2018 Honda Accord
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 2 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 56 |
| 1987 | 112 |
| 1988 | 90 |
| 1989 | 86 |
| 1990 | 193 |
| 1991 | 212 |
| 1992 | 208 |
| 1993 | 186 |
| 1994 | 395 |
| 1995 | 544 |
| 1996 | 472 |
| 1997 | 460 |
| 1998 | 1200 |
| 1999 | 1135 |
| 2000 | 1183 |
| 2001 | 921 |
| 2002 | 1050 |
| 2003 | 1987 |
| 2004 | 1016 |
| 2005 | 656 |
| 2006 | 430 |
| 2007 | 524 |
| 2008 | 1520 |
| 2009 | 722 |
| 2010 | 580 |
| 2011 | 296 |
| 2012 | 373 |
| 2013 | 1418 |
| 2014 | 977 |
| 2015 | 601 |
| 2016 | 597 |
| 2017 | 532 |
| 2018 | 1858 |
| 2019 | 671 |
| 2020 | 354 |
| 2021 | 223 |
| 2022 | 236 |
| 2023 | 85 |
| 2024 | 137 |
| 2025 | 77 |
| 2026 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
29% of complaints: engine — 542 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Issue 1: Faulty Collision Mitigation Braking System & Subsequent Crash Incident Details: In July of 2025, my vehicleâs automatic braking warning lights randomly activated and triggered an unprompted, emergency stop on [XXX]âdespite having no...
NHTSA ODI report, 20260823
Also filed under FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
When going 55 mph car started leaching back and forth aggressively followed by loss of engine power. Car decelerated to a max of 20 mph and would not accelerate past that. This caused the potential of getting rear ended in traffic.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260720
24% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 439 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I was driving slow to a 4 way st and slowly had a car pass across me so far away and it passed and all of a sudden emergency break and slam on break by itself causing the passenger in my car to hurt them self ...
NHTSA ODI report, 20231106
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
16% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 300 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
After this car was repaired by the body shop, all the automatic systems in the car started flashing and no one could figure out why.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240202
15% of complaints: electrical system — 285 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing spark plugs and instrument cluster/panel.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
MAY 13TH, 2018 DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY DOING 50-55 GOING EASTBOUND ON THE BAY BRIDGE IN SAN FRANCISCO -'OUT OF NO WHERE' THE ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE CAME ON! AND I DIDN'T PUSH NO BUTTONS!
NHTSA ODI report, 20180519
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES and AIR BAGS
Vehicle brought to Ocean Honda, Weymouth MA with complaint that HVAC system underperforming. Customer asked to replace condensor under warrany but Honda required full diagnostic ($135).
NHTSA ODI report, 20260720
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
14% of complaints: service brakes — 257 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 18V629000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 20V314000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Accord Sedan, Accord Hybrid, and 2019-2020 Insight vehicles.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 20V771000 — check if this car was fixed
Inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 23V158000 — check if this car was fixed
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...
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 23V858000 — check if this car was fixed
Inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 26V332000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2018 Honda Accord — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (542 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (439 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (300 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V629000 (back over prevention, visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V314000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V771000 (back over prevention, electrical system, exterior lighting, visibility, visibility/wiper) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V158000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V858000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V332000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2018 Honda Accord reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Honda Accord is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Honda Accord?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Honda Accord have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.