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    Honda Accord

    EPA MPG: 33 mpg

    RECALL ALERT:
    There are 5 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

    Reliability

    Overall Reliability

    The 2018 Accord has about average reliability compared to other cars from the same model year.

    The 2018 Honda Accord has been recalled 5 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
    Most Common Trouble Spots
    Common Trouble Spot
    Common Trouble Spot

    Owner Reported Trouble Spots

    The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2018 Honda Accord owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

    Climate System

    AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

    What Owners Say

    A/C compressor

    "no coolant, leak in system"

    Anonymous, 99 (2018 Honda Accord EX-L 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Known problem by Honda. No charge to repair."

    Anonymous, (2018 Honda Accord EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Known defect by Honda. No charge to repair."

    Anonymous, (2018 Honda Accord LX 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Air conditioner stopped blowing cold air due to compressor leak."

    Anonymous, IL (2018 Honda Accord Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "AC compressor broke and Honda did cover it even though it was not under warranty."

    Anonymous, MA (2018 Honda Accord Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Detected while fuel pump replaced. Covered under warranty and repaired at no cost to me."

    Anonymous, CA (2018 Honda Accord LX 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    ""My AC stopped putting out cold aid on the drivers side of the vehicle. The passenger side worked fine. After researching the issue, I found out there was a recall on my car for the AC. AC was replaced free of charge.""

    Anonymous A., FL (2018 Honda Accord Touring 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Condenser

    "There was a Freon leak from the condenser. The dealer was able to cover the repair as there was a non advertised extended warranty from Honda on the part."

    Anonymous A., PA (2018 Honda Accord Sport 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Condenser failed and the AC did not blow cool air. Honda did extend the original owner's warranty to cover the condenser. The repair did not cost me any money."

    Anonymous A., CA (2018 Honda Accord EX-L 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Other climate system problem

    ""The mechanic who works on Hondas regularly basically said that these particular Hondas tend to have air conditioning problems on a more regular basis. About 1 1/2 years ago, I took my Honda to this mechanic to be fixed and basically because of the coolant that is now required and used in these Hondas, it easily goes down and that was the main problem that there was no more coolant. However, that was after 5 1/2 years. Now, it again is not cooling so it could be a leak, probably not the compressor they said, but some other issue as well as the difficult coolant that is used.""

    Anonymous, CA (2018 Honda Accord LX 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Refrigerant leaks

    "AC stopped blowing (as) cold in April 2025. In May 2025 I took it in and they did a evacuate and recharge with dye to test determine where the leak is."

    Anonymous, TX (2018 Honda Accord Sport 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Fuel System/Emissions

    Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

    What Owners Say

    Fuel injection system

    ""One Saturday morning, with no advance warning, the check engine light and all other warning lights (including brake system failure) came on. Because my local Honda dealer was closed, I took it to AutoZone for diagnostics. The found a cylinder 1 misfire, and suspected an ignition coil. I took it to the dealer on Monday, which confirmed the misfire and fuel/air mixture problems in other cylinders, due to bad fuel injectors. Dealer replaced all 4 fuel injectors, and charged only 20% of normal cost because car age was only 4 months beyond 84 month emissions systems warranty, and only half the 70,000 mile limit""

    Anonymous A., NY (2018 Honda Accord Touring 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "I had to replace all 6 fuel injectors in January of 2025"

    Anonymous A., TN (2018 Honda Accord Sport 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Carbon buildup on fuel injectors resolved by honda dealer"

    Anonymous A., ON (2018 Honda Accord Touring 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Fuel pump

    "Recall"

    Anonymous, NE (2018 Honda Accord Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Safety recall for fuel pump failure"

    Anonymous, CA (2018 Honda Accord Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Maufacturer recall -- replaced at no cost"

    Anonymous, CA (2018 Honda Accord LX 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "This was a recall that took 18 months to fix. Didnt seem top priority for them."

    Anonymous A., CA (2018 Honda Accord EX-L 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "had to replace fuel filer, engine fuel pump and pump in gas tank"

    Anonymous A., MO (2018 Honda Accord EX-L 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Fuel Pump was recalled by Honda."

    Anonymous, MA (2018 Honda Accord Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Brakes

    Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

    What Owners Say

    Premature brake wear

    ""There was premature brake wear that was part of a recall. Then, about a year or two later their was premature wear on the other side. I think it is important to note that I do not "ride" the brakes and I do not drive that many miles. The premature wear was very different that the wear on the other two Hondas I have owned.""

    Anonymous, FL (2018 Honda Accord Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "It seems the brake where not factory set properly."

    Anonymous A., PA (2018 Honda Accord EX Unsure)
    Pulsation or vibration

    "On steep inclines, car shakes when brakes applied"

    Anonymous, TX (2018 Honda Accord EX Unsure)
    Rotors

    "The brake pads wore out to fast and scored the rotors deep."

    Anonymous A., PA (2018 Honda Accord EX Unsure)
    Squeaking

    "Everytime we put the car in motion the brakes squeal for the first 2-5 times you touch the brake pedal and then they are fine. Had it checked out by local Honda dealer who didn't find anything wrong and indicated this model has had that as a chronic problem. The brakes always worked fine...just made a howling noise."

    Anonymous, WY (2018 Honda Accord EX-L 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Engine Major

    Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

    What Owners Say

    Cylinder head

    ""Had 100,000 mile scheduled maintenance done early December. On 12/26 drove from Madison? WI to Lexington, KY for a week. Left there for Ashville, NC. The next morning started car to go to SC and the belt began screaming and all dash warnings lit up and warned not to drive the car. This was Friday of New Yesrs week. Tok hours to find Honda dealer & tow. Problem traced to 100,000 mole maintenance. Head gasket not put on properly and a head bolt was broken resulting in thr spilling of oil on the serpentine belt, which shredded it. Honda garage at home accepted photos and reimbursed us for repair and tow""

    Anonymous A., WI (2018 Honda Accord LX 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Head gasket

    "First Honda I've ever owned with major problem with this kind of milage. $7000 repair bill at dealer"

    Anonymous, TN (2018 Honda Accord EX-L 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Timing belt or chain

    "Related to previous incident already shared."

