A large-scale recall of the Honda Accord Hybrid has begun in the United States. According to the NHTSA, 256,603 vehicles are affected by a software flaw that can cause internal modules to reboot unexpectedly while the car is in motion. That momentary reset may lead to a brief loss of propulsion and control, which the regulator views as a safety risk, reports SPEEDME.RU. Even a short hiccup at speed is enough to unsettle any driver.

The fault is purely software-related. Owners won’t have to pay for repairs—dealers will reprogram the control system at no charge. A software update is the most straightforward remedy in a case like this, and it keeps downtime to a minimum.

This is Honda’s second significant recall in November: earlier, the company pulled more than 406,000 Civics due to a defect that could lead to aluminum wheels detaching.

Honda emphasizes that updates will be rolled out promptly, and owner notifications will go out soon. The company continues to work with the NHTSA to monitor the situation and restore the safe operation of its hybrid models. Quick, clear communication from dealers should help ease concerns among Accord Hybrid owners.