2018 Honda Accord Problems
What owners have reported about the 2018 Honda Accord, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Is the 2018 Honda Accord a good year?
It's one of the worst years for the Accord. Owners have filed 1,891 complaints with NHTSA, the 1st most of 18 Accord model years. The most reported problems involve the engine, fuel system and emergency braking system.
1,891 complaints 6 recalls, 1 crash risk 1st worst of 18 Accord years
Top 2018 Honda Accord problems
Engine problems
583 complaints (31%) name the engine, most often the turbo / supercharger and engine control module (ECU / ECM).
Fuel system problems
475 complaints (25%) name the fuel system, most often the fuel pump and delivery.
Emergency braking problems
340 complaints (18%) name the emergency braking system, most often the automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
Electrical problems
296 complaints (16%) name the electrical system, most often the spark plugs and instrument cluster / panel.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (590 of 1,891). The amber line is the middle value, about 23,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2018 Honda Accord recalls
Front passenger
The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash. Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK.
Recall 26V332000 · May 2026Fuel pump
Can stallThe fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD.
Recall 23V858000 · Dec 2023Buckle assembly
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. An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD, LD9.
Recall 23V158000 · Mar 2023Software error can disable wipers and rear camera
Crash riskA software fault can intermittently cut communication between the Body Control Module and other parts, causing the windshield wipers, defroster, rearview camera, exterior lights, and power windows to malfunction. Losing these systems raises the risk of a crash.
Fix: The dealer will update the Body Control Module software free of charge.
Recall 20V771000 · Dec 2020Fuel pump may fail and stall engine
Can stallThe low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank can fail. If it does, the engine can stop while you are driving, which raises the risk of a crash.
Fix: A dealer will replace the fuel pump assembly free of charge, and Honda will notify you by mail.
Recall 20V314000 · May 2020Rearview mirrors / devices, Camera
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." If the rearview camera display does not show what is behind the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the display audio unit software, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are K2G and V2F.
Recall 18V629000 · Sep 2018Get an email when your 2018 Honda Accord gets a new recall
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Accord years to avoid
Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.
2018 Honda Accord problems by system
Common questions
Is the 2018 Honda Accord a reliable year?
It's one of the worst years for the Accord. Owners have filed 1,891 complaints with NHTSA, the 1st most of 18 Accord model years. The most reported problems involve the engine, fuel system and emergency braking system.
What are the most common 2018 Honda Accord problems?
Owners most often report problems with the engine, fuel system, emergency braking system and electrical system. 583 complaints (31%) name the engine, most often the turbo / supercharger and engine control module (ECU / ECM).
At what mileage do 2018 Honda Accord engine problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 26,000–107,000 miles, with a middle value near 73,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2018 Honda Accord have?
6. Front passenger (26V332000); Fuel pump (23V858000); Buckle assembly (23V158000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2018 Honda Accord?
Ask for service records covering the engine, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2023, 2025 and 2024 models, which have the fewest complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.