2013 Honda Accord Technical Service Bulletins

162 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Honda Accord. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10108082Mar 4, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. "service bulletin - this bulletin is replaced by 17-017, 2013–17 accord: judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch all vehicles affected by this bulletin were superseded to 17-017."
• 10108091Mar 2, 2017Engine. Techline summary article - does the engine rattle at startup for about 1 to 3 seconds? What’s happening is the lock pin inside the vtc actuator isn’t holding the actuator properly. This lets the vane turn within the housing, causing a short rattle at startup.
• 10108682Feb 17, 2017Steering, Electrical system. Service bulletin - When a failure is detected, the EPS control unit goes into back-up mode. The new software provides partial assist during back-up mode.
• 10108680Feb 17, 2017Engine cooling. Service bulletin - The MIL is on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube.
• 10106921Feb 1, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Techline summary article - does the rear window glass look distorted or blurry, especially when viewed through the rearview mirror? We’re currently reviewing this issue and are looking for a solution.
• 10098926Jan 31, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system, Engine. "techline summary article - do you have a vehicle in your shop for any or all of these issues? • the b5 (7.5 a) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box is blown. • the engine cranks, but it won’t start. • the engine starts, then it stops. • the instrument panel is blank. • the rearview mirror won’t automatically dim. We’re aware of these issues, and we currently have them under investigation. One common problem that…
• 10106823Jan 5, 2017Equipment. Service bulletin - the rear tray rattles with the audio unit on, especially with significant bass. Replace the torsion bar clip, then add ept sealer, and wool felt to the rear tray.
• 10100421Nov 22, 2016Equipment. Service bulletin - navigation system information.
• 10099110Nov 18, 2016Equipment. Service news article - something to keep in mind: aftermarket radar detectors may interfere with the gps antenna mounted behind the instrument panel. A common issue that’s been reported from this interference is the vehicle position (vp) icon isn’t in the right spot on the navigation screen.
• 10099123Nov 17, 2016Engine. Techline summary article - does the engine rattle at startup for about 1 to 3 seconds? What’s happening is the lock pin inside the vtc actuator isn’t holding the actuator properly. This lets the vane turn within the housing, causing a short rattle at startup.
• 10087846Oct 27, 2016Engine, Electrical system. "techline summary article - do you have a vehicle in your shop for any or all of these issues? • the no. 5 meter (10 a) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box is blown. • the engine cranks, but it won’t start. • the engine starts, then stops. • the instrument panel is blank. • the rearview mirror won’t automatically dim. We’re aware of these issues and currently have them under investigation."
• 10087361Oct 21, 2016Electrical system. "techline summary article - we’re aware that when driving regularly on dirt roads in very dry and dusty conditions, there can be repeated occurrences of the mil coming on with dtc p2422 (evap canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). We’re working on an improved repair method that we’ll be posting in an updated bulletin. In the meantime, if you get a non-hybrid accord in for this concern, keep redoing the…
• 10087403Oct 19, 2016Engine. "techline summary article - does the engine rattle at startup for about 1 to 3 seconds? What’s happening is the lock pin inside the vtc actuator isn’t holding the actuator properly. This lets the vane turn within the housing, causing a short rattle at startup. Currently there aren’t any countermeasures for the market, so do not replace the vtc actuator at this time. It’s very unlikely that doing so will fix this…
• 10086904Oct 7, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Body and structure. "techline summary article - does the rear window glass look distorted or blurry, especially when viewed through the rearview mirror? We’re currently reviewing this issue and are looking for a solution. This issue also affects service parts, so do not replace the rear window glass until we have a solution available."
• 10086882Oct 4, 2016Body and structure. Service bulletin - there is a noticeable wind noise at ear level from either the driver’s or the front passenger’s window. The wind noise is caused by a gap between the run channel and inner sash.
• 10084802Aug 3, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Service bulletin - a judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60mph. The problem is typically diagnosed as a bad torque converter. American honda investigated the judder and found that the torque converter was not causing the judder; rather, it was caused by deteriorated transmission fluid.
