2018 Honda Accord
2018

Honda
Accord

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143 hp @ 6200 rpm 212 hp @ 6200 rpm
Horsepower
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain

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Performance

Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency

143 hp
Horsepower
129 ft-lb
Torque
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Electric
Transmission
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2018 Honda Accord Hybrid interior

Efficient

Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy

Fuel TypeHybrid
Combined Efficiency5.0 - 5.1 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity48.5 L

Interior

Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality

5
Seating
473 L
Cargo
1,074 mm
Front Legroom
1,026 mm
Rear Legroom
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Climate Control

Heated Front Seats

Convenience

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Power Windows
Power Door Locks

Seating

Power Driver Seat
Lumbar Support

Technology

Advanced connectivity and intelligent features

Apple CarPlay

Android Auto

Bluetooth

AM/FM Stereo

Steering Controls

Backup Camera

Adaptive Cruise

Lane Keeping

Safety

Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers

Airbags

Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags

Stability

Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Brake Assist

Monitoring

Tire Pressure Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Rear Parking Aid

Security

Security System
Child Safety Locks
Wheel Locks
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Dimensions

Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style

Length

16 ft0.2"
4.88m

Width

6 ft3"
1.91m

Height

4 ft9.1"
1.45m

Wheelbase

9 ft3.4"
2.83m

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Colors

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Crystal Black Pearl
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Modern Steel Metallic
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Lunar Silver Metallic
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Platinum White Pearl
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Still Night Pearl
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San Marino Red
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Radiant Red Metallic
#731221
Obsidian Blue Pearl
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Kona Coffee Metallic
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Champagne Frost Pearl
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Trim Levels

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LX Manual

LX Manual

$26,590
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineIntercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Displacement1.5 L/91
Horsepower192 hp
Torque192 ft-lb
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission6-Speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity56.0 L
City8.9 L/100 km
Highway6.7 L/100 km
Combined6.7 - 8.9 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,882 mm
Width1,862 mm
Height1,450 mm
Wheelbase2,830 mm
Curb Weight1,408 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,074 mm
Rear Leg Room1,026 mm
Front Head Room1,003 mm
Rear Head Room947 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

LX CVT

LX CVT

$27,890
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineIntercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Displacement1.5 L/91
Horsepower192 hp
Torque192 ft-lb
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
TransmissionContinuously

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity56.0 L
City7.9 L/100 km
Highway6.3 L/100 km
Combined6.3 - 7.9 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,882 mm
Width1,862 mm
Height1,450 mm
Wheelbase2,830 mm
Curb Weight1,433 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,074 mm
Rear Leg Room1,026 mm
Front Head Room1,003 mm
Rear Head Room947 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

Sport Manual

Sport Manual

$29,890
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineIntercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Displacement1.5 L/91
Horsepower192 hp
Torque192 ft-lb
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission6-Speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity56.0 L
City8.9 L/100 km
Highway6.7 L/100 km
Combined6.7 - 8.9 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,882 mm
Width1,862 mm
Height1,450 mm
Wheelbase2,830 mm
Curb Weight1,447 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,074 mm
Rear Leg Room1,026 mm
Front Head Room953 mm
Rear Head Room945 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

Sport CVT

Sport CVT

$31,190
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineIntercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Displacement1.5 L/91
Horsepower192 hp
Torque192 ft-lb
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
TransmissionContinuously

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity56.0 L
City8.2 L/100 km
Highway6.8 L/100 km
Combined6.8 - 8.2 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,882 mm
Width1,862 mm
Height1,450 mm
Wheelbase2,830 mm
Curb Weight1,471 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,074 mm
Rear Leg Room1,026 mm
Front Head Room953 mm
Rear Head Room945 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

EX-L CVT

EX-L CVT

$32,590
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineIntercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Displacement1.5 L/91
Horsepower192 hp
Torque192 ft-lb
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
TransmissionContinuously

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity56.0 L
City7.9 L/100 km
Highway6.3 L/100 km
Combined6.3 - 7.9 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,882 mm
Width1,862 mm
Height1,450 mm
Wheelbase2,830 mm
Curb Weight1,462 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,074 mm
Rear Leg Room1,026 mm
Front Head Room953 mm
Rear Head Room945 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

