How many engine complaints does the 2018 Honda Accord have?

NHTSA lists 661 engine complaints for the 2018 Accord, which is 35% of the 1,881 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is the engine complaint rate for the 2018 Accord unusual compared to other years?

Yes. The 35% share of complaints tied to the engine in 2018 is higher than every other model year listed, including 2013 (16%), 2016 (11%), and 2020 (23%).

Is there a recall for the 2018 Honda Accord engine?

NHTSA's data provided here lists no related recalls specifically tied to this Engine complaint category for the 2018 Accord.

At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2018 Accord?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for engine complaints on the 2018 Accord is 35,000 miles.

Did the 2018 Accord engine problems cause crashes or fires?

NHTSA data tied to this Engine complaint category on the 2018 Accord shows 13 crashes, 3 fires, and 4 injuries reported.

2018 Honda Accord Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 661 engine complaints for the 2018 Honda Accord, 35% of its 1,881 total complaints for the year — the highest engine share of any model year listed. Median mileage at failure was 35,000 miles, with reports of fires, sudden acceleration, and stalling. No related recalls are listed for this component.

Engine complaints: 661; 35% of 1,881
Crashes reported: 13
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 4
Median mileage: 35,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Some owners report the engine catching fire while the vehicle was parked or driving, with smoke coming from the engine compartment.
Owners describe sudden unintended acceleration at low speeds, including while parking or backing up, leading to crashes.
Some report the engine stalling or losing power suddenly while driving on the highway, causing loss of control.
Owners describe hearing an abnormal dragging sound from the engine before losing steering control.
One owner reported a blown head gasket and loss of power on the interstate after a dealer visit for an unrelated fuel injector recall.

When 2018 Honda Accord engine complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 19, 2017, latest Sep 23, 2026.

661 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2017 Q4 to 2026 Q3; peak 2025 Q3 (71).

Engine recalls for the 2018 Honda Accord

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Accord model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2010145 (25%)
201139 (13%)
201272 (19%)
2013230 (16%)
2014218 (22%)
2015127 (21%)
201665 (11%)
201776 (14%)
2018661 (35%)
2019209 (30%)
202085 (23%)
202145 (19%)
202243 (17%)
202314 (16%)
202415 (11%)
20254 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does the 2018 Honda Accord have?: NHTSA lists 661 engine complaints for the 2018 Accord, which is 35% of the 1,881 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is the engine complaint rate for the 2018 Accord unusual compared to other years?: Yes. The 35% share of complaints tied to the engine in 2018 is higher than every other model year listed, including 2013 (16%), 2016 (11%), and 2020 (23%).
Is there a recall for the 2018 Honda Accord engine?: NHTSA's data provided here lists no related recalls specifically tied to this Engine complaint category for the 2018 Accord.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2018 Accord?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for engine complaints on the 2018 Accord is 35,000 miles.
Did the 2018 Accord engine problems cause crashes or fires?: NHTSA data tied to this Engine complaint category on the 2018 Accord shows 13 crashes, 3 fires, and 4 injuries reported.