2022 Honda Accord Safety Report
2022 HONDA ACCORD SAFETY REPORT
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2022 Honda Accord
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2022 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.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (3) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (156) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 0 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Forward Collision Avoidance | Compare forward collision avoidance issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2021 | Compare against the 2021 Honda Accord with 180 complaints and 3 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2018 | Check 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.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Honda Accord | 180 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2020 Honda Accord | 312 | 4 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2019 Honda Accord | 589 | 5 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2018 Honda Accord | 1672 | 5 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2017 Honda Accord | 507 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2016 Honda Accord | 568 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2022 Honda Accord Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2022 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.
Forward Collision Avoidance
26 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Forward Collision Avoidance issues Honda onlyUnknown Or Other
24 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Honda onlyElectrical System
20 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Honda onlyEngine
11 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Honda onlyElectrical System,Unknown Or Other
8 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Unknown Or Other issues Honda onlyLane Departure,Forward Collision Avoidance
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Lane Departure,Forward Collision Avoidance issues Honda onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2022 Honda Accord
Reliability Score
The 2022 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 2022 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.
Known Issues for the 2022 Honda Accord
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2022 Honda Accord:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance The Forward Collision Avoidance system has malfunctioned in 26% of cases, often due to electrical issues. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System Electrical system problems have been reported in 20% of cases, affecting various components. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine Misfire Engine misfires have been reported in 11% of cases, leading to stalling and reduced performance. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Unintended Vehicle Movement Unintended vehicle movements have been reported in 5% of cases, posing a safety risk. |
Low | 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 2022 Honda Accord:
The Forward Collision Avoidance system has malfunctioned in 26% of cases.
Electrical system issues have been reported in 20% of cases.
Engine misfires and stalling have been reported in 11% of cases.
Unintended vehicle movements have been reported in 5% of cases.
Recall Details for the 2022 Honda Accord
The following 3 recalls have been issued for the 2022 Honda Accord by NHTSA:
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Consequence: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, October 18, 2024, and August 2025. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
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.
Summary: Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic, Acura RDX, Acura Integra, and 2022 Honda Accord vehicles. A ball valve in the vehicle stability assist (VSA) modulator may leak brake fluid, which can result in unintended vehicle movement when the brake hold feature is engaged or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel.
Consequence: Unintended vehicle movement or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the VSA modulator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are OEJ, XEK, AEY, XEX and OEW.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2022 Honda Accord
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2022 Honda Accord with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
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 driving 60+ miles, we were accelerating up a hill in very heavy traffic, and the car wouldn't accelerate. It wouldn't g...
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 steering, Uphill, and Cruise Control. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, the Collision Mitigation Braking Sy...
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 should be covered as a defect, a recall. My car is garage kept and kept very clean. I tried resetting but didn't help.
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 wear. The tires have 29,200 miles are driven on newer paved roads to work. The tires are filled with Nitrogen. The car i...
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 head gasket issue and that they have at least 20 other cars there due to the same issue. my car has now been in the dealers...
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 kills. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Has the vehicle or comp...
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.
The contact owns a 2022 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at high speeds, the vehicle made an unintended movement that felt like a brief skid while depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the collision mitigation braking system (CMBS) engaged while there were no other vehicles around. The contact related the failure to NH...
Collision warning randomly activates when driving while no vehicles or objects are around. This has been ongoing, but this last time emergency braking activated extremely hard and would had caused a collision if there was a vehicle following as vehicle almost came to a complete stop on a 75 mph highway.
Cracked cylinder head coolant leak from bad head gasket known issues through multiple owners
My car had a head gasket failure. I lost power and control of the vehicle. Mistlin Honda in Modesto confirmed it was a head gasket failure. No, all warning lamps came on at the sametime.
The engine cylinder head developed a crack causing coolant leak, causing the coolant system to lose fluid. The leak originated from a hairline crack in the cylinder head, which has been confirmed by an independent, certified mechanic. The vehicle remained drivable initially, but a loss of coolant could lead to engine overheating, and catch on fire or smoke creating a potential safety hazard for th...
The infotainment screen glitches all the time while driving and while stopped. Examples of this include the screen zooming out of your navigation then no longer responding to your touches, leading you to take your eyes off the road and get distracted. The screen also makes random phone calls and hangs up calls. The screen will quickly change to another app or screen creating quick flashes and dist...
I purchased a 2022 Honda Accord Sport 2.0 in 2023 with less than 100 miles at the time of purchase. To this day it has 15,005 miles, I comply with recommended maintenence, however the car has been trying to kill me. I purchased Honda Care along with numerous other extended warranties. Mind you I paid for the ENTIRE car in cash. While driving, the car randomly slams on the breaks when no one is on ...
