2018 Honda Accord Complaint — ENGINE (ODI 11666538)
Car falls into limp mode in traffic when a misfire is detected. I have had a mechanic investigate the misfire and has determined coolant in the cylinders, indicating a blown head gasket. This is a widely reported problem with this engine and the large number of complaints indicate this is a safety issue caused by Honda
| Year | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Accord |
| Component(s) | ENGINE |
| ODI number | 11666538 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Date of incident | 06/08/2025 |
| Date filed | 06/12/2025 |
| Summary | Car falls into limp mode in traffic when a misfire is detected. I have had a mechanic investigate the misfire and has determined coolant in the cylinders, indicating a blown head gasket. This is a widely reported problem with this engine and the large number of complaints indicate this is a safety issue caused by Honda. |
| Source | NHTSA Complaints |
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