Sport 2.0 Manual

Sport 2.0 Manual

$32,890
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineIntercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Displacement2.0 L/122
Horsepower252 hp
Torque273 ft-lb
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission6-Speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity56.0 L
City10.7 L/100 km
Highway7.3 L/100 km
Combined7.3 - 10.7 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,882 mm
Width1,862 mm
Height1,450 mm
Wheelbase2,830 mm
Curb Weight1,501 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,074 mm
Rear Leg Room1,026 mm
Front Head Room953 mm
Rear Head Room945 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

CVT

CVT

$33,090
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineGas/Electric I-4
Displacement2.0 L/122
Horsepower143 hp
Torque129 ft-lb
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
TransmissionElectric

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeHybrid
Fuel Capacity48.5 L
City5.0 L/100 km
Highway5.1 L/100 km
Combined5.0 - 5.1 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,882 mm
Width1,905 mm
Height1,450 mm
Wheelbase2,830 mm
Curb Weight1,524 kg
Ground Clearance124 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,074 mm
Rear Leg Room1,026 mm
Front Head Room1,003 mm
Rear Head Room947 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

Sport 2.0 Auto

Sport 2.0 Auto

$34,190
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineIntercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Displacement2.0 L/122
Horsepower252 hp
Torque273 ft-lb
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission10-Speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity56.0 L
City10.4 L/100 km
Highway7.4 L/100 km
Combined7.4 - 10.4 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,882 mm
Width1,862 mm
Height1,450 mm
Wheelbase2,830 mm
Curb Weight1,532 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,074 mm
Rear Leg Room1,026 mm
Front Head Room953 mm
Rear Head Room945 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

Touring CVT

Touring CVT

$35,890
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineIntercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Displacement1.5 L/91
Horsepower192 hp
Torque192 ft-lb
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
TransmissionContinuously

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity56.0 L
City8.2 L/100 km
Highway6.8 L/100 km
Combined6.8 - 8.2 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,882 mm
Width1,862 mm
Height1,450 mm
Wheelbase2,830 mm
Curb Weight1,497 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,074 mm
Rear Leg Room1,026 mm
Front Head Room953 mm
Rear Head Room945 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

Touring 2.0 Auto

Touring 2.0 Auto

$38,890
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineIntercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Displacement2.0 L/122
Horsepower252 hp
Torque273 ft-lb
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission10-Speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity56.0 L
City10.4 L/100 km
Highway7.4 L/100 km
Combined7.4 - 10.4 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,882 mm
Width1,862 mm
Height1,450 mm
Wheelbase2,830 mm
Curb Weight1,562 kg
Ground Clearance150 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,074 mm
Rear Leg Room1,026 mm
Front Head Room953 mm
Rear Head Room945 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

Touring CVT

Touring CVT

$39,790
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineGas/Electric I-4
Displacement2.0 L/122
Horsepower143 hp
Torque129 ft-lb
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
TransmissionElectric

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeHybrid
Fuel Capacity48.5 L
City5.0 L/100 km
Highway5.1 L/100 km
Combined5.0 - 5.1 L/100 km

Dimensions

Length4,882 mm
Width1,905 mm
Height1,450 mm
Wheelbase2,830 mm
Curb Weight1,553 kg
Ground Clearance124 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,074 mm
Rear Leg Room1,026 mm
Front Head Room953 mm
Rear Head Room945 mm
Cargo VolumeN/A

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

Safety Reports

109 complaints reported to NHTSA

109
Total Reports
3
Crashes
2
Injuries
1
Fires

Most Common Issues

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ENGINE
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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SERVICE BRAKES
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FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
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FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
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Recent Reports

