2014 HONDA ACCORD Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Honda Accord. This model year has 964 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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Worst 2014 Honda Accord Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Uncategorized Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Honda Accord. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 376 | 5 | 4 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 183 | 2 | 3 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 145 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 138 | 13 | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 116 | 7 | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 63 | 2 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 51 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 41 | 10 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 36 | 19 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 35 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 30 | 6 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 25 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 25 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 24 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 19 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 17 | 2 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 15 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 15 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 13 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 12 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 5 | 2 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2014 Honda Accord. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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The vehicle was sold to me with missing driver seatbelt component.
My car had extended crank, shaking/jerking while driving, engine failed and cut off in traffic. Tried to restart extended crank, still shaking/jerking while driving, sparking in the engine and engine failed and cut off in traffic. I was terrified didn't know if the car was going …
Merging from a stop into traffic and suddenly a loud bang from under car and unable to accelerate. Able to move to shoulder while coasting. Failure was found to be the passenger side driveshaft. The CVT version of my car has an open recall, but mine is a manual. Seems like an att…
The contact owns a 2014 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shut off unexpectedly with several warning lights displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and was diagnosed with a defective fuel pump. The manu…
The contact owns a 2014 Honda Accord. While the contact's son was driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a snapping sound coming from the vehicle before the vehicle became disabled on the highway. The vehicle was undrivable. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was t…
I brought my 2014 Honda Accord to Honda of Westport (authorized dealer) to complete the active driveshaft safety recall. The dealer informed me the recall COULD NOT be performed unless I first paid $708.31 out of pocket to replace both front ball joints. I was given no choice - p…
The failed component was a broken drive shaft for the driver-side front wheel. The drive shaft failed while stopped in Denver traffic. The vehicle was inspected by Fisher Honda, of Boulder, Colorado. This is a known problem, and Honda has already issued a "regional" recall for…
The contact owns a 2014 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the Lane Departure and Forward Collision Avoidance warning lights illuminated, and the traction control warning light intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the re…
Many lights on dashboard including LDW, front collision system failure, tire pressure came on. Very concerned about driving safety. Researched the issue - seems fairly common across 2012-2017 accords.
ABS braking system completely failed. quoted $5000 to fix it, huge safety issue. the value of my car has significantly decreased and now I can't sell my car or afford to fix it due to this issue and now it is dangerous to have this issue. thousands of people online dealing the sa…
1. What component or system failed? The ABS/VSA Modulator Control Unit (also known as the ABS pump or module). This system is responsible for Anti-lock Braking and Vehicle Stability Assist. 2. How was safety put at risk? The failure often results in the complete loss of Anti…
2014 Honda Accord Hybrid purchased new, completed all routine and recommended maintenance over its life. - The passenger side drive shaft failed on May 5, 2025, pulling into our driveway, and it fell out of the bottom of the car onto the pavement. - The driver’s side drive sh…
While driving the car at approx 45mph on a busy roadway the vehicle suddenly accelerated heavily I tried applying the breaks but the pedal did not go down and had no affect of slowing the vehicle. I was forced to swerve around several vehicles to avoid a collision then just as s…
Power steering TPM S and traction control lights are coming on after putting in a new battery. This is a recall for 2013 to 2017 Honda Accord sport with CVT transmission and for some reason, my car is not part of the batch, even though it is experiencing this issue. I am assuming…
I purchased this used vehicle. I have never received any recall information on this vehicle. The electric power steering system, tire pressure and the vehicle stability Assist indicators lit up after a successful vehicle inspection was conducted Thursday 11132025. A 2023 recall…
On 11/18/2025, while driving my 2014 Honda Accord 2.4L (VIN: [XXX] ), I experienced a sudden and dangerous safety failure. Without any warning, the steering became extremely hard and almost locked, making it nearly impossible to turn or control the vehicle. At the same moment, s…
The contact owns a 2014 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving 50 MPH on the interstate, while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle decelerated to 20 MPH and remained at 20 MPH. The contact stated that her daughter pulled over to the side o…
Cylinder 2 scorned to sever to fix
Oil leaking on to spark plugs
ABS, traction control, power steering, parking lights go on and off. ABS control module throws code DTC 121-11; VSA Solenoid Valve Malfunction. Been going off and on for a few weeks. No warning before the lights came on. Heard this is a common problem with the early 2010s Ho…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2014 Honda Accord.
Recalls for 2014 Honda Accord
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2014 Honda Accord. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2014 Honda Accord — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2014 Honda Accord reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2014 Honda Accord has 964 NHTSA owner complaints, 51 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Electrical Faults (376 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Honda Accord?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (376 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (183 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (145 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Honda Accord?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2014 Honda Accord?▾
The 2014 Honda Accord has 51 crash-related complaints and 9 fire reports out of 964 total NHTSA complaints. 52 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2014 Honda Accord have any recalls?▾
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2014 Honda Accord. The largest issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2014 Honda Accord?▾
The 2014 Honda Accord has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Electrical Faults issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Honda Accord reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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