6.8
fairly significantTypical Repair Cost:
$250.00
Average Mileage:
15,704 miles
Total Complaints:
52 complaints
Most common solutions:
- not sure (27 reports)
- replace brakes (16 reports)
- recall (7 reports)
- dealer replaced brakes after i brought it in for a 2nd time (2 reports)
brakes problem
This problem may be covered under warranty. Ask your Honda dealer.
Helpful Websites About 2008 Honda Accord squeaky brakes
2009Oct 08
Accord
- Automatic transmission
- 27,000 miles
Based on recommendations I purchased my first Accord last year. Thought I was investing in quality and dependability. I've been plagued by rattling, stiff ride and now I have to replace the brakes after only 27,000 miles ($322). I had better luck with my previous 4 Camry's.
2009Oct 03
Accord LX
- Automatic transmission
- 26,000 miles
FYI - I HAD MY FRONT BRAKES REPLACED WITH 07 ACCORD PADS UNDER 'GOOD WILL' CONSIDERATION FROM HONDA DISTRICT REP.... SHOOT ME AN EMAIL FOR MORE INFO...
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2009Jul 22
Accord LX
- Automatic transmission
- 23,000 miles
Like everyone else on here I have really bad squeaky brakes. I took it into Honda, they would not cover it under warranty. I took it to two other brake shops and they both said the pads were fine and that they could not fix the squeaking.
2009Sep 22
Accord EXL 3.5L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 26,000 miles
Just purchased my 2008 Honda Accord EXL, traded in my 2007 Chrysler 300 Touring, because my family said Honda was such a better company, had such a better maintenance record, really, really???? With only 26,000 miles the brakes were squeaking so loud, I was embarrassed to pull up beside another car. Within one week I had to have the rear pads replaced. Luckily, the nice lady that I purchased from took care of this for me, but I am so disappointed to hear that this will happen again and again. What will it take for Honda to step up and take care of this problem?? With so many complaints, and so many customers vowing not to continue to be a HONDA consumers surely they understand the need to handle this! I live in Atlanta, where we have the wonderful Clark Howard who helps consumers with problems such as this and I will call him today. I want to encourage everyone on this complaint board to shout it out to any local consumer advocate you may have and let's get some action here, I am just disgusted and we don't need to let the Honda Corporation who is making mega-bucks off all of us, get away with this kind of customer service. OK, I challenge all of you to write, call or both - until we get some action!!
2009Aug 01
Accord EX-L V4
- Automatic transmission
- 14,500 miles
Honda F*cked me Over! I cant believe that their warranty won't even cover the damage...Im so pissed! I am Never EVER purchasing a HONDA!
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2008Oct 01
Accord LX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 19,000 miles
Wish I had known in September 2007 when I purchased my 2008 Honda Accord that I would have to replace the brakes on the car around 19,000 miles. RIDICULOUS!!! Called the dealership and complained and they said it was because they used a soft pad for the brakes. I also called corporate and complained about it. This is my 3rd Honda I've owned and I've loved them all but sadly I feel this may be my last Honda if this is the type of product they are going to continue sell. It's interesting that it's not mentioned when you purchase the vehicle. Last night I started to hear that squeaking sound that I heard last year when I had to replace the brakes. I've gone about 17,000 miles in the last year and the dealership told me when I complained that you can expect to have to replace them anywhere between 17,000 - 23,000 miles. BOGUS and a bunch of B.S.! Back to the mechanic I go tomorrow for possibly another replacement!
So very frustrating and annoying!
2008May 14
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 2,000 miles
Had squeaking brakes from the beginning.Cleaned them and the problem still occurs.Really sucks.
2009Sep 18
Accord EX-L V4
- Automatic transmission
- 16,500 miles
I would drive the vehicle & hear a screeching loud sound. The faster I would drive my car, the louder and more annoying became the noise. I literally pumped up my radio just so I dont have to hear it. It was so embarrassing on the highway. Let alone when your riding slow around your block looking for parking yet the noise would be lower it still existed and was still annoying. If there is a Malfunction in there brake system, it makes me wonder if my Rear Brakes would ever fail just because... They should recall all these 208 Honda Accords and fix our brakes !!!! Or in my case REFUND ME, I wasn't taking a chance with my life so I immediately fixed them.. I have only 16,000 miles and already this problem..