ODI #11686086
Sep 9, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Accord. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, various warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the Lane Departure, Lane Keep Assist, ACC, and Blind Spot Detection warning lights remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the malfunction or warning lights were a result of the camera being faulty and that the camera needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 105,000.
Incident: Sep 9, 2025VIN: 1HGCV3F54JA***
ODI #11683633
Aug 28, 2025
ENGINE
The engine head gasket failed due to design flows. I have to put coolants and oil on a daily basis to keep the car running to avoid overheating.
Incident: Aug 27, 2025VIN: 1HGCV3F10JA***
ODI #11679970
Aug 11, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMENGINEFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
At approximately [XXX]. Pacific, I was traveling southbound in the fastrak lane of the [XXX] departing from Pleasant Hill, California headed to Pleasanton, California. As I began to accelerate, the engine began to sputter. Immediately, the check engine light flashed on, then the dashboard reported a number of issues ranging from brake failure, TPMS failure, power assisted steering failure, vehicle stability assist failure and a number of other issues that I have never encountered since purchasing the vehicle. The sudden deceleration almost resulted in other cars impacting my car as this occurred during the morning commute. I was able to safely navigate off of the freeway. I was on speakerphone with Honda when this occurred. Had I not acted swiftly, a potential high speed rear end collision was likely to have occurred. I immediately took the car to Concord Honda. The team at Concord Honda performed a diagnosis and advised me that my head gasket was leaking water into the combustion chamber which resulted in the sudden loss of power. I was and continue to be dissatisfied with the handling of this issue by Honda as my car has never been handled by another mechanic. My car has a perfect or near perfect maintenance record and should not have a blown head gasket at 80k miles especially since my car is meticulously maintained and serviced by Concord Honda. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Incident: Aug 11, 2025VIN: 1HGCV3F12JA***
ODI #11668985
Jun 24, 2025
SERVICE BRAKESFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
when i am driving in an area near my home with road construction- there is a certain area that has a metal plate in the road and when i approach in from the east my car will automatically brake hard. luckily this has not caused an accident but i suspect that it may because it is a busy road.
Incident: Jun 24, 2025VIN: 1HGCV3F44JA***
ODI #11655397
Apr 18, 2025
ENGINE
Subject: Safety Complaint – Premature Head Gasket Failure in 2018 Honda Accord Hybrid (VIN: [XXX] ) Dear NHTSA Representative, I am submitting this letter as a formal complaint regarding a serious and premature mechanical failure in my 2018 Honda Accord Hybrid (VIN: [XXX] ). At approximately 96,000 miles, the head gasket failed, resulting in major engine problems and potentially unsafe vehicle performance. I am the original owner of this vehicle and have maintained it consistently in line with Honda’s recommended service intervals. The engine has never been overheated or misused, yet the head gasket has failed much earlier than expected for a modern vehicle, especially a hybrid model. After researching online, I have found multiple reports of similar issues involving 2018 Honda Accord models experiencing premature head gasket failure, many of them under or near 100,000 miles. I am concerned that this may point to a widespread defect that could compromise the reliability and safety of these vehicles. A sudden head gasket failure can cause the engine to overheat, lose power, or even stall — all of which present potential risks to the driver and passengers, especially at highway speeds. I respectfully request that the NHTSA investigate this issue further to determine whether a safety-related defect exists and if a recall or manufacturer action should be issued. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Please feel free to contact me if any additional information is needed to support the investigation. Sincerely, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Incident: Apr 15, 2025VIN: 1HGCV3F49JA***
ODI #11642998
Feb 16, 2025
ENGINE
