2008 honda accord exl-v6 4 door automatic transmission - 8,310 current mileage the 2008 honda accord brake system is defective...see complaints http://www.carcomplaints.com/honda/accord/2008/brakes/premature_brake_wear.shtml I bought my car brand new on 08/20/08. Within months of the purchase the front brakes were replaced and now the rear brakes have a continuous squealing sound. I brought the car in for service but the service rep at the dealer said that it was a known problem and not a safety issue so I should contact honda directly. I have made numerous phone calls to both herb chambers honda in burlington ma ,where I purchased the car, and honda corporation and they have both flat out refused to fix the problem but have both admitted that there is a problem with the brakes again reiterating that it's "not a safety issue". The do not have a time frame as to when a fix will be forthcoming. This is unacceptable!
2008 Honda Accord brakes complaints
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Tl*the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. The vehicle was purchased on june 21, 2008. The contact noticed that the rear brakes were squealing. In may of 2009, he took the vehicle to the dealer and they replaced the brake pads. He believed that it was too premature for the brake pads to be replaced. The failure mileage was 17,450 and current mileage was 17,700.
Loud screeching noise coming from passenger side rear brakes. Screeching continued to get louder so I brought it into honda expecting the issue to be covered by the warranty. I was informed by the service technician that the rear brake pads needed replacing and the sensor was worn out. He said he has been replacing lots of pads on the new accords and that they seem to be prematurely wearing out. After searching the web I found that hundreds of other people have reported this defect.
Premature brake wear on honda accord 2008 models. These new cars require expensive brake repairs (new rotors and brakes) as frequently as every 15k miles. Please see all the complaints at: http://www.carcomplaints.com/honda/accord/2008/brakes/premature_brake_wear.shtml this is dangerous because there are so many other people who may not know that their rear brakes are failing so soon after purchasing a new car. Having owned prior cars, needing to replace brakes every year is unheard of.
Driving on highway and noticed terrible screeching noise from my rear brakes; took to dealer and they said I need new brakes! The car is 1 year old - a 2008 honda accord - primarily highway driving. I have owned many cars in my lifetime and never had to replace rear brakes at 24k miles.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for an oil change and was informed that the rear brakes needed to be replaced. The contact inspected the old rear brake discs and learned that the ABS in the newer hondas will place more wear on the rear brakes because they have thinner pads. He would not have known about this had he not gone to the dealer. Therefore, he believes that there are numerous honda owners that are unaware that the rear brakes are wearing between 20,000-25,000 miles, when it is supposed to be 40,000 miles. The contact believes that a recall should be issued and thicker brake pads should be installed. The current and failure mileages were 22,800.
This incident involved failure of the braking system on my 2008 honda accord with no annunciation or warning that there was any problem with the braking system. Fortunately, I was traveling at slow speeds with very little traffic. I had driven about a mile and a half and had multiple stops for traffic lights and/or stop signs with no indication that there was any problem with the braking system. I had just accelerated after leaving a traffic light and was traveling 25 ? 30 MPH. I attempted to slow to make a right turn into a gas station parking lot. At the point of braking, I observed absolutely no slowing in response to applying brake pressure. There was little resistance on the brake pedal and I continued to depress the pedal. Still with no slowing in response to braking, I used the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. After safely stopping, I attempted to better characterize the braking problem. I was able to repeatedly reproduce the failure, however did confirm that if the brake had been fully depressed and then a very quick pump to the brake, excessive and dramatic pressure was temporarily available. I phoned my husband for assistance and he was able to carefully drive the vehicle, using the emergency brake only to lynwood honda for investigation and servicing. We have been advised by lynwood honda that the ABS modulator had failed, however, there were not faults recorded in the vehicle?s computer which is why no dashboard indication occurred. They also indicated that this was the second such case reported on the 2008 accord. I personally attempted to call honda of america customer service and was not satisfied with the explanation and / or action they were able to advice me they were taking as a result of this incident. Note that the vehicle has been maintained according to honda's recommended schedule and has been done exclusively by the lynwood honda service department.