2009Sep 01
Accord EX 2.4L V4
- Automatic transmission
- 12,300 miles
I bought my 2008 Honda Accord coupe on January 2008 and as of today has 12,600 miles on it. My rear brakes started sqeaking at the beginning of this month and it now is at the point where it is an embarrassment to drive the car because of the noise. I called honda and they said I need to change my brakes. I think it is ridiculous to think that I would have to change my brakes at 12600 miles. There is obviously a problem with the car. I am looking to file suit on Honda if the problem is not resolved.
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2009Sep 01
Accord
- Automatic transmission
- 18,600 miles
I have had nothing but problems with this car since I brought it in 2007. I feel like my car is falling apart. My rear brakes are still squeaking uncontrollable again. I have roughly 18,600 miles and I just had my rear brakes changed at 17k. I notice every Honda that drive up beside me have the same squeaky brake problem. I think this brake problem go way beyond just a brake issue. I am so pissed that Honda is just ignoring all the problems with the 2008 model. We need to ban together and starting picketing the Honda dealers so they can see how unhappy we are. Apparently, they are not reading these complaints or they don't care. All I want is some type of commication from them saying they are working on the problem. I call Honda every two weeks and it's the same lie about nothing has been found or no update about the problem. I don't know how much more I can take of this abuse from them. I have purchase 8 vehicle from Honda and this will be my last.
I FEEL CHEATED AND I WANT MY MONEY BACK!!!!
2009Apr 07
Accord EX-L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 5,000 miles
Like many 2008-2009 Accord owners, my brakes have been squeaking only a few mths after I purchased 2 V6 Accords (for my wife & I). Yesterday was my 6th visit to the Dealer, they said it was the grease used at the manufacturing plant that was not thick enough, but after driving out of the garage, the squeaking was back.. Honda have changed all disks and pads twice, and if Honda can not resolve this issue, I will do a stop-payment on both vehicles.
For the price we paid for each car, I could have purchased 3 Hyundai's for the same price and I am convinced I would not have had any brake issues..
This is going to hurt Honda tremendously in the months to come, as GM and Ford have increased their publicity with enhanced warranties etc etc..
2009Jun 01
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 10,500 miles
yup, i'm another 2008 Honda Accord owner with squealy brakes. the brakes work just fine, except for the noise.... the car is otherwise wonderful.... i have mentioned the squeal to my Honda dealer at Inver Grove Honda in MNin 6/2009 and again in 8/2009. They said that they took my name for their brake complaint book that they are keeping on file for Honda. As of now, they don't need replacing. The pads have plenty of depth remaining.... they are just noisy. The IGH folks claim that Honda has no plan to recall anything. Has anybody else heard any news??
2009Aug 03
Accord Limited 2.4L
- Automatic transmission
- 22,800 miles
Brought my car in for routine maintenance at 21000 and they said your brake pads on the rear are 3mm, needs replaced soon! I just couldn't believe the service dealership said this along with it's a known problem with the 2008 Honda Accord, but hey it's a wear item..that's the breaks!!!!
This is my first and last Honda - always have been a Toyota fan - should have known better.
Paid the bill this morning for complete rear break replacement pads, which according to the dealership is with the same type of pads. I asked if I would have this again in another 21000 miles - probably was the answer! UNBELIEVABLE!!! I'm thinking that paying over 25k means nothing in today's world.
They said call corporate for complaints. I did, they said keep a hold of your receipt, maybe a recall will be issued, but yes this is a wear item and we are sorry for the inconvenience. I said this is an unreasonable wear item at this mileage and apparently the inferior product Honda put on the new Accords was not thoroughly tested! I also said what a shame that Honda is promoting themselves as a lower maintenance vehicle compared to the Camry, because clearly this is not the case:(
Also, this car has very high road noise - nuisance!
I guess I will wait and see what happens, but please anyone with this issue should be calling Honda so we all can get a recall initiated!
