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2019 Honda Accord Hybrid

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 Accord Hybrid.

Transmission Automatic (variable gear ratios)

The 2019 Honda Accord Hybrid uses an automatic transmission with variable gear ratios, requires 3.7 quarts of 0W-20 engine oil, and carries an EPA rating of 48/48/48 mpg. Its reliability record shows 529 owner complaints and 6 recalls, with the top concern logged under Fuel System, Gasoline. Set against the 2005–2026 model span, that complaint volume falls well below the 2014 peak of 954 yet far exceeds the 2016 low of one, placing this model year between those extremes in the Accord’s documented reliability history.

Model year20192018201720152014200720062005

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity3.7 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque80 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy48/48/48 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 47 · 500 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 47 · 500 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP225/50R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length192.1 in
Overall width75.2 in
Overall height57.1 in
Wheelbase111.4 in
Curb weight3377 lb
Track (front / rear)62.6 / 63 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)61/39

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined48 / 48 / 48 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume106 cu ft
Cargo volume17 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 3.7 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, Dot 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity2.3 qt
Brake FluidDot 3
Engine CoolantHonda Type 2 antifreeze/coolant
Engine Coolant Capacity5.2 qt
Engine Oil0W-20
Engine Oil Capacity3.7 qt
Engine Oil0W-20

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs13 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs10 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs10 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)16.0 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)33.0 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)16.0 ft-lbs
Flex or Driveplate Bolts55.0 ft-lbs
Flex or Driveplate Bolts55.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts80 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub242.

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerHonda
Spark Plug Gap.028-.030 in
Spark Plug Torque16 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerHonda
Spark Plug Gap.028-.030 in
Spark Plug Torque16 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerHonda

Battery & A/C

Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypePAG: DENSO ND-OIL 8; POE: DENSO ND-OIL 14
Oil Capacity3.11 - 3.60 oz
RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity13.93 -15.70 lbs
Oil GroupPOE
Oil TypeND-11
Oil Capacity4.00 -4.50 oz

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum57.0
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum64.0
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum73.0
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum80.0
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum55.0
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum62.0
Engine Compression400
Engine Compression400

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueRear: 18.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque80.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0
Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 21.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 18.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque80.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079 in; Rear: 0.079 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .906; Rear: .315

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
110 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°.10 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115 ft. lbs.,Step 2: 90°.15 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
144 inch lbs., Step 2: 29 ft. lbs., Step 3: 120°.44 in
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
144 inch lbs., Step 2: 29 ft. lbs., Step 3: 120°.44 in
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
130 ft. lbs. Step 2: 90°. Step 3: 90°. Step 4: If using new bolts turn an additional 90°.30 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: 40°.22 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
126 ft. lbs., Step 2: 41°.26 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
126 ft. lbs., Step 2: Turn 41°.26 ft. lbs

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2019 Honda Accord Hybrid marks a notable spike in federal complaints (529) compared to the preceding 2018 model (113) and the subsequent 2020 model (38), positioning it as an outlier within its generation. This surge aligns with a peak in recalls (6) and technical service bulletins (315), suggesting a concentration of unresolved or emerging issues during this production year. The data does not specify root causes for the complaints, but the top areas—fuel system (67) and forward collision avoidance (37)—indicate potential systemic concerns. While crash-related complaints (23) are present, fire-related incidents are absent, mitigating one critical risk. The trend shows a sharp decline in complaints and recalls in 2020 and beyond, implying Honda addressed many 2019 issues in later models. Given this context, the 2019 Accord Hybrid carries elevated risk; buyers should prioritize thorough pre-purchase inspections and verify all recall remedies have been completed.

6
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
315
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
3
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
529
Owner complaints
23 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 529 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Fuel System, Gasoline67
Unknown Or Other44
Fuel/Propulsion System38
Forward Collision Avoidance37
Engine34
Service Brakes27
Electrical System20
Structure14

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

20V771000Electrical System:Body Control Module:SoftwareReported 10/12/2020

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Accord Sedan, Accord Hybrid, and 2019-2020 Insight vehicles. A software error may cause intermittent or continuous disruptions in communication between the… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the BCM software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 22, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at…

21V215000Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel PumpReported 25/03/2021

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 315 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
A25-0742025-07-28EngineService Bulletin - Oil leak at timing chain tensioner inspection cover due to possible…
A20030B2025-06-06StructureService News - From our investigation, we've found the reason could be customers are…
A20030B2025-05-02StructureService News - Honda has received reports of broken fuel fill door clips. From our…
ATI&120520249032024-12-05EngineDealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2022…
ATI&120220249092024-12-02EngineDealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2024…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2019 Accord Hybrid take?

3.7 qt of 0W-20, per the factory manual.

Does the 2019 Accord Hybrid have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Accord Hybrid get?

EPA figures are 48 city / 48 highway / 48 combined mpg.