NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Honda Accord Safety Ratings
The 2023 Honda Accord scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 5 recalls, and 77 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Honda Accord achieved a full 5 out of 5 stars in every NHTSA crash-test category. This exceptional performance is a primary factor in its NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100, placing the vehicle firmly in the "Exceptional" safety band. While its crash-test results are outstanding, the 2023 Accord's safety assessment is tempered by five distinct recall campaigns, which prevent a higher overall score and reflect a slightly elevated defect record for the model year.
The 2023 Honda Accord holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100 and a 5-star overall crash rating from NHTSA.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 92 Sedans from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Honda Accord ranks 35 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 91 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.5% |
| Recalls on file | 5 |
| Owner complaints | 77 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 35 of 92 Sedans tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Honda Accord?
The 2023 Honda Accord’s Safety Index score of 91/100 places it in the Exceptional band, a strong safety showing. This year's Accord carries forward the flawless crash protection and avoidance technology scores of 70/70 and 10/10 respectively. The single-point decline from the 2022 model's 92/100 is entirely attributable to the vehicle’s defect record, which scored 10.75 out of a possible 20 points. Five distinct recall campaigns distinguish the 2023 model year. These include two actions related to seat fasteners, two for the fuel pump, and one for the seat belt pretensioner. These recalls collectively influenced the defect sub-score. Additionally, 77 owner complaints have been registered, with Forward Collision Avoidance ranking as the second most frequent problem area. This is a significant data point, given that the system is standard equipment and contributes to the perfect 10 score in avoidance technology. The robust crash-test results confirm a solid foundation for safety, making the open recall count the primary safety consideration for the 2023 Honda Accord.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Honda Accord perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Honda Accord achieved a full sweep of 5-star safety ratings from NHTSA across all evaluated categories: overall, frontal impact, side impact, and rollover. This consistent top-tier performance is a significant strength for the model year. The rollover risk, measured at 10 percent, included a "No Tip" result in the dynamic test.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18932
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Honda Accord have any recalls?
Five recall campaigns cover the 2023 Accord. Two separate actions address seat critical fasteners, two address the gasoline fuel delivery pump, and one targets front seat belt pretensioners that may be missing the propellant charge. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the available campaign data, but all five campaigns warrant VIN verification before purchase or continued operation.
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS26V054000
Risk: A loose driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 10, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are ONC, KND, BNE and ZNF. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 5, 2026. This recall expands previou
Reported 2026-01-29
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS24V859000
Risk: An unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Reported 2024-11-14
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP24V763000
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 20, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PJW.
Reported 2024-10-14
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
SEAT BELTS:FRONT23V782000
Risk: A seat belt pretensioner missing a rivet will not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt pretensioner assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are MG7 and NG5.
Reported 2023-11-21
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Honda Accord?
Owners have filed 77 unverified complaints with NHTSA for this model year, including alleged reports of 5 crashes and 3 injuries. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System (21 reports), Forward Collision Avoidance (20), and Service Brakes (16). These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
77 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Honda Accord?
Any used 2023 Accord shopper should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup before purchase. All five recall campaigns, spanning seat fasteners, fuel pump, and seat belt pretensioners, must be confirmed remedied. An unresolved recall on a 3-year-old vehicle represents a concrete, checkable safety gap, not a theoretical one.
- The 2023 Accord's Safety Index dropped one point to 91/100 versus the 2022 model's 92/100, driven entirely by a defect record sub-score of 10.75/20 tied to five active recall campaigns.
- All four NHTSA crash-test dimensions, overall, frontal, side, and rollover, returned 5 stars for this model year, with a 10 percent rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic result.
- Two distinct seat critical-fastener recall campaigns and one front seat belt pretensioner campaign are specific to this model year and directly affect occupant restraint integrity.
- Forward Collision Avoidance is the second most-reported complaint category with 20 unverified allegations, a detail worth noting given that the system is standard equipment on this model year.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Honda Accord places
The 2023 Honda Accord qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Honda Accord safety questions
Was the 2023 Honda Accord crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Honda Accord, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 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 2023 Honda Accord crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 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 9.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2023 Honda Accord have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 5 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Honda Accord. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Honda Accord?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 77 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Honda Accord. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Accord years
Rivals in Sedan (2023)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Nissan Maxima | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model S Later Release | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18932), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda Accord 2023.
- 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 35 of 92 in the Sedan class for 2023.
- 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.