Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 Accord.
The 2018 Honda Accord is a passenger car that takes 5.0 quarts of 0W-20 API engine oil. With 1,799 total owner complaints and six recalls, its most reported issue area is the engine. In the broader complaint history spanning 1990 through 2022, the 2018 model year falls well below the peak of 2,013 complaints seen in 2003 but remains above the 213-complaint low recorded for 2022, positioning it in the middle of the model's long-term reliability spectrum.
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 48 · 500 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 | 190.2 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in |
| Overall height | 56.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in |
| Curb weight | 3263 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 62.2 / 62.2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 2.0T Touring Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.50 sec | 14.10 sec | 252 hp | FWD |
| 2018 | 2.0T EX-L Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.70 sec | 14.30 sec | 252 hp | FWD |
| 2018 | 2.0T Touring Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.70 sec | 14.30 sec | 252 hp | FWD |
| 2018 | 2.0T Touring Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.80 sec | 14.40 sec | 252 hp | FWD |
| 2018 | 2.0T Sport Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.10 sec | 14.70 sec | 252 hp | FWD |
| 2018 | 2.0T Sport Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.20 sec | 14.80 sec | 252 hp | FWD |
| 2018 | 2.0T Touring Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.50 sec | 14.80 sec | 252 hp | FWD |
| 2018 | Hybrid Touring Sedan 2.0L I-4 + Elec 1.1-kWh | 6.70 sec | 15.40 sec | 212 hp | FWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 5.0 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.7 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Engine Coolant | Use Honda Type 2 Antifreeze |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 5.0 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 · API |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 5.0 qt |
| Power Steering Fluid | Use Honda part number 08206-9002 |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 13.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) | 85.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) | Gear: 41.0 ft-lbs, VCT: 85.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 720 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load) | 720 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (Secondary Under Load) | 50 rpm |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Honda |
| Spark Plug Gap | .039 - .043 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 16 ft-lbs |
| Oil Type | R-1234yf: Denso ND-14 |
| Oil Capacity | 7.00-7.20 oz. |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 48 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 500 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 47 |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 48 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 57.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 59.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 73.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 80.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 57.0 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 64.0 psi |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 57.0-64.0 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 73.0 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 21; Rear: 18 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | 80 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 21; Rear: 18 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | 80 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: .906; Rear: .315 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | .0006 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .0016 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: .906; Rear: .315 |
| 1 | 48.0 inch lbs. | 48 in |
| 2 | 144.0 inch lbs. | 144 in |
| 1 | 10.0 ft. lbs. | 10 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90.0 | |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90.0 | |
| 1 | 27.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 degrees. When a new crankshaft or pulley bolt is installed: Step 1: Torque to 133 ft. lbs., Step 2: Remove bolt., Step 3: 29.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 94 | 27 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 37.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 degrees. When a new bolt is used: Step 1: 133 ft. lbs., Step 2: Remove and torque 37.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90 | 37 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 52 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 | 52 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 37 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 degrees. Step for New Bolts: Step 1: 133 ft. lbs., Step 2: Remove and Torque 37 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90 | 37 ft. lbs |
Prep New Bolts: Step 1: 22 ft. lbs.
| 2 | Turn 165 degrees. Old Bolts: Step 1: 22 ft. lbs. | 165 degrees |
| 2 | Turn 140 | |
Prep New Bolts: Step 1: 30 ft. lbs.
| 2 | Turn 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | Turn 90 degrees. Old Bolts: Step 1: 30 ft. lbs. | 90 degrees |
| 2 | Turn 80 degrees | 80 degrees |
| 3 | Turn 80 | |
| 1 | All bolts 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | Journal bolts 1, 2, 4 and 5 | 22 degrees |
| 3 | 32.0 | |
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 40.0 | |
Prep Bearing cap bolts:
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 27.0 degrees; 8MM bolts: 16.0 | 27 degrees |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2018 Honda Accord represents a significant spike in federal records, recording 1,799 complaints and 297 TSBs compared to only 526 complaints and 94 TSBs in 2017. This volume of issues dropped sharply in subsequent years, with 2019 seeing 649 complaints and 2020 falling further to 336. For the 2018 model, the most frequent complaint areas were the engine (227), forward collision avoidance (148), and the gasoline fuel system (131). While recalls remained stable at 6—matching the 2019 figure—the 2018 model saw 2 investigations and recorded 34 crash complaints and 4 fire complaints. Because 2018 is a clear outlier with the highest complaint and TSB volume of its immediate generation, it is not a recommended year to buy.
All 1,799 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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… 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…
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… 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…
Showing 5 of 297 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATS30025 | 2025-12-19 | Electrical System | Tech Line Summary - Customers who have purchased the Accessory CarPlay /Android Auto… |
| APS&12192025902 | 2025-12-19 | Electrical System | Dealer Message - Some customers have reported a pop-up message on the audio unit display… |
| AAR12192025901 | 2025-12-19 | Electrical System | Dealer Message - Some customers have reported a pop-up message on the audio unit display… |
| A25-074 | 2025-07-28 | Engine | Service Bulletin - Oil leak at timing chain tensioner inspection cover due to possible… |
| A20030B | 2025-06-06 | Structure | Service News - From our investigation, we've found the reason could be customers are… |
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5.0 qt of 0W-20 API, per the factory manual.
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