NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Honda Accord Safety Ratings
The 2022 Honda Accord scores 92 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 4 recalls, and 209 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Honda Accord achieved perfect ratings in every NHTSA crash-test category. This strong performance underpins its Exceptional NHTSA Safety Index score of 92/100. However, four active recall campaigns are on record for the model year. Prospective owners should verify that all recall remedies have been completed for any specific vehicle by VIN.
The 2022 Honda Accord holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 92/100 and a five-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Honda Accord ranks 28 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 92 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.3% |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 209 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 28 of 90 Sedans tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Honda Accord?
The 2022 Honda Accord achieves an overall Safety Index of 92/100, placing it in the Exceptional band. This score marks a two-point gain from the 2021 model's 90/100. Its crash protection sub-score is a maximum 70 out of 70, and its avoidance technology sub-score reaches a perfect 10 out of 10, supported by standard forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. The vehicle's defect record sub-score, however, stands at 12 out of a possible 20. This reflects four active recall campaigns for the 2022 Accord. Two of these recalls address the occupant classification sensor, which is critical for front-passenger air bag deployment. Another recall for the fuel pump affects a broad range of Honda products but explicitly includes this Accord. A separate recall specifically targets the brake control module in 2022 Accord vehicles. This recall record is the sole element preventing the 2022 Accord from an almost perfect safety profile. NHTSA has also logged 209 unverified owner complaints, primarily citing electrical system issues and forward collision avoidance concerns. These complaints, while noted, do not factor into the Safety Index calculation.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Honda Accord perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Honda Accord achieves the highest possible safety marks across all federal crash-test categories. It received the top rating in overall protection, frontal crash, side crash, and rollover resistance. The vehicle exhibited a low 9 percent rollover risk, with a "No Tip" dynamic test result. No categories remain unrated or show weakness, indicating a consistent, strong performance in NHTSA's safety assessments.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16835
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Honda Accord have any recalls?
Four recall campaigns affect this model year. Two target the front-passenger occupant classification sensor in the air bag system. A third covers the fuel pump delivery system across a broad range of Honda models including this Accord. A fourth addresses the antilock and traction control module, specifically citing 2022 Accord vehicles by name. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the provided campaign data, but owners should confirm current remedy status by VIN.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER26V332000
Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involve
Reported 2026-05-21
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER24V064000
Risk: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
Reported 2024-02-01
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP23V858000
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Reported 2023-12-18
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE23V430000
Risk: Unintended vehicle movement or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the VSA modulator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are OEJ, XEK, AEY, XEX and OEW.
Reported 2023-06-15
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Honda Accord?
NHTSA has received 209 unverified owner complaints for the 2022 Accord. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System with 78 reports, followed by Forward Collision Avoidance and Unknown Or Other categories each with 57 alleged reports. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
209 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Honda Accord?
Four recall campaigns have been issued for the 2022 Accord, a significant number for a single model year. Two of these campaigns address air bag sensor issues, while another specific recall targets the brake control module. Consumers considering a used 2022 Accord must verify with NHTSA's recall lookup tool that all outstanding remedies have been completed.
- The 2022 Accord's defect record sub-score of 12/20 is the sole reason the Safety Index does not reach a higher ceiling, driven by four active recall campaigns including two targeting the front-passenger air bag occupant classification sensor.
- NHTSA awarded the 2022 Accord five stars in every tested category, including a 9 percent rollover risk and a No Tip result in dynamic testing, making it one of the strongest crash-test performers in its segment for this model year.
- A recall campaign specifically naming 2022 Honda Accord vehicles covers a ball valve issue in the antilock and traction control module, a brake-system component with direct safety implications.
- Forward Collision Avoidance is the third-highest complaint category with 57 unverified allegations, a notable pattern given that forward collision warning is a standard feature on this year's Accord and a key contributor to its perfect avoidance technology sub-score.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Honda Accord places
The 2022 Honda Accord qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Honda Accord safety questions
Was the 2022 Honda Accord crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Honda Accord, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 92 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Honda Accord crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Honda Accord earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 9.3%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Honda Accord have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Honda Accord. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Honda Accord?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 209 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Honda Accord. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16835), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda Accord 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 28 of 90 in the Sedan class for 2022.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.