2015 Honda Accord Safety Report

2015 Honda Accord Safety Report

585Complaints
5Recalls
★★★★★Safety Rating
85/100Reliability Score
36Crash Reports
7Fire Reports
32Injuries
Most reported components: Electrical System (142)Unknown Or Other (59)Steering (46)Engine (31)Electrical System,Engine (27)Power Train (20)Fuel/Propulsion System (18)Air Bags (17)Seats (15)Service Brakes (14)

Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2015 Honda Accord

This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2015 Honda Accord. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.

2015 Honda Accord Safety Signal Summary
SignalValueWhat to inspect next
Recall burdenHigh (5)Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below.
Owner complaintsHigh (585)Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates.
Crash and fire reports43Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item.
Primary component hubElectrical SystemCompare electrical system issues across vehicles.
Cleaner nearby model year2021Compare against the 2021 Honda Accord with 180 complaints and 3 recalls.
Riskier nearby model year2018Check the 2018 Honda Accord before buying across this generation.

Honda Accord Year-by-Year Comparison

The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Honda Accord years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.

Nearby Honda Accord Model Years
Model YearComplaintsRecallsUse case
2016 Honda Accord 568 3 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2017 Honda Accord 507 2 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2018 Honda Accord 1672 5 Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year.
2019 Honda Accord 589 5 Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year.
2020 Honda Accord 312 4 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.
2021 Honda Accord 180 3 Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative.

2015 Honda Accord Complaint Theme Map

Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2015 Honda Accord, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.

Electrical System

142 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Electrical System issues Honda only

Unknown Or Other

59 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Unknown Or Other issues Honda only

Steering

46 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Steering issues Honda only

Engine

31 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Engine issues Honda only

Electrical System,Engine

27 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Electrical System,Engine issues Honda only

Power Train

20 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

All Power Train issues Honda only

AI Safety Analysis for the 2015 Honda Accord

The 2015 HONDA ACCORD has accumulated 585 complaints and 5 recalls in the NHTSA database. It received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Among the complaints, 36 involved crashes and 7 involved fires. There have been 32 reported injuries and 0 reported deaths. The most frequently reported problem areas are electrical system (142 complaints), unknown or other (59 complaints), steering (46 complaints). Electrical system issues are common, with frequent battery drain and recalls. Steering problems, including power steering rack failures, are also reported. Engine and driveline issues, such as driveshaft problems, have been noted. Fuel system recalls are frequent, indicating potential safety concerns. Key known issues to be aware of include Electrical System, Steering, Engine. Be cautious of electrical system and steering issues. Check for recalls and inspect the vehicle thoroughly before purchase.

Reliability Score

The 2015 Honda Accord receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.

NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2015 Honda Accord

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.

Overall
★★★★★
5/5
Frontal Crash
★★★★☆
4/5
Side Crash
★★★★★
5/5
Rollover
★★★★★
5/5

Known Issues for the 2015 Honda Accord

The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2015 Honda Accord:

IssueSeverityFrequencyTypical Mileage
Electrical System
Probable parasitic drain causing new batteries to fail in weeks. Recalls for 12V/24V/48V battery issues.
Medium Common 30k-60k miles
Steering
Power steering rack failures and ABS system malfunctions have been reported, leading to steering difficulties.
High Common 30k-60k miles
Engine
Driveshaft and driveline issues have been reported, causing vibration and steering problems.
Medium Common 30k-60k miles
Fuel System
Recalls for fuel pump and delivery system issues have been issued, indicating potential safety risks.
Medium Common 30k-60k miles

Common Problems Reported by Owners

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2015 Honda Accord:

Electrical System 31% of complaints

Issues with the 12V/24V/48V battery, including parasitic drain, are common.

Steering 23% of complaints

Problems with the power steering rack and ABS system are frequently reported.

Engine 15% of complaints

Driveshaft and driveline issues are reported, causing vibration and steering problems.

Fuel System 14% of complaints

Recalls for fuel pump and delivery system issues have been issued.

Recall Details for the 2015 Honda Accord

The following 5 recalls have been issued for the 2015 Honda Accord by NHTSA:

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump
Campaign #23V858000 18/12/2023

Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft
Campaign #20V769000 10/12/2020

Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Accord vehicles equipped with a 4-cylinder engine and a continuously-variable transmission that were originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The drive shafts were assembled...

