Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2008 Accord.
The 2008 Honda Accord is a passenger car that requires 4.2 qt of 5W-20 API engine oil. This model year is associated with nine recalls and 1,520 total owner complaints, with the top complaint area being the hydraulic service brakes. Within the model's 1990-2022 history, this volume of complaints sits between the 2003 high of 2,013 and the 2022 low of 213.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 24F · 550 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.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 190.9 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in |
| Overall height | 56.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.9 in |
| Curb weight | 3287 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 62.2 / 61.8 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 61/39 |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Accord of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | EX-L V-6 Coupe 3.5L V6 | 5.60 sec | 14.20 sec | 268 hp | FWD |
| 2008 | EX-L V-6 Coupe 3.5L V6 | 5.70 sec | 14.00 sec | 268 hp | FWD |
| 2008 | EX-L V-6 Coupe 3.5L V6 | 5.80 sec | 13.90 sec | 268 hp | FWD |
| 2008 | EX-L V-6 Coupe 3.5L V6 | 5.90 sec | 14.50 sec | 268 hp | FWD |
| 2008 | EX-L V-6 Sedan 3.5L V6 | 6.50 sec | 15.00 sec | 268 hp | FWD |
| 2008 | EX-L V-6 Sedan 3.5L V6 | 6.50 sec | 15.00 sec | 268 hp | FWD |
| 2008 | EX-L V-6 Sedan 3.5L V6 | 6.60 sec | 15.10 sec | 268 hp | FWD |
| 2008 | EX Sedan 2.4L I-4 | 7.90 sec | 16.10 sec | 190 hp | FWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 4.2 qt of 5W-20 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-2-5-3-6.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.5 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Engine Oil | 5W-20 · API |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4.2 qt |
| Engine Oil | 5W-20 · API |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4.4 qt |
| Engine Oil | 5W-20 · API |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 54 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 16 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 33 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 16 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 33 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 16 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 23 ft-lbs |
| Main Bearings | 11MM Bolts: 54 ft-lbs, 10MM Bolts: 36 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | 36.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 242 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | AT: 800, MT: 720 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 650 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load) | 700 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (Secondary Under Load) | 50 rpm |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | .88-.99 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 2.47-2.89 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 24F |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 550 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 51R |
| Pressure Test | 14-18 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 14-18 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | 169-176 °F |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 48.0 |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 57.0 |
| Engine Compression | 135 Minimum PSI. 28 Maximum variation PSI |
| Engine Compression | 135 Minimum PSI. 28 Maximum variation PSI |
| Engine Oil Pressure | 10 psi @ idle, 44 psi @ 3000 rpm psi |
| Brake Application | WITH AKEBONO CALIPER |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 37 ft-lbs / 17 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 80 ft-lbs |
| Brake Application | WITH NISSIN CALIPER |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 37 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 80 ft-lbs |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 37 ft-lbs / 17 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 80 ft-lbs |
| 1 | 14 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 | 14 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 36 ft. lbs., step 2: 90 | 36 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 47 ft. lbs, step 2: 60 | 47 ft. lbs |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2008 Honda Accord sits at a pronounced complaint spike within its generation: NHTSA complaints jump to 1,520, nearly triple the 524 logged for 2007 and more than double the 720 recorded for 2009. Yet recalls actually edge down to 9, below the 10 in 2007 and 11 in 2009, while TSBs rise modestly to 109. Across this era, the broader pattern shows complaints declining from the early-2000s peak and generally staying moderate after 2004, which makes 2008 a clear outlier year. The top reported issues are Service Brakes/Hydraulic (424), Air Bags (318), Engine (142), and Exterior Lighting (73), with 62 crash-related and 13 fire-related complaints; the federal data does not specify root causes. Because the complaint volume is unusually high relative to both adjacent model years and the generation's downward trend, a 2008 Accord demands closer pre-purchase inspection—particularly of brakes and airbags—even though its recall count is not exceptional. Given that discrepancy, it is a riskier buy than a 2007 or 2009 and should only be pursued with documented maintenance and a clean inspection.
All 1,520 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 9 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2012 Honda Accord and Pilot, 2010 Accord Crosstour, 2001-2011 Civic, 2002-2011 CR-V, 2003-2004, 2006-2008 and 2011 Element, 2007 and 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2012… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2018. Owners…
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2014 TSX Sport Wagon, 2010-2013 ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic and Civic Hybrid, 2008-2010 Civic… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer…
Showing 5 of 109 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A18-066 | 2026-06-30 | Air Bags | Service Bulletin - Warranty Extension: Customer Support Program For Front Passenger's… |
| A21120A | 2023-06-13 | Electrical System | Service News - The navigation clock and date are incorrect. This is due to a limited GPS… |
| A21120A | 2022-01-25 | Equipment | ServiceNews Article - The clock shows the incorrect time. This issue is due to a limited… |
| APP05122020 | 2020-05-12 | Equipment | Dealer Message - The May episode of Tech2Tech is now posted. We've got some valuable… |
| A20-016 | 2020-03-10 | Air Bags | Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating… |
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4.2 qt of 5W-20 API, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.