2013 Honda Accord
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2013 models.

- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- EX/EX-L Navi 2dr Coupe, EX-L V6 2dr Coupe, EX-L V6 4dr Sedan, LX Auto/Sport/EX-L/Touring 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl
- Horsepower
- 185–278 hp
- Transmission
- CVT, 6-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 30 combined · 26 city / 35 hwy
- Length
- 189–191.3 in
- Curb weight
- 3,232–3,561 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 6 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 30 MPG combined — 19% better than the average 2013 midsize car (25.3 MPG).
Watch out for
- Many owner complaints1,200 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 212 for similar models — most often about the steering.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 29 similar 2013 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2013 Honda Accord is a midsize car offered with 2 engines (2.4L 4-cyl and 3.5L 6-cyl) and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 189 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 107-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,263 lb (EX/EX-L Navi 2dr Coupe).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 30 MPG combined (26 city / 35 highway), 19% better than the 2013 midsize car average of 25.3 MPG, for an estimated $2,250 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 6 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1200 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the steering.
What changed for 2013
- Best combined MPG up from 27 to 30
Compared with 2012; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2012 Accord →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Built in: Marysville, Ohio
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2013 Accord configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX/EX-L Navi 2dr Coupe | 189 in | 72.8 in | 56.7 in | 107.1 in | 62.2 / 62.2 in | 3,263 lb | 61/39 |
| EX-L V6 2dr Coupe | 189 in | 72.8 in | 56.7 in | 107.1 in | 62.2 / 62.2 in | 3,472 lb | 62/38 |
| EX-L V6 4dr Sedan | 191.3 in | 72.8 in | 57.9 in | 109.4 in | 62.2 / 62.2 in | 3,561 lb | 62/38 |
| LX Auto/Sport/EX-L/Touring 4dr Sedan | 191.3 in | 72.8 in | 57.9 in | 109.4 in | 62.2 / 62.2 in | 3,353 lb | 61/39 |
| LX Manual 4dr Sedan | 191.3 in | 72.8 in | 57.9 in | 109.4 in | 62.2 / 62.2 in | 3,232 lb | 61/39 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accord | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 35 / 30 | +19% | $2,250 | 300 |
| Accord | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 34 / 29 | +15% | $2,300 | 307 |
| Accord | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 34 / 27 | +7% | $2,500 | 327 |
| Accord | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 33 / 25 | -1% | $2,700 | 353 |
| Accord | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 31 / 24 | -5% | $2,800 | 365 |
| Accord | 3.5L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 28 / 21 | -17% | $3,200 | 414 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2013 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2013 Honda Accord.
Similar 2013 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Honda Accord (this car) | 30 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2013 Ford Mustang | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2013 Toyota Camry | 40 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | 22 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2013 Nissan GT-R | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2013 Dodge Challenger | 21 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | 29 MPG | Not rated | 11 |
Recalls (6)
Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft · Jun 19, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V422000 · 72,256 vehicles
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013 Honda Accord vehicles equipped with a 4-cylinder engine and a continuously-variable transmission. The affected vehicles were originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The driveshaft may corrode and break, due to damage from road salt or other contaminants.
- Risk
- A broken driveshaft can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is OM2. This recall expands previous recall number 20V769.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Dec 18, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V858000 · 2,490,460 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft · Dec 10, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V769000 · 235,034 vehicles
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Accord vehicles equipped with a 4-cylinder engine and a continuously-variable transmission that were originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The drive shafts were assembled with a lubricant that may have degraded the drive shafts' protective coating, making it more susceptible to damage from road salt or other contaminants, and potentially cause it to break.
- Risk
- A broken drive shaft may cause a sudden loss of drive power. The vehicle could also roll away if the parking brake has not been applied before the vehicle has been exited. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Fix
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shafts, replacing both the left and right drive shafts, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · Jan 9, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V042000 · 691,726 vehicles
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura TSX, ZDX, Honda Accord Crosstour, Fit, Insight and Pilot vehicles, 2011-13 Acura TSX Sportswagon, 2010-2012 Honda Accord,, 2010-2011 Honda Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles and 2013 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Honda is recalling certain 2010-2012 Acura TSX, Honda Accord, Accord Crosstour, Fit and Pilot, 2010-2011 Honda Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid and CR-V, and 2010 Acura ZDX and Honda Insight vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Unless included in Zones A or B above, Honda is recalling certain 2009 Acura TSX, Honda Accord, Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid, CR-V, Fit, and Pilot vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Fix
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 16, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are B0K and L0J.
Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery · Jun 29, 2017
NHTSA campaign 17V418000 · 1,148,550 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- 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 · Jul 8, 2013
NHTSA campaign 13V297000 · 1,659 vehicles
- Problem
- American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2013 Accord vehicles that are Low-Emission Vehicle (LEV) II rated that were manufactured January 15, 2013, through April 5, 2013. The fuel tank neck may be out of specification causing the fuel pump to not properly seal to the fuel tank.
- Risk
- An insufficent seal may led to a fuel leak which increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, nut and O-ring gasket free of charge. The recall began during August 2013. Honda's recall number is JA9. Owners may contact Honda at 1-310-783-2000.
Not every 2013 Honda Accord is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2013 Honda Accord buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 6 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Steering — 459 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Electrical System — 357 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Engine — 146 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 45,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2013 Honda Accord. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Accord years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Accord | 48 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 15 |
| 2025 Accord | 48 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 120 |
| 2024 Accord | 48 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 6 | 231 |
| 2023 Accord | 48 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 9 | 232 |
| 2022 Accord | 47 | 192.1 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 316 |
| 2021 Accord | 48 | 192.1 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 293 |
| 2020 Accord | 48 | 192.1 in | Not rated | 6 | 404 |
| 2019 Accord | 48 | 192.1 in | Not rated | 6 | 792 |
| 2018 Accord | 47 | 190.2 in | Not rated | 6 | 2,013 |
| 2017 Accord | 48 | 190.2 in | Not rated | 3 | 584 |
| 2016 Accord | 30 | 190.2 in | Not rated | 4 | 612 |
| 2015 Accord | 47 | 189 in | Not rated | 6 | 638 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Honda. How we calculate this →