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moderate Owners of the 2019 Honda Accord have filed 72 NHTSA complaints about the fuel system, typically surfacing around 69,000 miles at roughly $1,200 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See fuel system across all vehicles →
| Model year | fuel system complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 Accord | 3 |
| 2016 Accord | 5 |
| 2017 Accord | 9 |
| 2018 Accord | 156 |
| 2019 Accord (this page) | 72 |
| 2020 Accord | 10 |
Among the 14 model years of Honda Accord in our records for fuel system problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
All 3 active fuel system recalls on this vehicle land at critical or severe — none classified moderate.
If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering fuel system 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.
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020 Accords, 2016-2020 Civics, 2017-2020 CR-Vs, & 2018-2020 Odysseys that have been diagnosed to be in need of the low-pressure fuel pump, fuel strainer, fuel meter or fuel tank replacement. If you have a vehicle that match the qualifiers listed below, AHM requests to have the photos of the lock ring & the low-pressure fuel pump flange taken & sent to TIS (click HERE for example photos).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020 Accords, 2016-2020 Civics, 2017-2020 CR-Vs, & 2018-2020 Odysseys that have been diagnosed to be in need of the low-pressure fuel pump, fuel strainer, fuel meter or fuel tank replacement. If you have a vehicle that match the qualifiers listed below, AHM requests to have the photos of the lock ring & the low-pressure fuel pump flange taken & sent to TIS (click HERE for example photos).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020 Accords, 2016-2020 Civics, 2017-2020 CR-Vs, & 2018-2020 Odysseys that have been diagnosed to be in need of the low-pressure fuel pump, fuel strainer, fuel meter or fuel tank replacement. If you have a vehicle that match the qualifiers listed below, AHM requests to have the photos of the lock ring & the low-pressure fuel pump flange taken & sent to TIS (click HERE for example photos).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020 Accords, 2016-2020 Civics, 2017-2020 CR-Vs, & 2018-2020 Odysseys that have been diagnosed to be in need of the low-pressure fuel pump, fuel strainer, fuel meter or fuel tank replacement. If you have a vehicle that match the qualifiers listed below, AHM requests to have the photos of the lock ring & the low-pressure fuel pump flange taken & sent to TIS (click HERE for example photos).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2022 Accord 1.5Ts & 2020-2022 CR-V 1.5Ts with a customer complaint of the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with the DTC P030X (Cylinder Misfire Detected) or P0172 (Fuel System Too Rich) stored. To better 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.
Fuel system failures on 2019 Accords cluster tightly around the fuel pump and related fuel delivery components. The most common failure—fuel pump degradation or failure—causes stalling at any speed, failure to start, loss of power during acceleration, and vehicle limp mode. Check engine lights and multiple secondary warnings (braking, stability control, collision mitigation) frequently accompany the stalls. Mileage ranges from 7,000 to 137,000 miles, but failures concentrate between 40,000 and 100,000.
Independent mechanics consistently diagnose the root cause as fuel pump failure, fuel pump module failure, or reduced fuel rail pressure. Owners have taken vehicles to dealers multiple times, only to be told that recall parts (NHTSA 23V858000, 21V215000) remain unavailable—in many cases, months or years after receiving recall notices.
A subset of owners report hesitation, difficulty starting, excessive fuel consumption, or vehicle hesitation that does not resolve with fuel pump replacement under the recall itself. One mechanic diagnosed fuel injection failure. Another resolved shaking and vibration by replacing spark plugs, though the primary fuel system issue persisted.
The standout complaint is not the failures themselves but Honda's inability to supply replacement parts. Owners repeatedly report dealers and manufacturers confirming that parts remain back-ordered, preventing repairs despite active recall campaigns. Some owners note the manufacturer has exceeded a reasonable timeframe for recall completion.
Same Honda Accord fuel system reports on nearby years: 2018 · 2020
The fuel pump loses function or degrades, causing stalling, failure to start, loss of motive power, or limp mode. Owners report the pump fails unexpectedly at various mileages and often cite diagnostic confirmation at independent shops.
When: 20,000 to 137,708 miles; most commonly reported between 40,000 and 100,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle stalls while driving or at startup; Engine loses power or enters limp mode; Delayed or failed engine start; Check engine warning light illuminated; Hesitation and poor acceleration; Engine shuddering before loss of power
Codes mentioned: P0078 (Fuel rail pressure failure)
Repairs/costs cited: Fuel pump replacement; owners report pumps were replaced under recall but failures recurred in some cases
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 20V314000, 21V215000, 23V858000 (all Fuel System, Gasoline); parts unavailable for extended periods; some vehicles serviced under recall experienced recurrent failure
The fuel pump module degrades or fails, resulting in stalling and inability to restart. Diagnostic testing at independent shops confirms the module as the root cause.
When: 40,000 to 65,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle stalls with multiple warning lights (Brake Hold, Stability Assist, Hill Start, Collision Mitigation); Failure to restart; Recurrent stalling
Repairs/costs cited: Fuel pump module replacement required; not repaired in reported cases
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 23V858000; parts unavailable; Technical Service Bulletin 24-009 referenced
Reduced fuel pressure to the fuel rails triggers stalling and loss of restart capability. Dealer diagnostics confirm the reduced pressure and tie it to recall issues.
When: 57,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Unexpected stall at low speed (5–10 mph); Failure to restart; Check engine and other warning lights illuminated
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer identified as related to recall but did not perform repair due to parts shortage
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 23V858000; manufacturer notified and case opened; parts unavailable
Fuel injection system fails, resulting in multiple system warnings and vehicle immobilization. Mechanic diagnosed the failure but repair was not completed.
When: 137,708 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Multiple warning lights (tire pressure, emissions, ABS, electric power steering); Alerts for adaptive cruise, collision mitigation, and road departure systems
Repairs/costs cited: Fuel injection system diagnosis; repair not completed
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified but no recall or TSB referenced
Owners report abnormally long start times, hesitation during acceleration, and inability to exceed low speeds. Some cases resolved with spark plug replacement; others remain undiagnosed.
When: 29,000 to 100,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Abnormally long start time; Vehicle hesitation and loss of response to accelerator input; Unable to accelerate above 15–20 mph; Vehicle shudder before power loss; Excessive fuel consumption; Vehicle stuck in second gear
Repairs/costs cited: Spark plug replacement resolved one case; others required fuel pump diagnosis; most not repaired due to parts unavailability
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 21V215000, 23V858000; software update attempted in one case without resolution; parts unavailable
Vehicle enters limp mode or displays cascading warning lights (braking systems, stability control, collision mitigation) in response to fuel system degradation. Often accompanied by stalling or loss of power.
When: 40,000 to 110,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle enters limp mode; Brake Hold, Vehicle Stability Assist, Hill Start Assist, and Collision Mitigation warnings; Braking system warning light; ABS and steering assist warning lights; Multiple unspecified warning lights
Repairs/costs cited: Owners report vehicle sent to dealer or independent mechanic but not repaired; condition tied to fuel pump or pump module failure in many cases
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 23V858000, 21V215000; parts unavailable; no repairs completed
Synthesized from 72 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 72 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
Across the 28 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most fuel system failures cluster between 47,750 and 100,000 miles, with the median around 69,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 47,750; a quarter make it past 100,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system 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.
Yes — 3 active recall(s) cover fuel system issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.