CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2013-2014 Honda Accord is showing signs of an electrical problem with the starter failing soon after the 36K mile warranty expires. It's compounded by reports that the OEM battery doesn't have sufficient amps to start the V6 reliably after a year or two.

For now we are rating this problem with the "Beware" seal because it's occurring so soon after the 36K mile warranty expires. The upshot is when your Accord won't start, that's never good, but especially bad when it's just a few years old.

Also once again, owners are complaining that the 2013 Honda Accord seats are uncomfortable. Uncomfortable seats has been a significant complaint with the Accord since the 2008 model year.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
12 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
6 / 0
Average Mileage:
23,566 miles

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2013 Honda Accord brakes problems

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2013 Honda Accord Owner Comments (Page 2 of 5)

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problem #67

Jul 062023

Accord

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The ABS module on the vehicle has failed. After searching for the issue online, I have discovered that this is a common problem with several years of Hondas but there has not been a recall of this defective piece of equipment.

- Richmond, VA, USA

problem #66

Dec 262023

Accord

  • miles
I have had car serviced faithfully since ownership in 2013. Last visit to dealer I was informed that the VSA modulator control unit has malfunctioned. It-??s very concerning that there has not been a recall on this since it impacts brakes, tires, steering. I am requesting a replacement of this modulator at no charge.

- Woodford, VA, USA

problem #65

Sep 132023

Accord

  • miles
ABS control module went out, causing all of my dash lights to turn off and on intermittently. On top of that, car isn-??t braking properly.

- Lebanon, IL, USA

problem #64

Feb 242023

Accord

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The ABS Module has failed on my 2013 Honda Accord LX. The ABS system may not function properly in reducing braking distances and could cause the car to slide in wet or slippery conditions increasing the chances of a collision or loss of vehicular control while driving. The car was taken to a Honda Specialist and upon inspection, the vehicle was diagnosed to have a faulty ABS module. The quoted repair was in excess of $2000 USD. The ABS, Power Steering, TPMS Check Tire, Traction Control warning lights are all ON indicating an issue with aforementioned faulty ABS Module. The warning lights all appeared simultaneously in February, 2023. Diagnostics were run and all error codes indicated a faulty ABS (VCS) module

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #63

Oct 052023

Accord

  • miles
Vsa module failure. Anti lock brakes will not work unless repaired. Honda dealer quoted repair over $2500 dollars. Know issue of poor quality design and use of inferior parts to make module failure imminent.

- Bismarck , ND, USA

problem #62

Oct 162023

Accord

  • 105,329 miles
The car accelerates when I-??m trying to brake.

- Thiells, NY, USA

problem #61

Jul 162013

Accord

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

ABS solenoid valve malfunction. VSA solenoid malfunction

- Apopka, FL, USA

problem #60

Jun 192023

Accord

  • miles
VSA Modulator is faulty causing the ABS system to fail. Honda dealerships are telling customers it is safe to drive

- Frisco, TX, USA

problem #59

Aug 282023

Accord

  • miles
My vehicle currently has the TPMS, VSA(Stabilty/ABS),Electric Power Steering, Lane Departure Warning, and Forward Collision Warning lights are on. I brought my vehicle to a local Tire Discounters. They scanned for the codes and it brought up the VSA Modulator (aka ABS Module) malfunction. I researched through forums and it is a common issue with Honda ABS module. The VSA/ABS module has to be replaced due to electrical issues within the module. This could lead to a crash/injury.

