Quick Facts — Honda Accord
Years Made
1976–2015 (UK market)
Common Engines
2.0 & 2.4 petrol, 2.2 i-CTDI/i-DTEC diesel
6 Most Common Honda Accord Problems
These are the faults most frequently seen on the Honda Accord by UK garages and independent specialists — ranked by how commonly they occur and how serious they are.
The single most commonly reported fault on the 2.2 i-DTEC engine shared with the Accord, Civic and CR-V. The flexible EGR bypass pipe suffers thermal fatigue and cracks, producing a hissing or ticking noise, a diesel smell in the engine bay, and eventually an engine management light with power loss. Honda sells a dedicated repair kit to fix it.
💷 Typical repair cost: £250–£600
The i-DTEC diesel's DPF sits close to the turbo and can clog on cars used mainly for short journeys that don't allow proper regeneration, leading to reduced performance and a warning light.
💷 Typical repair cost: £150–£1,000
Accords from this period can show automatic gearbox wear from around 80,000–120,000 miles, with symptoms including jerky or delayed gear changes and, in severe cases, complete failure.
💷 Typical repair cost: £300–£1,800
Manual 2.2 i-DTEC Accords can develop dual-mass flywheel wear, felt as vibration through the clutch pedal or a rattling noise at idle, particularly on higher-mileage cars.
💷 Typical repair cost: £500–£900
The boot's electric locking mechanism can become unreliable on models from 2005 onwards, with the boot failing to pop open or lock properly.
💷 Typical repair cost: £80–£200
The AC compressor commonly shows faults from around 50,000–70,000 miles, resulting in weak or absent cold air.
💷 Typical repair cost: £200–£550
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Honda Accord — MOT Tips
Listen for a hissing or ticking noise from the engine bay along with a faint diesel smell — a classic symptom of a cracked EGR bypass pipe on the 2.2 i-DTEC. Diesel models will fail instantly on a lit DPF or emissions warning light. On manual diesels, listen for a heavy clutch pedal or vibration, which can point to a worn dual-mass flywheel. Test the boot's electric lock/release several times, as intermittent failure is a common advisory.
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Honda Accord Tyres
Most Honda Accord models run 215/55 R16 or 225/50 R17 tyres depending on trim and generation. Check the tyre placard inside the driver's door for the exact fitment.
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Honda Accord FAQs
Is the Honda Accord reliable?
Yes, the Accord has a strong reputation for durability and build quality. The main things to watch on used examples are diesel-specific issues — particularly EGR pipe cracking and DPF health on the 2.2 i-DTEC — rather than widespread mechanical failures.
What is the Honda Accord EGR pipe problem?
On the 2.2 i-DTEC diesel engine, the flexible EGR bypass pipe is prone to cracking from thermal fatigue, causing a hissing noise, a diesel smell and eventually an engine warning light. Honda produces a dedicated repair kit for this well-known fault.
Is the Honda Accord still available new in the UK?
No — Honda withdrew the Accord from UK sale in 2015, focusing its saloon/hatchback range on the Civic. It remains popular on the used market for its space, comfort and reliability.
How much does it cost to service a Honda Accord?
An interim service typically costs £150–£220 and a full service £250–£380 at an independent garage, with diesel models costing a little more due to DPF and EGR-related checks.
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Summary
The Honda Accord is a durable, well-engineered saloon that remains a sound used buy provided the diesel-specific weak points — EGR pipe cracking, DPF health and dual-mass flywheel wear — have been addressed. Confirm service history carefully on the 2.2 i-DTEC, as most of these issues are well known and often already resolved on higher-mileage examples.
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