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:
21 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
16 / 1
Average Mileage:
33,858 miles

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2013 Honda Accord steering problems

steering problem

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2013 Honda Accord Owner Comments (Page 3 of 23)

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problem #401

Aug 012023

Accord

  • miles

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

Vehicle steering wheel will turn left or right. If there isn't correcting the steering wheel vehicle will not drive straight.

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

problem #400

Jul 272023

Accord

  • miles
The electronic power steering sensor has malfunctioned. If you are driving the car forward, out of nowhere and without warning the steering wheel will pull violently to the left into incoming traffic.

- Niagara Falls, NY, USA

problem #399

Aug 232023

Accord

  • 162,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle started jerking upon depressing the accelerator pedal. The check engine, the Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), the electric power steering, TPMS, Forward Collision Avoidance, and the Lane Departure warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 162,000.

- Ridgeland, SC, USA

problem #398

Aug 132023

Accord

  • miles

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

My family and I were driving home then out of nowhere the steering wheel turned all the way left and after a while it went in random directions. If my hand was off the wheel anytime while driving the car would-??ve crashed into the side rail or another driver. There were no warning signs that this would happen and there are no dash lights indicating a problem.

- Roseburg, OR, USA

problem #397

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 #396

Jul 172023

Accord

  • miles
1.I was driving back from Work on 7/17/2023 when I Noticed the Steering Wheel suddenly felt too loose - Steering had excessive Free play. With utmost caution drove the car back to Garage. 2.Took it to the Honda Dealer on 7/18/2023 for inspection. 3.The Honda Service Diagnosis was Power Steering Rack Assembly failure and the recommendation was to Replace the Power Steering Rack Assembly. 4.The Honda Service has recommended not to Drive the car with Unsafe Steering Unit and it has been Garaged since then.

- Torrance, CA, USA

problem #395

Aug 042023

Accord

  • miles

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

When driving the steering makes vehicle lean to the right. And when parked, it leans all the way to the right, locks up and the steering caution light comes on.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

problem #394

Jul 242023

Accord

  • miles
During normal driving, power steering would become more or less sensitive. This was especially noticeable during turns, where the steering wheel would suddenly jerk hard into the turn, sometimes requiring both hands on the wheel to counteract the excessive turn rate.

- Chelmsford , MA, USA

problem #393

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 #392

Jul 232023

Accord

  • miles
Power steering failed with no indication that the car needed service. Thankfully I was close to home and able to return safely.

- Fairview Park, OH, USA

problem #391

Jun 192023

Accord

  • 160,000 miles

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

The contact owns a 2013 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, the Lane Departure, Forward Collision Avoidance, traction control, and power steering warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the ABS modulator was defective and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the warning lights remained illuminated and over time, the power steering assist failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that excessive force was needed to steer the vehicle due to the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.

- Aurora, IL, USA

problem #390

Jul 032023

Accord

  • miles
The vehicle began pulling hard to the left without any incident to cause this. Tires were replaced but the mechanic could not get the vehicle properly aligned. Replaced struts and the wheels still would not align. The dealer was unable to find a cause for this. There are no codes or warnings.

- Vicksburg, MS, USA

problem #389

Jun 302023

Accord

  • miles
The steering wheel locked up. EPS light shows up. The car engine is functional and starts, the fuses are good. One cannot rotate the steering wheel, it is completely locked up.

- San Jose, CA, USA

problem #388

Nov 012022

Accord

  • miles
Approximately 7-8 months ago in 2022, I started noticing something unusual with the steering for my Mother's (original owner) 2013 Honda Accord. Initially I thought it may have been a defect in the road. In May of 2023, I noticed a significant change in the steering, and that it was a lot tighter and harder to turn (while driving or stationary). Also, if I did not hold the steering wheel firmly while driving, the steering wheel would jerk abruptly, changing my intended path of travel. This issue could potentially cause an accident. I immediately had the vehicle diagnosed at a Honda dealer, and they confirmed that it was a electrical power steering rack issue. The dealer advised me that American Honda extended the warranty coverage on all electrical power steering torque sensors for this vehicle, however, the vehicle needed to display a certain code during the diagnosis. Unfortunately, my vehicle did not display the required code and it was not covered under the extended warranty. The service advisor suggested that I contact American Honda to help resolve the issue, being that it was an electrical power steering issue and it should have been covered. American Honda conducted their investigation and denied my claim. I believe this should have been covered under the warranty because it is an electrical power steering issue.

- Carson, CA, USA

problem #387

May 032023

Accord

  • miles
Started vehicle and power steering was not functioning. Steering light illuminated on dashboard. Car was towed to dealership who started they secured the connection and the problem would not happen again. Two days later exact same issue occurred, no power steering and extremely difficult to steer.

- Acushnet, MA, USA

problem #386

May 012020

Accord

  • miles
The electronic power steering started pulling right unexpectedly. It started without any warning or indication. One day I just started the engine, started driving and power steering began to pull the car to right side. The dealer diagnosed the car and found no error codes and no damage. Dealer said I need to replace entire electric power steering rack.

- Westborough, MA, USA

problem #385

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 #384

Mar 202023

Accord

  • miles
I turned on my car and I couldn-??t move my wheel left or right. It felt like it was locked. I drove a little forward out of my driveway and I was able to turn my wheel a little bit but I had to do it with great force. the power steering or system failed and made my car unsafe to drive. I couldn-??t turn the wheel left or right only forward. There were no warning signs that this failure was going to occur. I contacted Honda accord San Leandro and they said it-??s a common problem but not covered. The manufacturer stated it is not a defect and they would charge me to fix it. They will not cover it under warranty.

- Oakland , CA, USA

problem #383

Feb 142023

Accord

  • miles
Vehicle (2013 Honda Accord) repeatedly drifts and pulls to the left while driving under normal conditions; regardless of my speed (10 mph-75mph). I have come close to crossing the center lane into oncoming traffic. I took my vehicle to the Honda dealership for inspection and a wheel alignment and was told I needed to replace the steering rack. The technician stated he had seen this issue before stating the wheel just spun when on the machine. Additionally, I took my vehicle to a local certified mechanic that took my vehicle for a test drive and immediately stated the issue was the steering rack.

- Milton, FL, USA

problem #382

Feb 012023

Accord

  • miles
Steering wheel is turning to the left on its own and slightly stiff when turning to the right. I recently did a wheel alignment and changed tie rod end inner and outer driver and passenger side front I presently live in the Bahamas

- Nassau, FL, USA

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