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2018 Honda Accord brakes complaints

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Filed Jan 1, 2020 · Brakes, Electrical · 4 miles · PA

Driving at the highway, car suddenly slow down from 70mph to 40-50mph,there were any car in front of me! I have nothing on my windshield! There weren't any stop or traffic sign! So honda stop saying I am driving recklessly! For few second I regained control of gas, I have to speed up my car so I don't get rear end, then everything happen again, car decided to tap brake by itself. This happen multiple time during the highway driving. Screen pop up said collision mitigation break system error. Please contact honda dealership. After contact dealership for repair. Was told that they could not determined the problem since the error did not show up during their in house testing. And yes, error code disappeared after car restarted. But problem consists after long distance drive. I don't know I should drive this car or I have pray you god that one day I don't get rear end because honda accord decides to brake itself!

Filed Dec 28, 2019 · Brakes, Electrical · 3,000 miles · WA

Here is a description of the safety issues this car continues to have that the manufacturer and two dealers will not fix under the manufacturer's warrantee because they claim they can not duplicate and there are no stored error codes. This car has a lane departure mitigation (ldm) system that has falsely activated many times while the car is centered on the driving lane. The ldm activates by providing a warning on the dashboard and by moving the steering wheel quickly to the left and to the right which distracts the driver (a safety issue) and once caused me to almost steer the car into a semi on my right by compensating for the left steering wheel movement. This car also has a lane keep assist system (lkas) which repeatedly has steered the car off the road. Both these issues have been recorded and provided to ahm and both dealers. These issues happen randomly on city streets and highways. Additionally, this car has issues with randomly displaying an incorrect speed limit on the dashboard (100 MPH in a 60 MPH zone), falsely warning "steering is required" on the dashboard, a "shift to park" warning while repositioning the car and the engine is on, and the brake assist/anti-collision falsely activating when nothing is directly in the path of the car. All of these happen while the car is operating on city streets and highways.

Filed Nov 26, 2019 · Brakes · 16,000 miles · CA

When driving down the highway and higher MPH (50+) roads, generally but not always with the cruse control on, the brakes suddenly apply themselves very hard causing the car to become a sitting target for cars coming from behind. This has happened a multitude of times and when it was taken to the dealer with a complaint about it they kept the car but returned it saying they couldn't find anything to repair.

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.

Filed Nov 26, 2019 · Brakes · 22,000 miles · TX

I was accelerating from a stop at a red light and once I hit about 10-15 MPH, the collision mitigation system came on and slammed the car to a complete stop for no apparent reason. I have a dash camera video which shows the incident. This was on a clear, sunny day on a non-busy city street (overpass).

Filed Nov 22, 2019 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 14,290 miles · CO

The vehicle had a sudden loss of function in: 1. Road departure mitigation 2. Collision mitigation 3. Adaptive cruise control 4. Braking system the vehicle was in motion at speed of 10-40mph, with air temperature of 28-32 degrees and snowy conditions. Honda has repeatedly refused to investigate numerous, potentially sw/hw - related issues that have been manifesting themselves in other parts of the vehicle. What happened today was a new set of symptoms, but with much higher severity and no obvious precedent. I have already had to disable the lane departure and the collision avoidance systems on this vehicle due to their erratic behavior. However, in this case the messages that have come up (will attache photos) demanded that the vehicle be taken to the dealer and the errors and message did not go away upon multiple restarts of the vehicle. Upon arrival to the dealer, it was indicated to me that honda is aware of some of the other issues I've been experiencing with the vehicle and still (months hence) does not have a fix, and that honda has, essentially, been resorting to testing their vehicle on the customers, instead of more rigorous pre-release testing, instead choosing to use the dealers as a quasi-test/r&d department. The multiple safety system failure I experienced today is a pretty clear indication of that. I have filed another complaint with nthsa related to the other issues and would urge you to initiate a recall on all of the honda accords (and possibly odysseys and pilots as they share some of the sub-systems) for the 2018, 2019 and the coming 2020 models.

Filed Nov 12, 2019 · Brakes, Driver assistance · MN

Collision mitigation system failed, brake light is on, adaptive cruise control system warning is on

Filed Nov 4, 2019 · Brakes · 15,000 miles · CT

Rear brake pads are wearing quicker than the front, I barley have any life in the rear pads. (wearing out twice as fast as they normally should) just like what happened to the 2008-2010 accords. Honda looked at the issue and completely ignored it, they told me its dangerous if I dont change them and they didnt say anything about them wearing out quick.

Filed Oct 25, 2019 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 7,000 miles · TX

The brake system alert is flashing on the dashboard while vehicle in motion and there is no break issue. It appears to be a flawed collision mitigation brake system sensor as this keeps flashing across the dash in big bold letters and wont go off. I just bought this vehicle brand new 5 months ago. When turning car off and back on the message is still there and wont go away.

