Automatic Emergency Braking problems of the 2013 Honda Accord

Vsa/abs module has gone bad. Loss of emergency braking.

Traction control/abs/brake lights turn on 122-11 vsa solenoid valve malfunction and 83-11 which causes pcm malfunction. This is a known problem with Honda vehicles and should be a recall. When this error occurs traction/abs/brake, ldw fcw are disabled. The fix for this is over $1000. 00.

While driving my 2013 Honda Accord sedan on the turnpike, I experienced a critical failure of the vehicle stability assist (vsa) modulator, which was later inspected and confirmed to be malfunctioning by a Honda service technician at south motors Honda. This component is available for inspection upon request. As I was traveling at approximately 65 mph, the abs (anti-lock braking system) malfunctioned, causing the brakes to lock up when I attempted to slow down for traffic ahead. This sudden loss of braking control put my safety and the safety of others at significant risk, as I nearly collided with the vehicle in front of me. The problem has been reproduced and confirmed by an independent service center. The vehicle has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance representatives. Prior to the failure, several warning lamps, including the vsa, abs, and brake lights, illuminated on the dashboard. These warning lights first appeared about a week before the incident, but I was unable to get the vehicle serviced immediately due to scheduling constraints. Additionally, the front collision warning system was not functioning, which further compromised my ability to avoid a potential accident. This malfunction was particularly concerning as it failed to alert me to the rapidly approaching vehicle ahead, exacerbating the dangerous situation caused by the abs failure.

Abs (automated breaking system) is impacted and turns on lights on my dashboard failing the following while driving (forward collision warning, tire pressure light, lane departure warning, anti-skid system) it is avaliable for testing on request. Car does not stop as it is supposed to in urgent breaking due to abs failure and puts driver and others on risk. My spouse already got in an accident due to this. Yes, after months of system failure on and off, I finally got my car inspected at a independent service center. Honda dealership costs more and are not ready to even look at it without paying, even though this seems to me a problem discussed online in many forums/sites. I called and emailed manufacturer and was turned down by requesting me to go to the Honda dealership repair which charge way more only to inspect only one issue. No other than the independent service center. Yes, there were dashboard lights of the above mentioned lights and I discussed this with Honda service team during my oil change and I was said this is driver assistance and not a safety issue. The root cause diagnosed by independent service center was abs system.

Car started to show fwc lights, ldw lights, steering warning, traction control. Inspected by two mechanics and say the codes come back to abs module defect.

Apparentlhy, many vsa modulator contol unit on the abs on the Honda Accords from 2013-2017 have failures right now. My car has the same issue. Took it to the dealership and the guy working there even said this should be a recall. A lot of the Honda Accords have been having this same issue. All the warning lights on the dash light up and its because of the bad abs module going bad. I really think Honda should take responsibility on this. It is costing me approximately $3000 to fix at the dealership since they have to make connections and bleed all brakes during swap. A number of youtube videos point to the hair thin connector to card connections as the failure point.

2013 Honda Accord experiencing a vsa modulator failure. The vsa modulator controls the anti-lock braking system, which is now not working on my vehicle. The local Honda dealers have told me this is a common failure (I checked with two different dealers). The repair cost for parts and labor is approximately $2500, with no guarantee it will not fail again. From research I found that the vsa failures are covered in later year Hondas, but not my year. I also found that other countries have forced Honda to cover these failures. I have filed a case with Honda, but the case was closed with Honda saying they would not do anything to reduce the cost of the replacement vsa modulator, which is being quoted as $2344 (for the part alone). A common safety part, such as the vsa modulator, should be replaced at little or no cost to the customer.

The vsa modulator on the 2013 ex-l manual transmission has failed. It illuminated 7 lights. Steering light, abs, fcw, brake, abs, ldw, traction control. The abs modulator internally shuts off all systems within this car. The car is not able to pass inspection because of safety issues. After looking for a used part, I realized there were many complaints on this particular make and model. I am scared to drive the car with these issues, and with 1000s of cars having the same issue with the same part, I would think Honda would correct the issue without spending $1,000’s. There were no symptoms prior. It seems that the internal soldering on the vsa modulator has been coming apart, shutting down the system.

My abs & all related braking lights on dash display pop up every now & then, on & off, & is not on permanently full time. Mechanic said it could be the module. I heard it last week on the radio about this Honda issue & said it was a safety & braking issue. I don’t see it on the recall list, but people with a 2013 Accord has many complaints about it on youtube web & various searches. This should be a recall & what are we supposed to do about this safety defect?.

The abs modulator assembly vsa for my Honda Accord lx-s coupe is failing. My dashboard has several lights on the dash indicating an issue with abs system. A mechanic (russell & smith Honda) in houston, TX inspected my car on Wednesday, June 7 and indicated that the abs system needs to be replaced. The abs modulator needs to be recalled because the wiring inside the modulator is incredibly thin. This is the only module that is failing and has this type of wiring thus creating a broken circuit. Honda should have instead created a circuit board with thicker wiring and act as a connector itself. Honda should be held responsible to creating a safer abs modulator. This is a major safety concern as it affects thousands of people owning this vehicle and increases the likelihood of a brake malfunction. This can cause accidents and it is a costly fix for consumers. I am requesting a recall on this part.

Driving vehicle and dashboard lit up like christmas. Lights included fcw, abs, lane departure, etc. Shut vehicle down and lights turned off upon starting the car, but quickly came back on and now they are on for good. I took it to the gary smith Honda in fort walton beach, florida. They ran a diagnostic check and reported code 66-11, pressure sensor circuit malfunction, vsa modulator is faulty. Dealership quoted $2,600 to fix issue. Dealer advised vehicle is not safe to drive as brakes could lock up and traction control is faulty. I looked on youtube and found this to be a wide-spreed issue with more than 10k views on each video where mechanics were discussing the issue and providing repair tips. I’m encouraging everyone in the comments to file a complaint with NHTSA as several are already on file and it appears the Honda pilot already has a recall for this exact issue.

My car abs system proplem.

I am reporting a critical safety issue with the vehicle stability assist (vsa) modulator in my 2013 Honda Accord ex. The vsa modulator has failed, causing significant safety concerns, including erratic braking behavior, a complete loss of anti-lock braking (abs) functionality, and compromised stability control. Only after avoiding near collision while driving on i5 freeway the failure illuminated various dashboard warning lights, such as the abs light, vsa light, and brake system warning light. This failure has placed me, my passengers, and other road users at risk, especially with the stop and go traffic of rush hour. Luckily it was sunny clear weather because if there was even slight wet or slippery conditions I'm certain the harm would have been disastrous. -known technical causes: failure of internal solenoids or valves in the vsa modulator unit. Corrosion or damage to electronic components within the modulator. Malfunctioning sensors associated with the abs and stability systems. -repair details: replacement of the vsa modulator unit is often necessary. Cost of repair typically ranges between $2,000 and $3,000. Many owners report delays in repairs due to part availability. -reports and complaints: numerous complaints can be found on forums, owner groups, and repair sites detailing identical failures in 2013–2017 Honda Accords. Commonly reported safety risks include increased stopping distances and difficulty maintaining control on slippery roads. Honda’s response: some owners report that Honda dealerships acknowledge the issue but do not offer repairs under warranty unless an extended warranty is in place. There is an already a recall for the vsa modulators for 2022 Accords. I believe this should be extended to their earlier models with the same issues.