2023 Honda Accord Hybrid power train problems
19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Component/System that failed or malfunctioned: Power Train: automatic transmission internal (CVT). The vehicle stops responding to acceleration, remains static while the engine continues at high revolutions, without generating forward movement. The component is available for inspection upon…”
filed Aug 16, 2025
“Vehicle Power Loss and System Malfunctions I am writing to formally express my concern regarding a recurring and potentially dangerous issue with my vehicle, 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid. Twice while driving, the vehicle suddenly shut down on the freeway and completely lost power. In both cases, I was…”
filed Jun 30, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Electronic transmission may have been improperly manufactured, which can result in a loss…Campaign 23V588000 · Aug 17, 2023
Related service bulletins
Service Bulletin - The current Power Control Unit (PCU) Radiator Guard does not provide adequate protection. Roadway debris can cause damage to the PCU Radiator which may result in multiple warning lights, Malfunction…
A26-025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 21, 2026Service Bulletin - The current Power Control Unit (PCU) Radiator Guard does not provide adequate protection. Roadway debris can cause damage to the PCU Radiator which may result in multiple Malfunction Indicator Lights…
A26-025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 4, 2026Dealer Message - The current radiator guard does not provide adequate protection. Roadway debris can cause damage to the Power Control Unit (PCU) radiator which may lead to coolant leakage, illumination of multiple…
AEBM04032026903 · Other · issued Apr 4, 2026
Power Train problems in other Accord Hybrid years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Accord Hybrid | 2 | 10% |
| 2024 Accord Hybrid | 6 | 8% |
| 2020 Accord Hybrid | 3 | 8% |
| 2019 Accord Hybrid | 5 | 5% |
| 2018 Accord Hybrid | 7 | 6% |
| 2015 Accord Hybrid | 4 | 10% |
| 2014 Accord Hybrid | 4 | 17% |
| 2005 Accord Hybrid | 1 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.