2010 Honda Accord MPG
The 2010 Honda Accord gets 17–22 mpg in the city and 25–31 on the highway (20–25 combined), across the 7 versions the EPA rated.
The most efficient pairs the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, at 25 mpg combined. At the other end, the 3.5-liter 6-cylinder engine with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive manages 20 mpg combined, 5 mpg less. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2009 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accord Coupe | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 31 | 25 | Regular · 355 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord Coupe | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Regular · 355 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 31 | 25 | Regular · 355 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Regular · 355 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 29 | 23 | Regular · 386 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord Coupe | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | Regular · 404 g CO₂/mi |
| Accord Coupe | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | Regular · 444 g CO₂/mi |
2010 Honda Accord fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2010 Honda Accord costs about $2,610 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (25 mpg combined), or roughly 17 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (20 mpg combined) comes to about $3,270 a year, $650 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2010 Honda Accord specs
The EPA lists 2 engine choices for the 2010 Honda Accord: 2.4 L 4-cyl and 3.5 L 6-cyl. It came with automatic and manual transmissions, with front-wheel drive. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Compact Cars" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L | 4 | Automatic 5-spd; Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 4 |
| 3.5 L | 6 | Automatic 5-spd; Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 3 |
2010 Honda Accord problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 581 owner complaints about the 2010 Honda Accord.
Air bags are the most-reported area (19% of component mentions), followed by engine (16%) and hydraulic service brakes (9%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 34 complaints a year: fewer than the 2009 (40 a year) and more than the 2011 (18 a year).
That ranks 15th of 17 Honda Accord model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 581, 38 mention a crash, 6 a fire and 36 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 134 | 19% |
| Engine | 116 | 16% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 63 | 9% |
| Service brakes | 60 | 9% |
| Power train | 45 | 6% |
| Seats | 41 | 6% |
| Electrical system | 34 | 5% |
| Unknown or other | 32 | 5% |
| Structure | 24 | 3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 23 | 3% |
| Suspension | 21 | 3% |
| Steering | 18 | 3% |
| Visibility | 14 | 2% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 12 | 2% |
| Wheels | 12 | 2% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 11 | 2% |
| Seat belts | 9 | 1% |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | <1% |
| Tires | 6 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 4 | <1% |
| Electric service brakes | 4 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | <1% |
| Equipment | 3 | <1% |
| Air service brakes | 3 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 2 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | <1% |
| Parking brake | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
PASSENGER AIR BAG KEEPS GOING ON AND OFF . THERE IS A ELECTRICAL PROBLEM WITH THE FRONT AND BACK LOCKS . THE VCT ACTUATOR HAS GONE BAD ON THE CAR WHICH CAUSE IT TO MAKE A LOUD RATTLE NOISE . …
I own a 2010 Honda Accord. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerks, and fails to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal on the hwy. The check engine warning light VSA is on. …
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA ACCORD. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE CONTACT SPED UP TO AVOID A CRASH AND THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME STUCK AND THE BRAKE PEDAL EXTENDED TO THE FLOOR. …
2010 Honda Accord recalls
The 2010 Honda Accord has been the subject of 12 recall campaigns, plus 1 recall of replacement equipment made for it.
The most recent, campaign 19V502000 from June 2019, concerns air bags.
Air bags account for 9 of the 13 campaigns, more than any other area.
11V004000 · January 6, 2011 · Electrical system
Problem: THERE IS A POTENTIAL FAILURE WITH THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR WHICH MAY CAUSE INTERMITTENT SPARK FIRING OR THE ENGINE TO STALL.
Risk: AN ENGINE STALL WILL INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALER WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE IGNITION WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR FREE OF CHARGE.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Accord years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V502000 | June 27, 2019 | Air bags | 2008–2012 |
| 19V378000 | May 16, 2019 | Air bags | 2008–2012 |
| 18V661000 | September 27, 2018 | Air bags | 2010–2012 |
| 18V268000 | April 26, 2018 | Air bags | 2008–2012 |
| 18V042000 | January 9, 2018 | Air bags | 2009–2012 |
| 17V545000 | August 31, 2017 | Air bags | 2008–2012 |
| 17V030000 | January 10, 2017 | Air bags | 2008–2012 |
| 16V346000 | May 24, 2016 | Air bags | 2008–2011 |
| 16V056000 | February 2, 2016 | Air bags | 2008–2010 |
| 11V395000 | August 4, 2011 | Power train | 2008–2010 |
| 10V640000 | December 16, 2010 | Suspension | 2010–2011 |
| 09E063000 | November 18, 2009 | Equipment (equipment) | 2008–2010 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA has not published 5-star crash ratings for the 2010 Honda Accord.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Honda Accords can be compared fairly. Among other 2010 models in the EPA's compact cars class, the 2010 Toyota Corolla (30 mpg) and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (32 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 25 | 1,521 | 80 | 9 |
| 2009 | 25 | 727 | 40 | 11 |
| 2010 | 25 | 581 | 34 | 13 |
| 2011 | 26 | 296 | 18 | 9 |
| 2012 | 27 | 373 | 25 | 8 |
| 2013 | 30 | 1,427 | 101 | 5 |
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FAQ
Is the 2010 Accord a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2010 Honda Accord has 34 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (15th most of 17 model years), 12 recall campaigns and up to 25 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2010 Accord problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are air bags (134), engine (116) and hydraulic service brakes (63). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2010 Accord have?
NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns and 1 replacement-equipment recall. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2010 Accord get?
The EPA rates the versions at 20–25 mpg combined (17–22 city, 25–31 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Accord per year?
About $2,610 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $3,270 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).