Consequence: A broken drive shaft may cause a sudden loss of drive power. The vehicle could also roll away if the parking brake has not been applied before the vehicle has been exited. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shafts, replacing both the left and right drive shafts, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Fuel Pump
Campaign #19V060000 29/01/2019

Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine. Particulates in fuel may adhere to the internal components of the fuel pump, reducing its performance.

Consequence: Reduced fuel pump performance can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's recall number for this recall is P3W. Honda's recall number for this recall is N3X.

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
Campaign #17V418000 29/06/2017

Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Honda Accord vehicles. The case for the battery sensor, part of the battery management system, may allow water to get in, potentially causing an electrical short.

Consequence: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensor, free of charge. Dealers will perform an interim remedy of applying adhesive to the case to prevent water intrusion. The recall began November 8, 2017. Owners may contact American Honda Customer Support Center at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KG0.

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
Campaign #15V121000 02/03/2015

Summary: American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Accord L4 vehicles manufactured July 29, 2014, to July 31, 2014, 2015 Accord L4 vehicles manufactured August 14, 2014, to January 30, 2015, and 2015 CR-V vehicles manufactured September 9, 2014, to February 6, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been assembled with improperly torqued connecting rod bolts, which can cause the engine to lose power or leak oil.

Consequence: Loss of engine power may result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. If the engine leaks oil in the proximity of hot engine or exhaust components, there is an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine short block, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JP2 (for Accord models) and JP3 (for CR-V models).

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2015 Honda Accord

Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2015 Honda Accord with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 3 complaints involved crashes.

Crash Reports: 3
Electrical System
02/28/2026

Having a huge amount of probable parasitic drain. Can’t figure out where it’s coming from but killing a brand new battery in weeks

ODI #11721219
Unknown Or Other
02/07/2026

I am reporting suspected odometer fraud and possible VIN [XXX] entation involving a vehicle being offered for sale. The seller stated the vehicle has approximately 123,000 miles. However, a vehicle history report and third-party valuation (Carvana) show the same vehicle VIN [XXX] ) wi [XXX] les recorded. This is a discrepancy of more than 180,000 miles. I personally photographed the VIN plate o...

ODI #11716510
Power Train
02/02/2026

There is a clicking noise from both sides of the wheels and it causing to vibrate at higher speeds. cClicking sound is more prominent when turning from left to right. I am concerned that the axles may fail as I see online that a recall has been issued for the lubricant used in manufactoring the part

ODI #11715062
Steering,Service Brakes
02/01/2026

1. POWER STEERING RACK 2. ABS MODULATOR My 2015 Honda Accord experienced a sudden failure of both the ABS system and power steering rack. The dealership confirmed the failure was not due to neglect or wear. Due to the safety risk the repair estimate exceeding $14,000 for the safety system and regular repairs, I was forced to trade in the vehicle. Honda denied goodwill assistance on the safety sy...

ODI #11714776
Steering
01/12/2026

While driving, Steering looses power, so steering is very difficult. Car needs to be restarted to gain control of steering. Took it to a mechanic and he explained that Honda accords have this problem. He scanned the vehicle and received a DTC code 53-02 and advised to visit Honda dealer for repairs or possible recall fix. The car vin number search does not list any outstanding recalls.

ODI #11710543
Engine And Engine Cooling,Fuel System, Gasoline
12/23/2025

The contact owns a 2015 Honda Accord. The contact’s son stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and failed to exceed 50 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that there was a misfire in cylinder #2, causing engine ...

ODI #11706790
Fuel/Propulsion System
12/22/2025

Lost power without any warning while taking an exit on the highway. Fortunately, I was able to pull over without an incident. Mechanic scanned : P0087. Replaced high pressure fuel pump assembly and associated parts. Honda had a recall on 2013-2014 models. Extremely likely this problem persisted in the 2015 model but Honda did not include this model year in the recall. Very expensive repair.

