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.

• 10084726Aug 13, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Service bulletin - there is a noticeable wind noise at ear level from either the driver’s or the front passenger’s window caused by a gap between the run channel and inner sash.
• 10076130Aug 11, 2016Fuel system. 2014-2016 Accord & CR-V Leak from Fuel Pump Connection American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 Accords & CR-Vs with evidence of fuel leak from the fuel tank to the fuel pump connection. 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.
• 10084981Aug 3, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Dealer message - today, august 3, 2016, american honda motor, co., inc. Is announcing a product update for model year 2015-16 honda accord and cr-v vehicles to address incorrect cvt operation and dtc p1890. 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 will eventually set dtc…
• 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.
• 10084781Aug 3, 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, eventually setting dtc p1890 (cvt speed control system). Depending on if dtc p1890 is set or not, update the pgm-fi software or replace the transmission and update the pgm-fi software.
• 10084522Jul 29, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Service news article - is the transmission fluid pan leaking from a crack? Chances are your customer accidently ran over something that drove the lower engine cover up into the transmission fluid pan. The cover’s front clip, which is made of metal, cracked the pan from the impact. When replacing the transmission fluid pan, be sure to replace the lower engine cover (p/n 74110-t2f-a01) as well.
• 10084489Jul 16, 2016Electrical system. Techline summary article - if your customer happens to own an ada-equipped pilot and accord (or two of each model) and pairs his or her phone to both ada units, he or she may find that bluetooth won’t connect soon after pairing. Furthermore, disconnecting the phone and pairing it again to the ada units won’t fix it.
• 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."
• 10084397Jul 14, 2016Suspension. "dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2015-2016 accords with a customer complaint of front suspension noise. The noise can be described as popping, squeaking, clunking, or creaking. To fully understand the cause of this occurrence, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind."
• 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.
• 10084400Jul 9, 2016Equipment. "techline summary article - do you have a vehicle in your shop for any or all of these concerns? • entering web browser text overwrites characters • voice recognition ends before you can speak • siriusxm® radio information is mismatched between the upper and lower displays • android auto terminates after ending a call • upper and lower screens are blank • voice recognition is poor • navigation turns on with remote…
• 10084398Jul 9, 2016Engine cooling. 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.
• 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.
• 10084379Jul 7, 2016Brakes. Dealer message - honda is collecting a healthy front brake assembly from affected vehicles that meet certain qualifications.
• 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.
• 10084300Jun 21, 2016Suspension. Dealer message - ahm is investigating certain 2015-2016 accords with a customer complaint of front suspension noise. Please contact ahm with information if an eligible vehicle is found.
• 10083547Jun 2, 2016Suspension. Dealer message - ahm is investigating certain vehicles with a customer complaint of front suspension noise, such as popping squeaking, clunking, or creaking. Please contact ahm for inspection prior to attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10084023May 12, 2016Suspension. Dealer message - ahm is investigating customer complaint of front suspension noise (popping, squeaking, clunking, or creaking). Prior to attempting a repair of any kind, please contact ahm so an inspection can be scheduled.
• 10084011May 12, 2016Equipment. Service bulletin - dtc p2422 may appear when dirt clogs the evap canister vent tube.
• 10078580May 5, 2016Air bags. This communication is informing honda of a delamination issues within an I.c. Produced by nxp and assembled into airbag sensor supplied by denso international america, inc. This delamination issue manifests itself as an open circuit within the sensor, causing a dtc to be set on the vehicle along with a declaring “airbag” light.
• 10084212Apr 29, 2016Suspension. Ahm is investigating customer complaint of noises (popping, squeaking, clunking, or creaking) from the front suspension. Please contact ahm prior to any repair attempts.
• 10083877Apr 22, 2016Suspension. Dealer message - if a customer complains of front suspension noise, please contact ahm to schedule an inspection prior to performing any repairs.
• 10204281Mar 31, 2016Equipment. Honda Job Aid - Tech Line Calling Guidelines Affected vehicles General Info.
• 10204280Mar 31, 2016Equipment. Honda Job Aid - Tech Line Calling Guidelines Affected vehicles General Info.
• 10211570Mar 29, 2016Electronic stability control, Back-over prevention (rear camera), Suspension. American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2015-2016 Accords with a customer complaint of front suspension noise. The noise can be described as popping, squeaking, clunking, or creaking. To fully understand the cause of this occurrence, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10211565Mar 29, 2016Fuel system. American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 Accords & CR-Vs with evidence of fuel leak from the fuel tank to the fuel pump connection. 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.
• 10192991Mar 29, 2016Suspension. American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2015-2016 Accords with a customer complaint of front suspension noise. The noise can be described as popping, squeaking, clunking, or creaking. To fully understand the cause of this occurrence, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind
• 10099391Mar 29, 2016Suspension. "dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2015-2016 accords with a customer complaint of front suspension noise. The noise can be described as popping, squeaking, clunking, or creaking. To fully understand the cause of this occurrence, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind."
• 10099390Mar 29, 2016Fuel system. Dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2014-2016 accords & cr-vs with evidence of fuel leak from the fuel tank to the fuel pump connection. 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.
• 10076226Mar 29, 2016Suspension. Request for Visit: 2015-2016 Accord Front Suspension Noise Background American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2015-2016 Accords with a customer complaint of front suspension noise. The noise can be described as popping, squeaking, clunking, or creaking. To fully understand the cause of this occurrence, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10204272Mar 18, 2016Engine cooling. MIL Comes on with DTC P0335 AND/OR P0339
• 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).
• 10076225Mar 3, 2016Suspension. Request for Visit: 2015-2016 Accord Front Suspension Noise American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2015-2016 Accords with a customer complaint of front suspension noise. The noise can be described as popping, squeaking, clunking, or creaking. To fully understand the cause of this occurrence, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10204290Mar 2, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Exterior lighting. Fog Light Lenses look melted or discoloredf?- All models with fog lights affected vehicles
• 10204293Mar 1, 2016Equipment. Recall Information update: Service Bulletin NSS300 #2
• 10087519Mar 1, 2016Fuel system. Engineering request for investigation - please call honda to discuss any fuel leaks from the fuel tank to the fuel pump connection.
• 10211630Feb 26, 2016Equipment. Hawaii Multi Model Monroney Label No Print.
• 10211614Feb 26, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera). On the Monroney label, the bumper compliance statement is missing. Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible. Vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your new vehicle inventory. Repair these vehicles before they are sold. No action is needed on vehicles that have been sold.
• 10211560Feb 26, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera), Equipment, Engine cooling. Today, February 26, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is announcing a Product Update for certain Accord, Civic, CR-Z, Fit, and Insight model years 2014-2016 vehicles for sale in the state of Hawaii to amend Monroney labels that were printed without bumper impact information. Basic Problem American Honda had a computer programming issue; an obsolete program name causing printing of no bumper impact information on…
• 10193843Feb 26, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. Today, February 26, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is announcing a Product Update for certain Accord, Civic, CR-Z, Fit, and Insight model years 2014-2016 vehicles for sale in the state of Hawaii to amend Monroney labels that were printed without bumper impact information. Basic Problem American Honda had a computer programming issue; an obsolete program name causing printing of no bumper impact information on…
• 10193326Feb 26, 2016Equipment, Body and structure. BACKGROUND On the Monroney label, the bumper compliance statement is missing. Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible. Vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your new vehicle inventory. Repair these vehicles before they are sold. No action is needed on vehicles that have been sold. CORRECTIVE ACTION Attach the Monroney update label to the window area next to the Monroney label.
• 10099489Feb 26, 2016Equipment. Dealer message - on the monroney label, the bumper compliance statement is missing. Attach the monroney update label to the window area next to the monroney label.
• 10099464Feb 26, 2016Equipment. Service bulletin - on the monroney label, the bumper compliance statement is missing.
• 10075690Feb 26, 2016Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10211572Feb 19, 2016Suspension, Electronic stability control, Back-over prevention (rear camera). American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2015-2016 Accords with a customer complaint of front suspension noise. The noise can be described as popping, squeaking, clunking, or creaking. To fully understand the cause of this occurrence, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
• 10211564Feb 19, 2016Fuel system. American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 Accords & CR-Vs with evidence of fuel leak from the fuel tank to the fuel pump connection. 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.
• 10193013Feb 19, 2016Suspension, Equipment. American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2015-2016 Accords with a customer complaint of front suspension noise. The noise can be described as popping, squeaking, clunking, or creaking. To fully understand the cause of this occurrence, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind. (zone 5)
• 10193012Feb 19, 2016Suspension. American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2015-2016 Accords with a customer complaint of front suspension noise. The noise can be described as popping, squeaking, clunking, or creaking. To fully understand the cause of this occurrence, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind. (zone 4)
• 10192948Feb 19, 2016Fuel system. Background American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2016 Accords & CR-Vs with evidence of fuel leak from the fuel tank to the fuel pump connection. 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.
• 10099497Feb 19, 2016Suspension. "dealer message - american honda (ahm) is investigating certain 2015-2016 accords with a customer complaint of front suspension noise. The noise can be described as popping, squeaking, clunking, or creaking. To fully understand the cause of this occurrence, ahm would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind."

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