Rear brakes were replaced after 20,000 on 2008 honda accord. Honda service indicated that 2008 model year change modified when rear brakes engage at stopping. 2008 accords engage the rear brakes a fraction of second prior to front brakes preventing front dipping. This was done without enlarging the caliper/pad/rotor dimensions/capacity.
2008 Honda Accord brakes complaints
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Scrapping metal sound in rear of car. Had to have rear brake pads replaced. Was informed around 26k miles that the brakes were less than 25% and had to replace them 5k miles later.
Rear brakes going out at 22,800 miles on 2008 honda accord.
At roughly 6,000 miles, my 2008 honda accord began making high-pitched noises (which came from the rear of the car). I brought it into my dealership and they stated, "we could not replicate the noise that you heard." so I continued to drive it. At 22,000 miles, I had to replace my rear brake pads due to uneven ware. The driver side rear pads were okay, however, the passenger side pads showed uneven ware. The inside pad was completely gone. Discussed what I had found with my new accord with dealership. They stated that my car was still under warranty, but because it was a brake pad issue, it was considered "normal" ware and tare... They wanted close to $300.00 for repair. I purchased new pads from napa auto parts and installed myself. I have my old pads as evidence and all receipts from bringing my car to the dealership (which they were unable replicate the problem). However, after further investigation online, this defect is surfacing all over the united states (carcomplaints,com, edmunds, etc.) this is a serious issue that is not being addressed and injuries will occur or worse if this is not rectified.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. While driving approximately 55 MPH he heard a loud grinding noise near the right rear brakes when they were engaged. The contact was able to continue driving to his residence. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who replaced both rear rotors and brake pads. The failure mileage was 16,760 and the current mileage was 16,810.
2008 honda accord rear brake failure.
I have only 23,000 miles on my car and the rear brakes are failing on my 2008 honda accord.
Rear brakes pads worn out in less than 25000 miles and at that time damaged the brake disk and weak braking occurred. The noise of the rear brakes were present from 10,000 miles and were ensured brakes were ok.
08 honda accord rear brakes started squealing at 28,000 miles. Dealer said pads were a honda problem and were 'soft' and dealer replaced them. I was concerned about the front brake pads because of problem with rear, and dealer said the front pads were fine. Then about 33,000 miles I started to get a shimmy in the front when I braked at highway speed (over 55 MPH). It wasn't too bad at first, but progressively got worse. When the front started to pull to the left when I braked coming off the interstate, I told the service manager at the dealership and he said it's probably a warped rotor. Plus, the service manager said there had been other complaints. He said he would machine the front rotors, but I would have to pay for it. The cost is way beyond my budget. I have nearly 39,000 miles on the brakes and the shimmy is a major shake when I brake at highway speed and at low speeds it feels like I'm driving on rocks when I brake, although I'll be on a smooth service. The pull to the left coming off the interstate is so wrong for a 2008 car. I had it aligned twice just in case that was the problem, but I was assured the alignment was good, but the rotors were not. This was from a highly experienced mechanic not employed by honda. He also said he had talked to a number of owners of honda accords of the 2008 or later model year and they had the same problem with brake rotors warping. That's the events leading up to the problem. The brake rotor failure occurs every mile I drive and the consequences are it takes much more stopping distance when I apply the brakes, and if it's wet, even more stopping distance to safely operate the vehicle. Nothing has been done to correct the failure. Honda says it must be the way I brake, although most of my driving is on the interstate. I found out from other honda accord owners that have had the rotors turned that they have to do it again in 15,000 miles. This is a major safety issue, and honda needs to recall accords and fix them.
Hello, I have a 2008 accord lx, this is the 4th accord I have owned. My concern is with the rear brakes. I am on my 3rd set of rear brake pads and the car has 37,385 mi on it. The front ones have not been changed yet and they are the primary pads to stop with. I took it to the dealer at 19000 mi and after a long debate they replaced the back pads at no charge.I just replaced them for a 2nd time at 37,000 mi. I noticed that the piston on the rear caliper screws out when its used for braking. Every other caliper I have worked with when you push on the brakes the piston pushes on the rotor then releases. The piston on this accord screws out but does not screw back in causing the brakes pad to have great constant presure on the rotor. I as the dealer about it and they said there is no recall. Either way the breaks should not have to be replaced every 19,000 miles especially if they are the rear brakes the front brake have not been replaced yet and still have plent of life left in the pad. In closing I want to let you know that this is not proper and to as if there is a recall or design change be made to this produce.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. While the vehicle was being serviced at an authorized dealer, the mechanic advised her that the rear brakes needed to be replaced. The contact stated that she made an appointment for routine maintenance; however, the dealer cut the rotor and replaced the brake pedals. The approximate failure mileage was 35,266 and the current mileage was 35,269. Updated 09/22/10.
