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2016 Honda Accord - Maintenance & Specs

The 2016 Honda Accord belongs to a Honda Accord lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 42 model years, from 1981 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 3.5L, 2.4L, 2.4L I4 / 3.5L V6. It is configured as front-wheel drive with a manual 6-spd. The 2016 sits mid-run, with both earlier (1981) and later (2026) Accord model years also documented.

It takes 0W-20 full synthetic oil, 4.4 qt with a new filter meeting API SN. Fluid specs on file include Type 2 coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid, Honda ATF DW-1 transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 14 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 29 ft-lb, lug nut 80 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.

NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around exterior lighting (108), electrical system (95), unknown or other (51). A representative report reads: "The contact owns a 2016 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving in a temperature of 90 degrees Fahrenheit, there was an abnormally loud static..." There are 3 safety recalls on record; one covers: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Honda Accord vehicles. The case for the battery sensor, part of the battery....

EPA fuel economy is rated at 18 city / 28 highway MPG, 21 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $2,100.

Quick Specs

Oil viscosity0W-20
Oil typeFull Synthetic
Oil capacity (w/ filter)4.4 qt
OEM oil specAPI SN
Oil filterFram XG7317
EPA combined21 MPG
Tire size215/55R17
CoolantType 2
NHTSA overall5 / 5 stars
Open recalls on record3
Technical service bulletins125

Common Trouble Codes

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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.