Accord V6-EX Coupe

• 55,000 miles

I bought the car from a dealer with 40,000 miles on it. It was originally a southern vehicle. Since I bought it, I have replaced the brakes at 55,000 and 85,000. The vehicle is now at 90,000 miles and a vibration in the brake pedal is quite noticeable. I do a lot of interstate travel and am not an aggressive driver. I was told at the dealership (Shenango Honda/Nissan) that the Honda brakes are prematurely failing in northern climates due to the new de-icing chemicals being used. They recommended that the brakes be examined every 8,000-10,000 miles! I live in an apartment complex and don't have the ability to replace my own brakes so I am stuck with their service. Lastly, they informed me during my last visit that the grade-logic automatic transmission in the V6 Accords are also showing a possible reliability concern around 100,000 miles. Although I have not noticed any issues with my vehicle, I have confirmed the issue with other Accord owners. I believe that this may be my first and last Honda and I may return to buying Toyotas. I would expect these issues from an American vehicle, but not a Honda!