2016 Honda Accord Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 201about this part
- Share
- 33%of 612 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 46,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 201 complaints about the electrical system of the 2016 Honda Accord, 33% of the 612 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 46,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 3 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Car shook every light came on lost brakes and burst into flames. I used emergency brake to stop vehicle. I was on ramp to expresseaylie on long island. Thankfully was right near shoulder and not going to fast other wise I wouldn't have been able to control car and may have hit another car tree or wall. Car was melted and fire dept came and put it out.”
NHTSA complaint #11186078, filed 2019-03, 45,000 miles“My backup camera has started to do exactly what the newer models are doing and not working when I put it into reverse. Im now looking into if it is covered under warranty or not which I doubt because it is now over 4 years old. The only thing my backup camera displays is the green lines but no picture. I would very much like help from Honda as it only has 37000 miles on it”
NHTSA complaint #11316779, filed 2020-03, 37,000 miles“When I drive my car. It suddenly jumps. It seems like its the transmission problem. It happens at low speed as well as high speed. I have done everything possible to keep my car maintained. Also its battery is dying after having it for 3 years. I have to jump the car at random times because the car would not start.”
NHTSA complaint #11219226, filed 2019-06, 49,000 miles“Purchased my coupe in november 2016 brand new. I have less than 8600 miles on it. The other night my car went into complete shutdown, completely dead. I was told it could be the main fuse. Why would the main fuse blow on brand new car? That very dangerous while driving. Luckily I was pulling into my mother's driveway and not on the highway or in traffic.”
NHTSA complaint #10960269, filed 2017-03, 8,500 miles“Concerning the battery, I was parked in a parking stall and when I try to start my car to leave it would not start I had to call a tow truck to give me a jump. No lights or anything was left on I had turn my car completely off and then I tried to start it and it would not start I was only there like long enough to order my food and then to leave so maybe 20 minutes in my car would not start ,due to the battery. …”
NHTSA complaint #11270529, filed 2019-10, 39,000 milesRelated recalls
- 17V418000Jun 29, 2017Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Honda Accord vehicles. The case for the battery sensor, part of the battery management system…Covers: Honda Accord 2013–2016
Related service bulletins
- 10177396Jul 17, 2020Service Bulletin - Heat from the daytime running light (DRL) LEDs may damage the DRL lens. If the lens is damaged, it may appear that some of the DRL LEDs are not working…
- 10127348Jan 10, 2018Servicenews article - Does the engine rattle at startup for about 1 to 3 seconds? What?s happening is the lock pin inside the VTC actuator isn?t holding the actuator properly…
- 10117997Sep 7, 2017Tech line summary article - Do you have a vehicle in your shop for any or all of these issues? ? The B5 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box is blown. ? The engine…
- 10108299Jun 30, 2017Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord v6s with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12v battery to be…
- 10108331Mar 27, 2017Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord v6s with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12v battery to be…
- 10108293Mar 16, 2017Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord v6s with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12v battery to be…
- 10108266Mar 6, 2017Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord v6s with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12v battery to be…
- 10108056Feb 25, 2017The app installer icon, listed under app list on the display audio screen, has drawn a few questions from curious customers. This icon is meant for future apps that may be…
- 10108052Feb 23, 2017Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord v6s with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12v battery to be…
- 10108050Feb 22, 2017Engineering request for investigation - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord v6s with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12v…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 7% |
| 2025 | 11 | 11% |
| 2024 | 26 | 17% |
| 2023 | 23 | 26% |
| 2022 | 107 | 41% |
| 2021 | 68 | 28% |
| 2020 | 54 | 15% |
| 2019 | 109 | 16% |
| 2018 | 296 | 16% |
| 2017 | 155 | 29% |
| 2016 | 201 | 33% |
| 2015 | 237 | 39% |
| 2014 | 378 | 38% |
| 2013 | 417 | 29% |
| 2012 | 32 | 9% |
| 2011 | 18 | 6% |
| 2010 | 34 | 6% |
| 2009 | 44 | 6% |
| 2008 | 105 | 7% |
| 2007 | 60 | 11% |
| 2006 | 42 | 10% |
| 2005 | 96 | 15% |
| 2004 | 146 | 14% |
| 2003 | 142 | 7% |
| 2002 | 69 | 7% |
| 2001 | 78 | 8% |
| 2000 | 171 | 14% |
| 1999 | 388 | 34% |
| 1998 | 308 | 26% |
| 1997 | 96 | 21% |
| 1996 | 40 | 8% |
| 1995 | 43 | 8% |
| 1994 | 32 | 9% |
| 1993 | 28 | 15% |
| 1992 | 26 | 13% |
| 1991 | 17 | 8% |
| 1990 | 26 | 14% |
| 1989 | 6 | 7% |
| 1988 | 4 | 5% |
| 1987 | 4 | 4% |
| 1986 | 3 | 6% |
| 1984 | 2 | 9% |
| 1983 | 1 | 14% |
| 1982 | 2 | 20% |
| 1981 | 1 | 14% |
Other parts of the 2016 Honda Accord
131 complaintsExterior lighting
128 complaintsEngine
44 complaintsFuel system
44 complaintsBrakes
33 complaintsSteering
31 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
31 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
29 complaintsVehicle speed control
23 complaintsBody and structure
20 complaintsWheels
17 complaintsAir bags
16 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Honda Accord
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology