2006 Honda Accord Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

12 safety recalls on file

The 2006 Honda Accord has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 433 complaints with NHTSA, including 52 crashes, 8 fires, 39 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (131 reports).

12Recalls
433Owner complaints
52Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2006 Honda Accord recalls

Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Shrapnel

Recall 19V499Jun 27, 20193,947 vehicles affected

The driver-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture because its propellant can degrade over time after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature swings.

Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal shards

Recall 19V501Jun 27, 20191,657,752 vehicles affected

The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in certain vehicles may rupture due to propellant degradation after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature cycling.

Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments

Recall 19V182Mar 6, 20191,101,534 vehicles affected

The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture during deployment because of a manufacturing error.

Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly in a Crash

Recall 18V268Apr 26, 20181,335 vehicles affected

A front passenger air bag may have been installed incorrectly when it was replaced, so it may not deploy properly in a crash.

Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy Correctly

Recall 16V178Mar 30, 201611,602 vehicles affected

Some 2004-2007 Honda Accords built between October 1, 2003, and August 17, 2007, may have been assembled with an incorrect passenger-side frontal airbag inflator module.

Passenger Front Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments

Recall 15V370Jun 15, 20153,498,481 vehicles affected

The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator may be affected by moisture intrusion over time.

Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments

Recall 15V320May 28, 20156,281,043 vehicles affected

The driver's frontal airbag inflator can be affected by moisture intrusion and manufacturing variability.

Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections

Recall 12V222May 17, 2012625,762 vehicles affected

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)

Recall 11V395Aug 4, 20111,512,107 vehicles affected

Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other Manual

Recall 06V270Jul 26, 20061,190,000 vehicles affected

Tires:Bead

Recall 05V536Nov 28, 20051,606 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal

Recall 05V510Nov 3, 2005316 vehicles affected

Most common 2006 Honda Accord problems

Problem areas named in the 433 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags131
Power Train50
Steering48
Electrical System42
Service Brakes, Hydraulic41
Unknown Or Other30
Vehicle Speed Control24
Engine21
Tires20
Structure19

What owners report

2026-10-20, Suspension
I was at the grocery store, XXX about 10:00pm, got a few things of food, I got in the care and started to drive home, I was at a stop sign in the parking lot, took off from SS, going about 5mph, the passenger wheel turned sideways, the bottom of the wheel was facing horizontal because the upside-down lower ball joint let go, just separated with no advanced notice or sound, it just happened, 2006 Honda Accord EX, 2.4L. This is an engineering defect(abortion) which should have been corrected many, many years ago. This is Honda Motor Company's fault and the need to be liable, because they are civilly, this has been going on so long without consequences, it should be criminal. This has happened
2026-10-12, Air Bags
I was driving my car on the highway when suddenly my passenger side airbags deployed from the passenger seat & the ceiling (headliner) without a collision. The police came to the scene & said that it was unsafe to drive the vehicle.
2026-10-07, Power Train
I attempted to contact McConnell Honda in montgomery alabama; which is now Cannon Honda Montgomery about my 2006 Honda accord v6. To my understanding there was a recall for the power steering feed hose. I don't recall being contacted when the recall was issued. My last attempts to get my car scheduled was October 2, 2026 and October 3,2026. Now the pump has seized and broken my drive belt. I need assistance with getting clarification about the time frame of issued recalls being fixed by dealership /Honda certified shop. The failure of pump now caused another issue. My car now is inoperable.
2025-07-01, Electrical System
After driving my Honda Accord for 135,000 miles, the ignition switch malfunctioned and I am unable to start the car, it seems like I need to replace the switch. After doing research I found out that many Hondas of the same model and years 2003-2009 experienced the same issues which leads me to believe their might be a manufacturing default.
2025-04-09, Steering
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving 15-20 MPH, the contact became aware of an abnormal burning odor, and there was smoke coming from under the hood. The contact stated that the smoke increased while at a complete stop in traffic. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact inspected the vehicle after pulling over to the side of the road and after arriving at the residence. The contact stated that the power steering hose was leaking at the back of the engine, near the firewall, onto the catalytic converter, and onto the power steering lines. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V222000 (Steering); how

2006 Honda Accord questions

Does the 2006 Honda Accord have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2006 Honda Accord: Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Shrapnel; Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal shards; Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly in a Crash; Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy Correctly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Honda Accord?

Based on 433 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (131), Power Train (50), Steering (48).

How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Honda Accord has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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