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2009Sep 01
Accord 3.2L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 19,800 miles
I am spitting bullets. What car needs a full break job after only 19000 miles. Mine does and apparently hundreds of other hondas. This is a blatent defect that Honda knows about and REFUSES to Fix. I was told to my face at the dealer they are fully aware of rear breaks wearing early. HELLO MCFLY, I would not of bought the car. I new I should of stayed with a Toyota 12 years with my first one and only one problem with the clutch after 9yrs. I say boycott HONDA. He asked if I still wanted the car fixed by them and I laughed in his face. Why the hell do I want to give them anymore of my hard earned cash. I heard one guy only had 10k on his car.
2009Aug 05
Accord LX 4 cyl
- Manual transmission
- 26,000 miles
So yes, I thought I was the only one that had this problem. When I first heard the problem I thought for a while that man, the car next to me need to get his/her brakes checked. Well, come to find out it was really me who had the problem. I thought to myself, this cannot be right, I only had the car for 2 years. Anyways, I did not take my car to the dealership yet but once I do I will let you guys know what happened..
2009Aug 19
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 20,000 miles
I have had my car for a little over a year now and I've already had to replace the front and back brakes twice. This is ridiculous! I've never had this problem with any of my other cars and this is becoming a problem. Honda keeps saying its just normal ware and tare, but it cant be! I shouldn't have to be replacing brakes ever 6 or 7 months. Honda should do something about this problem immediately because i am seriously thinking trading for something else. I am not happy with Honda and i will take my business somewhere else!
2008Nov 07
Accord EX-L 2.4L
- Manual transmission
- 2,700 miles
I've got my brand new Accord 2008 in August 2008. The brakes started squeaking in November. I went to the dealer 4 times. Now is August 2009 and these brakes are the same. Dealer replaced my front and rear rotors, replaced both front brake calipers.... Still squeaks! Well, they informed me that it is nothing wrong with the brakes and it works fine. However, it does squeak only on front passenger side wheel. Yet, I don't have any problems with braking it is still sounds wrong that front passenger side brakes would squeak in brand new vehicle. On this web page I've found that many other Honda Accord owners have the same problem... Well, will go to the Honda dealer again and check if there any bulletin and if they will fix it.
Update from Aug 20, 2009: Well, I went to another Honda dealer today. They've told me that Honda is aware of the squeaking brake problem and it seems like they are going to release some kind of bulletin soon. I've been told that it is safe to drive my Accord till then. Hope so!
On the top of that I've been told that additionally Honda is going to release the bulletin for premature wear of rear brakes. What is funny is that if you have 15000 miles or more... Honda wouldn't do your brakes as a goodwill repair and it costs $365.
2008Oct 01
Accord LX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 6,000 miles
I have a 2008 Accord with brakes that will not stop squeaking.
The first time I took it in, it was only a three months old. The dealer told me that it was due to rust on the rotors, which probably occurred while it sat on the docks waiting to be shipped. They replaced all front & back rotors & pads under warranty.
This fix lasted several months. When they started squeaking again, I was told it had nothing to do with the first issue. This time, it was a problem with the pads. Honda is aware that there is an issue with the pads wearing out prematurely and therefore will only charge me $75 to fix. I pitched a fit because I believe it is outrageous to charge me for an issue you acknowledge is a design flaw and for a part that is still under warranty. I get them down to $35 and decide I have wasted enough of my Saturday with these yahoos and paid them.
Four days later, brakes are squeaking again. Back I go. This time they tell they are going to replace the rotors again under warranty. However, when they give me my car back, they tell me that the brakes are showing evidence of excessive heat. I am concerned. Why are my brakes over heating. Guess what? My fault. I am using my brakes excessively. Therefore they decided not to replace my rotors as they originally said they would, they just resurfaced them. And this is the last time Honda will honor their warranty because my "blue" brakes prove that I am braking too much. They will not tell me how many times a day I am allowed to use my brakes, before Honda abandons it's warranty, but whatever that number is, I have exceeded it. I laughed at him and drove away.
Joke is on me though, because guess where my car is just 6 days later? That's right, at the dealer with squeaky brakes. I will let you know what they say this time.
2009Aug 11
Accord LX 2.4L V4
- Automatic transmission
- 22,000 miles
This is not normal for my new Honda Accord 2008 with only 22,000 miles on it. Honda service man asked me to replace it with the cost of $170. Looks like I have to pay this amount of money every year. It's not fair. I request Honda to find solution for this problem.
