2019 Honda Accord Hybrid: engine stalls while driving

Filed Sep 21, 2026 · Fuel system · IL

Vehicle stalled and had a power system failure requiring driver to pull off to the side of a road that blocked traffic. The acceleration/drive function no longer worked. The vehicle displayed a POWER SYSTEM PROBLEM message on the dashboard and showed "DO NOT DRIVE". Vehicle was towed to HONDA dealership and they confirmed the fuel pump needs to be replaced. The vehicle had a replacement of the fuel pump in 2022 as part of a prior recall, but the same component is responsible for this situation four years later. Dealership is quoting $1,931 for repairs and Honda America is refusing to cover repair as they claim the 2022 replacement is not related to this incident. They will not confirm whether the parts supplier in 2022 were changed to account for the expanded recall that is part of an ongoing lawsuit settled in 2026 (to be determined when finalized).

Filed Sep 9, 2026 · Engine, Transmission · OH

The vehicle has a documented, severe manufacturing defect involving a cylinder head gasket leak under Honda Service Bulletin 26-006. A certified technician at Honda East Cincinnati confirmed the head gasket leak in writing on September 9, 2026. Prior to this, an independent facility pulled code P0302 (Cylinder 2 Misfire) and used a digital borescope to capture video proof of liquid coolant pooling inside Cylinder #2. Despite written documentation from both facilities confirming an active internal engine leak, American Honda Corporate and the dealership are refusing to honor the warranty extension. They are requiring me to continue driving an unstable vehicle until it actively throws a code on a proprietary dealership scanner. Forcing a consumer to drive a vehicle with a known, documented internal coolant leak risks sudden engine seizure, overheating, and catastrophic stalling on public highways, creating a severe and preventable crash hazard.

Filed May 5, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · CA

Vehicle was being driven on the highway when suddenly engine hesitated and started stalling. Speed was reduced from around 65MPH down to the low 40s. Cars were stacking up behind and passing, causing potential hazardous conditions. Vehicle was taken to a mechanic shop and diagnosed with misfiring, after reading OBD II with many alerts coming on. Further diagnostics revealed cylinder head gasket was leaking coolant into engine, as shown by borescope images. This is a known problem on 2018-2020 Honda Accords with both 1.5T & 2.0 engines. The multiple alert messages started to come on a few weeks ago, but the engine hesitation and stalling just started this week. At first we suspected a 12V battery issue, but testing confirmed battery was at 12.8V with no issues.

Filed Dec 9, 2021 · Engine · 57,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after waiting approximately two hours. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 57,000.

Filed Nov 20, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · OH

Vehicle repeatedly experiences a "cylinder misfire error" when driving above 45 mph. The check engine light will flash and the car surges like it is stalling. Loss of the ability to accelerate when it occurs. Also, the car shakes violently when the vehicle comes to a stop before turning off the engine. Many times, after restarting problem temporarily stops. I have taken it to the dealership multiple times, but problem is unsolved. Happens at least once a week. Started at 58,000 miles. More recently, the vehicle experiences a safety system failure when driving above 45 mph. 10 system warning lights were activated and will continually appear on instrument panel. Warning lights activated: 1. Hill Start Assist Problem 2. Adaptive Cruise Control System Problem 3. Collision Mitigation Braking System Problem 4. Road Departure Mitigation System Problem 5. Emission System Problem 6. Tire Pressure Monitor System Problem 7.Brake System Problem 8. Electric Power Steering System Problem 9.Vehicle Stability Assist System Problem 10. Brake Hold System Problem

Filed Apr 12, 2021 · Brakes, Engine · 10,000 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2019 honda accord hybrid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled but restarted. The contact stated that the brake lights were illuminated while driving. Additionally, there was an abnormal revving sound detected. The vehicle was taken to stokes honda north (8650 rivers ave, north charleston, sc 29406, (843) 572-4700) but was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted nor informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.

Filed Dec 17, 2019 · Acceleration, Engine · 912 miles · TX

11/24/19 - car died while driving - vehicle become non-responsive with regard to engine, would not accelerate and stopped driving altogether. 1st code shown - power system problem do not drive. 2nd code shown - 12 volt battery charging system problem. Do not drive. Car was towed to dealership for repairs. Returned to service 11/26/19. 12/5/19 - car died while driving - vehicle become non-responsive with regard to engine, would not accelerate and stopped driving altogether. Code shown - power system problem do not drive. Car was towed to dealership for repairs. Returned to service 12/13/19. 12/15/2019 - car died while driving - vehicle become non-responsive with regard to engine, would not accelerate and stopped driving altogether. 1st code shown - critical failure detected. Stop driving when safe. 2nd code shown - power system problem do not drive. Car was towed to dealership for repairs.