Brakes have pulsating when braking and require heavy pressure to be applied to stop. Even though car is only 1.5 years old with 18,000 miles, service dealership states new brakes and machining rotors is needed.
This is for my new 2008 v4 honda accord lx: there was serious brake damage incurred from normal wear on the car requiring brake system replacement with only 14,423 miles on the car.
I purchased a 2008 honda accord in 10/2007. I took my vehicle to the dealer today and found out that I needed to replace my brakes. My vehicle only has 16k miles on it. I inquired with the mechanic and he said this is normal wear and tear. I contacted honda customer service via telephone and was informed that honda was aware of an issue regarding "premature brake wear" on 2008 accords and have since remedied the problem with their 2009 models. When I inquired as to what could be done about my situation I was informed there was no resolution that honda could offer. I would need to pay for the brake replacements and if honda did offer some sort of incentive in the future I would be notified since a case was open for me. I furthered my research and googled premature brake wear on 2008 honda accords and was taken to the following linkhttp://www.carcomplaints.com/honda/accord/2008/brakes/premature_brake_wear.shtml I found more than 230 complaints from consumers with the same issue and the need to pay for the replacements out of pocket, some having replaced 2 and 3 times already. Is it to much for me to ask that honda accept responsibility in this flaw and remedy the situation. If there is an issue with premature wear and it was addressed in the newer models, shouldn't something be done about the existing models which have this problem.
Premature rear brake wear on 2008 honda accord lx-p. Car taken for 20k mile service today, was informed rear brakes worn to 2mm while front brakes have 8mm. No mechanical defects advised by dealer, claim normal wear-and-tear. They are covering parts and labor under warranty except the brake pads. Cost to me is $75 in addition to the normal service changes of $148, total bill $213 plus taxes and fees.
1. I purchased an 08 honda accord new 2. Rear brakes wear down prematurely, have to be replaced every 15k miles 3. Honda is denying the issue, and making the customer pay to replace.
My 2008 honda accord lx-p began making a terrible screeching noise when braking and driving. Sound was due to premature rear brake wear at 22,600 miles. Honda said they are aware of the problem but currently won't cover the problem. They are calling this problem normal wear and tear.
2008 honda 4 cyl. Accord ex - premature brake wear. Had to replace rear pads/rotors after only 25k miles, which were all highway miles. Previously owned a 2000 accord, with exact same driving pattern and only replaced every 70k miles. At this rate, I would be spending an additional $3-4k in brake maintenance to get 250k miles! This needs a recall and/or reimbursement for the life of the vehicle.
My 2008 honda accord has rear brake pad failure after only 24k miles. Looking online, this appears to be a consistent problem with owners of the 2008 honda accord.
Took car in to a honda service center for a "minor" service maintenance. Was informed by the service manager rear brakes are worn and won't last till next oil change 3,000 miles. Since I use this for my job of visiting patients at home, I felt at risk if I didn't get brakes fixed. Car mileage 24,000, owner of third honda accord, never had brakes replaced within a year and at such low mileage, not to mention back brakes. There are hundreds of complaints of early brake wear all over the internet. What is it going to take to recall and fix this problem for good. Will someone be injured or hurt before honda is forced to recall for this problem? This is an expensive job and unacceptable to put lives at risk.
I would like to suggest that the federal safety agency investigate the braking system on the 2008 honda accord and other models with the same braking system. Brakes seem to be experiencing premature wear and rotors are becoming warped at 30,000 miles or much sooner. Hundreds of other 2008 honda accord owners have complained of the same problem on car related forums. I realize that brakes are typically a wear and tear thing, but the speed at which these brakes wear seems excessive.
Premature brake wear.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. While driving approximately 5 MPH on normal road conditions, the rear passenger side tire began to squeak loudly without warning. The failure occurred whenever the vehicle was driven at any speed. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they stated that the brakes were worn down to the metal. The rear brake pads were replaced. The failure mileage was 26,000 and current mileage was 27,000. Updated 06/09/09. *lj updated 06/09/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the brakes locked up. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they replaced the service brakes:hydraulic system, including the rotors. The failure and current mileages were 24,000.
