2013 - 2017 Honda accord common problems (3.5L v6)

On this video I go over some of the most common issues on the 13-17 honda accord v6.

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[FourTheWheels]

Have owned a few Accords and agree that the ‘16-‘17 are the best style of any Accord. I own a ‘17 Touring V6. Fantastic engine…last of the smooth, great sounding Accord V6s. 73k miles and miraculously no warped rotors and still on original pads with some decent life left. Had both LED headlights replaced due to DRL issue plus a new infotainment head unit early on after purchasing. Easily gets 33-37 mpg on hwy. Looks like your example is a Touring version but it doesn’t have the LED headlights. Worst aspects for me include poor backup camera quality - especially at night - and just an ok stereo sound for a top trim version. Next to my S2K, my favorite Honda I’ve ever owned! Great insight into the concern areas.

[BenjaminFranklin-bftz]

I have a ‘15 EX-L V6 233K you just described all of my issues😂 timing belt tensioner, oil pump leak, transmission fluid changes, rear camera failure. Still love my Honda. Excellent video

[zuhayrali]

Honestly the biggest problem I have found with both used Toyotas and Hondas are…the previous owners. People think somehow you can just drive these cars without proper maintenance or that they can abuse it (drive roughly, brake hard, sudden acceleration, etc.) and somehow they’ll keep driving.

I’ve had a lot of experience looking for used Hondas/Toyotas. A significant majority of the issues he points out in this video are likely a result of abusive drivers. In particular, V6 Hondas seem to receive the most abuse (especially TL’s) from owners which can lead to premature timing belt failure as he mentioned in the video and hosts of others issues. Don’t rough house your car, maintain it well, and you’ll be okay.

[kjwong]

I have a 2016 v6… absolutely love the car. So far no issues, I sold the 19 inch wheels as soon as I got the car for some 17 inch ones and put some 255 tires on it. It rides so smooth and comfortable it’s incredible, best investment on these cars is a new set of good wheels and tires.

[angelcolonjr]

Also wanted to mention as a Honda owner across many gen's I hate to say I feel Honda is losing touch with their loyal brand owning customers. They are having way too many quality control issues. I still can't get over the clear coat fiasco on my 93 Accord. Starting to consider a Toyota/ Lexus for my next car.

[scarboroughnorthfoodie]

Nice example. My personal favourite Accord body type/rims. The later Touring models always catch my eyes with their LED headlights.

[jtomtl]

This generation is my favourite, very nice interior design and it’s the last generation of accord that has a J35 under the hood. No push button transmission in this generation

[robertsoreda]

Hello, Great video!!! I bought my 2017 EXL used, and love this car!!! Ones loss, was this guys gain!!! It was everything I wanted in a car! I have had a few of the issues you have explaned in your video Like the: Tenioner, front rotors, head light, plus the main head unit for the GPS went out. The issues started coming up around the 50, 000 mile mark with the tenioner knocking and the GPS head unit going out along with the driver side head lamp. The front rotors issue started around the 90, 000 mile mark. But even with all this, I wouldn't sell or trade this car in for nothing!!!! I just love the power and ride of this car!
But as another note, I also had an issue with the battery. When the battery was not bad but maybe getting old, or if I didn't drive the car for a week or so. Shortly after starting the car, I was getting a lot of issue with the on board computer giving me all kinds of warnings!! I would have to stop the car and wait a min or so and restart and then everything would be ok.
I took it in, and no one could find out what was wrong. Everything would check out, and the dealer couldn't find anything wrong. I'm not sure where I saw or read about low volt issues messing with the computer systems. So even tho the battery checked out ok, I just took it apon myself to just replace the battery and see what happens. And just like that, all the issues went away.