2009Mar 15
Accord LX 3.2L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 15,000 miles
During a routine service visit at 15,000 miles it was discovered that my rear brake pads needed to be replaced. The dealership tech said "we did you a favor and replaced them at no cost to you." Ever since then the breaks have squeaked to the point of distraction. I have complained to the dealership and have been told that Honda is working on a solution. In the meantime if I replace my brakes Honda can't guarantee that they won't squeak and replacement will be at my own cost. Also, the final solution if and when it comes will be at the customer's expense. This week I contacted the service manager at the dealership to see if a "fix" is in yet and was told that it might not be the rear brake pads after-all and that the problem might have resulted from my driving habits. On that note I called Honda's 800 number to lodge a complaint. They advised that my dealership was not a company owned store but rather a privately owned dealership and as such they have very little influence over the store, however, my Honda Corp contact admitted that Honda was aware of the problem and were working on a solution. This is the third Honda I've owned and it will be the last one. There are so many great cars out there now.
2009Aug 04
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 26,000 miles
I am having the same issue as all other Honda accord owners. The brakes squeaking and needing to be replaced just a little ove 21000 miles. I think it is ridiculous. Especially when you drive highway 80% of the time. I think Honda should stand behind it especially with low mileage.
2009Jul 10
Accord EX-L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 21,032 miles
I'm having the same complaint other Honda Accord owners are having. The brake replacement cost - $234.20. I was informed that it was not covered under warranty, and my question was WHY are the rear brakes going out on a vehicle with just over 21,000 of highway driving. Although I have the extended maintenace warranty, it was not covered. My car was just in for regular maintenance service 6/23/09 to include tire rotation. I suppose you don't look at the brakes when you have all tires off of the vehicle just as the norm of maintenance. IOn the sheet that accompanied the bill - under "brake condition" front brakes 12mms(left) 12mms(right front); 0mms(left rear and 1mms(right rear. This is absolutely horrible that the Honda of Bowie Service repairman did not mention a brake problem. This is my first Honda, and I do not believe I'll every purchase another, and will advise my friend to NOT do the same. If there is a CLASS ACTION SUIT, add me to the list.
Update from Oct 12, 2009: I received a call from "Jason" at the NHTSA. Jason indicated there may be a recall. He was not sure if and when, however, if American Honda does recall, I should receive a refund.
2009Jul 15
Accord V4
- Automatic transmission
- 35,000 miles
After finding this site and hearing all these complaints. I am glad to know that other people are having the same problem with their brakes.. I have replaced the brake pads twice since I had the car. Front and back. This car just eats brakes. I have always taken the car back to the dealer to be fixed. I was glad to know that I found someone now that can fix them instead the dealer charging a arm and leg. As for as the car it self its a great car. As for as brakes. Very BAD rating and will not get them fixed at the dealer again.
2009Jul 02
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 26,000 miles
Hi guys...i purchased a used 08 accord coupe on july 2nd and every since i got the car my brakes squeaked every single time i braked.they changed my rotors and pads for free but it still sqqueaked..so i took it upon myself to get my own brake pads that were not cheap like the factory ones..i went to pep boys and got creamic brake pads for all four wheels and paid 400 for with tax and labor..i haven't heard a peep from my car and i am sooooo happy! i advice u guys to get ceramic brake pads and dont wait for honda..u will be waiting for ever! good luck everyone
2009Mar 20
Accord EX-L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 17,000 miles
My '08 Accord started squeaking this past February at less then 20K miles. Lasted for couple months and I had a local mechanic check the breaks - he found no issues, said they were brand new. Now there is the most awful grinding noise, AND intermittent squealing when i drive. I'm taking it to my mechanic tomorrow, since after reading the other complaints, i'm pretty sure Honda won't cover rear break replacement so there's no point driving an hour to spend more. And that's what i suspect is going on. I am pretty sure my guy didn't think to look at the rear brakes, since the car is brand new. I'm filing a complaint with Honda Corporate, with the Federal Trade Commission, (I'm pretty sure folks - this could fall under the Federal Lemon Law), the Better Business Bureau, and the Energy and Commerce Committee in Washington (which has jurisdiction over the Automobile Industry, the FTC, and the Consumer Product Safety Commission.) and my local congressman, I'm fairly sure if enough pressure is applied to Honda - especially from our Congressional Members we'll see a fix. I'm happy to join a class action if that's what it takes.
