Recall 25V422 affects 72,256 2013 Honda Accord vehicles with road-salt driveshaft corrosion. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 72,256 2013 Accord vehicles equipped with a 4-cylinder engine and continuously variable transmission because road salt or other contaminants can corrode the driveshaft until it breaks. A broken driveshaft can cause loss of drive power or rollaway in park without the parking brake, which raises the risk of a crash or injury; Honda dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The drive shaft on a 2013 Honda Accord carries engine power from the transmission to the wheels. On these recalled cars, the issue involves the right-side drive shaft assembly on 4-cylinder Accords with a continuously variable transmission. The shaft has a protective coating because it sits low on the vehicle, where water, road grit, and salt strike it during normal driving.
Honda says the shafts were assembled with a lubricant that breaks down that protective coating faster than intended. Once the coating is damaged, road debris and de-icing agents can collect around the dynamic damper area. Corrosion then weakens the shaft until it breaks, cutting power transfer through that shaft.
There is no warning sign before failure. A shaft that has already broken can leave the car unable to move under its own power, so treat any driveline noise or loss of drive as a reason to stop and arrange service.
Who's affected?
| 2013 Honda Accord | driveline |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 72,256 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2013 Honda Accord is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
A broken driveshaft can cut drive power while moving or let the Accord roll away when it is parked without the parking brake applied. Both create crash and injury risk. Use the parking brake every time you park, and schedule the inspection and needed driveshaft replacement soon. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Honda Accord is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the free driveshaft inspection and any needed driveshaft assembly replacement for corrosion that can break the driveshaft.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V422 when you call.
- Apply the parking brake every time you park until the driveshaft inspection and repair are complete.
- Call Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 with questions about recall number 25V422.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician inspects the driveshaft assemblies and replaces any driveshaft assembly that shows the recall condition. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, and the dealer repair is available now. If you've already paid out of pocket for a related driveshaft repair before the recall notice, Honda's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring your repair paperwork and receipts to the service desk, or contact Honda customer service for the claim process.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 20, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| June 20, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 7, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
| August 11, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V422?
Recall 25V422 covers 72,256 2013 Honda Accord vehicles with a 4-cylinder engine and continuously-variable transmission that were sold or registered in listed road-salt states. Road salt or contaminants can corrode the driveshaft until it breaks. Honda dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft assemblies as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2013 Honda Accord is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Accord is included in recall 25V422. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the driveshaft inspection. Reference Honda recall OM2 when you call. The dealer will replace the driveshaft assemblies as needed for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires Honda to repair this defect at no cost. A franchised Honda dealer will inspect the driveshaft assemblies and replace them as needed free of charge, regardless of where you bought the vehicle.
What is the safety risk?
A broken driveshaft can cause loss of drive power or a vehicle rollaway when the Accord is parked without the parking brake applied. Either condition increases crash or injury risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer inspection and driveshaft repair.
What if I bought my Honda Accord used?
The free repair still applies. This recall depends on the VIN and the vehicle's sale or registration history in listed road-salt states, not whether you are the first owner. Check your VIN, then call a Honda dealer with recall OM2 if your Accord is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V422000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V422 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V422000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →