2016 Honda Accord
The 2016 Honda Accord is a midsize car, rated at 30 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 30
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $29,000
- Recalls
- 4
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Honda |
|---|---|
| Model | Accord |
| Model year | 2016 |
| Vehicle class | Midsize Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2.4 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 27 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 36 |
| Combined MPG | 30 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 292 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2100 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Accord | 29 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Accord | 24 MPG combined |
| Accord | 30 MPG combined |
| Accord | 25 MPG combined |
| Accord | 21 MPG combined |
| Accord | 27 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 27 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 36 MPG |
| Combined | 30 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 19% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $26,100
- Total interest
- $4,541
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≈ $1,340/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (4)
- FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP19V060000 · 2019-01-29
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.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's recall number for this recall is P3W. Honda's recall number for this recall is N3X.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY17V418000 · 2017-06-29
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.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensor, free of charge. Dealers will perform an interim remedy of applying adhesive to the case to prevent water intrusion. The recall began November 8, 2017. Owners may contact American Honda Customer Support Center at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KG0.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP23V858000 · 2023-12-18
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
- AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER26V332000 · 2026-05-21
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2016 Honda Accord?
The 2016 Honda Accord is EPA-rated at 30 MPG combined (27 city / 36 highway).
Is the 2016 Honda Accord reliable?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2016 Honda Accord. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2016 Honda Accord?
The 2016 Honda Accord earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Honda Accord?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 Honda Accord costs roughly $1,340 per year to fuel, or about $6,700 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2016 Honda Accord?
The 2016 Honda Accord is classified as a midsize car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC