Fitment notes: AGM battery required for start-stop system; located under hood
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Every control module on the 2018-2022 Honda Accord — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
📍 Integrated into transmission valve body assembly, under vehicle
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription
⚠️ Requires transmission removal or pan drop. VIN coding and adaptive value reset required. Some aftermarket tools can perform relearn but not initial programming.
Electric Power Steering Control Unit (EPS)2.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Steering column assembly, under dash or integrated into steering rack (1.5T models)
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription
⚠️ Column-mounted on 2.0T, rack-mounted on 1.5T. Steering angle sensor calibration and torque sensor zero-point learning required after replacement.
📍 Engine compartment, driver side firewall area, mounted to bulkhead
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription + J2534 pass-thru
⚠️ VIN coding, immobilizer pairing, and calibration download required. Security gateway authentication mandatory. Immobilizer must be initialized with all keys present.
Climate Control Unit (CCU)1.2 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center dash, behind climate control panel
🔧 Honda HDS or aftermarket scan tool
⚠️ Actuator relearn required after replacement. Most aftermarket tools can perform this function.
Millimeter Wave Radar / Honda Sensing Control Unit (MWR/HSC)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind front grille, center lower bumper area
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription + alignment tool
⚠️ Radar aiming and calibration required after replacement or front-end collision. Requires Honda-specific alignment targets and procedure. Controls ACC, CMBS, LKAS.
Supplemental Restraint System Control Unit (SRS)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console area, under front seats or center tunnel
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription
⚠️ VIN coding required. All crash data stored; must be cleared or replaced after deployment. Battery disconnect mandatory during service.
Multi-View Camera System Control Unit / Front Camera (MVC/FC)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription + calibration targets
⚠️ Front camera is part of Honda Sensing; requires static calibration with targets after windshield replacement or camera replacement. Rear camera is simpler, may auto-calibrate.
Adaptive Driving Beam Control Unit (ADB)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind headlight assemblies or integrated into headlight housing
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription
⚠️ LED headlight models only. Automatic high-beam control. Aiming and calibration required after replacement.
Immobilizer-Keyless Control Unit (IMOES)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console area or behind dash near steering column
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription
⚠️ All keys must be present for programming. Cryptographic pairing with PCM required. Smart entry and push-button start functions. Aftermarket key programming very limited.
Blind Spot Information Control Unit (BSI)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear bumper, driver and passenger side corners
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription
⚠️ Radar sensors integrated. Calibration required after replacement or rear-end collision.
HondaLink Telematics Control Unit (TCU)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind center dash or under passenger seat
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription + HondaLink server activation
⚠️ Requires HondaLink subscription activation and server registration. VIN coding mandatory. 4G LTE module on 2018+.
Body Control Module (BCM)0.9 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Driver side lower dash, behind kick panel trim
🔧 Honda HDS with dealer authentication or Autel MaxiSys with AutoAuth
⚠️ Security gateway locked. Requires dealer PIN or AutoAuth subscription. Controls lighting, wipers, power windows, door locks. All customization settings lost on replacement.
Driver Information Interface / Gauge Control Module (DII/GCM)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
⚠️ VIN coding and mileage programming required. Mileage must match vehicle records; dealer verification mandatory to prevent odometer fraud.
Gateway Control Unit (GWY)0.8 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Driver side lower dash, near BCM or integrated into BCM
🔧 Honda HDS with dealer authentication
⚠️ Security gateway enforces authentication for all module programming. Replacement requires dealer-level access. May be integrated with BCM on some trim levels.
Parking Sensor Control Unit (PSU)0.8 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind rear bumper cover, center or driver side
🔧 Honda HDS or aftermarket scan tool
⚠️ Sensor calibration/relearn required after replacement. Most aftermarket tools can perform this.
Power Tailgate Control Unit (PTG)0.7 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk/liftgate area, driver side trim panel (sedan models do not have this)
🔧 Honda HDS or aftermarket scan tool
⚠️ Not applicable to sedan models. Height adjustment and pinch protection relearn required after replacement.
Power Window Master Switch / Door Control Unit (MSPW/DCU)0.6 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.1 hr▸ programming details
📍 Driver door panel, integrated into master switch assembly
🔧 Self-learn procedure (window up/down cycle)
⚠️ Auto-up/down window relearn required after replacement. Simple manual procedure, no scan tool needed.
Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM)0.6 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Under rear seat or in trunk area, near fuel tank
⚠️ Plug-and-play replacement. Controls fuel pump speed based on PCM commands.
Power Seat Control Unit (SCU)0.5 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Under driver and/or passenger power seat
⚠️ Plug-and-play. Memory seat settings stored in BCM, not seat module.
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER · 26V332000
2026-05-21
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Consequence: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER · 24V064000
2024-02-01
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Consequence: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, October 18, 2024, and August 2025. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR · 21V900000
2021-11-18
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021 Accord Sedan, Accord Hybrid, CR-V, Ridgeline, 2022 Insight and CR-V Hybrid vehicles. The automatic locking retractor on the second-row center seat belt assembly may deactivate improperly, which can result in an unsecured child restraint system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the second-row center seat belt assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2022. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Performance
Horsepower
192hp
Torque
192lb-ft
0–60 mph
7.5sec
Quarter mile
15.8sec
Top speed
125mph
Fuel economy (EPA)
City
30mpg
Highway
38mpg
Combined
33mpg
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
Capability & size
Curb weight
3,131lb
EPA class
Large Cars
Wiper blades
10th generation (2018-2022). Sedan body style has no rear wiper.
Size-standard part numbers — verify your connector type before buying. Rear blades are model-specific; check the package's vehicle list.
Fuel economy figures are EPA data via fueleconomy.gov (median across matching trims). Performance figures are compiled estimates for the 2021 Honda Accord 1.5L I4 Turbo and can vary by trim.
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