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1HGCV1F34KA123456 (sample)
- Year
- 2019
- Make
- Honda
- Model
- Accord
- Trim
- Sport
- Body style
- Sedan/Saloon
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Cylinders
- 4
- Displacement (L)
- 1.5
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- CVT
- Assembly country
- United States
Open safety recalls
Fuel pump (sample)
Campaign 21V215000 · reported 03/25/2021
The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can cause the engine to stall while driving and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge.
Autoquiry Risk Flags
Red — High concern
- One applicable safety recall campaign was found in this sample.
- Recall repair completion must be confirmed with the manufacturer using the VIN.
This flag summarizes the records and inspection findings available to Autoquiry. It is not a guarantee of vehicle condition, title history, or future reliability.
Recall status
Red — 1 open recall apply to this vehicle
One or more safety recall campaigns cover this year, make and model. Recall repairs are always free at a franchised dealer.
Whether the repair was completed on this exact car is only published by the manufacturer, so confirm it free of charge with the VIN before you buy:
Check repair status on Honda owner siteVIN: 1HGCV1F34KA123456
Mileage red flags
Recorded odometer: 48,200 miles
Odometer fraud affects hundreds of thousands of cars each year. Compare the reading against these warning signs before you buy:
- Odometer reading lower than a previous title, service, or inspection record — a classic rollback sign.
- Wear that doesn't match the miles: shiny or worn pedals, steering wheel, driver's seat, and gear shifter on a 'low-mileage' car.
- Missing or inconsistent service history, or stickers (oil change, inspection) showing higher mileage than the dash.
- Dashboard warning lights, misaligned odometer digits, or tool marks around the instrument cluster.
- Title issued recently in another state, which can hide a previous odometer brand.
Title & history alerts
No theft, salvage, or flood-damage records were found in the free national databases for this vehicle (sample).
Title and theft records are held by the National Insurance Crime Bureau and state DMVs. Your report includes a direct link to run the free official NICB VINCheck for this exact VIN.
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2019 Honda Accord Sport · 48,200 miles
1HGCV1F34KA123456 (sample)
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Price check — At market
Asking $18,900 (-6% vs estimate)The asking price falls inside our estimated range for this vehicle.
- • Illustrative market range only
- • 2019 sedan · 48,200 miles
Estimate based on public depreciation patterns for the vehicle's age, segment, mileage and inspected condition. It is a guide for negotiation, not an appraisal, financing valuation or guarantee of resale value. Local demand, options and history can move real prices.
Known problems for this model year
Fuel pump recall — confirm completion
What to check: Ask a Honda dealer to verify outstanding campaigns using the VIN. Watch for stalling or difficulty starting.
Typical repair cost: An applicable open recall is repaired free by the dealer (sample).
Possible fuel dilution in engine oil
What to check: Check the oil level and service history; ask a mechanic to investigate a strong fuel smell or an unexpectedly high oil level.
Typical repair cost: $100–$250 for an initial diagnostic check; further repairs vary (illustrative USD estimate).
Ownership cost outlook
- Insurance
- $120–$200 per month; driver, location and coverage affect quotes (sample).
- Fuel
- About $1,300 per year at 12,000 miles, 32 mpg and $3.50/gallon (sample assumptions).
- Maintenance
- $500–$900 per year for routine servicing and wear items, excluding major repairs (sample).
Illustrative running costs: roughly $3,240–$4,600 per year, excluding finance, depreciation, taxes and major repairs.
Questions to ask the seller
- Can you provide dealer confirmation that the fuel pump recall was completed?
- Do you have oil-change records, and has the oil level ever risen between services?
- When were the tires and brakes last replaced?
- Has the car had accident repairs or warning lights, and may I arrange an independent inspection?
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