2016 Honda Accord: reliability, problems and cost to own
Smart buyAbove average
It scores 74 out of 100 for reliability compared with other midsize sedans. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $11,358 to own, including $2,151 in repairs.
These are estimates, not guarantees. They come from public NHTSA complaint and recall data and EPA fuel economy, assuming 5 years of ownership and 12,000 miles a year. Change the assumptions or see how it works.
Where repair money is likely to go
Engine & cooling$1,056
Transmission & drivetrain$364
Electrical system$250
Driver-assist & stability$143
Body, glass & interior$100
Steering$87
Expected over 5 years, by area of the car.
Recalls
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front PassengerMay 22, 2026 · campaign 26V332000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine. Particulates in fuel may adhere to the internal components of the fuel pump, reducing its performance.
Electrical System › 12V/24V/48V BatteryJun 29, 2017 · campaign 17V418000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Honda Accord vehicles. The case for the battery sensor, part of the battery management system, may allow water to get in, potentially causing an electrical short.
Check whether a specific car still has open recalls with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
No. It scores 74 out of 100, one of the more reliable midsize sedans of 2015–2024.
Is the 2016 Honda Accord reliable?
It scores 74 out of 100 against other midsize sedans from 2015 to 2024, which is above average. Based on 612 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $2,151 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
How much does a 2016 Honda Accord cost to own?
About $11,358 over 5 years: $2,407 in lost value, $2,151 in repairs and $6,800 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $11,536 today.
What are the best years of the Honda Accord?
Of the years we rate, the 2023 scores best (76/100) and the 2018 worst (7/100).