2021 Honda Accord Hybrid Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid.

20202022
Complaints
64
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#111 complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking

Avg mileage:13,700 mi
#29 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:34,000 mi
#37 complaints

Electrical Faults

Considering a 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid?

Check the actual VIN — every car is different.

This page shows the model year's reputation. The VIN tells you about this specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks. Full report just $4.99 (vs. Carfax $44.99).

Check VIN Free

All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid.

Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
13,700
Engine Problems
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
34,000
Electrical Faults
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags: Air Bag/Restraint Control Module:Software
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

Search Owner Complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Recalls for 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~754,460 vehicles.

24V064000Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification:front Passenger
~750,114 affected

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.

21V900000Seat Belts:rear/other:retractor
~4,346 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021 Accord Sedan, Accord Hybrid, CR-V, Ridgeline, 2022 Insight and CR-V Hybrid vehicles. The automatic locking retractor on the second-row center seat belt assembly may deactivate improperly, which can result in an unsecured child restraint system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Other Honda Accord Hybrid Years

2021 Honda Accord Hybrid — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid has 64 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid?
Top reported problems: Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking (11 complaints, avg 13,700 mi); Engine Problems (9 complaints, avg 34,000 mi); Electrical Faults (7 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 22,835 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid?
NHTSA complaints for the 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid include 2 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 754,460 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Honda Accord Hybrid reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

Check Your Specific 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid

Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud.

Check Any VIN — $4.99