2018 Honda Accord: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Apr 15, 2026 · Engine · CA

We’re driving home when the vehicle suddenly had a significant reduction in power and the car would not accelerate beyond 5 mph. Honda calls it “limp mode”. I was approximately 2 to 3 miles from home. Approximately 20 vehicles swerved passed us at normal road speeds of approximately 50 mph. The only warning light that came on was a flashing “check engine” light. The vehicle towed to Elk Grove Honda, I initially thought it may the turbocharger because I could hear a grinding sound emitting from that area. EG Honda diagnosed the issue as coolant leaking into the cylinder, which caused the misfire from a faulty head gasket. It is understood this faulty head gasket issue is part of a California class action lawsuit related to 2018-2022 Honda 1.5L turbocharged VTEC engines.

Filed Feb 4, 2025 · Brakes, Driver assistance · AL

The rear brakes are horrible. They wear so quick. This is my 3rd Honda Accord and I’ve never replaced brakes this much on any Accord I’ve ever owned. Back tires also wear really fast. The rear brakes squeal really bad and makes squealing noises when I’m driving. No brakes are being applied but the noise continues. I’ve had this car for 3 years and I’ve changed brakes 3 times which is ridiculous.

Filed Mar 19, 2023 · Body, Driver assistance · CO

I've filed the specific issues in other complaints, but also wanted to input this for a record. After taking the card to the dealer, the dealer DID NOT address any of the following: Right door speaker rattle Engine squeak (when shutting off) Hood vibration Did not troubleshoot the smell coming from the ventilation system. Did not apply the fix (if there was one) for the infotainment unit restarting abruptly. Did not look at as to why the display shows 100mph speed limit when there is no such thing in the the state of Colorado (that I know of and certainly not where I was driving when this happened). Did not look at why the aux display has issues Did not look at Bluetooth connectivity issues. Did not look at problems with radar and the CMBS system. Of course, the usual response is "we drove it for an hour (if that) and did not see anything."

Filed Mar 19, 2023 · Engine · CO

When the engine is shut down, there is a squeak (have not been able to pinpoint the source). However, prior history on the vehicle considered, wanted to make a record. The vehicle has always had a burning smell to it and, at one point, a dealer's mechanic did replace the head gasket, claiming that was the source of the burning smell. However, the burning smell still persists and I've been wondering if something more serious is going on (as one mechanic did say, there is a possibility of the turbo burning oil due to some defect). Hence, the squeak is suspicious due to that.

Filed Sep 15, 2022 · Brakes, Driver assistance · CA

I have noticed a few times, at least 3 I can recall in the past year I’ve had the vehicle. The most recent being, i had just merged into a left lane. Traffic was light as it was around 8am going the opposite direction of heavy traffic and I was taking my child to school, and my car suddenly jerked like a hard brake motion. I could also hear what sounded like the abs trying to stop the car, kind of like thump but followed by a deep grinding sound like when you suddenly slam on the brakes. I looked to my side and there was no cars near me just the vehicle that was a few cars ahead of me and no one behind. The car was drove fine after that but it worries me that it could do it at the wrong time.

Filed Jul 14, 2022 · Brakes · 38,000 miles · CO

The contact owns a 2018 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the rear-end of the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the electronic brake actuator was fully engaged causing the metal to rub together. The contact stated that the driver’s side rear no longer had functioning brakes. The contact was informed that the electronic brake actuator and brake caliper needed to be replaced. The dealer was contacted; however, the contact was unable to speak with a representative. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 38,000. The consumer stated the vehicle was repaired at owners expense.

Filed Mar 2, 2022 · OK

Door lock actuator. When I push my remote to lock the door it continues to run and grind for a bit. Taking to dealership for diagnosis. I read this is an ongoing issue with Honda vehicles.

Filed Aug 22, 2021 · OH

Driver door lock actuator grinding when lock by hand or when lock placing in gear.

Filed Oct 12, 2020 · Brakes · 25,000 miles · MI

Grinding of rear brakes when driving. Took to dealer and they determined 1 of 4 rear inner brake pads was worn. Researched online and found several other complaints in 2020 for the same issue. Dealer treated symptom by replacing worn pad

Filed Mar 25, 2020 · Transmission · 8,000 miles · TX

While driving on any type of roadway, when changing gears from 1st to 2nd the gears grind and sometimes will not go into gear, though the clutch pedal is fully depressed.

Filed Feb 25, 2020 · Brakes · 70,000 miles · CO

Only the rear brake pads have completely depleted without any of the other ones being close to depleting. Rotor is now grinding on metal backing plate of pad. Car has been in normal use for 70,000 mi.

Filed Nov 26, 2019 · Brakes · 18,000 miles · CA

There was no problems indicated with the stopping ability of the car when all of a sudden a loud grinding noise was heard when the brakes were applied. The car was immediately taken to the dealer only 2 miles away and when it was inspected I was told both passenger side brakes were down to metal with no pads left. The dealer said something had failed causing the condition which was requiring more parts to be replaced. If we were farther from the dealer ( barber honda bakersfield) this could have resulted in complete brake failure is my understanding.