Filed Oct 13, 2019 · Acceleration, Brakes · 20,613 miles · NJ

While driving on highway at 65 MPH with cruise control on brakes suddenly applied themself nearly causing a vehicle to strike me in the rear .several alarms were displayed on dash first was adaptive cruise control second collision mitigation braking system third departure mitigation system problem all alarms said to see your dealer . I took pictures with my cell phone of all alarms displayed but I'm having difficulty uploading to report . I can send a attachment specific to the claim if needed or if a email could be given I would forward such.

Filed Oct 10, 2019 · Brakes · 31,200 miles · NJ

My car (3 times now) while driving on a highway will suddenly brake hard with no cars in front of it almost causing a rear end collision with my car. An orange light comes on the dashboard saying (brake) in large letters. I am getting scared to drive the car now.

Filed Oct 7, 2019 · Brakes · 13,000 miles · CA

When traveling at high speeds the brakes keep setting themselves. We were almost rear ended during one instance. The honda dealer has not been able to fix this very dangerous situation.

Filed Oct 6, 2019 · Brakes · 20,000 miles · IL

I went to the dealership for and oil change at 20,000 miles and was told that my rear pads were worn and needed to be replaced. The front pads are fine. This issue was recalled in 2010 and needs to be recalled again.

Filed Sep 23, 2019 · Brakes · 20,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2018 honda accord. While driving various speeds, on several occasions, the vehicle stopped and the brakes seized. The contact disabled the braking feature. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to dch academy honda (1101 u.s. 9, old bridge, nj 08857, (732) 847-4391) where it was diagnosed that the brake caliper needed to be replaced and the vehicle needed to be calibrated. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000. The VIN was unknown.

Filed Sep 21, 2019 · Brakes · 64,000 miles · IL

Collision mitigation braking system warning indicator is visible on the dash after vehicle shudders and jerks, and adaptive cruise control becomes disabled until the car restarts. This happens while vehicle is in motion at highway speeds, above 50mph.

Filed Sep 21, 2019 · Brakes · 12,500 miles · NV

Brake pulsates are when applying brakes at speed 40 moh or higher. Since I noticed and took it to the dealer after 12.5k miles they will not cover the repair. According to the associate this will continue to happen every 12k miles.

Filed Sep 14, 2019 · Acceleration, Brakes · 9,600 miles · NJ

Collision mitigation system does not work; initial issue was warning systems went on with no one in front of car. Second time brakes were applied to vehicle with no one in front of car, leading to car induced panic stop on road, thankfully, no one was trailing my car at that time. Honda test drove and could not find anything; since this is sporadic, this was not surprising. Told them it is a very dangerous condition and that this is a well documented complaint on websites; they told us we can turn off front mitigation collision system each time we drive. Requested dealership general manager to report this condition to regional director at honda

Filed Sep 6, 2019 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 29,000 miles · NJ

My 2018 honda accord sport crash mitigation system is not working correctly at highway speed with no vehicles around the brakes apply hard at times taking the car from 65 miles an hour down to 40 MPH in just a few seconds on one occasion I almost got rear ended by a tractor trailer honda says there's nothing they can do about it

Filed Sep 1, 2019 · Brakes · 13,000 miles · AZ · 1 injury

My 2018 honda accord braked spontaneously for no reason. The word brake appears on the console and the car engages the brakes suddenly and forcefully. I've had several incidents and there were no vehicles or objects in front of my vehicle. During two episodes, I was driving 40 MPH when my car braked spontaneously- it caused my head/neck to jerk forward. Fortunately, the vehicles behind me did not tear end me. I called the dealership. They said the brake mitigation system engages when driving through construction zones and told me to turn off the system in construction zones. He said 'that's how the system is designed to work'. I was not in a construction zone. This is extremely dangerous. It appears honda is aware of the problem and is not taking steps to correct it.

Filed Jul 28, 2019 · Acceleration, Brakes · 11,921 miles · TN

Multiple errors involving vehicle's collision mitigation braking system (cmbs). Cmbs system fails regularly (approximately every 120 miles of driving) during routine use at freeway speeds. System failure shuts down adaptive cruise control (acc), collision mitigation braking system (cmbs) and displays error to "see your dealer".

Filed Jul 26, 2019 · Brakes · 21,800 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2018 honda accord. While driving 70 MPH, the brakes seized when the brake pedal was depressed. During the most recent brake failure, the vehicle hopped a curb and the front and rear driver's side tires became damaged. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for the tire repairs. The vehicle was then taken to coral springs honda (9400 w atlantic blvd, coral springs, fl 33071, (954) 369-4679) to be diagnosed, but the failure could not be replicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided a case number. The failure mileage was 21,800.

Filed Jul 1, 2019 · Brakes · 10,000 miles · IN

When driving with cruise control and forward collision avoidance system enabled the car will at random times apply the breaks when there is nothing in front of the vehicle. So far this has happened during interstate driving approximately 2-4 times in the first 10,000 miles of ownership.