About two weeks ago, I could have been killed on the New York State Thruway when my 2018 Honda Accord suddenly lost all power. One moment, I was driving normally—then, without warning, my check engine light came on, I had zero ability to accelerate and was forced to pull over as my car rapidly lost speed. II had my vehicle towed to Morehead Honda where they ran diagnostics and told me my car needed nearly $6,000 in repairs due to coolant leaking into the engine, which caused cylinder misfires and valve damage. But here’s the kicker—this same issue has happened to other Honda Accords of the same model year, yet Honda refuses to recognize it as a widespread problem. Morehead Honda admitted to me that they’ve seen this issue before in other 2018-2020 Honda Accords and 2017-2018 CR-Vs. In fact, they said Honda quietly fixed the problem in newer models (2021+)—but they still won’t acknowledge it as a defect in mine. That means my engine failure is not some one-in-a-million fluke—it’s something that has happened to multiple owners of the same model and year. But Honda refuses to take responsibility, leaving me on the hook for an absurdly expensive repair. Many others have had the same or similar issues. Below are some: 2017-2020 Honda Accord owners who have reported coolant leaks, cylinder head cracks, head gasket failures, or related issues: 2018 Accord 2.0T owner blew a head gasket, with a potential cracked engine block. The dealership diagnosed the issue on cylinder #3, with coolant mixing into the engine oil. A 2018 Accord EX-L 2.0T owner experienced a coolant loss leading to a blown head gasket and coolant leaking into cylinders 2 and 3. A 2018 Accord 1.5T owner had dashboard warnings and the car failed to accelerate. The dealership diagnosed a blown head gasket, with coolant leaking into cylinders 3 and 4. A 2020 Honda Accord owner suffered a blown head gasket at 58,000 miles. The dealership confirmed it was the fourth such case they had seen.
Incident: Jan 18, 2025VIN: 1HGCV3F13JA***
ODI #11642798
Feb 14, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
DEFECTIVE RECALLED-REPLACEMENT FUEL PUMP? NHTSA Campaign # 23V858000 “Fuel pump failure can cause engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.” My 2018 Honda Accord Hybrid had gotten 50 mpg in September & October of 2024 – as it had been getting consistently, reliably for the past six years. Also, I have Always driven 545 miles per tank of gas consistently, reliably for the past six years. My original fuel pump, which was recalled (NHTSA #23V858000), NEVER failed and operated perfectly efficiently for six years. In December 2024 I observed the NHTSA fuel-pump-recall and had the “perfect” original fuel pump replaced. As soon as the “New” fuel pump was installed at the dealership, my MPG dropped to 39mpg AND miles-driven-per-tank of gas dropped to 445 miles! Shocking! My 2018 Accord Hybrid lost 100 miles of driving Range, and mpg dropped to non-hybrid performance! This leaves me to question the SAFETY of the NEW Recall-Replacement fuel pump. Also, since the “New” replacement Fuel pump was installed, my High-Voltage Lithium-Ion Battery Pack has been “kicking-in” more frequently to assist the less efficient new fuel pump. This causes the gas engine to rev longer at high rpms whenever I start the car in order to constantly recharge the HV Lithium Ion Batteries that must assist the less efficient New fuel pump . It appears to be a precarious cycle of decline for both the fuel pump and HVLI batteries! Help! I would like NHTSA to determine: 1.Is the replacement fuel pump “failing” from the time of installation? 2.Was a “new” fuel pump actually installed, or was a “defective part replaced in the original recalled fuel pump? 3.Is the replacement fuel pump not designed technologically as the original fuel pump? 4.How SAFE is the “NEW Fuel Pump”? 5.Are other Honda Hybrid owners who had their fuel pumps replaced under # 23V858000 complaining of poor performance? Is this a serious indication of rapid replacement (New) fuel pump failure?
Incident: Feb 14, 2025VIN: 1HGCV3F43JA***
ODI #11640533
Feb 3, 2025
SEAT BELTS
On 2/3/25 a warning light came on in my 2018 Honda Accord Hybrid while driving home (supplemental restraint system problem, see your dealer). I immediately called the Honda dealer where I get my car serviced to explain the problem. I was told I would need to bring the car in and pay $200 for a diagnostic and they would have to keep the car for a few days. Well I know the problem, MY DRIVER SEATBELT NO LONGER LOCKS WHEN I HIT THE BRAKES. I TESTED IT THE WHOLE 1 HOUR DRIVE HOME. I then called Honda Customer service and they were closed. However they did mention the car I have based on my phone number and said there were no recalls. I was in a panic driving home from work for an hour with no fully functioning seat belt. I went online and there is a seat belt recall on Honda cars but apparently not the year mine was made. I bought my car brand new, it's only 6 years old and I expect to have functioning seatbelts. I also do not expect to pay out of pocket for ANY DIAGNOSTIC COST WHEN MY SEAT BELT CLEARLY NO LONGER FUNCTIONS AS IT SHOULD. I would like this information reported to Honda ASAP. I do not have a second car and I'm in a panic about having to drive to work. Please HELP ME. I will also try again to call Honda corporate office tomorrow.
Incident: Feb 3, 2025VIN: 1HGCV3F1XJA***

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