2014 Honda Accord electrical system problems
377 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2014 Honda Accord — 39% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The VSA module failed, causing 5 warning lights to illuminate. This module controls ABS, traction control, and power steering. All of these systems involve the safe operation of the vehicle. The module failed due to a flawed design; the module contains 20-30 very fine connecting wires that…”
filed Jul 29, 2026
“1. What component or system failed? The ABS/VSA Modulator Control Unit (also known as the ABS pump or module). This system is responsible for Anti-lock Braking and Vehicle Stability Assist. 2. How was safety put at risk? The failure often results in the complete loss of Anti-lock Braking (ABS)…”
filed Dec 18, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Case for the battery sensor, part of the battery management system, may allow water to…Campaign 17V418000 · Jun 29, 2017
Related service bulletins
Service Bulletin - When a failure is detected, the EPS control unit goes into back-up mode. The new software provides partial assist during back-up mode.
A15-055 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 28, 2021
Electrical System problems in other Accord years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Accord | 6 | 8% |
| 2024 Accord | 23 | 17% |
| 2023 Accord | 22 | 27% |
| 2022 Accord | 84 | 39% |
| 2021 Accord | 54 | 25% |
| 2020 Accord | 50 | 15% |
| 2019 Accord | 97 | 15% |
| 2018 Accord | 279 | 15% |
| 2017 Accord | 148 | 28% |
| 2016 Accord | 190 | 32% |
| 2015 Accord | 235 | 39% |
| 2013 Accord | 413 | 29% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2014 Honda Accord
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.