Honda Accord Parts Guide: Generations, Faults and Top Parts

The Honda Accord is known for its powerful, reliable engines, but it has some well-known recurring faults: a rattling sound for a few seconds on a cold start in some 2.4L engines, vibration from the engine mounts, weak air conditioning in summer heat, and brake wear. You can browse Accord parts on the Honda Accord spare parts page.

Need a part for your Accord?

Choose your car's year on the Accord parts page to see matching parts, their prices and part types, with delivery within 2 to 4 business days and instalment payments through Tabby and Tamara.

Accord generations in Saudi Arabia

• 2008 to 2012: 2.4L four-cylinder engine and V6 engine.
• 2013 to 2017: A new generation with roughly the same engine family, with updates.
• 2018 to 2022: Smaller turbocharged engines and a completely different design.
• 2023 onwards: The current generation.

Body and lighting parts differ between each generation. Turbo engines from 2018 use different parts from the older 2.4L engines.

Common Accord faults and related parts

1. Rattling sound on a cold start

Known for it: Some 2.4L engines in older generations.

Signs: A rattling or grinding sound for one or two seconds when you first start the car in the morning, then it disappears.

Related part: The VTC unit (camshaft gear). It is better to replace it with a genuine part.

2. Vibration from the engine mounts

Signs: Noticeable vibration while stopped in D, and a knock when shifting the transmission or pulling away.

Related parts: Engine and transmission mounts. You can find them in the engine and transmission section.

3. Weak air conditioning

Signs: Lukewarm air at midday and a sound when the compressor starts.

Related parts: The compressor, condenser (A/C radiator), and cabin air filter. Read signs of a faulty A/C compressor.

4. Brakes

Brake pads and discs, especially with city driving. Read types of car brakes.

5. Suspension

Shock absorbers, control arm bushes, and stabilizer links. Read signs of faulty shock absorbers.

6. Transmission oil and automatic transmission

Signs: Jerking when shifting, or delayed gear changes.

Action: Check the transmission oil and change it according to the manual, using the recommended genuine type. Read automatic transmission oil colour.

Genuine or aftermarket parts for the Accord?

• Genuine: VTC unit, sensors, transmission oil, and brakes.
• Japanese aftermarket: Mounts, filters, and many suspension parts.
• Chinese aftermarket: Body and lighting parts.

How do you order the right part?

1. 1Choose your car's year on the Accord page.
2. 2Identify the engine: four-cylinder, V6, or turbo.
3. 3Match the part number, or order using the chassis number. Read how to order spare parts by chassis number (VIN).

For parts for other Honda models, see Honda spare parts, such as Civic, CR-V, City, Pilot, and Odyssey.

Best and worst Accord years

The Accord has a strong reputation for reliability, but some years have more reported issues. Owners of some 2008 to 2012 models report a rattling sound on a cold start from the 2.4L engine, and some V6 engines in certain generations have complaints of oil consumption. 2013 to 2017 models are generally considered among the most reliable, with regular maintenance.

Before buying a used Accord: start it with the engine cold and listen for the first two seconds, check for mount vibration while in D, and ask when the transmission oil was last changed.

Routine Accord maintenance: what really makes a difference

Honda is sensitive to oil type, so use the specification recommended in the manual, especially for modern engines. For Accord transmission oil, genuine Honda oil or oil with exactly the same specification is recommended, because the transmission is sensitive to oil type and using the wrong oil causes jerking during shifts. Filters are changed every 20,000 to 40,000 km depending on dust conditions. Mounts and brake pads depend on their condition, but do not delay replacing mounts if you notice vibration, because a faulty mount puts strain on the parts next to it.

Turbo Accord (2018 onwards): different parts

From 2018, the Accord switched to smaller turbocharged engines. These engines are powerful and economical, but they need oil of the correct specification and regular changes because the turbo operates at high temperatures. Parts such as spark plugs, sensors, and some cooling parts differ from the older 2.4L engines, so ordering by chassis number is essential here.

Why order Accord parts from Speero?

The difference between an easy and a difficult buying experience is often in the small details: does the part fit the first time? Do you know exactly what you are paying for? Can you return the part if there is a mistake? That is why the ordering experience on Speero is built around these points.

First, you choose the model and model year from the Accord page, and the parts shown are only those that fit your car, so you do not waste time on irrelevant parts. The type of every part is clearly stated, either “genuine dealer part” or “aftermarket”, along with its country of manufacture, so you can compare quality and price while knowing the difference.

After ordering, delivery covers all areas of Saudi Arabia and usually arrives within 2 to 4 business days. If the part does not fit, you can return it within 7 days according to the return policy. Payment is flexible: mada, Apple Pay, and cards, or instalments through Tabby and Tamara for expensive parts such as compressors and radiators.

If you cannot find the part you need, use request a quote: send the part name and chassis number, sellers will quote you, and you choose the most suitable option.

Frequently asked questions

What causes a rattling sound in the Accord at startup?

In some 2.4L engines, the VTC unit is usually the cause. The sound lasts for a few seconds on a cold start. Have it checked by a specialist technician.

Do 2012 Accord parts fit a 2014 model?

Most body and lighting parts do not, because 2013 marked the start of a new generation. Some mechanical parts may be shared, so match the part number.

Where can I find genuine Honda Accord spare parts?

On the Accord page on Speero, where the type of every part is stated.

Can I order Honda parts online?

Yes, with delivery within Saudi Arabia, usually in 2 to 4 business days.

What is the best Accord model?

In general, 2013 to 2017 models are considered among the most reliable, provided they are maintained regularly.

Are Accord parts expensive?

Not generally. Its parts are available as genuine and aftermarket options, and you can compare prices on the Accord page.

Can I pay for Honda parts in instalments?

Yes, through Tabby and Tamara.

Does Accord transmission oil have to be genuine?

Genuine Honda oil or oil with exactly the same specification is recommended, because the transmission is sensitive to oil type.