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2008 Honda Accord brakes problems

577 complaints (38% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 22,000. 7 crashes reported.

owner complaints
577
of this car's complaints
38%
typical mileage
22,000
crashes
7
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Foundation components: disc: pads
    7
  • Foundation components: disc: caliper
    3
  • Foundation components: disc: rotor
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Honda Accord brakes problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2008 Honda Accord brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Grinding brakes 134Premature wear 102Brake failure 35ABS 14

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2008 Honda Accord owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 10, 2025 · Brakes · CA

Brakes are too small and where out very quickly. I've had 3 sets of breaks done and my car only has 57000 miles.

Filed Dec 9, 2024 · Brakes, Seat belts · AL

Seatbelt defecto

Filed Apr 6, 2024 · Brakes · FL

Very, very common issue on 8th generation AND 9th generation Honda Accords (as well as other Honda models from this era). ABS modules throw solenoid codes (usually consisting of VSA, ABS, traction control, and parking brake lights on the gauge cluster). Sure, the vehicle's ABS may still operate, however this is still a problem and generally not safe. My 2008 Accord EX-L V6 w/ Nav recently had this problem and I have resolved it by swapping over a used part. Honda wants to charge $2500 on average for both the part and labor. What the problem is, is that the circuit board in these modules have been using the wrong gauge of wire according to many mechanics. According to my mechanic, this thing can be triggered with something as simple as an automated car wash. Honda generally makes great, mostly reliable vehicles that are fun to drive. It's a shame that these modules have not been engineered correctly. I hope that the federal safety agency can take initiative and force Honda to do a recall on these Aisin modules and fit the cars with better engineered ones. Brakes are an ABSOLUTE NECESSITY in cars and it is IMPERATIVE to have a reliable ABS system. Again, this is a widespread issue and hopefully can be resolved by the federal safety agency, working with Honda. Thank you.

Filed Feb 11, 2024 · Brakes, Engine · FL

Brakes: ABS system has been feeling funny for some months. Engine: Consistent P3497 Code which has turned into a check light ON.

Filed Feb 1, 2021 · Acceleration, Brakes · 188,000 miles · MS

Transmission shifts hard on acceleration, causing hard jerks. When braking rpms is still high and engine is high. It is truly an unsafe situation. It seems the car doesn't know what gear to be in. And when you turn it does the same.

Filed Jun 25, 2019 · Brakes · 140,000 miles · NJ

I own 2 honda's an accord and a pilot it is insane the visa modulator went bad on both them. A 1500+ part that also is associated with the ABS and emerg brake. I have 2 relative who also have this problem. The more research I do the more this seems to be a faulty part issue. How is everyone e having this issue? Very unhappy with the cost of this and being forced to utilize a dealership for this fix only. As honda does not allow any other mechanic to fix or reset this code. 121-01. &. 121-21

Filed Apr 17, 2018 · Brakes · 170,000 miles · NC

The brake light continues to go on and off on the dashboard. I have changed my brakes, replaced the brake fluid and the problem persists. I have went to honda and they can only tell you the cost for the repair. I have seen quite a few complaints on other websites with the same problem. I have found multiple websites with the same problem for the 2008, 2009 and 2007 honda accord, I cannot understand how it's affecting a significant amount of vehicles for the honda accord and there is not a recall listed. Especially when it can cause hazardous driving conditions. The light comes on within a minute or two of driving and turns off after reaching 40 MPH. Other times it stays on and the vsa light comes on.

Filed Apr 16, 2018 · Brakes · 18,800 miles · NY

I am the original owner, my car has approx. 24000 miles, I having break problem that is developed approx. Good 5000 miles ago. When the break is applied the font end of the car starts vibrating and shaking, also can filled in the starring wheel.

Filed Jan 13, 2018 · Airbags, Brakes · 106,000 miles · WA

The takata airbags don't work well and also the brake doesn't work well sometimes

Filed Dec 10, 2017 · Airbags, Brakes · MA

Takata recall sometimes my sideairbag signal blinks and when I press the brake paddle hardly it sounds like rough and also sometimes when I touch the door I feel little bit electric shock.

Questions about the 2008 Honda Accord brakes

Does the 2008 Honda Accord have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 577 complaints about the brakes of the 2008 Honda Accord, 38% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2008 Honda Accord brakes problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 22,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2008 Honda Accord brakes?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Honda Accord have bad brakes?

The Honda Accord model years with the most brakes complaints are 2008 (577 complaints), 2018 (260 complaints) and 2009 (236 complaints).

Other 2008 Honda Accord problems

Airbags 379Engine 251Lights 113Electrical 105Transmission 70Seats 34Acceleration 33Steering 33Body 31Visibility 26Suspension 22Seat belts 21Locks 14Driver assistance 12Fuel system 11Wheels 11Tires 9

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