Honda Accord Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
Owners have filed 1,430 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Honda Accord across 25 model years. The 2008 model year has the most (451). The words owners use most often: “rear brakes” (23% of reports).
- 1,430service brakes, hydraulic complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 111mention a crash
- 34mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $530typical repair cost reported by owners
- 32%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Rear brakes: mentioned in 334 of 1,430 complaints (23%)
- Brake pads: mentioned in 315 of 1,430 complaints (22%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical service brakes, hydraulic repair on the Honda Accord at $530, and half of them between $320 and $1,950.
Based on 115 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (1999–2012), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems happen?
Based on 955 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 1,430 complaints, 111 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 34 an injury.
Honda Accord service brakes, hydraulic complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes, Hydraulic complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Accord | 1 | 0% | 59,660 |
| 2019 Accord | 6 | 1% | 23,500 |
| 2018 Accord | 7 | 0% | 100,000 |
| 2016 Accord | 3 | 0% | 140,000 |
| 2015 Accord | 4 | 1% | 50,000 |
| 2014 Accord | 9 | 1% | 153,389 |
| 2013 Accord | 4 | 0% | 79,174 |
| 2012 Accord | 2 | 1% | 626 |
| 2011 Accord | 7 | 2% | 7,150 |
| 2010 Accord | 63 | 11% | 21,222 |
| 2009 Accord | 160 | 22% | 18,600 |
| 2008 Accord | 451 | 30% | 21,894 |
| 2007 Accord | 32 | 6% | 29,800 |
| 2006 Accord | 41 | 9% | 17,000 |
| 2005 Accord | 33 | 5% | 31,349 |
| 2004 Accord | 44 | 4% | 15,636 |
| 2003 Accord | 143 | 7% | 12,000 |
| 2002 Accord | 25 | 2% | 40,000 |
| 2001 Accord | 43 | 5% | 46,049 |
| 2000 Accord | 43 | 4% | 40,000 |
| 1999 Accord | 38 | 3% | 57,497 |
| 1998 Accord | 43 | 4% | 67,000 |
| 1997 Accord | 32 | 7% | 70,490 |
| 1996 Accord | 74 | 16% | 90,000 |
| 1995 Accord | 122 | 22% | 96,950 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Model years: 2022
Problem: 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.
Risk: Unintended vehicle movement or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: 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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. The brake warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of…
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the brakes intermittently failed to engage while the brake pedal was depressed. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the cause of the…
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light and the traction control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with ABS module and ABS solenoid valve…
The contact owns a 2014 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at 59 MPH, another vehicle ahead of the vehicle in front of hers unexpectedly stopped, causing a three-vehicle rear-ended collision. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to stop. The front driver's…
The contact owns a 2014 HONDA Accord. The contact stated while driving the vehicle she noticed multiple waring lights on the dash, ABS waring, traction control, tire pressure lights blinks, service engine light and steering wheel light with exclamation point. The contact stated there is a trembling…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Honda Accords have service brakes, hydraulic problems?
No. NHTSA has 1,430 owner complaints about service brakes, hydraulic for the Honda Accord. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Honda Accord service brakes, hydraulic?
Yes: 1 safety recall list service brakes, hydraulic. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Honda Accord?
Owners report a typical cost of $530 (half paid between $320 and $1,950), from 115 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Honda Accord?
The most frequent phrase is “rear brakes”, in 334 of 1,430 complaints, followed by “brake pads” (315).
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