I was told my rear brakes on my 2008 honda accord have worn down and need to be replaced soon. I have had the car for slightly less than 2 years and only have 23,342 miles on it. I purchased a new car form honda so this was not a used car. Given the low amount of miles over this time period these brake pads have worn out faster than they should have especially since I have put much less than 15,000 miles per year on this vehicle. I have not replaced the parts yet as I just found out about it.
Rear brake pads are wearing down prematurely. I have a 2008 honda accord ex-l and have gone threw two pad replacements and one set of rotors replaced and am about to replace rotors again. I contacted honda to inform them that two mechanics have seen the brake pads from the front and the rear. They were amazed at how quickly the rear pads wear down. Honda response that the braking system was new and the braking power now has a 60 - 40 distribution. 60 % on the rear and 40% on the front. Every mechanic that I've spoke to about this stated that if the vehicle was rear wheel drive then they can understand "somewhat" but for a front wheel drive vehicle the front brakes should be taking most of the power to stop. Never the less , honda stated that they are aware of complaints about the same issue and that they were correcting the issue but my case is not the same. Every online article I read showed the exact same issue I encountered. All I want is my brakes to be corrected before I die or any one of my kids die. Somewhere online I was told that a class-action lawsuit was filed with honda with regards to the brake wear.
2008 honda accord, took it to another honda dealer and they stated in writting that the brakes were put on wrong by the previous dealer (steve jones honda of aberdeen 910-6921-2111). I contacted honda corp, because steve jones told me to take a flying leap and contact them and get involved with the class action lawsuit, can not because it was there shotty work. Please assist in this situation. Formal complaint with honda corp is numbered [xxx] . Please retrieve my information soon because getting ready to be deployed back to afghanistan. Thank you information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
I went to rick case honda with my '08 accord, the service person showed me my rear brakes were worn. He stated I could have them replaced, due to a lawsuit and brake defect, then honda would reimburse me for the cost. I had the brakes done, called honda and they said that they are not reimbursing anybody. Now I'm out $160.
Brakes are defective on the 2008 & 2009 accord. My rear brakes & rotors were replaced at approximately 14,100 miles, approximately 1 year ago prior to a class action lawsuit filed against honda for the defective brakes. According to honda the new material (brakes are to be released mid june 2010. I contacted honda (see case #[xxx]) I advised them that I wanted the new brakes put on the vehicle as the earlier brake shoes appear to be defective. They advised that I would have to pay for that. There is written documentation available that states the brakes are bad and there is a new procedure to put the brake pads on. As that documentation was not available when my brakes were replaced I now still have the defective brake pads that have not been installed according to the new procedure. I would also note that at 17,500 miles my front shoes are almost completely worn also. This is a serious situation which can lead to brake failure resulting in a serious accident. I would asks you to look at ww.carcomplaints.com for further documentation my hyperlink is http://www.carcomplaints.com/honda/accord/2008/brakes/premature_brake_wear.shtml and is complaint #836. I would also refer you to this link which explains the details further http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2050392. In short this is an extremely serious problem that honda has until this point apparently covered up. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
I have 34,000 miles on my 2008 honda accord ex, the engine has been revving when I reach approx 2,000 RPM and the dealer tells me this is normal. The car began making this sound only a few months ago, so it is not normal. I am also told that my rear brakes are already worn and need replaced asap. The cost of the brakes to be replaced is over $500, which seems a little steep, especially with honda already having settled the lawsuit over this models brake issues.
I have 2008 honda accord which I purchased it new in 2007. I changed the back brakes after 12,000mile and I took it to service dealer after 6500 mile for oil change and they told me I need new back brake again(this is after changing the brake 6,500 mile ago). I received the letter from honda company that there was the defect and it was fixed and they pay for my last brake change. Now I have a problem with brake and the problem was not fixed. Do you have any recommendation or suggestion in regards to this problem. Thank you!
Premature failure of rear brake pads.
