2003 Honda Accord: rotors or pads wearing out early

Filed Feb 15, 2019 · Tires · 72,740 miles · NJ

Catastrophic centrifugal explosion of a firestone affinity touring tire while travelling on a congested interstate highway at a fairly high rate of speed (65mph). The force of the explosion tore off the bumper valance, bumper cushion, belly pan, inner fender wells, fender skirt, fender to body mounts and damaged the fender and same-side door. The debris showered into traffic. Tire was purchased new at a firestone dealer in 2014 and had 26k miles according to the figure on warranty. It had no injuries and was never repaired. It's speed rating was 92t and it was manufactured in week 31 of 2012. This tire as well as other three showed signs of premature wear and deterioration. Have purchase receipt and warranty to support the claim of premature wear and deterioration. Have the tire and car also. Photographs are available and have been uploaded to a google's data base for "firestone centrifugal tire explosion."

Filed Feb 24, 2017 · Airbags, Brakes · WA

Takata recall airbags dysfunctional but not replaced by honda, front and rear brake calipers seized up resulting in excessive brake pad wear and damage to rotors. ~$3000 brake job quoted for a honda with only ~150k miles

Filed Aug 9, 2012 · Brakes · 80,000 miles · NJ

According to new york times recent report, the newer honda accord or acura tl has the problem with ebd (electronic brake distribution) when working with its ABS, the problem is excessive brake pad wear. They were recalled. But I believe the older honda accord like my 2003 honda accord lx v6 also suffered from the similar problem, my model accord has the ebd and ABS, it first was found the rear brake pad completely gone at 52k miles on june of 2008 while the front brake pads were still in the good condition. It further suffered from the rear brake caliper (driver-side) failure at around 80k miles. So my vintage of honda accord should be subjected to investigate and possible recall as well.

Filed Dec 15, 2005 · Brakes · 32,000 miles · CA

I was driving 70 MPH on the freeway, and I stepped on my brakes gently to slow down hill. The car started to shake. When I brought it to the dealer's attention during my service, I was told that it was my rotors warped and brake pads rubbing on each other. I research this online through www.mycarstats.com, www.edmunds.com, www.hondaaccordforum.com, and this was a common problem. The dealer told me that everytime I changed my brakes every 20k miles, I would need the rotors resurfaced. This is a cost of $200 at the dealership. It is expensive and unreasonable to expect all accord owners to do this. I called another honda dealership service in the area, and was told that they see this come in every 3 days.

Filed Nov 9, 2004 · Brakes · 10,000 miles · CA

When applying brakes there is a growling sound and vibrations. Vehicle has 30,000 miles is under 100,000 mile warranty. Was told by honda that this model year has soft brake pads and therefore soft rotors. The brakes have 45% wear according to honda which made the rotor warp. They say not covered under warranty. Have done nothing yet.

Filed Oct 18, 2004 · Brakes · NC

2003 honda accord exhibited grinding brake noise when brand new (9-03). Has been in for brake service 6 times. Was told by service manager at cary auto park honda that honda was aware of the defective warped rotors and planned to recall them in the fall of 2003. My rotors were replaced with more defective rotors while waiting for the recall that still has yet to happen. On 10-16-04, I had the rotors inspected by an independent mechanic who said that they were most definitely defective. I am experiencing an ever increasing amount of grinding and shuddering when applying the brakes. I want my "lemon" repaired correctly. I purchased a new car with the understanding that it was free of defects and any defects found would be corrected under warranty.

Filed Oct 14, 2004 · Brakes · UT

Warped rotors. Brake pads need to be replaced. Brakes have been pulsating since around 15000 miles. I have taken the car to dealership on several occasions. On second occasion they produced a memo which stated that several people complained of the vibration and that it was normal for the rotors to heat up and cool down, but they are not warped. Today they told us that it is due to harsh driving and driving in the canyon. They are telling my husband that brake pads and rotors are not covered past 12,000 miles and honda does not cover a "wear" item. We currently have 35,000 miles. So far the repair is going to cost 360.00 with a discount.

Filed Jul 6, 2004 · Brakes · 18,000 miles · CA

Recurring brake rotor warped problem on 2003 honda accord ex sedan.. Problem first noted around 18k miles.. Dealer resurfaced brakes at 30k miles, after complaint was issued.. About 1500 miles later problem recurred.. Symptom appears to come from front brakes, at the end of braking a metallic shudder occurs for the last 2 seconds.. Intermittently upon freeway exiting the problem seems to last much longer, shudder causes the driver to question if the brakes will work or not.. This is the 6th honda I have owned in the past 14 years, and the first one to exhibit such behavior.. I have read other complaints, posts on the internet whereas many drivers are having the same complaint on this newly redesigned model accord. Some posts have made the suggestion that the caliper is the actual defective part of the braking system, all I know, is the warping rotor is causing a very serious and dangerous driving situation.

Filed Jun 20, 2004 · Brakes · CA

Barke rotors warped on my 2003 accord with only 10,000 miles on them- dealer turned the rotors and put on new pads; however, there was no notification from honda regarding the problem- this is a safety issue- all affected cars should be given new rotors.

Filed May 11, 2004 · Brakes · 15,000 miles · TX

Rotors warped after 8000 miles. Had to replace pads and rotors at 15000 miles. Dealer admitted there was an issue with brakes on this car, but honda won't do anything about it.

Filed Apr 14, 2004 · Brakes · 13,000 miles · LA

03 accord lx brake rotors warped. When stopping there is a vibration in the steering and brake pedal. Brake pads also squeek and make grinding noise. Will bring to dealer for assessment

Filed Feb 19, 2004 · Brakes · TX

My 2003 accord had warped rotors after only 6 months. Then at 15k my brakes started squealing and grinding. I took it to dealer and they said my front pads were almost gone. Blamed my driving style and city traffic. I've owned an accord and acura integra prior to this car and they both were on original pads at 45kmiles. I think honda screwed up somewhere with this new model.