Good Luck!
2008Nov 01
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 9,000 miles
We bought a brand new 2008 Accord July of 2008...things were great until around November of 2008. We started hearing a squeal, called the dealer and took it in. They could not do anything or drive it because it was raining. Brought it home. Still squealing. Made another appt May of 2009, the technician finally heard the noise, said they could not fix it as Honda is working on new pads for the 2008 Accords. Many have had the same problems. They sent us home with the car and said there was nothing they could do until Honda comes up with new pads to install. In the mean time, the squealing is getting MUCH WORSE. As long as we keep the windows rolled up and radio or air conditioning running...we hear nothing. I called the dealer again today complaining that the noise was worse and very very annoying. I was told by the service tech they could do nothing until Honda comes up with new pads. Hello.....I am driving a new Honda and cannot seem to get it fixed.
I asked the tech today if they could at least put a new brake system on...he told me "no, that would make the problem worse, and there is nothing we can do until Honda contacts you". Sorry....not stopping there. For what you pay for a new vehicle, we should not have to put up with this crap. We have driven Honda for many years, never had problems...but this really upsets me.
I am not going to let this slide....something has to be done.
2008Oct 31
Accord EXL V6
- Automatic transmission
- 7,456 miles
I have a 2008 accord and I purchased the car late sept of 2008 two months later i went to the dealer and i told them about my brakes making a noise when i break. The service manager @ Number 7 Honda told me if i would break hard a couple of times the noise would go away bull sh*t now we are in may of 2009 with 30k not even a year later same problem and they are telling me i need to get my pads replaced. i knew this was going to happen and that's why i told the Manager to make a note lets see what happens.
2009Feb 02
Accord EX-L 4 Cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 12,865 miles
I've been having this annoying problems with my brakes. It started around 9k miles that the rear brakes makes a loud squeaky noise. So i took it to the dealer. The service dept. took a look at it and said all it was is brake dust will clean it off and the problem will be solve. Yeah sure when i was driving home from the dealer everything seem ok until i step on my brake pedal to brake their it was that squeaky noise again. I didn't have a chance to bring it back to the dealer because of my busy schedule with work until my next service. Yes i manage to deal with that bullshit until my next service. I went back for the second time. I explain again to the dealer about my brake issue. They said they will take a look at it. So i waited until one of the service rep. came up to me and said that i would have to replace the rear brakes. I was very very upset the vehicle mileage at this time only had about 14k miles. and the cost would be around $170 bucks. From all of the vehicle i owned i have never had this brake problems. All my other vehicles only have to change my brakes every 50K-60K miles. What the hell!! im pissed off. I like this car a lot and all but the damn brakes are going to drive me into the wall. So i got it replace for a hefty price just to change the pads. Yes i did pay around $170 dollars to get it fix because i cant see myself driving into the wall. But get this after the pads were replace the problems was still there.
2009May 14
Accord 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 33,000 miles
My first foreign car in my 44 years of life. 33,000 almost all highway miles and the brakes are bad? You have got to be kidding me! I have a Ford Focus with 75,000+ and it has the original brakes still in great condition. Since I haven't had any previous problems with this Accord, I was looking at a Civic to replace my Focus in 6 months. When I found out that the squeaking noise on my still-under-warranty Accord could not be fixed, I was so mad that I left the dealer. Not only will I not have the work done at the Honda dealer, I won't be buying that shiny new Civic in 6 months. Too many other good choices out there. Hang in there GM and Ford... I most definitely will be back!
2009May 07
Accord EX-L 3.2L
- Automatic transmission
- 27,000 miles
While driving my 2008 Honda accord ex, I heard a loud squeaking sound and I took the car to the dealership where they diagnosed the problem as the rear brakes has less than 5% left. That's Bullz$itz! Who has ever heard of back brakes going out on a car that is 1 year old and only has 27,000 miles. I called the Corporate office of Honda who politely told me that I was the only person who had this problem. That is a bold face lie. Honda placed an inferior product in there cars and not owning up to it. Everyone needs that has spent money on replacing these brakes need to get to together and sue their azz!!!
