2018 Honda Accord Safety Report
2018 Honda Accord Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2018 Honda Accord
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2018 Honda Accord. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (5) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (1672) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 37 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Engine | Compare engine issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2021 | Compare against the 2021 Honda Accord with 180 complaints and 3 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2019 | Check the 2019 Honda Accord before buying across this generation. |
Honda Accord Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Honda Accord years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Honda Accord | 589 | 5 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2017 Honda Accord | 507 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Honda Accord | 312 | 4 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2016 Honda Accord | 568 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Honda Accord | 180 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2015 Honda Accord | 585 | 5 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2018 Honda Accord Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2018 Honda Accord, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Engine
174 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Honda onlyForward Collision Avoidance
147 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Forward Collision Avoidance issues Honda onlyFuel System, Gasoline
128 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel System, Gasoline issues Honda onlyUnknown Or Other
114 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Honda onlyService Brakes
95 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Honda onlyFuel/Propulsion System
90 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Honda onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2018 Honda Accord
Reliability Score
The 2018 Honda Accord receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2018 Honda Accord
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2018 Honda Accord
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2018 Honda Accord:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump Honda has issued recalls for fuel pump issues in certain 2013-2023 Honda Accords, which can lead to engine failure. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System: Body Control Module: Software Honda has issued a recall for software issues in the body control module, which can cause dashboard warning lights to appear. |
Medium | Common | 2018-2020 miles |
| Service Brakes There have been reports of brake issues, but no specific recalls have been issued. |
Low | Occasional | N/A miles |
| Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System Head gasket failures have been reported, leading to engine overheating and limp mode. This issue is common in the 2018 Honda Accord. |
Medium | Common | 58k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2018 Honda Accord:
Engine issues are the most common problem, affecting 23% of vehicles.
Electrical system issues are the second most common, affecting 15% of vehicles.
Fuel system issues are the third most common, affecting 12% of vehicles.
Service brake issues are the fourth most common, affecting 9% of vehicles.
Recall Details for the 2018 Honda Accord
The following 5 recalls have been issued for the 2018 Honda Accord by NHTSA:
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.
Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
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.
Consequence: An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
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. 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.
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 c...
Consequence: Various system malfunctions such as inoperative windshield wipers, defroster, rearview camera, or exterior lighting can increase the risk of a crash.
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.
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.
Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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."
Consequence: If the rearview camera display does not show what is behind the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.
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.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2018 Honda Accord
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2018 Honda Accord with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
As soon as I got to work and put it in park I got a message on the dashboard saying “Engine Temperature Too Hot. Do Not Drive. Allow Engine To Cool”. No other warning signs were shown before this. I looked up on google what maybe it meant and to my findings it mentioned gasket and all I noticed recent complaints and claims filed with 2018 Honda accords for a known issue with these Honda accord spo...
I owned a 2018 Honda Accord,i got it new from the dealership so im the only owner of this vehicle. my headlights keep building condensations prematurely causing them to fail . I have already replaced multple headlights because of this . also when the bulbs go out honda made it where the bulbs can not be replaced at all. these headlights cost close to $1000 each plus 500 in labor to installed. ther...
Almost all of the 1.5T engines (L15BE) are having head gasket issue where the gasket slowly fails over time resulting in slow coolant loss and at one point sudden overheating causing block and head warping die to design flaw ( groove in between the cylinders resulting in lack of effective and enough surface area for the head gasket to seal the combustion chambers). It has been confirmed by Honda t...
I own a 2018 Honda Accord equipped with Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS). The vehicle has experienced multiple instances of false collision warnings and phantom braking. The issue occasionally occurs when approaching overhead interstate signs. In most cases, the system flashes brake warnings briefly and then clears. However, on one occasion during rainy conditions a few years ago, the v...
