Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2013-2014 Accords with a complaint of a rear wheel bearing noise. The noise can be described as growling, humming groaning, whirring, or roaring. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2014 Honda Accord wheels problems
severe Owners of the 2014 Honda Accord have filed 8 NHTSA complaints about the wheels at roughly $400 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See wheels across all vehicles →
| Model year | wheels complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 Accord | 9 |
| 2011 Accord | 3 |
| 2012 Accord | 7 |
| 2013 Accord | 9 |
| 2014 Accord (this page) | 8 |
| 2015 Accord | 10 |
| 2016 Accord | 7 |
| 2017 Accord | 37 |
| 2018 Accord | 6 |
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering wheels on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Engineering request for investigation - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2013-2014 Accords with a complaint of a rear wheel bearing noise. The noise can be described as growling, humming groaning, whirring, or roaring. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2013-2014 Accords with a complaint of a rear wheel bearing noise. The noise can be described as growling, humming groaning, whirring, or roaring. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Engineering request for investigation - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2013-2014 Accords with a complaint of a rear wheel bearing noise. The noise can be described as growling, humming groaning, whirring, or roaring. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2013-2014 Accords with a complaint of a rear wheel bearing noise. The noise can be described as growling, humming groaning, whirring, or roaring. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
Common questions
How serious is the wheels problem on the 2014 Honda Accord?
It's a meaningful issue. 8 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $400.
At what mileage does the wheels typically fail?
Based on the 8 complaints filed, wheels issues most often appear around 39,131 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $400 for wheels repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to wheels?
No active recalls currently cover wheels issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.