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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1HGCV1F15JA128316 · Checked Aug 26, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 26

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1HGCV1F15JA•••••• 2018 Honda ACCORD

This build draws 2.1× more complaints than the average 2018 Honda ACCORD build (26 vs 12).

26on this build
1796on the model
145builds in total
1involved a fire
Most reported Engine 9 Service Brakes 7 Electrical System 5 Fuel System 5

What owners of this build wrote

Engine fire Mar 2019
The car engine caught fire for no apparent reason. It happened on march 28 1:30pm when I was driving on california highway 24. The car has been running on highway speed of 65 miles per hour for about 15 minutes when I first smelled something is burning. I then saw smoke coming…
Vehicle Speed Control Jan 2026
Sacramento ca , Car stopped in the middle of the highway couldn’t accelerate, won’t let me advance past 20 mph gas fuel was changed earlier in 2025 but I’m sure it’s the fuel injectors
Unknown Or Other Dec 2025
The A/C condenser on my Honda failed and leaked out all of the refrigerant, which subsequently caused the A/C compressor and related components to fail. This issue is well‑documented, and Honda has issued an extended warranty specifically for the condenser due to its known…
Electrical System Dec 2025
I purchased the car in November 2025 from Carvana. By December, all the dashboard lights came on and no one can locate the problem. The car still runs but not to its optimum performance
Service Brakes Mar 2025
Cars brake/mdoule automatically engaging. Brake light and brake system light constantly flashing. From what ive read seems to be a known issue that needs to be addressed or made a recall. This is a safety issue and can cause harm to the driver and others
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1HGCV1F15JA128316 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.