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2023 Honda Accord Hybrid EX-L

The 2023 Honda Accord Hybrid EX-L is a 204-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 with an e-cvt and front-wheel drive. It starts at $32,990 MSRP and is rated at 48 mpg combined.

It makes 204 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque, spinning to a 6,100 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 51 mpg city and 44 mpg highway (48 mpg combined).

The Accord Hybrid measures 195.7 inches long on a 111.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,468 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainHybrid
Price
MSRP$32,990
MSRP with Destination$34,085
Destination Charge$1,095
Engine
Engine Type2.0-liter DI Atkinson-cycle Inline-4 DOHC Dual-VTC + AC Synchronous Permanent-Magnet Electric Motor (4th-gen two-motor hybrid)
Displacement2 L
Horsepower204 hp
Torque247 lb-ft @ 0-2000 rpm (electric motor peak; ICE 134 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm) rpm
Redline6,100 rpm
Valvetrain16-Valve DOHC Dual-VTC
Bore and Stroke81.0 x 96.7
Compression Ratio13.9:1
Injection TypeDirect Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmissione-CVT (Honda two-motor hybrid system with Linear Shift Control)
Final Drive3.895
Fuel Economy
City51 MPG
Highway44 MPG
Combined48 MPG
Recommended FuelUnleaded (91 Octane Recommended)
Tank Capacity12.8 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-Link
Front Stabilizer Bar27.2 mm x 5.0 mm (tubular)
Rear Stabilizer Bar16.5 mm (solid)
Turning Diameter38.4 ft
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVentilated disc, 12.3 in
Rear Brake DiscSolid disc, 11.1 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 x 7.5J Alloy (Pewter Gray)
Wheels Rear17 x 7.5J Alloy (Pewter Gray)
Tires Front225/50R17 94V
Tires Rear225/50R17 94V
Dimensions & Weight
Length195.7 in
Width73.3 in
Height57.1 in
Wheelbase111.4 in
Front Track63 in
Rear Track63.8 in
Ground Clearance5.3 in
Approach Angle14.1°
Departure Angle18.2°
Cargo Volume16.7 ft³
Curb Weight3,468 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)61% / 39%
Interior
Headroom Front37.5 in
Headroom Rear37.2 in
Legroom Front42.3 in
Legroom Rear40.8 in
Shoulder Room Front57.9 in
Shoulder Room Rear56.5 in
Hip Room Front55.4 in
Hip Room Rear55.4 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (9.5 % risk)
Tested variant: 2023 Honda ACCORD HYBRID 4 DR FWD

Recalls

7 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Honda ACCORD HYBRID. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Oct 8, 2026 · TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles that were previously remedied under NHTSA recall number 26V366. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.

Consequence: A detached bottle cap can become a projectile and strike the user or others nearby, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the tire repair kit nozzle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 16, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is PPW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 17, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 26V366 will need to have the new remedy completed.

NHTSA campaign 26V663000

Jun 4, 2026 · TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025-2026 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.

Consequence: A detached bottle cap can become a projectile and strike the user or others nearby, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the tire repair kit nozzle or sealant bottle, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in Fall 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is DOV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 11, 2026.

NHTSA campaign 26V366000

Jan 29, 2026 · SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, and 2024 HR-V, Pilot, and Acura Integra vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in a loose seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

Consequence: 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 previous NHTSA recall number 24V859.

NHTSA campaign 26V054000

Nov 13, 2025 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:HYBRID MANAGEMENT:POWER CONTROL UNIT/MODULE (HPCU):SOFTWARE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the integrated control module (ICM) central processing unit (CPU) may reset while driving, causing a loss of drive power.

Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ICM CPU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TN2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 18, 2025.

NHTSA campaign 25V785000

Nov 14, 2024 · SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in an unsecured seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

Consequence: 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.

NHTSA campaign 24V859000

Oct 14, 2024 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid, and 2025 Honda Civic and Civic Hybrid vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel.

Consequence: 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.

NHTSA campaign 24V763000

Aug 17, 2023 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CVT

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 CR-V Hybrid and Accord Hybrid vehicles. The electronic transmission may have been improperly manufactured, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Consequence: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the electronic continuously variable transmission (e-CVT), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 11, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are NFG and HFF.

NHTSA campaign 23V588000

144 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2023 Honda ACCORD HYBRID

Owner Complaints

144 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Honda ACCORD HYBRID (5 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System49
Service Brakes47
Engine32
Unknown Or Other24
Fuel/Propulsion System22
Power Train20
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 7, 2026 · Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control, Engine
“I dropped off the vehicle at Thousand Oaks Honda to fix the safety recall on Monday September 28, 2026. Recall Number: TN2 XNT XP2. While they are trying to fix the recall at the dealer's place…”
Jul 26, 2026 · Wheels Crash
“I am reporting what I believe may be a safety defect involving my 2023 Honda Hybrid. I owned the vehicle for less than three years and kept up with all recommended maintenance. During my ownership, I…”
Mar 1, 2026 · Service Brakes
“During transit, the dash displayed several errors and then finally stated that there was a "Brake System problem, Brake performance my be reduced. See your dealer." The car lost power and I had to…”
Feb 3, 2026 · Engine
“MY CAR HAS A HOLE IN THE MOTOR, THE THROW ROD SHOT OUT OF IT. THE DEALERSHIP CLASSIC HONDA REFUSED TO DO ANY REAL INVESTIGATION AND IS RELYING SOLELY ON THE DIPSTICK READING. THIS CLEARLY VIOLATES ME…”
Jan 5, 2026 · Lane Departure, Forward Collision Avoidance Crash
“From the beginning of my lease, the vehicle experienced repeated malfunctions of its safety and proximity sensor systems, including warning alerts and sensor-related failures. The vehicle was taken…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2023 HONDA ACCORD HYBRID. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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