GradeHonda Accord Reliability Grade
Average reliability
Grade a specific Honda Accord
Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The Honda Accord earns a B- overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a B- for its engine and a B+ for its transmission. It ranks 6th of 11 midsize cars we grade. The engine (B-) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for oil-change records and have a mechanic check for leaks and oil consumption. Grades are based on 8,272 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
Honda Accord reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Best years: 2006, 2007, 2011, 2012 and 2016
Years to avoid: 2018 (blown head gasket)
Faded years are recent, so fewer complaints have come in. Their grades may change.
How long does the Honda Accord last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
Honda Accord vs. other midsize cars
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Camry | A | A- | A |
| Mazda Mazda6 | A- | A- | A- |
| Volkswagen Passat | B | A | A- |
| Nissan Maxima | A | B | A- |
| Nissan Altima | A | B | B+ |
| Honda Accord | B- | B+ | B- |
| Chrysler 200 | C+ | C+ | B- |
| Chevrolet Malibu | C+ | C | C+ |
| Kia Optima | F | C+ | C- |
| Hyundai Sonata | F | C | D |
| Ford Fusion | D | F | D |
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Is the Honda Accord reliable?
Average reliability. The Honda Accord earns a B- overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a B- for its engine and a B+ for its transmission. It ranks 6th of 11 midsize cars we grade. The engine (B-) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for oil-change records and have a mechanic check for leaks and oil consumption. Grades are based on 8,272 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a Honda Accord last?
We estimate a well-maintained Honda Accord lasts around 250,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the Honda Accord?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Honda Accord model years are 2006, 2007, 2011, 2012 and 2016.
What Honda Accord years should I avoid?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the Honda Accord years to be most careful with are 2018. The 2018 grades a D overall (engine F, transmission C), and its top engine/transmission problem is blown head gasket.
Is the Honda Accord transmission reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Honda Accord transmission a B+ (above-average reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the Honda Accord engine reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Honda Accord engine a B- (average reliability).