2016 Honda Accord Technical Service Bulletins

173 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 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.

• 10108905Jun 23, 2017Equipment. Tech line summary article - The App Installer icon, listed under App List on the Display Audio screen, has drawn a few questions from curious customers. This icon is meant for future apps that may be developed. At this time, however, there are none available or any plans to develop them.
• 10108902Jun 23, 2017Equipment. Tech line summary article - You may get a customer with any of these Apple CarPlay or Android Auto concerns: ? The phone won't connect to the feature. ? The feature disconnects. ? A Device not found or Device not compatible message appears. ? Control of the feature is erratic.
• 10108901Jun 23, 2017Equipment. Tech line summary article - If a customer can't hear the navigation voice when using Apple Maps with Apple CarPlay, an adjustment to the navigation voice volume on the customer?s phone should take care of it. This is something the service advisor can handle right on the service drive, so unless this doesn't work, there's nothing a service tech needs to do.
• 10108765May 22, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. To properly diagnose AWD differential leak, it is always a good idea to trace the leak to the highest point. For example, a loose or damage fluid pressure sensor can appear to be an axle seal leak because the leak can drain down on the axle seal. Please let us know if you would like a copy of the video sent to you on a DVD or thumb drive.
• 10108736May 19, 2017Equipment. Service bulletin - There is a problem with the audio unit software, which may lead to one or more of the following symptoms: ? Double pairing renders Bluetooth® inoperative. ? The second letter does not appear when typing in the browser. ? When the talk button is pressed, an abnormal sound is emitted. ? Remote start will cause the audio unit to boot up. ? XM channel display information will be mismatched between…
• 10108362Apr 11, 2017Equipment. Service bulletin - there is a flapping or fluttering coming from the left rear of the vehicle when the vent position is set to floor/defrost, recirculation is on, and the blower speed is set to at least three bars. The noise is coming from the rear air outlet that is behind the rear bumper on the left side of the vehicle.
• 10108331Mar 27, 2017Engine, Electrical system. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord v6s with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12v battery to be replaced. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10108293Mar 16, 2017Electrical system. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord v6s with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12v battery to be replaced. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10108266Mar 6, 2017Electrical system. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord v6s with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12v battery to be replaced. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10108085Mar 4, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. "service bulletin - a judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. 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 and the transmission is not damaged by this judder."
• 10108084Mar 4, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. "service bulletin - a judder from the torque converter lock-up clutch may be felt while driving between 20 and 60 mph. 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 and the transmission is not damaged by this judder."
• 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.
• 10108056Feb 25, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. The app installer icon, listed under app list on the display audio screen, has drawn a few questions from curious customers. This icon is meant for future apps that may be developed. At this time, however, there are none available or any plans to develop them
• 10108052Feb 23, 2017Electrical system. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord v6s with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12v battery to be replaced. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10108050Feb 22, 2017Electrical system. Engineering request for investigation - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord v6s with a customer complaint of a no-start condition that requires the 12v battery to be replaced. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10108054Feb 21, 2017Electrical system. Techline summary article - although similar, the hondalink and hondalink ev apps available for download on the apple apps store and google play are not the same. Furthermore, each app applies to specific models.
• 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.
• 10108697Feb 15, 2017Electrical system. Techline summary article - You may get a customer with any of these Apple CarPlay or Android Auto concerns: ? The phone won?t connect to the feature. ? The feature disconnects. ? A Device not found or Device not compatible message appears. ? Control of the feature is erratic. If so, there are some steps the service advisor can take right on the service drive that just might fix things.
• 10108696Feb 15, 2017Electrical system. Techline summary article - If a customer can?t hear the navigation voice when using Apple Maps with Apple CarPlay, an adjustment to the navigation voice volume on the customer?s phone should take care of it. This is something the service advisor can handle right on the service drive, so unless this doesn?t work, there?s nothing a service tech needs to do.
• 10106926Feb 1, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. Techline summary article - some customers have reported that when plugging their iphones with ios 10 into the usb port and selecting pandora from apple carplay, pandora won’t play. From our investigation, we know this is a pandora issue and not something related to the audio system or apple software.
• 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.