Loss of power engine malfunction on 2022 Honda Accord sport 1.5 T experiencing repeated misfire codes, fuel injector failure, and suspected head gasket coolant intrusion. Vehicle has never overheated and maintenance has been performed as required. A second Honda service center advised, they have repaired multiple Accord Sport 1.5 vehicles with the same failure pattern. Honda Corporate opened case...
I noticed random misfires months ago. I've replace my spark plug three times in 6 months. My coils are good, etc. It started getting worse about a month ago. It goes into limp mode and suddenly slows to 20 mph. Some days it won't start. The dash lights flash and the cars computer goes crazy it won't go over 20 mph. This is a widespread issue causing ppl to spend thousands and no fix in sight. Us...
Misfire in cylinder 1 causing reduction of power while driving.
Vehicle won’t start brake hold system problem, vehicle stability assist system problem, hill start assist problem, electric power steering problem collision mitigation system problem all appear on the dash but vehicle won’t start. Battery is not the issue, tested the battery it’s at 12.5V. Hard reset the battery and jumpstarted but issue persist. Taking vehicle to dealer to diagnose issue but I sa...
am reporting a problem with the Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking system. The vehicle has repeatedly given collision warnings and applied braking when there was no vehicle, person, or obstacle in front of me. I purchased the vehicle used in July 2023 with approximately 30,000 miles. It now has approximately 108,000 miles. Over the time I have owned the vehicle, this issue ...
Showing 20 of 156 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2022 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.
Component: Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
Opened 2024-04-15
On February 21, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE22003) to assess reports of inadvertent activation of the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), an automatic emergency braking (AEB) system, in model year 2017-2019 Honda CR-V and 2018-2019 Honda Accord vehicles. The reports allege that activation of the AEB system occurs while driving with no apparent obstruction in the vehicle's forward path, resulting in sudden vehicle deceleration. Honda i...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2022 Honda Accord
Has the 2022 HONDA ACCORD been recalled?
Yes, the 2022 HONDA ACCORD has 3 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2022 HONDA ACCORD have?
The 2022 HONDA ACCORD has 156 complaints filed with NHTSA. None of the complaints involved crashes. 5 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2022 HONDA ACCORD?
The 2022 HONDA ACCORD received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 5/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 HONDA ACCORD?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2022 HONDA ACCORD involve forward collision avoidance (26 complaints), unknown or other (24 complaints), electrical system (20 complaints). Other affected components include engine, electrical system,unknown or other, lane departure,forward collision avoidance.
How many crash reports does the 2022 HONDA ACCORD have?
There are no crash reports associated with the 2022 HONDA ACCORD in the NHTSA database.
How many fire reports does the 2022 HONDA ACCORD have?
There are no fire reports for the 2022 HONDA ACCORD in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2022 HONDA ACCORD?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2022 HONDA ACCORD.
How many injuries are reported for the 2022 HONDA ACCORD?
5 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2022 HONDA ACCORD. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2022 HONDA ACCORD?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2022 HONDA ACCORD is acceptable with caveats. It has 156 complaints, 3 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 2022 HONDA ACCORD?
The components with the most failures on the 2022 HONDA ACCORD are: 1. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (26 complaints), 2. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (24 complaints), 3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (20 complaints), 4. ENGINE (11 complaints), 5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER (8 complaints). FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE is the single most-reported problem area with 26 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2022 HONDA ACCORD?
Regular maintenance and inspection of the Forward Collision Avoidance system and electrical system are crucial for safety. The 2022 HONDA ACCORD has 156 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2022 HONDA ACCORD?
The 2022 HONDA ACCORD receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 156 owner complaints, 3 recalls, and 0 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Forward Collision Avoidance and Electrical System.
What are the known issues with the 2022 HONDA ACCORD?
Known issues with the 2022 HONDA ACCORD include: Forward Collision Avoidance, Electrical System, Engine Misfire, Unintended Vehicle Movement. These are based on patterns found across 156 NHTSA complaints. 3 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What is the most common issue with the 2022 Honda Accord?
The most common issue is the Forward Collision Avoidance system malfunctioning in 26% of cases.
Are there any recalls for the 2022 Honda Accord?
Yes, there are recalls for air bags, fuel system, and service brakes. Check for recalls and service bulletins.
What should I do if I experience unintended vehicle movements?
Pull over safely, check for any issues, and consult a professional mechanic.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Regular maintenance and inspection of the Forward Collision Avoidance system and electrical system are crucial for safety.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2022 Honda Accord
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2022 Honda Accord. The data includes 156 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 3 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 5 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2022 Honda Accord an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 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