Which Honda car was first built at Marysville, Ohio in 1982?

The Honda Accord was the first Honda car built at Marysville, Ohio, beginning production there in 1982.

The second-generation Accord, introduced in 1981, became the first automobile from a Japanese manufacturer to be produced in the United States. Honda assembled it at the Marysville Auto Plant, marking a major step in the company’s North American manufacturing strategy.

The Marysville operation initially focused on Accord production and later expanded to other Honda and Acura vehicles. The Accord’s American production also helped Honda respond to strong U.S. demand while reducing reliance on imported cars.

A common mix-up is confusing the Accord with the Civic, Honda’s smaller compact car. The Civic was globally important, but the 1982 Marysville milestone specifically belongs to the Accord. The model has since become one of Honda’s best-known nameplates and has sold millions worldwide.