Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2010 Accord.
The 2010 Honda Accord is a passenger car in the long-running Accord family, specified with a 4.2-quart engine oil capacity and 0W-20 API viscosity. Reliability records show 579 owner complaints and 13 recalls, with air bags standing out as the top complaint area. Against the 1990-2022 model history — where complaints peaked at 2,013 for the 2003 model year and bottomed at 213 for 2022 — the 2010 lands closer to the middle of the range, making it a year researchers should note for air-bag concerns rather than overall chronic issues.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 24F · 550 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 190.9 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in |
| Overall height | 56.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.9 in |
| Curb weight | 3287 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 62.2 / 61.8 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 61/39 |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Accord of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Crosstour EX-L V-6 Hatchback 3.5L V6 | 7.20 sec | 15.60 sec | 271 hp | FWD |
| 2010 | Crosstour EX-L V-6 Hatchback 3.5l V6 | 7.20 sec | 15.60 sec | 271 hp | AWD |
| 2010 | Crosstour EX-L V-6 Hatchback 3.5L V6 | 7.30 sec | 15.60 sec | 271 hp | AWD |
| 2010 | EX Sedan 2.4L I-4 | 8.90 sec | 16.60 sec | 190 hp | FWD |
| 2009 | EX-L Sedan 2.4L I-4 | 7.50 sec | 15.90 sec | 190 hp | FWD |
| 2009 | EX Sedan 2.4L I-4 | 8.60 sec | 16.60 sec | 190 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | EX-L V-6 Coupe 3.5L V6 | 6.20 sec | 14.80 sec | 271 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | EX-L V-6 Sedan 3.5L V6 | 6.60 sec | 15.20 sec | 271 hp | FWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 4.2 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-2-5-3-6.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.5 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 2.6 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 · API |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4.2 qt |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 · API |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 54 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | in three steps: 16 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 33 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | in three steps: 16 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 33 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 16 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 23 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 16 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | 36.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 242 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | AT: 800, MT: 720 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 650 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load) | 700 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (Secondary Under Load) | 50 rpm |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | .88-.99 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 2.47-2.89 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 24F |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 550 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 51R |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 48.0 |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 57.0 |
| Engine Compression | 135 Minimum PSI. 28 Maximum variation PSI |
| Engine Compression | 135 Minimum PSI. 28 Maximum variation PSI |
| Engine Oil Pressure | 10 psi @ idle, 44 psi @ 3000 rpm psi |
| Engine Oil Pressure | 10 psi @ idle, 71 psi @ 3000 rpm psi |
| Intake Valve Lash | 0.080 in |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | 0.100-0.110 in |
| Brake Application | WITH AKEBONO CALIPER / WITH FN3 |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 37 ft-lbs / 17 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 80 ft-lbs |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 37 ft-lbs / 17 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 80 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.063; Rear: 0.040 in |
| Brake Application | WITH AKEBONO CALIPER / WITH FN3 |
| Rotor Max Parallel Variation | 0.0006 in |
| 1 | 14 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 | 14 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 36 ft. lbs., step 2: 90 | 36 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 47 ft. lbs, step 2: 60 | 47 ft. lbs |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
In the federal record, the 2010 Honda Accord logged 579 complaints, 13 recalls, 1 investigation, and 111 TSBs. This sits between the prior year’s 720 complaints, 11 recalls, and 2 investigations (2009) and the following year’s 295 complaints, 9 recalls, and 0 investigations (2011), marking a midpoint in a declining trend that began after the 2008 peak. Over the span from 1990 to 2022, complaint volumes rose sharply in the late‑1990s, peaked in 2003, fell to lows in 2006‑2007, rose again in 2008, and have been generally decreasing since, with 2010 positioned on the downward leg. The top complaint areas for 2010 are Air Bags (116), Engine (84), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (56) and Service Brakes (48), while crash‑related complaints number 37 and fire‑related complaints 6. Given its relatively low complaint and recall counts relative to surrounding years and the overall downward trend, the 2010 model represents a reasonable choice for a used Accord, though buyers should still verify the specific vehicle’s service history.
All 579 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 13 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Insight and Acura TSX and TSX Wagon, 2014-2015 Honda Crosstour and Pilot vehicles nationwide, as well as certain 2014 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer…
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2012 Honda Accord and Pilot, 2010 Accord Crosstour, 2001-2011 Civic, 2002-2011 CR-V, 2003-2004, 2006-2008 and 2011 Element, 2007 and 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2012… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2018. Owners…
Showing 5 of 111 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A18-066 | 2026-06-30 | Air Bags | Service Bulletin - Warranty Extension: Customer Support Program For Front Passenger's… |
| A21120A | 2023-06-13 | Electrical System | Service News - The navigation clock and date are incorrect. This is due to a limited GPS… |
| A21120A | 2022-01-25 | Equipment | ServiceNews Article - The clock shows the incorrect time. This issue is due to a limited… |
| APP05122020 | 2020-05-12 | Equipment | Dealer Message - The May episode of Tech2Tech is now posted. We've got some valuable… |
| A20-016 | 2020-03-10 | Air Bags | Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating… |
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4.2 qt of 0W-20 API, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 13 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.