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2008 Honda Civic: whining or grinding noise

5 of the 916 complaints about the 2008 Honda Civic describe whining or grinding noise.

owner complaints
5
of this car's complaints
1%
typical mileage
12,000
recalls
0
Is there a fix? 6 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Whining or grinding noise by model year

  • 2015
    4
  • 2014
    1
  • 2012
    1
  • 2010
    1
  • 2009
    1
  • 2008
    5
  • 2007
    4
  • 2006
    5
  • 2005
    3
  • 2004
    2
  • 2002
    6
  • 2001
    6
  • 2000
    1
  • 1998
    1
  • 1996
    1

What owners say

Filed Jul 20, 2012 · Brakes · 66,205 miles · TX

The brakes started making a loud whining sound, but only in reverse. From what research I can do, it appears to be the brake pads wearing out prematurely.

Filed Mar 6, 2012 · Engine · 66,000 miles · CA

Car made an intermittent high-pitched whining noise. I noticed the engine temperature indicator was in the red. There was a smell of burnt anti-freeze. Checking the radiator and radiator reservoir showed there was no coolant. Had to put water in the radiator and reservoir to drive back home. Mechanic and dealership confirmed that the engine block was cracked causing all the coolant to leak out. The engine block has to be replaced. Fortunately I was made aware that honda will cover this manufacturing defect and my cost should be zero.

Filed Jun 17, 2009 · Suspension · 12,000 miles · AZ

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 honda civic. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the contact heard a loud whining noise coming from the tire area. The noise became audible while driving at any speed. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they recommended that the tires be rotated. The tires were rotated, but the noise continued. On a separate occasion, four tires were replaced, but the failure still continued. The tires required constant rotation. The contact stated that the failure was not associated with defective tires, but possibly a malfunction with the vehicle's suspension system. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was 12,000 and current mileage was 34,000.

Filed Feb 17, 2009 · Steering · 5,700 miles · RI

New 2008 honda civic lx. 5,700 miles power steering whining and intermittent loss. Pump replaced by dealer on warranty. 7,600 miles whining noise resumed. Back to dealer. P/s fluid found to be leaking from seals/boots on p/s rack. P/s rack replaced on warranty. Loaner vehicle provided. Good response by dealer (majestic, warwick, r.I.).

Filed Jul 11, 2008 · Suspension · 5,700 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 honda civic. While driving 35 MPH, the contact heard a howling noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. He took the vehicle to the tire shop to have the tires rotated, which did not remedy the issue. The contact went to the dealer and they test drove the vehicle. The dealer stated that the wheel bearing was defective and failed. The wheel bearing was replaced on the passenger side; however, the contact was informed that the wheel bearing on the driver side was also defective and needed to be replaced. The dealer ordered the second bearing for the driver's side repair. The manufacturer had not been notified. The current mileage was approximately 5,900 and failure mileage was approximately 5,700. Updated 07/29/08 *bf updated 07/29/08

Questions about the 2008 Honda Civic whining noise

Is whining or grinding noise a common problem on the 2008 Honda Civic?

5 of 916 owner complaints about the 2008 Honda Civic (1%) mention whining or grinding noise. The model year with the most reports is 2001.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2008 Honda Civic?

There are 0 recalls and 6 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2008 Honda Civic

Overheating 78Airbag light 27Engine failure 26Ball joint 25No deployment 21Grinding brakes 19Stalling 13Loss of power 11Check engine light 10Headlights 10Sudden acceleration 10Tire blowout 10Adaptive cruise 9Won't start 9Brake failure 8Jerking 8Premature wear 8Fire or smoke 7Pulling 7Knocking 5Power steering loss 5Steering lock-up 5

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