2009Apr 14
Accord EX-L V4
- Automatic transmission
- 23,942 miles
they told me in the dealer that the car need a new rear pads and resurface, to stop the sqeaking noise.
2009Apr 28
Accord V6
- Automatic transmission
- 32,000 miles
I have a 2008 Honda Accord with 32,000 miles and I just had my breaks replaced, out of pocket! This is a shame and the engineers know it's their mistake and don't want to fix the problem. I have a 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier with 300,000 miles and didn't have the brakes done until 80,000 miles, just to show that I wasn't driving my car rough and not taking care of my cars. I thought it would be a good idea to buy a Honda. Think again! My next car will be a Toyota or Nissan. I have already advised everyone that I know not to purchase a Honda so they will not have to go through what I'm going through!
2009Apr 11
Accord LX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 25,000 miles
OKAY JUST LIKE OTHER HONDA ACCORD 2008 OWNERS, AFTER GOING IN FOR A ROUTINE MILEAGE MAINTENANCE AND HAVE TIRES ROTATED FOR THE SECOND TIME I STARTED HEARING A GRINDING AND SQUEAKING FROM REAR BRAKES, OFF AND ON A TFIRST SO I WENT BACK TO DEALER AND THEY COULD NOT HEAR THE NOISE BUT ROTATED THE TIRES BACK???TO THE ORIGINAL POSITION INFORMED TO RETURN IF IT OCCURRED AGAIN, THEY ALSO STATED THE DUST COVERS WERE BENT( SOMETHING THEY MUST OF CAUSED I SURE AS h*LL DO NOT TOUCH THE TIRES,DUST COVERS OR ROTORS IN ANY WAY RIGHT??) AFTER LEAVING AND DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE SAME NOISE STARTED I THOUGHT "AM I CRAZY IN MY HEAD?HEARING THINGS?" NO WAY THE GRINDING CONTINUED AND THE SQUEAKING WAS CONSTANT ALL DAY LONG WENT BACK AGAIN AFTER PHONEING THE DEALER THEY ARE VERY CONCERNED(*****NOT*******) TO HEAR FROM ME AGAIN( I AM THE BITTY WITH THE CUTE WHITE HONDA) WENT BACK AGAIN THEY COULD NOT HEAR THE NOISE AND THEY TOLD TO RETURN IF NOISE STARTED SO I JUST DROVE AROUND THE ADJACENT PARKING LOT AND OF COURSE IT STARTED AGAIN WENT BACK THEY INFORMED ME AS I PULLED IN TO STOP THAT NOISE I TOLD THEM CAN'T- THE NOISE HAPPENS WHEN I TRY TO STOP THE CAR-PUT ON BRAKES--- SO OKAY NOW THEY HEAR THE NOISE , SAY IT IS THE BACK BRAKES AND TAKE IT INTO THE SHOP BOUT 45 MIN LATER THE SERVICE REP STATES" THE REAR BRAKES STILL HAVE A LOT OF PAD COVERAGE LEFT NOT DANGEROUS TO DRIVE BUT THE INDICATORS ON THE BRAKES HAVE WORN DOWN TO THE POINT OF TOUCHING THE ROTATORS SO WE CAN FIX THIS MAYBE NOT SURE IF THE NOISE WILL OCCUR AGAIN BUT WE CAN DO REAR BRAKES FOR $300.00 NOT COVERED BY MY NORMAL 3 YR 36,000 MILE HONDA WARRANTY OR MY EXTRA EXTENDED WARRANTY!!!!!! NOW I AM REALLY PISSED AND WILL NOT AUTHO THE BREAK JOB-LEAVE AND CALL A LOCAL MECHANIC IN MY AREA TO GET MORE INFO BOUT BRAKES - ANY WAY TO CHANGE JUST THE INDICATORS?? HE BOUT LAUGHED HIS BUTT OFF WHEN I TOLD HIM I NEEDED NEW REAR BRAKES ON A 2008 HONDA WIHT 25,000 MILES HE COULD NOT BELEIVE THIS!!!!! NEVER DID A BRAKE JOB ON A 2008 CAR WHEN IT IS ONLY MID 2009!!! ANYWAYS HE CALLED BACK TO DEALER SPOKE TO PARTS AND THEY STATED YES ALL WE CAN DO TO FIX THESE SQUEAKY BRAKE PROBLEMS ARE TO REPLACE THE REAR BRAKES-- SO HE ORDER A SET TO BE DELIVERED TO HIM AND HE WILL PUT THEM ON IN 2 DAYS AND WE WILL SEE WHAT HAPPENS. ONLY GOING TO COST ME $150.00 INSTEAD OF $ 300.
