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Buying a used 2019 Honda Accord Hybrid? Check these 5 recalls first
This year carries the heaviest complaint load of the hybrid years here: 530 unverified reports to NHTSA, including 23 crashes and 25 injuries. Forward collision avoidance (96) leads, followed by engine, electrical and service brakes — a pattern consistent with driver-assist complaints. Recalls include two separate fuel pump stalling campaigns, front seat belts that may not latch, a seat sensor airbag risk, and a safety-system software glitch. None carry stop-driving or park-outside instructions.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Ask specifically about false or sudden automatic braking events, the largest complaint area
- Confirm both fuel pump recalls were completed, not just one
- Have the seat belts and passenger airbag indicator checked before purchase
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Honda dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2019 Honda Accord Hybrid
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Honda and Acura fuel pump can fail and stall engine | Fuel System, Gasoline | high |
| Honda and Acura front seat belts may not latch | Seat Belts | high |
| Honda and Acura fuel pump can fail, stalling engine | Fuel System, Gasoline | high |
| Honda and Acura seat sensor may cause unintended airbag deployment | AIR Bags | high |
| Honda Accord and Insight software glitch disables safety systems | Electrical System | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
530 complaints filed for this model year, including 23 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 25 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 151 | Yes |
| Driver Assistance | 96 | None found |
| Engine | 94 | None found |
| Electrical System | 85 | Yes |
| Brakes | 81 | None found |