2016 Honda Accord vs 2018 Honda Accord
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Honda Accord | 2018 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 603 | 1,876 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 173 | 307 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 32 | 35 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–30 | 26–47 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 38,000 mi | 24,970 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Accord | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 44 | 553 |
| Electrical System | 196 | 290 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 14 | 337 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 39 | 303 |
| Service Brakes | 30 | 249 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 165 |
| Power Train | 29 | 137 |
| Exterior Lighting | 127 | 24 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 32 | 171 |
| Won’t start | 15 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 66 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 180 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 138 |
| Overheating | 8 | 84 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 46 |
2016 Honda Accord
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.