2008 honda accord had excessive rear brake wear at 16,877 miles. Rear brakes had to be replaced and rotors turned. Honda technician had no explanation for problem or whether honda was working on solution to problem. I was concerned about safety of using this vehicle.
2008 honda accord with 17000 miles. When braking, the car shakes violently, even more dangerous when roads are wet. Took car to dealership for repair, they said the brake shoes were great, but the rotors needed to be resurfaced. My issue is that rotors should not need to be resurfaced after only 17000 miles. The 2008 honda accord has some type of problem regarding it's braking system, and you need to find out what it is before people are hurt due to this issue.
2008 honda accord, that is not even a year old. I bought the car july of 08 and I immediately noticed squeaky brakes. I was told that the brakes were just wearing in. It continued to squeak every once in a while when I would brake. A couple days ago I heard this awful screeching noise coming from my rear passenger tire. I called honda service and explained this to them and the lady told me to bring it in it was probably just a little rock stuck up in there, no big deal right! Not!!! Now they tell me you have to replace the rear brake pads, which would cost just under $200.00 for them to do. Instead I just bought the honda brand brake pad from the dealer for $65.00 and had my boyfriend install them. This is just a major inconvenience. There is no way that any rear brake pads should be going out on a brand new car that has only just over 20,000 miles on it. Every one that I talk to says wow that way unusual and not right at all! Nothing can be done. Warranty doesn't cover this issue and there is no recall on the braking system. I am extremely disappointed with this!! It's just not fair.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. The contact stated that the rear brakes became worn at 15,795 miles. He felt that this was a safety issue because the front brakes should be wearing out before the rear brakes. The manufacturer stated that the failure was normal. The current and failure mileages were 15,795.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. The contact stated that the rear brakes on his vehicle became worn at 20,000 miles. He felt that this was a safety issue because the front brakes should be wearing out before the rear brakes. The current and failure mileages were 20,000.
Vehicle rear brakes suffer for premature wears. Every 15,000 miles (or less in some cases) brakes make a annoying noise. When bring the car to service, they said rear brakes are damage and need to be replaced. This have been happened twice in one year. Initially, service center personnel said this is due to normal use, but now they have a lot of complaints on this matter, and they are saying manufacturer is evaluating the situation.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact heard a loud squeaking noise in the rear of the vehicle whenever the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the rear brake pads were failing. The brakes were repaired at the cost of $200. The contact called the manufacturer and a report was filed. The failure mileage was 15,000 and current mileage was 16,200. Updated 6/18/09 *cn updated 06/22/09
Premature back brake wear on new honda accord. Had to replace brakes and rotors at 19,000 miles.
2008 honda accord premature rear brake wear-out at 17,000 miles. Called honda of america and was told brake noise was a normal feature. Told rep that if she wished me to remain civil she needed to stop the garbage. She opened a case number and told me to take to dealer. Took to dealer who replaced rear pads and resurfaced rotors as "goodwill repair" - good for them! But this ridiculously fast - and widespread (do a google search on 2008 accord brake problems) - brake wear is a safety hazard that honda should address through a recall.
Bought my 2008 accord in october 2007. Shortly after buying I noticed the brakes squeaked upon stopping especially in rain and cold. I never had it looked at, because to be honest the brakes worked and I didn't want the headache of taking the car in to be looked at. Then at roughly 23,500 miles I started hearing a high pitched noise and upon braking it would feel like sand was grinding in my brakes. It came and went for a few days, so I had the car looked at and was told I needed new rear brakes. Goodyear didn't even have the brakes available so to make it less expensive I picked the brakes from honda and goodyear put them on. It's been about two months and even with the brakes working I still have a squeak when stopping, especially in the cold. It's sooo '!@#$% annoying. This is a new car, a nice car, and I shouldn't have this problem. It's to the point where I regret buying the car. This is my third accord in a row, and my last two were definitely better cars, even if I bought them used. Never have I had brake issues like this.
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