2018 Honda Accord Complaint — ENGINE (ODI 11693827)
While driving, my 2018 Honda Accord suddenly lost power and went into limp mode with no prior overheating or warning signs. The acceleration dropped instantly, and the vehicle nearly caused an accident as it seized up in traffic. Diagnostic scan showed a P0303 cylinder 3 misfire, which is consistent with head gasket fa
| Year | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Accord |
| Component(s) | ENGINE |
| ODI number | 11693827 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Date of incident | 10/03/2025 |
| Date filed | 10/16/2025 |
| Summary | While driving, my 2018 Honda Accord suddenly lost power and went into limp mode with no prior overheating or warning signs. The acceleration dropped instantly, and the vehicle nearly caused an accident as it seized up in traffic. Diagnostic scan showed a P0303 cylinder 3 misfire, which is consistent with head gasket failure. The issue has been widely reported among other Honda Accord owners with the same engine, and it appears to be a recurring defect. This failure is dangerous because the car c |
| Source | NHTSA Complaints |
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