- Cincinnati, OH, USA

problem #58

Aug 022023

Accord

  • miles
Antilock brake system module failure/solenoid causing multiple engine light failure and transmission

- Bronx, NY, USA

problem #57

Aug 012023

Accord

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

ABS Modulator Failed

- Sedalia, MO, USA

problem #56

Aug 112023

Accord

  • miles
The ABS Module Failure All of the dashboard light are on due the a Faulty ABS Module, YouTube and other Honda forums reported the same problems. The ABS Module is poorly designed The connectors are very thin and they break apart with the vehicle vibration, the Abs dashboard light, Steering control dashboard light, Traction control dashboard light, TPMS dashboard light all are in the ABS Module control unit. Honda need to Issue a Recall for the abs Module failing after 35k miles of its vehicles its a safety issue and it should be dressed. Thank You

- Richmond, TX, USA

problem #55

Jul 292023

Accord

  • miles
The ABS Module has failed. I am receiving warning lights on my dash which caused me to pull off the road. After online research, I discovered this is a common problem with this make/model. So much so, that there is a national backorder for this part. My mechanic says that I can drive the car and the ABS system will not work in the event that I might need it. Online forums tell me that the system might activate and cause the brakes to lock up. This seems very unsafe to me and a widespread problem that Honda should address.

- Everett, WA, USA

problem #54

Jul 252023

Accord

  • miles
My dashboard is lit up like a christmas tree. Went to dealer who found the ABS control module went out. The nation is out of this part as it is a common problem. There are several articles on the web that discuss how these have gone out and there is no where to buy the part and is not recalled yet. ABS system will not engage without this which is extremely unsafe. Apparently this is effecting 2013-2107 accords.

- Chalmette, LA, USA

problem #53

Jul 242023

Accord

  • miles
ABS, BRAKE, TCS and PSC lights illuminated indicative of VSC Modulator failure at 122,000 miles. Dealer stated part needs replacement. Too many issues on this issue to not be addressed by Honda.

- Elgin, IL, USA

problem #52

Jul 012023

Accord

  • miles
All dash lights come on. Fcw system failure. Abs/vsa module failed is what me and a lot of other people with the same car, have the same issues. Abs brake module to replace is $1100 and on backorder and alot of people can't drive there cars, some have had issues that almost caused accidents, mine seems to run fine for now, just started happening. Honda needs to do something about this, way to many people have this problem and Honda should be way more reliable and helpful for this common failure.

- Culpeper , VA, USA

problem #51

Jun 052023

Accord

  • miles
The ABS Modulator Assembly VSA for my Honda Accord LX-S Coupe is failing. My dashboard has several lights on the dash indicating an issue with ABS system. A mechanic (Russell & Smith Honda) in Houston, TX inspected my car on Wednesday, June 7 and indicated that the ABS system needs to be replaced. The ABS Modulator needs to be recalled because the wiring inside the modulator is incredibly thin. This is the only module that is failing and has this type of wiring thus creating a broken circuit. Honda should have instead created a circuit board with thicker wiring and act as a connector itself. Honda should be held responsible to creating a safer ABS modulator. This is a major safety concern as it affects thousands of people owning this vehicle and increases the likelihood of a brake malfunction. This can cause accidents and it is a costly fix for consumers. I am requesting a recall on this part.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #50

May 112023

Accord

  • miles
No accident to report. Just feel the VSA brake modulator part should be a Honda recall. Mine has failed-?? and I see online that the connector wires are too thin, and this VSA brake modulator is a widespread problem in Honda Accords from 2012-17. All the dashboard warning lights kick on. Anti skid, FCW, ABS!

- Brewster, NY, USA

problem #49

Apr 162023

Accord

  • miles
For no known reason numerous warning lights appeared on dashboard (steering, LDW, FCW failure, brakes, low tire pressure). Power steering completely stopped working. It appears ABS, lane departure warning and forward collision warning systems all stopped working. Glad this happened to me and not my wife. It is her car. Dangerous as heck!

- Franklin, MA, USA

problem #48

Apr 022023

Accord

  • miles
Abs light, steering, tire pressure and traction light came on while I was parked the dash just lit up when I went to the mechanic he said the same car between 13-16 he has gotten 12 different complaints since week only when checked all came up as faulty abs module.

- Kings Park , NY, USA

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