2008 Honda Civic: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Oct 10, 2017 · Transmission · 17 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda civic. The contacted stated that the transmission would pop out of third gear intermittently and without warning while driving. The contact also noticed an abnormal grinding sound while the vehicle was in third gear. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (lamacchia honda, 932 w genesee st., syracuse, ny, 13204), but they were unable to duplicate and diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. There were times that the contact called and went to the dealer for regular maintenance, but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer was not contacted. Over time, the popping noise worsened and the vehicle was currently unable to move. The failure mileage was approximately 17.

Filed May 4, 2016 · Brakes · 45,900 miles · NY

I purchased the vehicle used from a reputable dealer in 2011. Within the first 30 days I experienced brake failure and a grinding sound when braking. The dealer was unable to identify the problem. I sent a formal complaint to the honda ceo and subsequently the car was inspected at a local dealership. Brakes slip when riding on rough surfaces or making a sharp turn on a steep incline. The car was inspected on two separate occasions and the problem could not be replicated; however, the brake problem persists. Once I almost hit another vehicle on a highway when the car in front of me suddenly stopped; I also failed to stop at a stop sign and rolled into the intersection. Fortunately no other vehicles were on the road. If the brakes are hit twice (like double clutching) they do engage. The complaint to honda failed to produce a positive result. The problem initially began in october 2011 and continues to occur intermittently.

Filed Feb 18, 2016 · Transmission · 55,000 miles · UT

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda civic. The contact stated that there was a grinding noise upon shifting gears and progressed when downshifting. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the third gear synchronizer needed to be replaced. The failure progressed when there was high rpms. The dealer also indicated that there was a manufacturer recall for the power steering but the part was not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000.

Filed Jul 22, 2015 · Engine · 44,500 miles · TX

I was making a left turn leaving my place of work. The car made a loud grinding noise and the steering wheel locked (power steering went) and A/C stopped working. I immediately parked the car and the next day had it towed to a honda dealership. Upon inspection, the water pump seized up. The pulley and lock bolt holding the serpentine belt had practically fallen off. This was confirmed by a honda dealership technician. The car has low mileage, I am the first owner, and the car has only been serviced at a honda dealership. I will also reference a service bulletin issued on 2006 honda civics. There is no recall on 2008's even though it contains the same r18 engine (engine block cracking problems) as the 2006 and 2007. Service bulletin number: 08-038 the federal safety agency id #: 10026085 bulletin date: fri, 08/01/2008 failing component(s): 062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system summary: honda: product update: water pump pulley flange cracks. A crack pulley flange may create a pulley noise, cause the water pump to fail, and cause the drive belt to break. *pe updated 12/19/08. Csc letter was received.

Filed Oct 6, 2014 · Body, Suspension · 55,000 miles · FL

Whenever performing a turn there is a clicking sound made from the rear of the vehicle. Dealer unable to find anything through diagnostics. It sounds like there is a piece of metal broken somewhere that when going over a speed bump or turning it bumps or grinds against something.

Filed Sep 30, 2014 · Transmission · 61,000 miles · PA

The first time this problem occurred was in june of 2012 when shifting into 3rd gear there was grinding sounds. The vehicle would also pop out of 3rd gear while driving. I took it into a honda dealer to see what was wrong they diagnosed it as internal m/t malfunction saying that my shift fork and 3rd gear s set needed replacing. Since I purchase this car used at a dealership that I worked at the time they fixed it as a courtesy to me. I had to fight with them to finally agree to fix it from the beginning. Once again now in september of 2014 the same thing has happen again to my civic which the estimated repair cost is around $3,000.00. Being a trained mechanic I know there are several silent recalls and tsb recalls on this vehicle for this problem. I do not feel that I should have to pay out of the pocket to fix a recurring problem.

Filed Jul 3, 2013 · Brakes · 30,000 miles · MI

Persisting grinding "metal to metal" noise when applying brakes. It feels brakes are not functional and liable to crash. Multiple visits to brake shops has resulted to new pads and rotors but no change in status of grinding "metal to metal" noise. Honda car forums reveal same experience by other owners. No fix from honda motors. Not covered in warranty. Brake failure may result to crash and fatality even on low speed.

Filed Dec 3, 2012 · Transmission · 46,000 miles · IL

Shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear grinds and sometimes 3rd gear pops out when shifting at fast speeds, obviously while rolling. I went to the o'hare honda dealership in des plaines, il where I purchased my car brand new with an extended warranty, and they would not do anything to repair it. I asked, what if the matter turns into a dangerous accident? They couldn't give me an answer. Please help me.

Filed Oct 19, 2012 · Transmission · 78,000 miles · NY

On multiple occasions, while shifting the car into 3rd gear, the gears grind. The shift knob is lined up exactly where it should be to go into 3rd gear. The car will also pop out of 3rd gear at random without even stepping on the clutch to prompt it. This is a very dangerous problem to have in a standard car, and I have seen many people make complaints about this online. I called honda customer service and they said that it was my responsibility to get the car fixed, not theirs, and that they base most of their claims for reimbursement on mileage as well as honda customer loyalty. The gentleman then proceeded to ask me if I had owned a honda before and insinuated that due to the fact that this is the first honda that I owned that the likelihood of them reimbursing would be slim. This is not right. I did not choose for my transmission to be built with a faulty part, and I should not be responsible for fixing the problem when my safety is called into question.

Filed Aug 8, 2011 · Transmission · 46,000 miles · WA

Cannot change into 3rd and 6th gears properly. Grinding and excessive force to go into 3rd, must repeat attempts to go into 6th.

Filed Jun 15, 2011 · Brakes · 24,880 miles · CT

My front brake pads and shoes have to be replaced every 20,000 miles. The brakes do not give the expected high pitched "squealing" noise; and per my dealer, it LED to brake over heating and "imminent failure!" the dealer states that the civics have had this issue repeatedly.

Filed Oct 8, 2010 · Transmission · 15,000 miles · WA

2008 honda civic si. Grinds in 2nd and in 3rd and pops out of both gears, sometimes under power and others while driving at low speeds. I spoke with the dealer and honda.