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U0401 on HONDA ACCORD

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
3
Most Affected
2018, 2020

What U0401 Means on Your HONDA ACCORD

Real HONDA ACCORD Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"The issue first appeared during my initial test drive before purchase in 2019. The salesman stated it was a low-battery issue from the car sitting on the lot. Since then, the same problem has recurred multiple times."

— 2018 HONDA ACCORD owner • POWER TRAIN,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE,LANE DEPARTURE • Filed 06/21/2019

"Began getting several alerts, when taken in to get a diagnosis I received the following error codes P0301, P0304, P0301, P0300, U0401-68 & U3003-16."

— 2018 HONDA ACCORD owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE • Filed 12/04/2023

"CMS - collision mitigation system stops working completely. 2 warning lamps on dash. Cruise control completely inoperative."

— 2020 HONDA ACCORD owner • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE • Filed 05/02/2022

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of U0401 on HONDA ACCORD

33.3%
33.3%
33.3%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2018
2
2020
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

U0401 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026