2008 Honda Accord vs 2008 Toyota Corolla
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 | 2008 Honda Accord | 2008 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,520 | 313 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 109 | 156 |
| Investigations | 3 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 62 | 74 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–25 | 29–31 |
| Median reported mileage | 29,000 mi | 44,261 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Accord | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 379 | 138 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 451 | 17 |
| Engine | 210 | 21 |
| Electrical System | 104 | 21 |
| Exterior Lighting | 113 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 33 | 54 |
| Power Train | 70 | 13 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 41 | 33 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 66 | 7 |
| Oil consumption | 62 | 0 |
| Stalling | 50 | 22 |
| Vibration / shaking | 50 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 38 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 32 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 27 | 16 |
| Rust / corrosion | 16 | 0 |
2008 Honda Accord
2008 Toyota Corolla
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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.