I am a victim of premature rear brake pads and possible worn rotors. I first started experiencing a loud screeching noise coming from the rear brakes in the summer of 2009. I also heard that noise everytime I put the car in reverse and started reversing. I brought the car in for an oil change in october 2009 and advised them of the situation. They claimed they heard nothing and to wait for the next service to observe the brakes. I came in a month later for a different service and advised them I still hear the squeaking noise from the brakes. They wanted me to resurface my rear rotors and change my rear breaks. I didn't understand how my car needed to have my rotors resurfaced and brakes replaced so soon. I had the car for a year so my brakes or rotors shouldn't be serviced this early. After I declined and was upset, they said to wait for my next service to do both service. Then I went to many websites like carcomplaints.com and other sites where I seen many other owners were experiencing the same thing. I couldn't understand how the rear brakes needed to be replaced under 15000 miles before the front brakes. I keep checking if there is a recall but nothing yet.
Honda accord 2008 has a brake problem (rear) pads simply disintegrate at 28,000 miles. Call to manufacturer honda on the telephone the representative confirmed a class action law suit but did not offer any solution like honda to fix the problem. No action was deemed necessary as it was not safety related. From when did not able to stop your car become a non safety related problem. My other car is a toyota and they did all in their power rectify the defects and pay a fine. The federal safety agency definitely needs to bring honda down to reality and check on the numerous problems related to brakes. Brakes are definitely safety related and any outside chance that they fail should be a major safety violation. Please enforce the rules on honda and acura. They have a very secretive and defensive attitude. If they had paid for the brake service I wouldn't be writing to you.
Inspection of brakes at 28,000 were noted to be good wear, 60% remaining at tire rotation service. At 29,000 miles, loud noise was found to be totally worn rear brakes (only on the inside portion) unevenly worn and not found previously. New brakes replaced but now I expect the same unsafe wearing of this brake. Not sure I am getting full braking control.
Premature rear brake pad failure on my 2008 honda accord.
Tl*the contact owned a 2008 honda accord. The contact was driving at 65 MPH when the left rear wheel locked up, causing the vehicle to skid. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that the caliper had locked up. The dealer also stated that there was a class action lawsuit for the brake pads but not the calipers. The current and failure mileages were 37,873.
I bought my used 2008 honda accord ex in march 2010 when the mileage was 18000. In 2 months, at 23000, I started to hear screeching sounds coming out of the rear tires when I pressed the brakes. Slowly, this problem started to worsen and the noise started to become more louder and it was sounding as metal with metal. This happened both when car was traveling at 40-50 MPH and also when braking. This occurs all the time during the day. Initially it starts off as no noise but after 10 minutes at low speeds the noise starts to crackle and its very embarrassing especially when braking at the lights and at stop and go traffic. I took this to the mechanic and he said that the rear brakes have worn out and needs to be replaced. He changed the rear brake pads, brakes, motor and also flushed out the brake fluid. In total this cost me $700 including the labor. When I bought my honda, I looked at the reliability of the car and with such low mileage I did not expect it to give me any issues. Alas within just 3 months I have had to spend a fortune on the car.
I purchased a 2008 honda accord lx, 3.2l in august of 2008. It currently has 22676 miles and I had to replace the rear brakes last week. I began hearing a squeaking noise the week before and took the car to my local honda service center. They informed me that the rear brakes were completely worn. I questioned the brake wear because of the low miles on my vehicle and the fact that it is a front wheel drive car. Honda stated that they are aware the brakes are an issue, however it will not be covered under warranty.
2008 honda accord had rear brakes completely worn down to the sensor at 18,000 miles. Received information in mail from law firm that honda acknowledged issue in a class action lawsuit and will reimburse up to $150 in repair costs. This does not fix the safety issue of burning through a set of brake pads in under 20,000 miles as well as the repeated trips to the service department and inconvenience. Sounds like a major problem that should be investigated.
Premature brake wear on 2008 honda accord relating to current class action lawsuit.
Rear brakes failed at 16,000 miles and 48,000 miles after replacing the original brakes with ceramics on 2008 honda accord, premature wear.
I purchased a brand new 2008 honda accord ex 2.4l in may of 2008. Since then I have had numerous brake problems including early wear of the rear brake pads and warping of the rotors(starting at about 19,000 miles). My vehicle currently has 35,000 miles and under normal circumstances I do not believe that brake pads or rotors should deteriorate at such low miles. According to the 2008 honda accord rear brake pad settlement, I believe that all brake related problems such as rotor warp should be included as well. The rotor warp causes the steering while/car to shake while applying the brakes and causes excessive noise and instability in braking when braking on a decline (ie. Hill or mountain).
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