Honda Recalls 256,000 Accord Hybrids Over Software Glitch

Detroit, Michigan — Honda announced on Tuesday that it is recalling approximately 256,000 Accord Hybrid vehicles in the United States due to a software glitch that could result in a loss of power while driving. This issue raises the risk of crashes or injuries.

The recall affects models manufactured between 2023 and 2025, according to a press release from the company. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that the integrated control module’s central processing unit may reset unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion.

This software error stems from improper programming by a supplier. The supplier failed to fully understand the operational requirements of the integrated control module (ICM), which led to misinterpretation of normal communication issues as serious CPU problems. This could cause the vehicle to lose drive power.

In addition, modifications made to the ICM increased the electrical load and created more electrical “noise.” This worsened the communication disruptions, contributing to the faulty software’s misreading of signals, which could lead to critical functions shutting down unexpectedly.

As of November 6, Honda received 832 warranty claims linked to this defect but reported no injuries related to the issue between December 2022 and October 2025.

Honda has advised that notification letters will be sent to owners by January 5, and they can reach Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 for assistance. The affected vehicle identification numbers will also be searchable on NHTSA.gov starting on November 18, 2025.