[gabevillarreal]

I have owned a 2015 Honda Accord EX-L V6 Coupe with the 6 speed automatic transmission for 9 years now. I have accumulated 98, 250 miles in that time and my experience is as follows:
Rotors warped and were re surfaced under warranty but that just prolonged the inevitable. I replaced all rotors and pads at 35k. I was lucky that the local dealer honored a tsb on the battery and starter right before i hit 36k on the warranty and replaced both for free. I do all my own meticulous maintenance and change my oil and filter every 5k with Full Synthetic 0w20. I do my engine air filter every 15k and cabin filter once a year. My coolant was flushed at 60k and again when i had my timing belt, water pump, timing belt tensioner, and serpentine belt done at 97, 500. I drained and filled my transmission fluid every 20k and ive done it 5 times with honda fluid. I currently am on my second set of replacement brake pads and rotors. My first replacements lasted 55k. 4 sets of tires and i run a BG44k Complete Fuel System cleaner every oul change. Spark plugs done at 97, 750! My car runs sounds amd feels like she did when i drover her off the lot. Shes been paid for for 7 years and im keeping her for another 9. I believe ive put in the time and effort to do so. Oh snd she gets hand washed only by me 60-70 times a year and waxed several times a month! Only use Top Tier Gasoline. Exxon Mobil is my favorite! ZERO ISSUES WHATSOEVER!

[MrViyasan]

One thing to also mention is that the transmission fluid is very different for the 3.5L 6AT vs the 2.4L CVT, totally different colours. So when you sign off on the order to get it changed, make sure you double check that they are using the correct one. I've had dealers almost mix this up on more than one occasion.

[JTreetop]

That musical J-Series engine sounds phenomenal. I never thought the 2.0T K Series would be a worthy replacement until I test-drove one. I still prefer the V6 if I could choose my engine.

[Orange-ypbl]

Great video .
I have a Honda accord V6 2017 sedan EXL ... solid vehicle . Got it new in 2017 . My car is actually a 9.5 gen accord . I was having engine starter issues at 50k miles . Honda recommended a changed of spark plugs ... haven't had starter issues anymore .

I installed Stoptech Rotors and pads for better stopping power . At 40k miles .
Thanks for the notice about timing belt ... ill probably get it done around 80k miles

[tobywest]

I have the '17 v6 touring. Ive had one of the front led lights replaced. I've had a few issues with not enough stopping power as I would like but they say nothing is wrong with them. 71, 000 miles on mine at this point. Also I just replaced the timing belt tensioner. Cost a little over a 1, 000 at the dealer😢. Had trans serviced twice over the 4 yrs I've owned it. All your points on the car seem spot on. Keep up the good work 👍

[angelcolonjr]

Hi Hondamobilemechanic, Thank you very much for putting out content for the 9th Gen Honda's, this video is extremely informative and very much appreciated as I come across issues with my 9th gen accord v6 with 193, 000 miles. 👍 I wish I had you working on my Accord.

[KING]

I think he’s right about the 0W 20 engine oil. I change my oil with that kind of oil and the check engine light turned on about a day or two after.

[oldtwinsna]

Knowing the auto trans is the weakest point on this vehicle, I change the auto trans fluid every engine oil change. Super easy, only adds a few extra minutes, just use the dip tube to refill with a long nose funnel. Since the reservoir is only about 1/3 of all the fluid, this rotation will keep your overall trans fluid fresh.

[MrSamPhoenix]

Beautiful car, this generation Honda Accord reminds me of the 1998-2002 generation Accord style-wise.

But I’m starting to see the V6 variant of this car everywhere now. I’m guessing people are finally able to afford the more powerful V6 versions. Power-wise, it reminds me of the 4th-Gen Acura TL… really fast 🛞 💨.

[glasscannon]

Currently own a 2013 honda accord EX-L coupe and its beautiful IMO the leather interior and i blacked out everything, the rims the trims tht were chrome are also black now and it looks amazing

[amado]

Hey brother, I love your video and you seem very knowledgeable on this type of Honda Accord. Is any rear suspension I can use to make it more firmer or higher is the rear suspension on my Accord compatible with the pilot or crossover or even Ridgeline?

[CARBONHAWK]

I still think these are the best looking accords. Body is just perfect. And that J35 🥵 if only they had those 10 speeds