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ProblemsByVin File / 2011-HONDA-ACCORD
2011 · honda

honda Accord problems

2 safety recalls. 295 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.4 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
112 reports · avg $1,100
severe
engine
22 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
steering
20 reports · avg $700
severe
powertrain
17 reports · avg $2,500
severe
body
15 reports · avg $1,500
severe
electrical
13 reports · avg $850
severe
cruise control
11 reports · avg $600
severe
suspension
11 reports · avg $900
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2011 Accord · other
NOTHING HAPPEN U GUYS R TELLING ME THERE IS RECALL SO I AM REPLY ON THIS INFORMATION.
12/29/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11057482.0
2011 Accord · airbags
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA ACCORD. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V346000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS…
12/29/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10938500.0
2011 Accord · airbags
WARRANTY EXTENSION NOTIFICATION: PISTON RINGS THAT STICK TOGETHER RESULTING IN HIGH MOTOR OIL CONSUMPTION. AND DEFAULT NOTIFICATION IN THE AIR BAG.
12/29/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10938511.0
2011 Accord · steering
I BROUGHT THE CAR USED CERTIFIED WITH 6,800 MILES. AFTER A WEEK OF DRIVING, THE CAR FEELS LIKE IT HAS A MIND OF IT OWN,I DON'T HAVE FULL CONTROL OF THE CAR. EVERY TIME I HIT A BUMP THE CAR WILL SWING LEFT AND RIGHT. OR WHEN I'M GOING OVER 55 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR MOVES…
12/29/2012 · NHTSA ODI #10490435.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

critical NHTSA 16V346000 24/05/2016

Honda (American Honda Motor Co

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall is KA4, KA5, KA6, and KA7.
severe NHTSA 10V640000 16/12/2010

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 HONDA ACCORD V6 AND MODEL YEAR 2011 HONDA PILOT VEHICLES

LOSS OF STEERING INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Fix: DEALER WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE ANY LOOSE FRONT DAMPER BRACKET BOLTS OR SPINDLE NUTS ON THE PILOT IF NECESSARY. DEALER WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE SPINDLE NUTS ON THE ACCORD V6 IF NECESSARY. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN DECEMBER 23, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.

Common questions

Is the 2011 Honda Accord reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.4 out of 10 based on 295 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2011 Honda Accord has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2011 Honda Accord?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 112 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Honda Accord has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2011 Honda Accord?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 295 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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