2015 Honda Accord cruise control problems
severe Owners of the 2015 Honda Accord have filed 16 NHTSA complaints about the cruise control, typically surfacing around 26,500 miles at roughly $600 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See cruise control across all vehicles →
| Model year | cruise control complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 Accord | 11 |
| 2012 Accord | 19 |
| 2013 Accord | 31 |
| 2014 Accord | 17 |
| 2015 Accord (this page) | 16 |
| 2016 Accord | 15 |
| 2017 Accord | 10 |
| 2018 Accord | 72 |
| 2019 Accord | 19 |
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of 2015 Accords cite unintended acceleration as their primary safety concern. Several report the vehicle suddenly accelerates to high speed while parking or stationary—one hit a parked car hard enough to deploy airbags; another crashed into a concrete bunker while entering a handicapped space. In multiple cases, pressing the brakes made no difference; one owner had to shift to Neutral to stop. These incidents occur intermittently, with owners describing heavy impact crashes.
Separate complaints describe hesitation during acceleration from stops or merges (lasting 1-3 seconds), and power loss when pulling onto highways or passing vehicles—dangerous situations dealers cannot duplicate. One owner reports the adaptive cruise control braking hard when passing semi-trucks, creating rear-end collision risk.
Additional owners report RPM surging at low speeds, jerking at highway speeds, and inadequate deceleration downhill. One mentions an ABS modulator assembly failure requiring $2,000 replacement. Across all accounts, local dealers test-drive the vehicle, find nothing wrong, and refuse repairs. Honda's factory representative confirmed one vehicle operates to spec. An internal TSB (15-036) may address hesitation but is not consistently applied. No recalls exist for these failures.
Same Honda Accord cruise control reports on nearby years: 2013 · 2014 · 2016 · 2017 · 2018
Failure modes owners describe
Unintended acceleration at low/parked speeds
Vehicle suddenly accelerates to high speed without driver input, particularly while parking, at low speeds, or stationary. Brakes reported as ineffective in some cases. Owners report foot off pedals at time of incident.
When: Occurs intermittently; reported at mileage 26,000-40,000 and after purchase
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden rapid acceleration while parking; Acceleration while foot off pedals; Brakes ineffective or requiring hard braking; Engine races to 5000 RPM while applying brakes; Vehicle creeps forward despite brake pressure; RPM surge at low speeds
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer test drives unable to reproduce issue; no repairs performed; owner reports bumper, driver door, and tire replacement after crash; ABS modulator assembly replacement cited as $2000 at King Honda Auburn AL
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Honda manufacturer declined to accommodate; Honda expert mechanic from manufacturer found nothing wrong; TSB 15-036 may be related but not consistently applied; American Honda factory representative stated vehicle working as designed
Hesitation or power loss during acceleration
Vehicle hesitates 1-3 seconds or loses power intermittently when accelerating from stop or merging onto highway. Does not stall but unresponsive to throttle input. Releasing and re-pressing gas pedal typically resolves.
When: Intermittent; occurs 1-2 times per week per one owner; especially when pulling onto highway or accelerating from light
Symptoms owners cite: Hesitation lasting 1-3 seconds at acceleration; Loss of power when accelerating from stop; Unresponsive to gas pedal; Issue lessens with ECON mode disabled; Flat acceleration response during merging or passing
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer suggested disabling ECON feature; no other repairs documented
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: TSB 15-036 exists and may be related; TSB not located or applied by some dealers
Adaptive cruise control false braking on large vehicles
Adaptive cruise control triggers warning and applies heavy braking automatically when approaching or alongside large semi-trucks, particularly in passing situations. Creates rear-end collision risk.
When: Multiple occurrences over past year; increasing frequency reported
Symptoms owners cite: ACC flashes warning while passing semi-truck; Automatic heavy braking when vehicle alongside trailer; Warning occurs in fast lane of divided highway; Risk of rear-end collision from following traffic
Deceleration or engine response issues downhill and city driving
Vehicle does not decelerate properly when going downhill, in city traffic, or on city streets and freeways. Cruise control shift pattern adjustment recommended by factory representative.
When: Ongoing since vehicle operation
Symptoms owners cite: Inadequate deceleration downhill; Poor engine response in city traffic; Loss of power or sluggish response
Repairs/costs cited: Factory representative recommended adjusting cruise control downshift pattern
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: American Honda factory representative test drove vehicle, stated working as designed at factory specs, provided guidance on cruise control downshift technique
Engine jerking and knocking at highway speeds
Engine jerks and knocks at highway speeds (80 mph) and lower speeds under 20 mph, yet runs smoothly at idle. Occurred early in vehicle ownership.
When: At approximately 11,000 miles in October 2016; purchased July 2015
Symptoms owners cite: Jerking and knocking at 80 mph; Knocking at speeds under 20 mph; Smooth operation at idle; No warning lights reported
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle towed to Honda dealership; no repair status provided
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Owner noted safety recall exists on 2015 Accord with similar symptoms
Brake pedal applied but vehicle accelerates
Vehicle accelerates despite brake pedal being depressed. Occurs while parking, at traffic lights, or during controlled stops. Owner must shift to Park or Neutral to stop vehicle.
When: Multiple intermittent occurrences; at least 7 incidents in one year per one owner
Symptoms owners cite: Acceleration while depressing brake pedal; Vehicle creeps forward under braking; Intermittent, recurring behavior; Shift to Park required to stop vehicle; No warning lights illuminated
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer unable to duplicate; no repairs completed
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer not informed in some cases; Honda declined to provide remedy without evidence
Synthesized from 16 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2015 Honda Accord?
It's a meaningful issue. 16 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $600.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Across the 10 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most cruise control failures cluster between 11,041 and 36,066 miles, with the median around 26,500. A quarter of owners report trouble before 11,041; a quarter make it past 36,066. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control 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 cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control 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.