Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 Accord.
Defined mechanically by its 3.7-quart engine oil capacity and 0W-20 viscosity requirement, the 2019 Honda Accord carries 649 owner complaints and six recalls, with forward collision avoidance standing out as the primary grievance. Contextualized against the model's broader 1990 to 2022 complaint history, however, this model year sits substantially closer to the reliable end of the spectrum than the problematic 2003 apex of 2,013 complaints. This positioning means that, despite the active safety concerns, the 2019 Accord's overall reliability footprint remains comparatively sound, tracking toward the historical low of 213 complaints established by 2022.
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 47 · 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 | 192.1 in |
| Overall width | 75.2 in |
| Overall height | 57.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in |
| Curb weight | 3377 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 62.6 / 63 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1.5T EX-L Sedan 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 6.60 sec | 15.10 sec | 192 hp | FWD |
| 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 |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 3.7 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, Dot 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 2.3 qt |
| Brake Fluid | Dot 3 |
| Engine Coolant | Honda Type 2 antifreeze/coolant |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 5.2 qt |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.7 qt |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 13 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 10 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 10 ft-lbs |
| Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s) | 16.0 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 33.0 ft-lbs |
| Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s) | 16.0 ft-lbs |
| Flex or Driveplate Bolts | 55.0 ft-lbs |
| Flex or Driveplate Bolts | 55.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 242. |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Honda |
| Spark Plug Gap | .028-.030 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 16 ft-lbs |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Honda |
| Spark Plug Gap | .028-.030 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 16 ft-lbs |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Honda |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | PAG: DENSO ND-OIL 8; POE: DENSO ND-OIL 14 |
| Oil Capacity | 3.11 - 3.60 oz |
| Refrigerant | R1234yf |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 13.93 -15.70 lbs |
| Oil Group | POE |
| Oil Type | ND-11 |
| Oil Capacity | 4.00 -4.50 oz |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 57.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 64.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 73.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 80.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 55.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 62.0 |
| Engine Compression | 400 |
| Engine Compression | 400 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Rear: 18.0 ft-lbs |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | 80.0 ft-lbs |
| ABS Sensor Torque | Front: 6.0; Rear: 6.0 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 21.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 18.0 ft-lbs |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | 80.0 ft-lbs |
| ABS Sensor Torque | Front: 6.0; Rear: 6.0 |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.079 in; Rear: 0.079 in |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: .906; Rear: .315 |
| 1 | 10 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°. | 10 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 15 ft. lbs.,Step 2: 90°. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 44 inch lbs., Step 2: 29 ft. lbs., Step 3: 120°. | 44 in |
| 1 | 44 inch lbs., Step 2: 29 ft. lbs., Step 3: 120°. | 44 in |
| 1 | 30 ft. lbs. Step 2: 90°. Step 3: 90°. Step 4: If using new bolts turn an additional 90°. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 22 ft. lbs., Step 2: 40°. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 26 ft. lbs., Step 2: 41°. | 26 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 26 ft. lbs., Step 2: Turn 41°. | 26 ft. lbs |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2019 Honda Accord sits in a critical position within the 10th-generation arc (2018–2022), showing a dramatic improvement over the launch year. While the 2018 model recorded 1,799 complaints—the highest of any Accord year since 2003—the 2019 dropped to 649, a reduction of nearly two-thirds, and recalls held steady at six. This downward trend in complaints continued through 2022 (213 complaints), and technical service bulletins also declined from 297 in 2018 to 287 in 2019, suggesting that Honda quickly addressed early issues. The top complaint areas for 2019 are forward collision avoidance (72 reports), fuel system (61), and engine (57), with 24 crash-related complaints and one fire complaint—moderate figures for a modern sedan. The 2019 is the second model year of this generation, and the data indicates it benefited from refinements after a problematic first year. **Concrete takeaway:** The 2019 Accord is a strong buy among 10th-gen models, offering significantly fewer reported issues than the 2018 while still benefiting from ongoing improvements through the generation.
All 649 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 287 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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3.7 qt of 0W-20, per the factory manual.
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