• 10084487Jul 16, 2016Electrical system. "techline summary article - we’re aware that when driving regularly on dirt roads in very dry and dusty conditions, there can be repeated occurrences of the mil coming on with dtc p2422 (evap canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). We’re working on an improved repair method that we’ll be posting in an updated bulletin."
• 10084444Jul 12, 2016Engine. Techline summary article - does the engine rattle at startup for about 1 to 3 seconds? What’s happening is the lock pin inside the vtc actuator isn’t holding the actuator properly. This lets the vane turn within the housing, causing a short rattle at startup.
• 10084347Jul 8, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Servicenews article - during cvt replacement, make sure you fill the replacement cvt to the proper fluid level with honda genuine hcf-2. If you don’t, you could wind up with transmission failure and a comeback. A cvt with low fluid will make pump noise when the vehicle accelerates.
• 10084330Jun 28, 2016Engine. Service news article - while driving under steady cruise (between 30 and 65 mph) or light acceleration, does the engine intermittently rattle or runs rough with the mil blinking? Since these driving conditions are likely to activate vcm operation, the probable reason for these symptoms is sticking vcm rocker arms.
• 10084293Jun 21, 2016Electrical system, Steering. Service bulletin - american honda is extending the warranty coverage on all electronic power steering torque sensors to 5 years from the original date of purchase with no mileage limit. This only applies to vehicles with eps dtcs 53-01 torque sensor (low/high check) or dtc 53-02 torque sensor (average check).
• 10084011May 12, 2016Equipment. Service bulletin - dtc p2422 may appear when dirt clogs the evap canister vent tube.
• 10087906Mar 18, 2016Engine. Service bulletin - there is corrosion between the engine wire harness and the ckp sensor connector, which may result in mil illumination with dtc p0335 (ckp sensor no signal) and or p0339 (ckp sensor circuit intermittent interruption).
• 10087866Mar 14, 2016Engine. Service bulletin - replace the vtc actuator if the engine rattles loudly for 2 seconds during cold start-up.
• 10087506Mar 4, 2016Electrical system. Service bulletin - the battery sensor may experience an internal failure, resulting in dtc p154a.
• 10076466Mar 4, 2016Electrical system. Charging System Indicator Is On with DTC P154A The Charging System indicator is on with DTC P154A (battery sensor internal failure). The battery sensor has an internal failure. Replace the battery sensor.
• 10106675Feb 10, 2016Equipment. "service news article - are you hearing a flapping or fluttering from the left rear of the vehicle when the vent position is set to floor/defrost, recirc is turned on, and the blower speed is set to at least three bars? This noise is coming from the fresh air vent that’s behind the left corner of the rear bumper."
• 10088442Feb 5, 2016Electrical system. Service bulletin - the starter grinds at startup due to inadequate clearance between the starter motor gear and the torque converter ring gear.
• 10058980Jan 6, 2016Equipment. Honda 2013-2014 accord & 2013 civc srs: complaint from customer that srs light is on with various dtc's
• 10099929Dec 3, 2015Equipment. Service bulletin - the mil is on with dtc p2422 (evap canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the evap canister vent tube.
• 10100194Nov 12, 2015Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. "service bulletin - a surge, hesitation, or judder may be felt as the vehicle accelerates from a stop. The symptoms are more noticeable before the vehicle is fully warmed up. The continuously variable transmission (cvt) needs hardware and software updates."
• 10100216Nov 5, 2015Engine. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2013-2014 accord v6s & crosstour v6s with a customer complaint of engine not starting or grinding noise at engine start. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10100225Oct 31, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. Service bulletin - the customer may experience a more-than-normal delay when shifting into gear the first time after the vehicle sits for a long time. This may be intermittent. Fluid draining from the torque converter when the vehicle sits for a long time (usually overnight) causes the delay engaging into gear.
• 10075448Oct 31, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10100539Oct 30, 2015Engine. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2013-2014 accord v6s & crosstour v6s with a customer complaint of engine not starting or grinding noise at engine start. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10100622Oct 16, 2015Electrical system, Air bags, Seats. "dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2013-2014 accords & 2013 civic sedans with a customer complaint of srs light on with the dtc 82-11 (internal failure of the front passenger’s weight sensor – front inner side), 82-21 (internal failure of the front passenger’s weight sensor – rear inner side), 83-31 (internal failure of the front passenger’s weight sensor – front outer side) and/or…
• 10100621Oct 15, 2015Engine. "dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain2013-2014accord v6s & crosstour v6s witha customer complaint of engine not starting or grinding noise at engine start.to fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind."