Major head gasket failure with no warning while pulling out onto a busy road. There is a major design flaw with the head gasket, no recalls or preventative notices from Honda whatsoever! My wife was put into a dangerous situation once the car went to limp mode with no warning while getting onto a busy road. Multiple lights on the dash lit up when the car entered limp mode. The car was immediately ...
The AC system on my 2018 Honda Accord 2.0T stopped blowing cold air due to refrigerant leaks in both the AC condenser and AC evaporator. The condenser is covered under Honda's warranty extension (Service Bulletin 21-018) which acknowledges a manufacturing defect where R-1234yf refrigerant corrodes the condenser tube walls. The dealer confirmed the evaporator is also leaking from the same corrosion...
While driving at highway speed, the engine suddenly stalled without warning, resulting in a complete loss of power. This created a dangerous situation as I was unable to maintain speed or safely maneuver with surrounding traffic. At the time of the incident, all electrical warning lights illuminated on the dashboard simultaneously. Prior to this event, there were no clear warnings indicating immin...
Head gasket had to be changed out. I have seen multiple cars having the same issue with this model. The vehicle sputtered and would not let me drive above 40mph. It was a safety issue when I first had it and it occurred in the freeway.
Car was jerking when acceleration. Dealer inspected the vehicle and said the head gasket is blown. It overheated a day after Honda dealership fixed my water pump.
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH in the fast lane, the vehicle experienced head gasket failure. The vehicle lost automotive power and decelerated to 5 MPH. The contact was able to pull over safely. The engine light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer the next day, where it was diagnosed with a misfire in cylinders #2 and #3, ...
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the vehicle experienced phantom braking. No warning light was illuminated during the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or a dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Transmission started bucking at 50k miles, the problem has gotten substantially worse at 60k miles. Rough downshifting and upshifting in low gears. Will slam into gears 2-3 often and cause driver and passengers to lurch forward. Will cause very rough acceleration at times and causes a danger in traffic given the speed becomes unpredictable. Transmission does not know what gear to be in even after ...
Head gasket failed at 58k miles without overheating per assessment at honda dealership. Safety was affected by going into limp mode instantly turning left onto 55 mph 4 lane road, no warning lights prior going into limp mode. Brief misfire occurred prior to incident, (did not know at time because it did not seem significant and no warning light). Dealer reports multiple 2018 honda accord 1.5L ...
My turbo and fuel injectors went out at the same time. It has been fixed, so I don't think it can be inspected My safety was put at risk. The car randomly went into limp mode on the interstate at high speeds and suddenly came to almost a complete stop Yes, it was inspected by a mechanic, everyone with a 2018 honda accords are having this issue Yes, it was inspected by a mechanic. No warning la...
Experiencing an ongoing issue where multiple warning lights appear on the dashboard at the same time. The lights include several safety and system warnings, making it look like many different systems in the vehicle are malfunctioning simultaneously. Even after repairs were made, the dashboard warning lights continue to stay on or return shortly after. It has become frustrating because the vehicle ...
While driving in a busy area with pedestrians and other vehicles, my car hard braked out of nowhere to a complete stop for no reason. I was nearly rear ended. The adaptive cruise control shuts off completely after 15 minutes in use. Says to take it to the nearest dealership. Turning off and restarting the car gets rid of the notification.
I am submitting a claim regarding a major repair needed on my 2018 Honda Accord. The vehicle was recently diagnosed at an authorized Honda dealership, where technicians determined that the engine requires a head gasket repair. I was quoted approximately $7,000 for the repair. Based on the research I have done, premature head gasket failure appears to be a known and recurring issue reported by ot...
I took my accord into Snellville GA Honda dealer for fuel pump recall and the day I received it from the service department, it started to sputtter and engine shutdown. I took back 3 times and got a different answer each time. I believe the turbo charger may have been affected from the fuel pump being bad. The latest diagnostic says it has turbo under boost issue.
Error message "Supplemental Restraint System Problem. See Your Dealer." comes on everyday. I understand this is a Honda well known issue and they refuse to recall.
