2008 Honda Accord problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What is the 2008 Honda Accord safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2008 Honda Accord crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

Q: What gas mileage does the 2008 Honda Accord get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Honda Accord at about 24 mpg combined (21 city / 30 highway).

Q: How much is a 2008 Honda Accord worth?

Comparable 2008 Honda Accord listings run roughly $5,900–$10,750, typically around $8,289 (from 638 vehicles).

2008 Honda Accord at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints1,520

Combined24 mpg

Typical price$8,289

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2008 Honda Accord recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2008 Honda Accord.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2008 Honda Accord common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 1,520 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Tires

Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

Equipment

Test all accessories — sunroof, climate, seats, electronics — for proper operation.

2008 Honda Accord safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2008 Honda Accord 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2008 Honda Accord MPG & running costs

Combined24 mpg

City21 mpg

Highway30 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,600

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2008 Honda Accord worth?

Low

$5,900

Typical price

$8,289

High

$10,750

From 638 comparable 2008 Honda Accord listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Honda Accord costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,000

Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,850

Total$17,850

Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($8,289) with the same model 5 model-years older ($3,426), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.