• 10100625Oct 10, 2015Steering. "service bulletin - american honda is extending the warranty coverage on all electronic power steering torque sensors to 5 years from the original date of purchase with no mileage limit. This only applies to vehicles with eps dtcs 53-01 torque sensor (low/high check) or dtc 53-02 torque sensor (average check).
• 10100398Oct 2, 2015Engine. "dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2013-2014 accord l4s with a customer complaint of engine not starting. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle in certain condition prior to you attempting a repair of any kind."
• 10099261Oct 2, 2015Engine. "dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2013-2014 accord l4s with a customer complaint of engine not starting. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle in certain condition prior to you attempting a repair of any kind."
• 10058961Oct 1, 2015Electrical system, Steering. Honda: tsb contains an owner's notification letter. Select document search button below. Information provided on certain vehicles regarding the electronic power steering (eps) software with an updated warranty extension for the torque sensor failure. Model 2013 accord, 2014 accord plug. *pe updated 2/5/2016
• 10106754Sep 25, 2015Air bags, Equipment. "engineering request for investigation - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2013-2014 accords & 2013 civic sedans with a customer complaint of srs light on with the dtc 82-11 (internal failure of the front passenger’s weight sensor – front inner side), 82-21 (internal failure of the front passenger’s weight sensor – rear inner side), 83-31 (internal failure of the front passenger’s weight sensor – front…
• 10100685Sep 17, 2015Seats, Air bags, Body and structure. "dealer message - american honda (ahm)is investigating certain 2013-2014accords & 2013civic sedans with a customer complaint of srs light on with the dtc 82-11 (internal failure ofthe front passenger’s w eight sensor – front inner side), 82-21 (internal failure ofthe front passenger’s w eight sensor – rear inner side), 83-31 (internal failure ofthe front passenger’s w eight sensor – front outer side)and/or 83-41…
• 10099338Sep 9, 2015Equipment. "dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2013-2014 accords & 2013 civic sedans with a customer complaint of srs light on with the dtc 82-11 (internal failure of the front passenger’s w eight sensor – front inner side), 82-21 (internal failure of the front passenger’s w eight sensor – rear inner side), 83-31 (internal failure of the front passenger’s w eight sensor – front outer side) and/or…
• 10107035Aug 24, 2015Electrical system. "dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2013-2014 accords with a customer complaint of check charging system message displayed on mid as well as having the dtc b1192 (gauge control module lost communication with battery sensor ecu) stored. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle in certain condition prior to you attempting a…
• 10107094Aug 21, 2015Steering. "service bulletin - american honda is extending the warranty coverage on all electronic power steering torque sensors to 5 years from the original date of purchase with no mileage limit. This only applies to vehicles with eps dtcs 53-01 torque sensor (low/high check) or dtc 53-02 torque sensor (average check)."
• 10107091Aug 21, 2015Electrical system, Steering. Service bulletin - when a failure is detected, the eps control unit goes into back-up mode. The new software provides partial assist during back-up mode.
• 10107089Aug 21, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. Service bulletin - there are several known audio and navigation system software bugs that are repaired by updating the software in the audio or the audio-navigation unit.
• 10107082Aug 21, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. "service bulletin - the vehicle may have one or more of the following software bugs: • when in xm mode, the audio unit turns off after making an hfl call. • there is no sound or there is static in the rear headphones (both wired and wireless). • when in xm mode, the xm radio information on the center display does not match the touch screen. • the info/setting screen flashes after using lanewatch. • the hfl deletes…
• 10107080Aug 21, 2015Steering, Electrical system. "dealer message - today, august 21, 2015, american honda is announcing a product update and warranty extension for 285,623 accord, accord fhev and accord phev vehicles to update the electric power steering ecu. In addition, american honda is providing extended warranty coverage on the eps gearbox to 5 years, unlimited mileage to cover replacements in cases where dtc 53-01 or 53-02 is set."

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