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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1HGCR2F79EA128856 · Checked Aug 19, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 7

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1HGCR2F79EA•••••• 2014 Honda ACCORD

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919on the model
133builds in total
Most reported Electrical System 3 Engine 2 Service Brakes 2 Seats 1

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Service Brakes Oct 2023
ABS braking system completely failed. Quoted $5000 to fix it, huge safety issue. The value of my car has significantly decreased and now I can't sell my car or afford to fix it due to this issue and now it is dangerous to have this issue. Thousands of people online dealing the…
Electrical System Jul 2023
My 2014 Honda Accord EX sedan has/had defective Starter and ABS Modulator , Many Honda Accord vehicles in these year range are having or had these same problems . These vehicles should not be having these problems at low mileage . I believe the ABS problems are a safety concern
Engine Dec 2019
Vehicle rattles on cold start. Frequently burning oil. Have properly maintained vehicle since purchased february 2014
Fuel System May 2014
The car is experiencing a very hesitant acceleration upon initial acceleration to the point of almost stopping. This has continued now with just over 1,000 miles. Called the local honda dealer and was told by a maintenance representative that this problem has been reported to…
Seats Jan 2014
Purchased a new 2014 honda accord ex from the dealership. After a couple of weeks, I've experienced moderate to severe pain in my neck, upper back area and shoulders. I've felt discomfort even on my daily work commute of 15 minutes one way. The pain is more severe after driving…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1HGCR2F79EA128856 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.