THIS HONDA AND THEIR CUSTOMER SERVICE STICKS!!!! I NOW HATE HATE HATE THE CUTE LITTLE WHITE HONDA!!!!!!!!! CALLED HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE ACTED LIKE FIRST COMPLAINT THEY HAVE ABOUT THE REAR BRAKES(RIGHT LIKE I BELIEVE THAT) AND COULD OF CARED LESS!!!! ANYONE KNOW OF A DIFFERENT NUMBER TO HONDA TO GRIP OR ONE WHICH CAN GET US SOME RESULTS??? EMAIL ME AT LILBAT6865@AOL,COM-----I KNEW I SHOULD OF BOUGHT THE BMW!! HONDA STINKS I SOUND LIKE I AM DRIVING A CAR THAT IS 15 YRS OLD.
2008May 01
Accord EXL V6
- Automatic transmission
- 12,427 miles
Besides squeaky breaks, It wear breaks fast. I had to replace rear breaks after 34K. I think these are related problems but HONDA does not believe so. The squeeking has not stopped even after changing the rear breaks. The front bearks on the car are still at 85%. I had 2005 accord before, no problems and this was the reason I bought another. But this 2008 accord is giving so many problems. The customer service in Honda Canada said that brakes is a known problem & HONDA engineers are looking into it. I have not heard from them since. Most recently when I called Honda Canada, the rep mentioned that it was my bad luck as I am having so many problems with this car. It is ironic that a company like Honda is blaming bad luck instead of bad quality control & engineering. I will never buy accord again & will advise against buying it.
2009Apr 01
Accord EX 2.4L I4
- Automatic transmission
- 3,000 miles
I have had the same squeaking noise for the past 14 months since I purchased the car. I took the car to 4 different dealers to see about the problem. I called the Honda Helpline twice and I got a poor response from them each time. A few of the dealers said the brakes are glazed which was caused by applying the brakes too softly. Others have said that I was having the problem because I was applying the brakes too hard. Now I am out of the brake warranty and the problem has not been solved. This has been a poor design by Honda.
2009Apr 04
Accord EX-L 3.5L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 33,000 miles
I'm sitting @ the Honda dealer as I'm typing this complaint and they're in the middle of fixing my car under warranty. My car has 33K miles on it that are 90% highway miles and I'm down to 5% brake pad life in the right rear pad. This was caught due to a high pitched squeak when I was backing up. You've got to be kidding me!!
I had my worries when I had to replace my transmission in my 2004 Honda accord @ 65,000 Miles. Where has the quality gone w/ Honda? I told my service guy that I appreciated him fixing this under warranty but voiced my heavy concerns about this no doubt occurring again. He dodged the question and answered like he was running for political office!!
Anyone considering a Honda Accord, be careful and think again. Do your due diligence and check out previous year problems before buying. I also have concerns and gripes about the new 2008 design. The following are real issues:
1) Driver windshield wiper only covers about 75% of a wipe in rain storm due to lousy design of windshield. Focused on design vs. function.
2) Leather seats are TOOOOOO hard and never seem to soften up. My ass hurts constantly!
3) With the extension of the wheelbase, they moved the center post on the car forward so when your seat is pushed all the way back (like me w/ long legs), it nearly impossible getting out of the car w/o turning sideways due to this post being right in your way. Poor design!
4) They've put the ECO transmission in the V6 model out of their Odyssey. Let me tell you, @ 62 MPH, this car is constantly "seeking" a speed to settle in for max MPG efficiency. Very frustrating and no doubt will cause a premature failure of something.
