2007 Honda Accord vs 2008 Honda Accord
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 524 | 1,520 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 83 | 109 |
| Investigations | 4 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 88 | 62 |
| Fire reports | 15 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–27 | 20–25 |
| Median reported mileage | 70,000 mi | 29,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Accord | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 160 | 379 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 32 | 451 |
| Engine | 29 | 210 |
| Electrical System | 60 | 104 |
| Power Train | 58 | 70 |
| Exterior Lighting | 10 | 113 |
| Steering | 44 | 33 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 41 | 33 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 19 | 50 |
| Airbag warning light | 19 | 32 |
| Stalling | 17 | 50 |
| Check engine light | 17 | 27 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 16 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 66 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 38 |
2007 Honda Accord
2008 Honda Accord
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.