Software Flaw Causes Power Loss in Honda Accord Hybrid recall

Honda Accord Hybrid recall Issued for 256,603 Units Over Sudden Power Loss

America’s staple sedan is now under a massive safety action. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced an urgent Honda Accord Hybrid recall affecting 256,603 units of the 2023 through 2025 model years. The serious issue stems from a software fault that can trigger an unexpected loss of drive power while the vehicle is moving.

The automaker has already received 832 warranty claims related to the defect, which is significant enough that Honda has issued a safety recall to address the risk of unexpected stalling during daily use. The good news is the fix is simple, quick, and free.

Here is a look at what is causing the problem and what affected owners should do.

Key Recall Facts

The recall targets the most recent generations of the hybrid sedan, which were built over a nearly three-year period.

What’s Causing the Stalling Problem

The fault stems from incorrect software programming within the car’s Integrated Control Module (ICM), an essential component for managing power delivery.

The supplier failed to fully account for specific component specifications during software development. As a result, the ICM misinterprets internal communication errors (which are heightened by the module’s electrical load) as critical CPU failures. This false reading forces an unintended CPU reset, which temporarily cuts off power to the wheels, leading to a loss of drive power.

Honda reports no injuries connected to the defect, but the safety risk remains high when operating the vehicle in traffic or during maneuvers.

The Free Fix

For owners of a 2023–2025 Accord Hybrid, the remedy is straightforward: the dealer will reprogram the ICM with the corrected software package. This fix takes little time and is available free of charge.

Honda has already updated production with the revised software since late October 2025. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed on January 5, 2026. Owners can also check the NHTSA or Honda’s recall website using their VIN once the rollout begins. Owners are strongly advised to schedule a dealership visit as soon as they receive the notice to address the sudden power loss risk.

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