Parts for your 2007 Honda Accord-Universal joints

2007 Honda Accord universal joints — are they used?

For a 2007 Honda Accord (seventh generation, front‑wheel drive), traditional driveline universal joints aren’t fitted. Technical references including the Honda Accord 2003–2007 Service Manual (Driveline/Axle section), the Honda electronic parts catalogue for the CM/CL/CP platforms, and the Haynes Repair Manual for 2003–2012 models all show front driveshafts using constant velocity (CV) joints, with no rear propeller shaft or cardan-type U‑joints in the driveline.

Why’s that the case? Front‑wheel‑drive cars need to transmit power through large steering and suspension angles while keeping wheel speed smooth. Universal joints cause a speed fluctuation at an angle, which can lead to vibration. CV joints, by design, keep the output speed constant regardless of angle, which is why FWD vehicles like the 2007 Accord use Rzeppa‑type outers and tripod‑type inners instead. This is standard engineering practice noted in references like the Bosch Automotive Handbook (CV joints for FWD applications).

One small caveat: the Accord does have a steering intermediate shaft that uses small universal joints to link the column to the rack. That’s a steering component, not a driveline U‑joint. It’s generally non‑serviceable and only replaced if there’s play, binding, or corrosion.

So, if someone’s shopping for “universal joints” for a 2007 Accord’s driveline, they won’t find any. What they should focus on instead are the CV joints and rubber boots on the front driveshafts. During routine servicing (every service or roughly 10,000–15,000 km), it’s smart to:

• Inspect CV boots for splits, grease sling, or perishing.
• Listen for clicking on full lock (outer CV) and vibration on acceleration (inner CV).
• Address boot damage early to avoid joint wear, once contaminated, the joint often needs replacement.
• Use quality replacements and correct axle‑nut torque if a driveshaft is changed, and check wheel alignment if components are disturbed.

Technical sources referenced: Honda Accord 2003–2007 Service Manual (Helm), Honda parts catalogue (CM/CL/CP), Haynes Repair Manual (Honda Accord 2003–2012), Bosch Automotive Handbook (CV joint fundamentals for FWD).

Popular questions

Does a 2007 Honda Accord have universal joints in the driveline?

No. It’s front‑wheel drive and uses CV joints on the front driveshafts instead of driveline U‑joints. There’s no rear prop shaft on this model.

What should be serviced instead of universal joints on a 2007 Accord?

Keep an eye on the CV joint boots and listen for clicking or vibration. Replace damaged boots promptly and use the correct torque on the axle nut if a shaft is replaced.

Are there any universal joints on a 2007 Accord at all?

Yes, but only in the steering intermediate shaft. They’re separate from the driveline and are replaced if there’s play, stiffness, or rust causing a notchy steering feel.