ODI #11706674
Steering,Lane Departure,Forward Collision Avoidance
12/04/2025

Steering system is stiff and all the warning lights are on in the dashboard. Vehicle pulls hard to the left and you have to hold the wheel steady to keep it from pulling to the left. Appears there is a steering rack issue. I've seen on internet that many 2015 Accords have this issue. There needs to be a recall. Honda dealership quoting $3500 to $5000 to repair. This is not right!!

ODI #11703119
Steering,Electrical System
11/13/2025

Driving and without warning steering light came on, display flickered, engine surged, and complete loss of steering in a matter seconds. I was barely able to turn car onto a driveway where the engine shutdown. I restarted engine and noticed considerable knocking, put car in gear and engine shut-off. I had car towed to a garage and am waiting for info. I should note that the previous month there...

ODI #11699128
Electrical System,Unknown Or Other,Engine
10/06/2025

ABS MODULATOR INTERNAL FAILURE 85-01/61-11 The car cut off in the middle of me driving on the highway with my children also in the car with me it has been inspected by [XXX] who also states this is a major issue and should have been placed under recall years ago and that this is one of the major safety hazards they have seen when it cut off 4 lights appeared instantly INFORMATION REDACTED PU...

ODI #11691754
Engine
09/20/2025

I bought a car from a private seller on Craigslist. I've only driven the car for 2k miles before the check engine light came. Before that I had to spend like 1k on the breaks oilchange etc to get the car upto date. Now it feels really unsafe to be in especially for my daughter who is [XXX]. The dmv suspected odometer fraud. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5...

ODI #11688664
Steering,Electrical System,Unknown Or Other
09/08/2025

System charging error prompts on the dash board continuously. Check my battery and it’s not my battery. Steering wheel light turned on and car began to lock and the whole dashboard started to flicker while I was driving . I was driving and my steering wheel locked on me always causing an accident. I tried getting a jump and my battery is fine. Then when I try to move the vehicle the steering wh...

ODI #11685831
Electrical System
08/22/2025

In 2017, my vehicle was part of a Honda recall for the battery sensor. I had the recall service completed at Colerain Honda in Cincinnati, OH. Honda marked recall repair as completed in 2017, but the same defect has been ongoing since 2021 through today. I have had to replace multiple alternators and batteries, believing the recall repair (battery sensor issue) was properly resolved, but the issue...

ODI #11682346
Suspension,Tires
08/19/2025

The contact owns a 2015 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal trembling sensation experienced, accompanied by a clunking sound coming from underneath the front driver’s side of the vehicle, with the TPMS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the front passen...

ODI #11681586
Air Bags
Crash 08/19/2025

Another vehicle pulled in front of my vehicle, I was unable to avoid the accident and struck the left side rear of his vehicle with my left front. The drivers side air bag did NOT deploy but the passengers side did deploy. I was wearing my seat belt as was my passenger in the right front seat, I also had a passenger in the right rear seat area and none of us were injured. I've been in contact with...

ODI #11681579
Steering,Electrical System
07/24/2025

Multiple issues having to do with battery replacement, Alternator, and starter. Discussed this same issue with Honda they have ignored the issue had the vehicle inspected by dealership multiple times and by local mechanics. The vehicles also for many years would lock steering wheel and starter would lock wouldn't allow driver to start also when vehicle starts it’s a full force at once and you feel...

ODI #11675896
Air Bags
07/18/2025

The contact owns a 2015 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the clock spring had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the same diagnostic information was provided. The con...

ODI #11674549
Electrical System
07/05/2025

I am filing a complaint regarding an unresolved and hazardous safety issue tied to a federally mandated recall on my 2015 Honda Accord (Recall #KH0 – Battery Management Sensor). The recall was eventually performed, but only after inappropriate pushback from the dealer due to my vehicle having a salvage title — which is irrelevant under federal recall law. The core issue is that this sensor regula...

ODI #11671363
Electrical System
06/25/2025

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 60,300 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 242,000.

ODI #11669249
Engine
06/24/2025

I purchased a car from AutoNation Toyota Hayward in Hayward California on June 21, 2025. And on June 24,2025, the check engine light appeared. A mechanic checked my car for the code and informed me that the catalytic converter is faulty. The dealership had informed me that they check the car prior to be sold. As it goes through multiple checks. However, the car that was sold was faulty. They refus...

ODI #11669065

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NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2015 Honda Accord

NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.

