2026 Honda Accord

I have paid for this vehicle, but the dealer won't release it to me due to the open recall (NHTSA Recall Number 26V-366). Neither Honda nor the dealer has given me any sense of when this will be resolved. I don't know how many owners fit this scenario, i.e. vehicle purchased, but not delivered due to the open recall, but it can't be that many. I get no sense or indication that Honda is prioritizing people in my position. Neither the dealer nor Honda has offered to reimburse me for the car I was forced to rent, due to this recall. I am based in [XXX], attached to the 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command as a civilian contractor, and purchased this vehicle through Military Autosource. I would appreciate anything NHTSA can do to light a fire under Honda to resolve this issue. I am paying for a vehicle I can't use, and also paying to rent a car, due to this recall. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ID

11748966

Incident

Jun 7, 2026

The dealer from whom I purchased this vehicle is refusing to release it to me because of an open recall. I purchased this vehicle [XXX], it is now June 19th. I relocated to Germany to accept a US Government sponsored contract job with the US Army, working for General Dynamics. This vehicle is intended to be my sole source of transportation. I would be happy to take possession and bring the vehicle back for this part. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ID

11745181

Incident

Jun 7, 2026

I am reporting a potential safety concern with my 2026 Honda Accord SE with approximately 8,000 miles. The vehicle experienced rodent damage to the camshaft position (CMP) wiring harness. This occurred despite the vehicle being relatively new and well maintained. The wiring insulation appears to be soy-based, which may attract rodents and increase the likelihood of damage to critical engine components. As a result, my vehicle displayed warning messages, including an “emissions system problem” and a notice that engine power may be reduced. This creates a safety concern, as reduced engine performance or unexpected warnings could occur while driving. This issue appears to be part of a broader pattern reported by other vehicle owners involving rodent damage to soy-based wiring. The manufacturer has declined to cover the repair under warranty, stating the damage is environmental. However, the material used in the wiring may contribute to the likelihood of this failure. The vehicle is located in Mississippi and is typically parked under a carport. There were no prior indications of rodent issues before this incident. I believe this represents a potential defect in materials that could impact vehicle safety.

NHTSA ID

11744299

Incident

Jun 5, 2026

The contact owns a 2026 Honda Accord. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V366000 (Tires); however, the part required for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the remedy was not available. A second dealer, Freeway Honda (1505 Auto Mall Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92705), was contacted and advised that the remedy would not be available for another month. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA ID

11743529

Incident

Jun 4, 2026

Service Bulletin - Certain 2026 Accord and Accord Hybrid vehicles shipped with incorrect safety ratings and/or country of origin for the transmission on the Monroney Labels. The vehicles are in compliance; the Monroney Label information is not.

Dealer Message - American Honda is announcing a product update for certain 2026 Accord and Accord Hybrid vehicles shipped with Monroney labels that have incorrect safety ratings and/or transmission country of origin. The vehicles themselves comply with applicable regulations but the information on the Monroney labels does not.

Service Bulletin - There is a dull creaking, rubbing, popping, or clicking noise coming from the front of the vehicle while turning at low speeds potentially due to the bump stop contacting the top of the front damper body.

Tech Line Summary - The vehicle's infotainment system displays previously viewed SMS messages upon each ignition cycle, when the customer's Android phone is connected via Bluetooth.

Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2026 Accords with a customer complaint of a noise from the instrument panel garnish in the center and passenger vent outlet areas with HVAC system off. The noise can be described as buzzing, rattling, or ticking. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

Service Bulletin - Customer complains of a clicking, light ticking, or binding sound while turning the steering wheel due to lack of sufficient clearance between the steering gearbox motor housing and the steering rack.