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Honda Accord

EPA MPG: 27 mpg
Average Retail Price
$3,625 - $5,400

RECALL ALERT:
There are 24 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

Reliability

Overall Reliability
/ 100

We expect the 2025 Accord will be more reliable than the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2023 and 2024 models, and the Honda brand score.

The 2005 Honda Accord has been recalled 24 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
Most Common Trouble Spots
Common Trouble Spot
/ 5
Common Trouble Spot
/ 5

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2005 Honda Accord owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Catalytic converter

"My exhaust started leaking and making a loud noise"

Anonymous, MA (2005 Honda Accord LX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)
Other/unsure

"Ball joints in front suspension"

Anonymous, FL (2005 Honda Accord LX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

"Replaced starter July 2024"

Anonymous A., NC (2005 Honda Accord LX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

"Radiator leaked rapidly. Thermostat on radiator failed, drive belt frayed, burn lots of oil. rapidly."

Anonymous, DC (2005 Honda Accord LX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

"Heat sensor in the cooling system failed and needed to be replaced."

Anonymous, ON (2005 Honda Accord EX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Engine Minor

Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Engine computer

"Experienced computer failure at 129,000. Engine ran rough, fixed now."

Anonymous A., CA (2005 Honda Accord LX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)
Engine mounts

"The right front engine mount failed from age. I replaced it myself for $126"

Anonymous, FL (2005 Honda Accord EX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)
Oil leaks

"I replaced the oil pan in the winter of 2023 and the car still leaks a little oil. I think this is the result of a near 20 year old car enduring year after year of Canadian winters. I was not rustproofed during the previous ownership. There's no rustproofing that can stop it now. The chassis has become so rusted to the point of questionable structural integrity. I do not drive it unless it's for short distances in the city. That way, if there's a problem, I'm not far from home."

Anonymous, ON (2005 Honda Accord DX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Automatic climate control

"Two dashboard venting modules failed and the air conditioner has a leak."

Anonymous, CA (2005 Honda Accord EX 3.0-L V6)
Refrigerant leaks

"Began getting warm air from the air conditioner. A service station fixed the problem."

Anonymous, PA (2005 Honda Accord EX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Engine Electrical

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Spark plugs or wires failure

"Properly installed spark plugs started backing out of the engine block. Check engine light came on and code checked to be misfiring spark plug. It was found to be partially melted but was able to be replaced. Four of the six spark plugs had partially backed out of the engine block after 80000 miles since installed."

Anonymous, CA (2005 Honda Accord EX 3.0-L V6)
Starter

"a new battery and the new starter and away we went. the car even has better headlights."

Anonymous, OR (2005 Honda Accord EX 3.0-L V6)

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Regular brake failure

"My brakes were not grabbing as strong as should causing long braking distances"

Anonymous, MA (2005 Honda Accord LX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Fuel System/Emissions

Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Emission control devices (includes EGR)

"The evap errors appeared so replaced purge valve and parts to address it. After filling with gas car would not start so been problematic."

Anonymous A., DE (2005 Honda Accord EX 3.0-L V6)

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Other major engine problem

"the wire to the sensor was chewed through by a squirrel. the wire should not be exposed to the open area of the engine compartment. As it is, this could happen again and I wouldn't know it. after all the sensor controls the fuel in the engine."

Anonymous, OR (2005 Honda Accord EX 3.0-L V6)

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Interior lights

"First the left front interior light went out then the front right interior went out too. Not sure if the rear interior light is working now or not."

Anonymous A., CA (2005 Honda Accord EX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Sunroof

"Sunroof stopped working awhile back - havent tried to fix due to age of car."

Anonymous A., DE (2005 Honda Accord EX 3.0-L V6)

Paint/Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling)

"The paint is peeling away especially around the rear wheel wells and the doorjams. Again, this is due to nearly 20 years of Canadian climate where all the extremes (hot, cold, wet, dry) are in play in addition to (for the most part) terrible roads."

Anonymous, ON (2005 Honda Accord DX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Transmission Major

Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Clutch replacement

"Problem started about Feb. 4, 2024. Resolved about Feb. 14. Thew gear shifter was not working."

Anonymous, NJ (2005 Honda Accord EX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Transmission Minor

Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

/ 5

Suspension/Steering

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

/ 5

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

/ 5

Noises/Leaks

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

/ 5

Engine Cooling

Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

/ 5

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

/ 5

2005 Sedans & Hatchbacks Reliability

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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Powertrain
Engine Major
Engine Minor
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Transmission Major
Transmission Minor
Drive System
Fuel System/Emissions
Exhaust
Suspension/Steering
Brakes
Climate System
Build Quality
Electrical Accessories
Body Hardware
Paint/Trim
Noises/Leaks
In-car Electronics
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories. NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 10, 2019
If the accelerator pedal binds, the engine may not quickly return to idle after the pedal is no longer pressed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain Accelerator Pedal Assemblies part numbers 699-114 and 825-5029-1, sold as replacement parts for 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2004-2008 Acura TL and TSX, 2003-2007 Honda Accord, 2005-2006 Honda CR-V, 2007-2011 Honda Element, 2005-2008 Honda Pilot and 2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline vehicles. The rotating portion of the accelerator pedal assembly may bind. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 124, "Accelerator Control Systems."
What should you do:
Dorman will notify owners, and qualified service facilities will replace the affected accelerator pedal assemblies, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2019. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492, using option 5. Dorman's number for this recall is AS1019XXXX.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 19E068000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 3744
AIR BAGS
Jun 27, 2019
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Summary:
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2005-2012 RL, 2003-2007 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2006 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007-2008 Fit, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot, and 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
What should you do:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal airbag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are E5D and X5C.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 19V501000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1657752
AIR BAGS
Jun 27, 2019
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Summary:
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2002-2003 3.2TL, 2003-2006 MDX, 2001-2007 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2006 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot and 2006 Ridgeline vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with driver frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
What should you do:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are Q5A and Y58.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 19V499000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 3947
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