2022 Honda Accord: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2022 Honda Accord? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 168 complaints, with Electrical Faults as the top reported area.
2022 Honda Accord Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 5 2022 Honda Accord trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 5 trims analysed.
2022 Honda Accord Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
9.3% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
9.3% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2022 Honda Accord has 168 owner complaints, 4 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Notable Issues.
- Make
- Honda
- Model
- Accord
- Model year
- 2022
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 168
- Crash-related complaints
- 4
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Notable Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 33
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 30 / 38
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 5/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2022 Honda Accord Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
Uncategorized Issues
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB, Uncategorized Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2022 Honda Accord?
The 2022 Honda Accord shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2022 Honda Accord
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the electrical system, including battery, alternator, and wiring harnesses.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for any reported electrical or AEB issues.
- Have a mechanic inspect the forward collision avoidance system before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the electrical system, including battery, alternator, and wiring harnesses.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for any reported electrical or AEB issues.
- Have a mechanic inspect the forward collision avoidance system before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2022 Honda Accord, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2022 Honda Accord are concentrated in electrical faults and forward collision avoidance systems, each accounting for a significant portion of the total. Engine problems and fuel system issues also appear frequently. The data suggests potential concerns with electronic and safety systems, though the confidence level is low.
- Electrical faults and forward collision avoidance complaints each represent about 32% of total complaints.
- Engine problems account for approximately 15% of complaints.
- There are 3 recalls associated with this model year.
- Electrical faults, including potential issues with wiring or electronic modules.
- Forward collision avoidance system (AEB) malfunctions or false activations.
- Engine problems, such as stalling or reduced power.
All 2022 Honda Accord Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Honda Accord. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 53 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 53 | 2 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 40 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 26 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Honda Accord. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The contact owned a 2022 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, another vehicle, driving approximately 75 MPH, crashed into the rear and front passenger's side of the vehicle. The vehicle was then pushed into another lane, where another vehicle crashed into t…
Hello, I am having issues with the infotainment system on my accord. It is suffering from the ghost touch issue. When this happens the car constantly makes an alert beep and then randomly starts going through the menus on the system. Here are a few of the issues that can result. …
11686537 prior complaint #. I want to add to my prior complaint. I have has this car going on almost a year. During the winter months there was no issues with the informatic system. Once we experienced our first 80 degree day it immediately started again. This is becoming unsafe…
Turning the wheel when the car is in park or reversing causes a very loud groaning sound. Honda claims it’s not a safety issue so to ignore it but it has been happening since the car had less than 48,000 miles on it and seems to be a common problem online. A recall is needed to r…
The digitizer in my car's infotainment system malfucntions every time the car is on. It changes what is showing on the screen, what is playing from the speakers, etc. The system acts like a ghost is touching it. There have been times where I am driving and my navigation map is sh…
Infotainmeny system receives multiple fals touches and switches to other screens and functions with no direct input from me the driver. This is very distracting and also dangerous as the issue also interfears with navigation, it will turn is off and switch destinations without an…
The contact owns a 2022 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at speeds above 50 MPH, the vehicle hesitated and lost automotive power. The check engine warning light was flashing. After restarting the vehicle, the failure was self-corrected. The vehicle was taken to…
I purchased a 2022 Honda Accord Hybrid two years ago. On multiple occasions, I have been traveling at high speeds 70-75 MPH when the orange BRAKE signal appears across the screen, and the car abruptly slams on the brake with no other vehicles around me. It forcefully threw me for…
On second week of February, 2026, I was driving my 2022 Honda Accord Hybrid from Elkridge, Maryland to North Beach, the car lost power with a flickering Check Engine Light on. I managed to drive between 25-30 MPH on 55 MPH Highway to my local Honda dealership. The diagnosed the l…
Experiencing ghost touches in the information screen display, with items being selected without anyone selecting them, it has started happening out of the blue this year.
Coolant reservoir refilled during last 2 oil changes due to coolant loss. On most recent oil change, spark plugs were removed to put a camera in cylinders. Found water in cylinder. Swooshing sound from motor at idle. Bad headgasket. Replaced headgasket.
I am deeply concerned about my safety and the safety of other drivers due to a serious and worsening infotainment system malfunction in my 2022 Honda Accord Hybrid. The system malfunctions spontaneously and repeatedly while I am driving, causing significant distraction and creati…
Our car, only 3 years old (2022) had a check engine light come on about a week ago. We went and had the code read, said cylinder 3 was misfiring. We replaced all the spark plugs and coils. All the lights went off and the car drove fine for another week. Then all of a sudden after…
The contact owns a 2022 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. Multiple warning lights illuminated intermittently: TPMS, ABS, Traction, brake system, power s…
The infotainment screen is ghost touching (changing screens on it's own). If using gps from my phone that is a problem. The radio doesn't stay on at times while the screen is flipping to numerous places on it's own. I read online that many people are having this problem so it sho…
Michelin X Green Energy Saver A/S 225 / 50 R17 94V. Treadwear 480. Temperature A Traction B Max Load 670kg, 1477lbs DOT B3 0A 08EX 3221 All 4 tires, front driver, front passenger, rear passenger and rear driver show signs of failing or premature chunking of tread wea…
The radio display jumps around from stations to other displays without being touch and will cut on by itself.
car flashed engine temperature near limit, avoid heavy acceleration and high speed, see dealership warning on dash. sounds like water moving thru the dash board when driving or turning or right when starting car. took car in to dealership right away and they confirmed it is a hea…
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The electrical system on my accord and yes it will be available. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The vehicle starts to not pick up speed and eventually ki…
My Honda is stalling and it started hesitating on 2/18/26 on the way to work. When getting in my car it started stalling and hesitating again, when getting on the road and driving all the lights came on and acted like it didn’t have fuel to go when the car has fuel.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2022 Honda Accord.
2022 Honda Accord Recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2022 Honda Accord. 3 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2022 Honda Accord Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2022 Honda Accord reliable?▾
Notable Issues. NHTSA currently shows 168 owner complaints, 4 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2022 Honda Accord shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Honda Accord?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (53 complaints). #2: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (53 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (40 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Honda Accord?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2022 Honda Accord?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2022 Honda Accord, NHTSA complaints include 4 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 168 total complaints. 6 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2022 Honda Accord have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2022 Honda Accord. A major recall area is SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE. 3 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2022 Honda Accord?▾
The 2022 Honda Accord shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
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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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.