After recent service from local honda dealership vehicle started to drive sluggish. Had all fluids changed and the coolant flushed when serviced at the dealership. The vehicle now displays several different alerts upon start up "Emissions systems failure" Brake system failure" Hill Assist failure" Power Steering failure". Vehicle was returned to dealership and it was determined the head gaskets...
Showing 20 of 1672 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2018 Honda Accord
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
Opened 2022-02-21 · Closed 2024-04-18
On February 21, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE22003) to assess reports of inadvertent activation of the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), an automatic emergency braking (AEB) system, in model year 2017-2019 Honda CR-V and 2018-2019 Honda Accord vehicles. The reports allege that activation of the AEB system occurs while driving with no apparent obstruction in the vehicle's forward path, resulting in sudden vehicle deceleration. Honda i...
Component: Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
Opened 2024-04-15
On February 21, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE22003) to assess reports of inadvertent activation of the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), an automatic emergency braking (AEB) system, in model year 2017-2019 Honda CR-V and 2018-2019 Honda Accord vehicles. The reports allege that activation of the AEB system occurs while driving with no apparent obstruction in the vehicle's forward path, resulting in sudden vehicle deceleration. Honda i...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2018 Honda Accord
Has the 2018 HONDA ACCORD been recalled?
Yes, the 2018 HONDA ACCORD has 5 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2018 HONDA ACCORD have?
The 2018 HONDA ACCORD has 1,672 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 33 involved crashes. 36 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2018 HONDA ACCORD?
The 2018 HONDA ACCORD received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 5/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 HONDA ACCORD?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2018 HONDA ACCORD involve engine (174 complaints), forward collision avoidance (147 complaints), fuel system, gasoline (128 complaints). Other affected components include unknown or other, service brakes, fuel/propulsion system.
How many crash reports does the 2018 HONDA ACCORD have?
There are 33 crash reports associated with the 2018 HONDA ACCORD out of 1,672 total complaints (2.0% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2018 HONDA ACCORD have?
There are 4 fire reports for the 2018 HONDA ACCORD out of 1,672 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2018 HONDA ACCORD?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2018 HONDA ACCORD.
How many injuries are reported for the 2018 HONDA ACCORD?
36 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2018 HONDA ACCORD. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2018 HONDA ACCORD?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2018 HONDA ACCORD is proceed with caution. It has 1,672 complaints, 5 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2018 HONDA ACCORD?
The components with the most failures on the 2018 HONDA ACCORD are: 1. ENGINE (174 complaints), 2. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (147 complaints), 3. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE (128 complaints), 4. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (114 complaints), 5. SERVICE BRAKES (95 complaints). ENGINE is the single most-reported problem area with 174 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2018 HONDA ACCORD?
Be cautious of engine and fuel system issues, as they are the most common and can affect safety. Regular maintenance is crucial. The 2018 HONDA ACCORD has 1,672 NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2018 HONDA ACCORD?
The 2018 HONDA ACCORD receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 1,672 owner complaints, 5 recalls, and 37 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump and Electrical System: Body Control Module: Software.
What are the known issues with the 2018 HONDA ACCORD?
Known issues with the 2018 HONDA ACCORD include: Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump, Electrical System: Body Control Module: Software, Service Brakes, Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System. These are based on patterns found across 1,672 NHTSA complaints. 5 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2018 Honda Accord?
The most common issues are engine and fuel system problems, which can affect safety.
Are there any recalls for the 2018 Honda Accord?
Yes, there are recalls for fuel pump issues, electrical system software, and service brakes.
What should I do if I experience dashboard warning lights?
Have the vehicle inspected by a professional to identify the cause and address the issue promptly.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of engine and fuel system issues, as they are the most common and can affect safety. Regular maintenance is crucial.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2018 Honda Accord
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2018 Honda Accord. The data includes 1672 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 5 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 33 reported crashes, 4 fire incidents, 36 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2018 Honda Accord an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 5 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16