Honda CU2.I Accord Euro (2008-11)

Overview

Released in June 2008, the Honda CU2 Accord Euro was a mid-size, front-wheel drive sedan. Manufactured in Sayama, Japan, the CU2 Accord Euro was powered by a 2.4-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that was mated to either a five-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission. Furthermore, the automatic transmissions featured Grade Logic control to adapt to up- and down-hill driving and sequential shift functions.

K24Z3 engine

The 2.4-litre K24Z3 four-cylinder engine had double overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder and a compression ratio of 11.0:1. The engine also featured Honda’s i-VTEC (intelligent Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) system which consisted of:

• A VTEC system which changed valve lift, timing and duration of the intake valves for low- and high- rpm profiles; and,
• Variable Timing Control (VTC) which continuously adjusted intake camshaft phasing.

Relative to the CL9 Accord Euro’s K24A3 engine, the K24Z3 engine had an increased compression ratio (11.0:1 compared to 10.5:1), larger diameter valves, revised valve timing and reduced exhaust pressure for improved performance and fuel economy. 

Dimensions and body

Compared to its CL9 Accord Euro , the CU2 Accord Euro was 75 mm longer (at 4740 mm), had a 35 mm longer wheelbase (2705 mm), was 80 mm wider (1840 mm) and 5 mm lower (1440 mm). Furthermore, 42 per cent of the CU2 Accord Euro’s body was made from ultra high tensile steel, contributing to a 20 percent increase in torsional rigidity.

Suspension

The CU2 Accord Euro had double wishbone front suspension and double wishbone rear suspension with two diagonal links and three lateral links. In a first for Honda, the Accord Euro’s suspension featured variable dampers which used deflector plates to adjust compression damping characteristics according to vehicle speed, cornering forces and road surface.

Steering

The CU2 Accord Euro introduced a ‘Motion Adaptive Electric Power Steering’ system which was coordinated with the electronic stability control to detect instability and automatically initiate steering inputs to assist the driver to steer in the correct direction.

Safety equipment

Standard safety equipment for the CU2 Accord Euro included dual front airbags, front side airbags, full length curtain airbags, ABS, electronic brakeforce distribution, electronic stability control, traction control, active front seat head restraints and front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters.

Brakes

The CU2 Accord Euro had 320 mm by 32 mm vented front brake discs and 305 mm by 9 mm solid rear discs.

Euro NCAP crash testing

In Euro NCAP crash testing , the CU2 Accord Euro received a five star adult occupant protection rating with a score of 34.89 out of 37. In the offset crash test, there was a slight risk of serious lower leg injury for both front occupants and slight risk of serious chest injury for the front passenger. In the pole test, chest protection was rated as weak for the driver. Under Euro NCAP’s updated testing regime , the Accord Euro was assessed to have an 86 per cent adult occupant safety rating and a 79 per cent child occupant protection rating.

Features: Accord Euro, Luxury and Navi

Standard features for the Honda Accord Euro included 17-inch alloy wheels, a ten speaker sound system (including subwoofer) with a six-disc CD player, WMA/MP3-compatibility and auxiliary inputs, dual-zone climate control air conditioning, cruise control, a ventilated glovebox, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, 60/40 split and folding rear seats, remote central locking, power windows and heated mirrors, an automatically dipping passenger door mirror when reversing, tilt and telescopic steering wheel adjustment, a height adjustable driver’s seat, trip computer and an immobiliser.

While the standard Accord Euro was fitted with a full size spare wheel, the Luxury and Luxury Navigation were fitted with a temporary spare wheel.

Compared to the standard Accord Euro, the Accord Euro Luxury added 18-inch alloy wheels, high intensity discharge headlights, front fog lights, leather seats, eight-way power adjustable and heated front seats, driver’s seat memory settings, front and rear parking sensors, automatic headlights, rain-sensing wipers, an auto-dimming rear view mirror and power sunroof. The Luxury Navi was further equipped with satellite navigation and a reversing camera.

Brochures

• Brochure: Honda CU2-I Accord Euro (June 2009)
• Brochure: Honda CU2-I Accord Euro (February 2010)

Related links

• Press Kit: Honda CU2-I Accord Euro (June 2008)
• Specifications: Honda CU2-I Accord Euro (June 2008)

Honda CU2.II Accord Euro (2011-15)

Overview

Released in July 2011, the CU2 Series II (CU2.II) Accord Euro introduced a subtle facelift and slight fuel efficiency gains. Visually, the CU2.II Accord Euro could be identified by its two-bar grille (three bars previously), clear indicator lenses, revised front bumper, foglight surrounds and air intakes, chrome bootlid strip and ‘softer’ red tail-lights. Inside, there was a new satin finish for the doorhandles, centre console, steering wheel and interior trim; the cloth trim for the entry-level variant also featured ‘anti-dust’ properties.

Safety equipment

Compared to its CU2.I predecessor, standard safety equipment for the CU2.II Accord Euro was improved with the introduction of trailer stability assist.

Features: Accord Euro, Luxury and Navi

Standard features were extended to include a USB input, Bluetooth connectivity with steering wheel controls, automatic headlights and rain-sensing wipers.

The Luxury variant was otherwise unchanged, though the Luxury Navi was further equipped with directional bi-xenon headlights.

