Honda Paint Code: Where to Find It
Your Honda paint code looks like NH-731P or R-81: one or two letters, a dash, numbers, and sometimes a letter on the end. It's on the label in the driver's door jamb. That code is all we need to mix your touch-up paint to Honda's factory colour.
Where to find the paint code on your Honda
| Model | Where to look |
|---|---|
| Civic, City, Jazz (Fit), Accord | Label on the driver's door jamb (B-pillar) |
| HR-V (Vezel), CR-V, ZR-V | Label on the driver's door jamb |
| Odyssey, Shuttle, Stream | Driver's door jamb label |
| Older models | Driver's door jamb, or a plate under the bonnet |
How to read a Honda paint label
Look for a code in the format NH-731P. The last letter tells you the finish: P is pearl and M is metallic. Codes with no letter on the end, like NH-578, are solid colours. The label also shows a VIN and other numbers. You can ignore them.
If you're not sure which part is the code, send us a photo of the whole label and we'll tell you.
Common Honda colours
| Code | Colour name | Type |
|---|---|---|
| NH-578 | Taffeta White | Solid |
| NH-883P | Platinum White Pearl | Pearl |
| NH-788P | White Orchid Pearl | Pearl |
| NH-731P | Crystal Black Pearl | Pearl |
| NH-830M | Lunar Silver Metallic | Metallic |
| NH-797M | Modern Steel Metallic | Metallic |
| R-81 | Milano Red | Solid |
Honda sometimes uses different names for the same colour in different countries, and similar-looking whites need different paint. That's why we mix by the code on your label, not the name.
Pearl whites
Platinum White Pearl and White Orchid Pearl are built in layers at the factory. On a stone chip or small scratch, the shade matters most, so we mix these to match the finished shade. If you choose the Professional Kit, we can also supply the pearl layer.
Can't find your Honda paint code?
- Check the owner's manual or service book. Some list the colour name and code.
- Ask a Honda dealer. They can look up the colour from your car's VIN (chassis number).
- Choose your make, model and year when you order. We'll show the colours offered for your Honda.
- Email us a photo. Send a photo of your car and any label you can find to info@colourtubes.com.au, and we'll work it out.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the paint code on a Honda Civic?
On the label in the driver's door jamb, usually below the barcode.
What is Honda's black paint code?
The most common Honda black is Crystal Black Pearl, code NH-731P.
Is Taffeta White the same as Platinum White Pearl?
No. Taffeta White (NH-578) is a solid white and Platinum White Pearl (NH-883P) is a pearl. They need different paint, so check your label.
Will Colour Tubes paint match my Honda?
Yes. We mix every order to Honda's factory paint code in Brisbane, and deliver across Australia and to Singapore.
Ready to fix your Honda?
- Shop Stone Chip Repair Kits
- Compare all four kits
- Paint code help for other car brands
- Not sure of your code? Email info@colourtubes.com.au or call +61 7 3062 2570