    Anonymous A., WI (2018 Honda Accord LX 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Turbo or supercharger

    ""Replaced turbo at 100000 miles, system indicated waste gate problem, did not exist, still have the same warning lights come on and off, Honda dealer is not responsive to problem.""

    Anonymous, IA (2018 Honda Accord EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Exhaust

    Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Other/unsure

    "Replaced battery"

    Anonymous A., MA (2018 Honda Accord EX-L 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Passive alarm system"

    Anonymous A., NY (2018 Honda Accord EX-L 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "The underside protective shield has fallen off 2 times in the past year and had to be reattached. The car sits much lower than my 2005 Accord and that is a minus."

    Anonymous, FL (2018 Honda Accord Unsure 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    In-car Electronics

    Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

    What Owners Say

    Android Auto

    "Can't get it to work"

    Anonymous A., TN (2018 Honda Accord Sport 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Apple CarPlay

    ""I paid a couple hundred dollars to add software to make Apple Car Play wireless. Sometimes it works, sometimes the car and phone wont work together wired or wireless. Very intermittent.""

    Anonymous A., CA (2018 Honda Accord Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Backup or other camera/sensors

    "Camera failed and was replaced. Cost was exorbitant for a relatively inexpensive part"

    Anonymous, NC (2018 Honda Accord LX 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Transmission Minor

    Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Rough shifting

    ""10 speed automatic was smooth as can be until about a year ago. Now sudden downshifts, upshifts when letting up on or pressing accelerator. Dealer charged a few hundred to service transmission, but no change, still rough.""

    Anonymous A., CA (2018 Honda Accord Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    ""Occasionally, it seems the shifter can't decide what gear it wants to go into and it makes an awkward downshift.""

    Anonymous, MO (2018 Honda Accord Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Transmission Major

    Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

    What Owners Say

    Transmission rebuild or replacement

    ""I had a total transmission failure requiring a replacement. Since it was a CVT, my cost was $6,500. Terrible as I had recently had my car serviced at a Honda dealership, and they said everything looked good. At the time of the failure, I had no transmission fluid and no leaks were found.""

    Anonymous A., FL (2018 Honda Accord Touring 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Suspension/Steering

    Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

    What Owners Say

    Tie rods

    "It started about 3 months ago and I had to replace it last month."

    Anonymous A., PA (2018 Honda Accord EX-L 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Electrical Accessories

    Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

    What Owners Say

    Exterior lights (other than headlights)

    ""The front driver side turn signal went out. To replace the turn signal the whole headlight assembly had to be replaced. The estimate to replace it was $1,600. The front end of the vehicle had to be taken apart to replace the headlight assembly. For something that in the past was a cheap fix a vehicle owner could do themselves to one that costs $1,600 and requires the front end of the vehicle to be taken off shows that Hondas engineering has gone down the drain. I have owned 5 Hondas over the years. I dont think Ill be buying another one.""

    Anonymous, WI (2018 Honda Accord Touring 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Engine Cooling

    Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

    Paint/Trim

    Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

    Drive System

    Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

    Engine Electrical

    Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

    Noises/Leaks

    Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

    Engine Minor

    Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

    Body Hardware

    Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

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    POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
    Powertrain
    Engine Major
    Engine Minor
    Engine Cooling
    Engine Electrical
    Transmission Major
    Transmission Minor
    Drive System
    Fuel System/Emissions
    Exhaust
    Suspension/Steering
    Brakes
    Climate System
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    In-car Electronics
    Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes, to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
    Recalls
    PROVIDED BY
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
    Dec 18, 2023
    Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Summary:
    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
    What should you do:
    Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 23V858000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 2490460
    SEAT BELTS
    Mar 09, 2023
    An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
    Summary:
    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2020 CR-V, 2018-2019 Accord and Accord Hybrid, 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019 Insight, and 2019-2020 Acura RDX vehicles. A manufacturing issue with the front seat belts may cause the seat belt buckle channel to interfere with the release button, preventing the seat belt buckle from latching.
    What should you do:
    Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD, LD9. TDF, FDG, ODH, YDI, ZDE.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 23V158000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 448613
    BACK OVER PREVENTION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY, VISIBILITY/WIPER
    Dec 10, 2020
    Various system malfunctions such as inoperative windshield wipers, defroster, rearview camera, or exterior lighting can increase the risk of a crash.
    Summary:
    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Accord Sedan, Accord Hybrid, and 2019-2020 Insight vehicles. A software error may cause intermittent or continuous disruptions in communication between the Body Control Module (BCM) and other components. This may result in malfunctions of various systems such as the windshield wipers and defroster, rearview camera, exterior lights, audible warning of a stopped vehicle, and power window operation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems" and number 111, "Rear Visibility" as well as FMVSS numbers 104, 108, 114, 118, and 305.
    What should you do:
    Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the BCM software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 22, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is X95.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 20V771000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 737233
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
    May 28, 2020
    If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Summary:
    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
    What should you do:
    Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 20V314000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 135995
    BACK OVER PREVENTION, VISIBILITY
    Sep 13, 2018
    If the rearview camera display does not show what is behind the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.
    Summary:
    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Accord and 2019 Honda Insight vehicles. In certain scenarios, the back-up camera center display may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
    What should you do:
    Honda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the display audio unit software, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are K2G and V2F.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 18V629000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 232140
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