2019 Honda Accord driver assistance & safety tech problems

Related recalls

• Recall 20V771000Dec 10, 2020737,233 vehicles
  BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE · EXTERIOR LIGHTING · VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM · VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS · VISIBILITY/WIPER

  Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Accord Sedan, Accord Hybrid, and 2019-2020 Insight vehicles. A software error may cause intermittent or continuous disruptions in communication between the Body Control Module (BCM) and other components. This may result in malfunctions of various systems such as the windshield wipers and defroster, rearview camera, exterior lights, audible warning of a stopped vehicle, and power window operation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems" and number 111, "Rear Visibility" as well as FMVSS numbers 104, 108, 114, 118, and 305.

  Risk: Various system malfunctions such as inoperative windshield wipers, defroster, rearview camera, or exterior lighting can increase the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the BCM software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 22, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is X95.

What owners say

1. Filed Oct 7, 2026LADriver Assistance & Safety Tech

   I own a 2019 Honda Accord Touring 2.0T with approximately 75,500 miles. I brought the vehicle to Ryan Honda in Monroe, Louisiana, for Honda Campaign 26-091, which involved a software update to the ACC/CMBS Honda Sensing system. Before this campaign was performed, the vehicle had no ABS, VSA, brake-system, adaptive-cruise-control, collision-mitigation, or related warning messages. Approximately six hours after the dealer completed Campaign 26-091, multiple braking,…

   NHTSA complaint #11769726 · source
2. Filed Sep 11, 2026FLDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemEngine

   The vehicle keeps going into limp mode and misfire on cylinder 2 and 3 and all dashboard lights are coming on. I had my spark plugs changed and my coils

   NHTSA complaint #11763554 · source
3. Filed Sep 9, 2026SCDriver Assistance & Safety TechOther / Unknown

   the warning goes for everything that is on the dashboard. there are no safety features for the car that helps to protect the car and other cars. there are no warnings. this car is dangerous for everyone. no emergency brakes.

   NHTSA complaint #11762979 · source
4. Filed Sep 5, 2026CABrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   I own a 2019 Honda Accord Sport 1.5T. While operating my vehicle, multiple safety-system warnings appeared on the dashboard at the same time. The vehicle displayed “Brake Hold System Problem,” “Adaptive Cruise Control System Problem,” “Collision Mitigation Braking System Problem,” and “Road Departure Mitigation System Problem,” each instructing me to see my dealer. These warnings concerned me because they involved the braking system and several Honda Sensing safety systems…

   NHTSA complaint #11762298 · source
5. Filed Jul 30, 2026CADriver Assistance & Safety Tech

   Car suddenly tries to stop on clear road going freeway speed of 70mph. I'm travelling on the hov lane with few vehicles on the lane to my right. There are no vehicles in front of me.

   NHTSA complaint #11753854 · source
6. Filed Jul 18, 2026ILDriver Assistance & Safety TechAcceleration & Cruise Control

   *brake mitigation system , an yes it is available for inspection. *Car suddenly braked hard on a clear smooth road. Going 45 MPH *No it has not. *No it hasn't. No warning until a big BRAKE lit up on my speedometer

   NHTSA complaint #11751329 · source
7. Filed Jun 25, 2026MADriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   I am submitting a safety complaint regarding my 2019 Honda Accord LX. While driving, a yellow “Brake System” warning light appeared on the dashboard. The vehicle continued to drive normally, and no obvious braking problems were noticed at that time. However, the warning remained illuminated while driving. In addition, I experienced intermittent episodes where pressing the accelerator pedal did not immediately increase vehicle speed. There was an approximately 1–2 second…

   NHTSA complaint #11746451 · source
8. Filed Jun 18, 2026SCDriver Assistance & Safety TechOther / Unknown

   Complaint Regarding Ongoing Issues After Turbocharger Repair – 2019 Honda Accord I am submitting a complaint regarding ongoing issues with my 2019 Honda Accord after a turbocharger-related repair. The initial diagnostic code associated with the vehicle was P2563 (Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor Circuit Range/Performance). After the turbocharger/wastegate repair, my vehicle began displaying multiple system warnings, including: * Emissions System Problem * ACC…

   NHTSA complaint #11745140 · source
9. Filed Jun 16, 2026SCDriver Assistance & Safety TechEngine

   My check engine light is on along with other light. I am getting the vehicle stability assist system problem, reduced traction and handling. Hill start assist problem vehicle may roll upon brake release, collision mitigation braking system problem, electric power steering system problem. Steering assist reduced, collision mitigation braking system problem. Road departure mitigation system problem. My car when i first start it in the morning idles very hard and then settles.…

   NHTSA complaint #11744556 · source
10. Filed Jun 16, 2026MDAirbagsDriver Assistance & Safety Tech

    SRS weight sensor failure-- triggers the dashboard warning light and disables my passenger airbag. My SRS light is on continuously. There is a current Honda recall for this issue for my make and model; however, do to my VIN not being listed, the Honda dealership wants to charge me a diagnostic fee plus the repair costs for the exact issue that the current recall is listed for. My VIN needs to be added. I should not have to come out of pocket to pay for this when I'm having…

    NHTSA complaint #11744497 · source
11. Filed May 29, 2026MODriver Assistance & Safety Tech

    When driving down a state highway in town, about 40-45mph, with no cars or objects in front of me and within the lanes - aka nothing unusual - my dash lit up with the orange "BRAKE!" warning and then slammed on my brakes. I had no idea at the time that my vehicle could even do that, as I'd had it at least three years and, while I'd had false warnings because of a line on the road or something, it had never done that. Luckily, there were not cars close behind me, because it…

    NHTSA complaint #11740829 · source
12. Filed May 4, 202690,000 miNCBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechEngine

    The contact owns 2019 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the check engine, tire pressure, brake system, lane departure warning lights illuminated and remained illuminated. The contact added that the vehicle then jerked stalled. The vehicle was able to restart after two attempts. The vehicle was then taken to dealer where it was diagnosed that the rocker arm needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired reoccurred…

    NHTSA complaint #11735469 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology