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2012 Honda Accord electrical problems

32 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 50,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
32
of this car's complaints
9%
typical mileage
50,000
crashes
1
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Instrument panel: speedometer/odometer
    5
  • Ignition
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k
25k-50k
50k-75k
75k-100k
100k-125k
125k-150k
150k-175k
175k-200k
200k+

Honda Accord electrical problems in other years

19901995200020052010201520202026

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2012 Honda Accord owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 13, 2026 · Electrical · 170,762 miles · GA

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Honda Accord. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 124,414, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 170,762.

Filed May 19, 2026 · Electrical · 238,639 miles · CT

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Honda Accord. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase the vehicle mileage wa47,000,p=and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 238, 629. A Carfax report was obtained with the same mileage. The contact sent a message and left a voice mail message but there was no response. The contact received an unusual high quote from the insurance company. The contact's son sent a text to the seller but they did not respond. There was no other agency contacted.

Filed Feb 5, 2026 · Electrical · NJ · fire

Purchased a car from JKJ Auto on 01/17/2026 for $5000 + tax. Car was sold "as-is" with no dealer warranty. Vehile was only driven for 12 days before the car caught fire while my son was driving to school. He was trapped inside until a person ran over to help him out of the car. Police came to the scene and towed the vehicle. It was later examined by DSM Auto Repair who deduced that the battery was defective and overheated. This caused all other electrical cables to ignite along with the rest of the car. There were no warning lamps, messages or audio alerts. My son first noticed when there was white smoke coming from the hood as the car shut off, followed shortly by flames.

Filed Jan 7, 2026 · Electrical · 200,000 miles · MD

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Honda Accord. The contact stated that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 64,163. It was later discovered, upon checking the Carfax report that the mileage was 200,000.

Filed Oct 14, 2025 · Electrical · 248,870 miles · AZ

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Honda Accord. While attempting to sell the vehicle, a potential buyer showed the contact a vehicle history report; the report showed that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was purchased by the contact through a private sale on Facebook Marketplace. Additionally, the contact discovered a crash report in the glove box. The contact was not made aware of any prior accidents on the vehicle prior to sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was approximately 135,000, and the report discovered that the mileage was 248,870.

Filed May 21, 2025 · Electrical · 129,994 miles · MD

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while attempting to trade in the vehicle at a local dealer, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was purchased through a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 127,699 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 129,994.

Filed Nov 25, 2024 · Brakes, Electrical · MA

ABS, Traction Control and Brake lights on. Diagnosed by 2 mechanics told ABS module is bad, which affects braking and is hazardous. Also told this should not be happening with so little mileage on vehicle 50K. There needs to be a recall for this issue!!!!

Filed Oct 18, 2024 · Brakes, Electrical · MA

ABS Module has failed and brake, ABS and traction control lights remain on; causing braking issue. This component has failed in many vehicles of this type per mechanic and should be recalled. There is very little mileage on the vehicle around 50K. A safety recall is apparent as if injury occurs Honda is liable, as an elderly person owns the vehicle. Vehicle does not stop as it should and will not receive an inspection sticker. This should not be on the consumer given the amount of low mileage.

Filed Jan 16, 2024 · Electrical, Lights · AZ

Check Engine Light Due to Low Engine Oil Level, Radio/Climate Control Display May Go Dark, major issue is "No Start" Due to Ignition Switch Failure and fuses keep blowing so many issues and problems

Filed Oct 2, 2023 · Electrical, Engine · CT

Car has frequent issues with starting and power loss inside and outside the car. This is my second time having a issue with my car not starting that did not have to do with the battery or alternator. I have 135xxx miles and keep up with maintenance so this is frustrating and expensive, happening months apart. The first time I had to have a new starter put in. The car also looses brightness on the dash board and in the headlights. The car stalls while starting since Ive had it.

Questions about the 2012 Honda Accord electrical

Does the 2012 Honda Accord have electrical problems?

Owners have filed 32 complaints about the electrical of the 2012 Honda Accord, 9% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2012 Honda Accord electrical problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 50,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2012 Honda Accord electrical?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Honda Accord have the most electrical problems?

The Honda Accord model years with the most electrical complaints are 2013 (417 complaints), 1999 (388 complaints) and 2014 (378 complaints).

Other 2012 Honda Accord problems

Seats 64Airbags 57Engine 52Steering 51Brakes 39Transmission 27Acceleration 26Suspension 23Body 22Wheels 17Fuel system 16Visibility 15Tires 12Driver assistance 10Seat belts 7Lights 5Locks 1

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