Brochure

• Brochure: Honda CU2-II Accord Euro (October 2013)

Related links

• Specifications: Honda CU2-II Accord Euro (2012)
• Honda News: Honda Accord Euro Adds More Value, Style and Technology (July 2011)
• Wikipedia.org: Honda CU2 Accord Euro

Recalls: Honda CU2 Accord Euro

Overview

Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.

Recalls: Honda CU2 Accord Euro

2009 model year Honda CU2 Accord Euro: Takata airbag recall #1

In May 2015, a recall was issued for 2009 model year Honda CU2 Accord Euro vehicles and this recall was updated with new information in September 2017. In these vehicles, propellant wafers in the passenger’s front airbag inflator could absorb moisture over time. This ‘moisture intrusion’ made the inflator assembly susceptible to rupture during airbag deployment, creating a risk that metallic fragments could be projected through the cabin – these posed a risk of serious injury and fatality for vehicle occupants. For the VINs of the recalled Honda Accord Euro vehicles, please see PRA 2015/14703.

2009-11 model year Honda CU2 Accord Euro: Takata airbag recall #2

In July 2016, a recall was issued for 2009 to 2011 model year Honda Accord Euro vehicles and this recall was updated with new information in September 2017. In these vehicles, propellant wafers in the airbag inflators could absorb moisture over time and cause overly aggressive combustion if the airbag was deployed. This, in turn, would create excessive internal pressure that could cause the airbag inflator housing to rupture and scatter metal fragments through the airbag cushion material; these scattered fragments could cause serious and potentially fatal injuries to vehicle occupants. For the VINs of the recalled Honda Accord Euro vehicles, please seePRA 2016/15496.

2012 model year Honda CU2 Accord Euro: Takata airbag recall #3

In January 2017, a recall was issued for 2012 model year Honda CU2 Accord Euro vehicles and this recall was updated with new information in September 2017. In these vehicles, propellant wafers within the front passenger airbag were susceptible to moisture intrusion over time. In the event of an airbag deployment, this could cause overly aggressive combustion of the airbag such that the airbag inflator housing could rupture. If this occurred, metal fragments could pass through the airbag cushion material and scatter throughout the cabin, posing a risk of serious injury or fatality to vehicle occupants. For the VINs of the recalled Honda CU2 Accord Euro vehicles, please seePRA 2017/15856.

2013 model year Honda Accord Euro: Takata airbag recall #4

In January 2018, a recall was issued for 2013 model year Honda Accord Euro vehicles. Over time, propellant wafers in the passenger airbag could absorb moisture. In the event of airbag deployment, the airbag inflator housing could therefore rupture and cause metal fragments to be dispersed throughout the cabin – these fragments posed a risk of serious injury and fatality to vehicle occupants. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2018/16523.

2013-16 Honda Accord Euro: Takata airbag recall #5

In October 2018, recall campaign 6CD was issued for Honda Accord Euro vehicles that were available for sale in Australia from August 2013 to May 2016. In these vehicles, the front passenger airbag contained propellant wafers that could absorb moisture over time. In the event of airbag deployment, excessive internal pressure could cause the metal inflator housing to rupture or explode such that metallic fragments would be projected through the airbag and into the vehicle’s cabin. These metallic fragments posed a risk of serious injury and fatality. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2018/17079.

Search online for recalls by VIN

To see if a Honda vehicle has been recalled, you can conduct a search on the Honda Australia website using its VIN.

Problems and faults: Honda CU2 Accord Euro

Overview

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Problems and faults: Honda CU2 Accord Euro

• The original front brake pads may make squealing noises and cause the brake pedal to pulse under braking and/or steering wheel vibrations – revised brake pads were to be installed along with special V-springs.
• The fuel door may not release due to failure of the rubber spring which pushes the door open.

Released in June 2008, the Honda CU2 Accord Euro was a mid-size, front-wheel drive sedan. Manufactured in Sayama, Japan, the CU2 Accord Euro was powered by a 2.4-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that was mated to either a five-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission. Furthermore, the automatic transmissions featured Grade Logic control to adapt to up- and down-hill driving and sequential shift functions… Read full Honda CU2 Accord Euro review

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Images: Honda CU2.II Accord Euro (2011-15)

Released in July 2011, the Honda CU2 Series II (CU2.II) Accord Euro introduced a subtle facelift and slight fuel efficiency gains. The Honda CU2.II Accord Euro could be identified by its two-bar grille (three bars previously), clear indicator lenses, revised front bumper, foglight surrounds and air intakes, chrome bootlid strip and ‘softer’ red tail-lights. Inside, there was a new satin finish for the doorhandles, centre console, steering wheel and interior trim; the cloth trim for the entry-level variant also featured ‘anti-dust’ properties.

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Euro NCAP: Honda Accord Euro – crash and ESC testing

In Euro NCAP crash testing, the Accord Euro received a five star adult occupant protection rating with a score of 34.89 out of 37. Under Euro NCAP’s updated testing regime, the Accord Euro was assessed to have an 86 per cent adult occupant protection rating and a 79 per cent child occupant protection rating. Videos are provided with the permission of Euro NCAP.

CarBuyer: 2011 Honda Accord Euro

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