Model year guide

2023 Honda Accord Hybrid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

2023 Honda Accord Hybrid at a glance

Safety recalls7
Owner complaints144
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined48 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2023 Honda Accord Hybrid recalls 7

Tires:temporary/emergency Spare Tire NHTSA Campaign #26V663000 · manufacturer #PPW · 08/10/2026

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles that were previously remedied under NHTSA recall number 26V366. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the tire repair kit nozzle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 16, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is PPW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VI…

Tires:temporary/emergency Spare Tire NHTSA Campaign #26V366000 · manufacturer #DOV · 04/06/2026

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025-2026 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.

Fix: Dealers will replace the tire repair kit nozzle or sealant bottle, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in Fall 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service…

Seats:critical Fasteners NHTSA Campaign #26V054000 · manufacturer #ONC, KND, BNE, ZNF · 29/01/2026

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, and 2024 HR-V, Pilot, and Acura Integra vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in a loose seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 10, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are ONC, KND, BNE and ZNF. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in th…

Electrical System:propulsion System:hybrid Management:power Control Unit/module (hpcu):software NHTSA Campaign #25V785000 · manufacturer #TN2 · 13/11/2025

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the integrated control module (ICM) central processing unit (CPU) may reset while driving, causing a loss of drive power.

Fix: Dealers will reprogram the ICM CPU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TN2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable…

Seats:critical Fasteners NHTSA Campaign #24V859000 · 14/11/2024

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in an unsecured seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "S…

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #24V763000 · manufacturer #PJW · 14/10/2024

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid, and 2025 Honda Civic and Civic Hybrid vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 20, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PJW.

Power Train:automatic Transmission:internal:cvt NHTSA Campaign #23V588000 · manufacturer #NFG, HFF · 17/08/2023

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 CR-V Hybrid and Accord Hybrid vehicles. The electronic transmission may have been improperly manufactured, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Fix: Dealers will replace the electronic continuously variable transmission (e-CVT), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 11, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are NFG and HFF.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 14 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2023 Honda Accord Hybrid common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 144 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2023 Honda Accord Hybrid safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 9.5% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2023 Honda ACCORD HYBRID 4 DR FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2023 Honda Accord Hybrid MPG & running costs

Combined48 mpg
City51 mpg
Highway44 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,400
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume106 cu ft
Cargo volume17 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$5,000 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$7,000
Fuel only$7,000
Per mile$0.09

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
195.7 in
Width
73.2 in
Height
57.1 in
Wheelbase
111.4 in
Curb weight
3,488 lb
Front track
63.8 in
Rear track
62.6 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

Front Seat Belt Assemblies may be Missing the Rivet that Secures the Quick Connector and Wire Plate Closed

On April 4, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened RQ24006 to investigate American Honda Motor Co.’s (Honda’s) proposed remedy for recall 23V-782 as well as scope of the vehicles involved.Honda issued recall 23V-782 on November 21, 2023, which concerns certain model year (MY) 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Honda Accord Hybrid, and Honda HR-V vehicles. Recall 23V-782 states that the driver and front passenge…

NHTSA #RQ24006 · Seat Belts · opened Apr 2024 · closed Mar 2025

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 48

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 48.

Service Bulletin - Under certain conditions, the cylinder head gasket effectiveness may be reduced which may cause vehicles to experience overheating, coolant loss, and/or misfire. In some cases, DTCs P0300 through P0304 may also be stored (DTCs are not requir…

Bulletin A26-007 · Engine · Sep 2026

Dealer Message - Under certain conditions, the cylinder head gasket effectiveness may be reduced which may cause vehicles to experience overheating, coolant loss, misfire, and/or DTCs P0300 through P0304 stored.

Bulletin AEBM08262026901 · Engine · Aug 2026

Service Bulletin - Under certain conditions, the cylinder head gasket effectiveness may be reduced which may cause vehicles to experience overheating, coolant loss, misfire and/or DTCs P0300 thru P0304 stored.

Bulletin A26-007 · Engine · Aug 2026

Service Bulletin - To better manage engine temperatures, a PGM-FI update has been developed to optimize electric water pump operation.

Bulletin A26-080 · Fuel/propulsion System · Aug 2026

Service Bulletin - To better manage engine temperatures, a PGM-FI update has been developed to optimize electric water pump operation.

Bulletin A26-080 · Engine, Fuel/propulsion System · Jul 2026

Dealer Message - To help improve engine temperatures, a software update has been developed for the electric water pump to optimize its operation.

Bulletin AEBM07242026902 · Engine, Fuel/propulsion System · Jul 2026

Service Bulletin - A slight engine vibration and the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is ON with DTC P0700 (Transmission Control System MIL Request) set during start-up in below freezing temperatures.

Bulletin A25-017 · Engine · Jun 2026

Service Bulletin - There is a dull creaking, rubbing, popping, or clicking noise coming from the front of the vehicle while turning at low speeds potentially due to the bump stop contacting the top of the front damper body.

Bulletin A23-094 · Structure · Apr 2026

Service Bulletin - The current Power Control Unit (PCU) Radiator Guard does not provide adequate protection. Roadway debris can cause damage to the PCU Radiator which may result in multiple warning lights, Malfunction Indicator Lights (MIL), and decreased hybr…

Bulletin A26-025 · Engine · Apr 2026

Service Bulletin - The current Power Control Unit (PCU) Radiator Guard does not provide adequate protection. Roadway debris can cause damage to the PCU Radiator which may result in multiple warning lights, Malfunction Indicator Lights (MIL), and decreased hybr…

Bulletin A26-025 · Power Train · Apr 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the ACCORD HYBRID FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 2

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Other

Issue: On certain vehicles, if the tire repair kit nozzle is not properly attached to the tire valve, pressure could build up in the sealant bottle. As a result, excessive pressure could cause the bottle cap to detach. Safety Risk: If the bottle cap detaches, it could increase the risk of injury. Corrective Actions: Honda will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your v…

Transport Canada #2026274 · Jun 2026

Powertrain

Issue: Under certain conditions, a software problem could cause the integrated control module to reset. If this happens, there would be a loss of power to the wheels. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Honda will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the integrat…

Transport Canada #2025625 · Nov 2025

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Honda Accord Hybrid

The Honda Accord , also known as the Honda Inspire in Japan and China for certain generations, is a series of automobiles manufactured by Honda since 1976, best known for its four-door sedan variant, which has been one of the best-selling cars in the United States since 1989. Worldwide, over 19 million units of the car have been sold, making it one of the best-selling automobiles of all time. The Accord nameplate has been applied to a variety of vehicles worldwide, including coupes, station wagons, hatchbacks, and a Honda Crosstour crossover.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2023 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles on record

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2023 Honda Accord Hybrid — frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid?

Across all 144 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, service brakes, engine.

What is the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 5★).

What gas mileage does the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid get?

The 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid has a U.S. EPA estimate of 48 mpg combined (51 city / 44 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.