2023 Honda Accord vs 2023 Tesla Model S
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 | 2023 Honda Accord | 2023 Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 82 | 109 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 13 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 74 | 73 |
| Investigations | 1 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 32–48 | 120 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Accord | Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 22 | 16 |
| Steering | 14 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 16 | 4 |
| Engine | 12 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 7 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
2023 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.