• 10106920Feb 1, 2017Engine cooling, Equipment. Techline summary article - are you hearing a thumping or flapping from the rear of the vehicle when the fan is set to high speed and the climate control system is in recirculation mode? The noise is being generated by the door on the cabin vent that’s located behind the left rear bumper.
• 10098926Jan 31, 2017Engine, Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). "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…
• 10098923Jan 23, 2017Equipment. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord sedans & 2016 civic sedans with a customer complaint of a pronounced rattle noise coming from the rear tray while playing music with bass. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10106903Jan 17, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Email reminder sent to owners to have the tranmission software updated before an unexpected tranmission problem or possible repair to the vehicle occurs.
• 10106821Jan 6, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Customer email - we understand your busy lifestyle and how inconvenient it would be if your vehicle has an unexpected transmission problem that would disrupt your schedule. To prevent this from happening, we highly recommend that you follow the steps and advice in the video to get this important software upgrade for your vehicle. Honda will provide this software update at no charge to you.
• 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.
• 10106828Jan 3, 2017Equipment. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord sedans & 2016 civic sedans with a customer complaint of a pronounced rattle noise coming from the rear tray while playing music with bass. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10108107Dec 21, 2016Electrical system. Customer letter - transmission software still needs an update. Under certain driving conditions, this software issue causes a problem, which may allow a transmission belt to slip.
• 10108106Dec 21, 2016Electrical system. Customer letter - transmission software still needs an update. Under certain driving conditions, this software issue causes a problem, which may allow a transmission belt to slip.
• 10106787Dec 21, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Customer letter - our records indicate your transmission's software still needs an update. To prevent permanent damage and avoid costly repairs, we highly recommend having your vehicle updated as soon as possible. Honda will update the software free of charge.
• 10106786Dec 21, 2016Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Customer letter - our records indicate your transmission's software still needs an update. To prevent permanent damage and avoid costly repairs, we highly recommend having your vehicle updated as soon as possible. Honda will update the software free of charge.
• 10100428Nov 28, 2016Equipment. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord sedans & 2016 civic sedans with a customer complaint of a pronounced rattle noise coming from the rear tray while playing music with bass. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 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.
• 10100104Nov 2, 2016Equipment. Dealer message- american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord sedans & 2016 civic sedans with a customer complaint of a pronounced rattle noise coming from the rear tray while playing music with bass. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 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."
• 10086903Oct 7, 2016Equipment, Body and structure. Techline summary article - are you hearing a thumping or flapping from the rear of the vehicle when the fan is set to high speed and the climate control system is in recirculation mode? The noise is being generated by the door on the cabin vent that’s located behind the left rear bumper.
• 10086922Oct 6, 2016Equipment. Techline summary article - some customers have reported that when plugging their iphones with ios 10 into the usb port and selecting pandora from apple carplay, pandora won’t play. From our investigation, we know this is a pandora issue and not something related to the audio system or apple software.
• 10086886Oct 6, 2016Equipment. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord sedans with a customer complaint of a pronounced rattle noise coming from the rear tray while playing music with bass. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 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.
• 10086889Oct 3, 2016Equipment. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord sedans with a customer complaint of a pronounced rattle noise coming from the rear tray while playing music with bass. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10086213Sep 17, 2016Equipment. "techline summary article - does the clock reset or show the wrong time? We’re aware of this issue and have it under investigation. A bad chip in the audio unit may be the culprit. This chip works with the gps antenna, which sets the time. If the chip is bad, it won’t accurately communicate with the gps satellites, causing the clock to reset or show the wrong time. This can be a tough issue to troubleshoot. The…
• 10086209Sep 15, 2016Equipment. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2016-2017 accord sedans with a customer complaint of a pronounced rattle noise coming from the rear tray while playing music with bass. To fully understand the cause of this condition, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10086143Sep 9, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Service bulletin - an incorrect learning value in the pcm may cause a pressure problem in the cvt under certain driving conditions, causing a surge in rpm because the cvt belt slips at highway speeds and eventually setting dtc p1890 (cvt speed control system).
• 10086281Sep 2, 2016Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Customer letter - under certain driving conditions, the software in the pcm causes a low pressure problem in the cvt. This may allow the belt in the cvt to slip. If the belt slips, you may see a surge in rpm when driving at highway speeds. If the belt slips long enough, the transmission will be damaged, and dtc p1890 will set.

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