Electrical system: propulsion system: hybrid management: power control unit/module (HPCU): software
- Component
- Electrical system: propulsion system: hybrid management: power control unit/module (HPCU): software
- Manufacturer
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Vehicles affected
- 256,603
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2025-11-13
- Owners notified
- 2026-01-05
Defect description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the integrated control module (ICM) central processing unit (CPU) may reset while driving, causing a loss of drive power.
Safety risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will reprogram the ICM CPU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TN2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 18, 2025.