NHTSA Complaint #11685925 — 2018 HONDA ACCORD

The contact's son owns a 2018 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started sputtering and the engine overheated. The engine overheating warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that there was a crack in the engine head. Additionally, radiator fluid was leaking into the engine oil. The vehicle was not repaired. The owner had replaced the turbocharger prior to the failure. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.