Filed Jun 29, 2019 · Acceleration, Brakes · 22,000 miles · CA

Collision mitigation braking system activated for no reason, on surface roads and highway speeds, vehicle slammed on brakes automatically, there is nothing on the road in front of the car. This has occurred numerous times. Dealerships told me that there was no registration in the warranty system because they were unable to fix the problem so no record of this problem was sent to honda USA.

Filed Jun 29, 2019 · Brakes · 9,500 miles · VA · 1 injury

Today I was driving home, doing 45 miles per hour. This is a two lane road, there were no cars near me. Suddenly, the car beeped twice, the brake sign came on the dashboard and the car stopped violently. The seat beat locked down across me. Thankfully there was no one behind me. My neck and right shoulder are now hurting. The incident happened a mile from my home. My husband called the honda dealer when I got home to report the incident. This is the third incident since we purchased the vehicle, but this time was a more violent stop. Each time there was nothing in front or beside the car. Thankfully, each time no other car was directly behind me.

Filed Jun 26, 2019 · Brakes · 13,000 miles · ID

Today 06-26-19 I was driving about 5mph out of a parking lot going very slow, I was ready to turn onto a road that is not busy at all, out of nowhere my car brakes locked violently suddenly. The brake light alert went off as well, when there was nothing in front of my. Not a car, not a person, absolutely nothing. My car stopped so hard that it jerked my neck. I have googled this and there are multiple complaints from people about this issue. I feel very unsafe & afraid to drive my car now, especially when I have to drive 60 miles on the interstate to my job. I'm not sure if other owners of this make, model and year have reported this issue. Please find out what's going on with my car.

Filed Jun 25, 2019 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 7,000 miles · MN · crash

During stop and go traffic, car braked causing the person behind me to rear-end me. This had happened one other time before, luckily the car behind me wasn't following too closely and I was going less than 30mph. A couple weeks after that while going highway speeds and wet road conditions, a warning light came on stating there was a problem with the collision mitigation braking system and to see dealer. Once that warning comes on cruise control also disengages. This warning light has come on one other time, while driving highway speeds with dry road conditions. If the car is restarted the warning resets and all systems are up and functioning again.

Filed Jun 19, 2019 · Brakes · 23,000 miles · NC

Car applies brakes while in forward motion. This only occurs when the cruise is set. I have noticed this happens when the sun is shining into the car. There have been a few times the car has applied the brakes, when attempting to overtake another car. Twice the car has applied the brakes when there are markings on the highway such as a school zone. I have taken the car to a honda dealer, and they have not been able to find the source of the problem.

Filed Jun 14, 2019 · Body, Brakes · 3,500 miles · GA

Have automatic braking and lane assist driving. Brakes on its own with nothing in front. Happened twice. Dealer calls it a glitch. I call it very dangerous. Police officer was behind me when it happened last. Good thing he had good reflexes and the speed limit was only 45 MPH I was in the center of my lane with no obstructions, no vehicles coming from the opposite direction. Turned off the program and haven't used it since. Service department said would have to keep car and test drive until it occurred. I will do this, but am afraid they will be keeping the car for awhile because it happens out of the blue. It's happened twice in a period of two months. I have had the car for four months. Another problem..paint is spotting on car like it was hit with acid. Had protective wax put on the week I purchased it. Vehicle has 3500 miles on it. Paint also shows tons of orange peel. I paid a lot for this model. Expected more.

Filed Jun 11, 2019 · Brakes · 600 miles · IL

As I was driving approximately 35 miles per hour the car's brakes engaged violently. There were no cars in front, behind or on either side. This was the second time in less than two weeks this occurred. I took the car to the dealership and they stated nothing was wrong.

Filed Jun 11, 2019 · Acceleration, Brakes · 7,000 miles · LA

Collision mitigation, lane assist, road departure, and brake system malfunction before vehicle is a year old causing vehicle to leave roadway when using speeds in excess of 50 MPH preventing vehicle from stopping, and/or causing steering wheel to "alert" you of lane departure while driving properly also causing vehicle to "steer" into side of 18 wheeler while traveling speeds in excess of 60mph for interstate travel with passengers in tow. Has happened for roughly 7,000 miles. When brought to honda to be fixed, was told it was not covered under vehicle warranty due to having "clips" broken off of front sensor. Was accused of sensor being hit by something yet no sign of damage. Honda refused to have this fixed and simply "cleared" the alerts causing vehicle to not have use of any safety features but also not show any maintenance codes as well. Honda service manager stated something as simple as a "junebug" can cause this to malfunction and that is why customers carry collision with insurance. States alot about honda's quality if a simple junebug can cause an entire $30,000 vehicles safety features to malfunction and a service manager not want to comply with safety standards due to some 2$ broken clips that can break by simply driving down a louisiana roadway. What does this state about these vehicles up north dealing with snow with a sensor that sits underneath the front bumper?

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