Loss of Direction Control
NHTSA EA21001 Closed

Component: Steering

Opened 2021-05-06 · Closed 2023-08-25

On May 6, 2021, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Engineering Analysis (EA21-001) to assess a sudden loss of steering control, in Model Year (MY) 2013-2015 Honda Accord vehicles. Consumers alleged while driving the steering wheel would pull to the left or the right independently. Steering pull may pose a risk of loss of directional control. Honda stated that they believed the inadvertent steering input was caused by a loose magnet located within the electronic power steering (EPS)...

Electrical overstress
NHTSA EA19001 Closed Recall 20V024

Component: Air Bags: Air Bag/Restraint Control Module

Opened 2019-04-19 · Closed 2024-09-19

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation to determine if the failure of airbags to deploy during severe crashes, in certain vehicles, was the result of a safety related defect.  During the investigation a complex failure was studied that can result in non-deployment of subject vehicle air bags and other restraint system devices in severe crash events. The subject vehicles may be equipped with an airbag control unit (ACU) for the supplemental restraint system (SRS) Elec...

Frequently Asked Questions About the 2015 Honda Accord

Has the 2015 HONDA ACCORD been recalled?

Yes, the 2015 HONDA ACCORD has 5 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.

How many complaints does the 2015 HONDA ACCORD have?

The 2015 HONDA ACCORD has 585 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 36 involved crashes. 32 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.

What is the safety rating for the 2015 HONDA ACCORD?

The 2015 HONDA ACCORD received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 5/5.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 HONDA ACCORD?

The most commonly reported problems with the 2015 HONDA ACCORD involve electrical system (142 complaints), unknown or other (59 complaints), steering (46 complaints). Other affected components include engine, electrical system,engine, power train.

How many crash reports does the 2015 HONDA ACCORD have?

There are 36 crash reports associated with the 2015 HONDA ACCORD out of 585 total complaints (6.2% of complaints involved crashes).

How many fire reports does the 2015 HONDA ACCORD have?

There are 7 fire reports for the 2015 HONDA ACCORD out of 585 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.

Are there any deaths reported for the 2015 HONDA ACCORD?

No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 HONDA ACCORD.

How many injuries are reported for the 2015 HONDA ACCORD?

32 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 HONDA ACCORD. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.

Should I buy a 2015 HONDA ACCORD?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 HONDA ACCORD is proceed with caution. It has 585 complaints, 5 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.

What components fail most on the 2015 HONDA ACCORD?

The components with the most failures on the 2015 HONDA ACCORD are: 1. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (142 complaints), 2. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (59 complaints), 3. STEERING (46 complaints), 4. ENGINE (31 complaints), 5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE (27 complaints). ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the single most-reported problem area with 142 complaints.

What should I know before buying a 2015 HONDA ACCORD?

Be cautious of electrical system and steering issues. Check for recalls and inspect the vehicle thoroughly before purchase. The 2015 HONDA ACCORD has 585 NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).

How reliable is the 2015 HONDA ACCORD?

The 2015 HONDA ACCORD receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 585 owner complaints, 5 recalls, and 43 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Electrical System and Steering.

What are the known issues with the 2015 HONDA ACCORD?

Known issues with the 2015 HONDA ACCORD include: Electrical System, Steering, Engine, Fuel System. These are based on patterns found across 585 NHTSA complaints. 5 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.

Are there any recalls for the 2015 Honda Accord?

Yes, recalls have been issued for electrical system, steering, engine, and fuel system issues.

What are the common electrical system issues?

Common issues include probable parasitic drain causing new batteries to fail in weeks and recalls for 12V/24V/48V battery problems.

Are there any known steering problems?

Yes, power steering rack failures and ABS system malfunctions have been reported, leading to steering difficulties.

Buyer Advice

Our recommendation: Be cautious of electrical system and steering issues. Check for recalls and inspect the vehicle thoroughly before purchase.

NHTSA Data Summary for 2015 Honda Accord

This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2015 Honda Accord. The data includes 585 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 5 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 36 reported crashes, 7 fire incidents, 32 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.

The NHTSA has assigned the 2015 Honda Accord an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 5 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.

All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.

Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.

Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.

Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16