Vehicle manufacturers spend a lot of time working to ensure their models are as safe and reliable as possible before they reach the hands of the customer. Yet, sometimes, problems take months or even years to appear. That’s when companies need to launch a recall to provide service.
Have any recalls been issued on the starter of the 2014 Honda Accord?
As of August 2020, no. However, there have been numerous customer complaints regarding the starter motor that relate to a battery sensor short and a loose connecting rod bolt.
Here, we’ll discuss the customer complaints related to the 2014 Honda Accord starter and the recalls on this car. You can learn more about any specific Honda Accord at Vehicle History.
Customer Complaints about the 2014 Honda Accord Starter
NHTSA Complaint ID: 450366
Honda has not issued a recall as of summer 2020 for the 2014 Accord starter. However, numerous customer complaints exist along with the potential for a class-action lawsuit to occur concerning the problem.
This vehicle has had a lot of starter problems that extend to the 2013 Honda Accord as well. The models tend to not start at all, or an electrical short may occur. A technical service bulletin was issued by Honda to address these concerns.
In these vehicles, there seems to be a faulty starter motor. In other cases, they may have high engine oil consumption. This is due to a potential software problem related to the car’s power steering. The vehicle seems to lose steering ability suddenly.
A software patch was issued to avoid this type of sensor failure.
Battery Sensor May Short
NHTSA Complaint ID: 17V418000
Honda issued a recall in June of 2017 for its electrical system. In some cases, the problem may relate to the stalling out of the car’s starter. Honda has not confirmed this is the cause of all starter complaints.
In this particular recall, the battery sensor case may allow water in it. This can cause an electrical short. The battery sensor is a part of the entire battery management system. That means it can short out the starter, too.
If the starter gets wet, this will cause an electrical short in the system. It can also potentially increase the risk of a fire because of the proximity of the sensors to the hot engine compartment.
To fix this problem, Honda issued a notice to owners. They then had dealerships replace the sensor free of charge. In addition to this, dealers added an adhesive to the battery sensor case, which helped keep water out. This was a necessary first step before the parts for the repair were available.
The recall’s repairs began in November of 2017.
Connecting Rod Bolts May Be Improperly Torqued
NHTSA Complaint ID: 15V121000
This recall impacts 2014 Honda Accord L4 vehicles made between July 29, 2014 and July 31, 2014.
The problem occurs in the engine and the engine cooling system. On these vehicles, the connecting rod bolts were not assembled properly. They were torqued improperly. This can cause the engine to suddenly lose power. It also has caused the engine to leak oil.
If this type of improper torquing causes damage to the rod bolts, it can cause the car to suddenly stop. That may increase the risk of an accident occurring. The engine leak risk can also cause a fire because of the location near the hot engine or the exhaust system’s parts.
To fix this problem, Honda issued an owner notification. It then had dealers bring in the cars and replace the engine short block. These repairs began in March of 2015.
How Do You Handle an Open Recall on a 2014 Honda Accord?
To check if your Accord has any open recalls, just visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website and enter the VIN. You’ll then receive dada about all applicable recalls for the car.
If a recall is found, the system will instruct users on how to get their repairs. Generally, this means calling Honda’s customer service representatives at 1-888-234-2138.