Bottom line, I'll consider a Nissan next time. Toyota Avalons are great cars a bit too pricey and none of them come prepped w/ XM radio unless you want to pay an additional $700 for the package to be dealer installed into the dash. No Way!! The equivalent Toyota Avalon last year was $4K higher than I bought the Honda Accord for. I know, quit whining right? Brakes failing at 33K highway miles? No way. If you look, that's the # 1 complaint with these new 2008 Accords!!
Probably Nissan next time!!
A VERY frustrated dissatisfied Honda owner.
Jim
2008Dec 14
Accord LS
- Automatic transmission
- 12,900 miles
Both me and my sister purchased a 2008 Honda Accord on last year. Our brakes started squeaking around the same time in December. Took the car to the dealership numerous times, and they said there was nothing they could do. They said it could be the weather causing the problems, but even in warm temperature the brakes still squeak. I would advise everyone that can to call the Honda Corporate offices at 800-999-1009, and voice your complaint to them. I believe that many complaints could probably fix the solution, and they will do a recall on these brakes. Something needs to done! This is not our fault, and should not have to pay for something that was there before we purchased the car!!
2009Feb 08
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 18,000 miles
Same as everyone else need new rear shoes with 18000.00 miles.
2008Jan 16
Accord EX I-4
- Automatic transmission
- 6,000 miles
I have an 08 accord and it also squeaks when I slow down. The techs at one dealership told me that it was typical because of the new material that was being used for the brake pads....I am sure Honda will eventually fix the problem, but for now it is very annoying to come to a stop and have people looking like " He needs to get his brakes fixed."
2008Dec 15
Accord LX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 12,300 miles
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Bought it in Feb of '08 my first new car I was so HAPPY! I still am. But the brakes make the worst noise. This started around dec of '08 at about 12,300 miles. After a few stops (once it warms up) the noise goes away. I called my dealership (Gillman Honda /San Antonio TX) They told me that they were looking into the problem and to call back every few days until they get a fix.
2008Sep 15
Accord EX-L 2.4L
- Manual transmission
- 5,000 miles
Seems like a lot of people have this same issue. After owning the car for about three months, the brakes started to squeal on my Coupe while softly applying the brakes. I took the car to the dealership. They told me they couldn't reproduce the squeal. I picked up the car, and on my way home the brakes squealed, so I went back to the dealership and got the technician to go for a ride. He said he always hits the brakes harder, and kind of indicated I drove like an old lady for not stomping on the brakes. After reluctantly replacing the pads, the technician admitted he had a half-dozen other customers w/ the same problem. About a month later, the brakes started to squall again w/ the new pads. I called Honda cars customer service to see if they could offer any guidance. The customer service rep told me to go to another dealer. A second dealer gave a song-and-dance about ceramic pads and rusty rotors. The later technician told me I wasn't driving the car often enough to wear off the rust build-up on the rotors! I drive 40 miles every day, and have put 10,500 miles on the car in seven months. This problem is soooo annoying... At least it's winter and my windows are "up" most of the time, so I can't hear the squeal. If anyone knows of a solution, please respond!!!
2009Jan 10
Accord LX 4c
- Automatic transmission
- 14,000 miles
While driving I hear a horrible squeaky,squealing noise coming from a car. I'm driving an 08 accord no way is me!! I thought.. I roll down the window and YES it was me. bullshit I thought, my car only has 14,000 miles there is no way... well, I call woodland hills Honda where I'm leasing from; and the guy tells me there is a good possibility it's the breaks.. I started looking for recalls. and I found YOU.. I will tell them about all the complaints people have with this matter..
2007Oct 02
Accord EX NAV 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 2,000 miles
After Honda replaced a defective bearing which thankfully works great, the brakes started squealing. This happens every time the car has been sitting for 2 or more hours, doesn't matter on the Temperature or Humidity as they mentioned in Honda's FAQ's (http://automobiles.honda.com/information/frequently-asked-questions.aspx?Question=6) and doesn't matter on weather conditions. After numerous shop visits they replaced our rear and front brake pads and resurfaced the rotors but the problem didn't go away, and they told us that the brake noise is normal, well I surely don't think so!!! We've owned 3 other Hondas and never had a problem like this. They don't know how to fix the problem so they are saying that it's normal. Well, a brand new car should make ANY noises except when the brake pads are wearing thin, I mean this is a load of crap. Other car makers make their brake systems work without squealing and Honda should work on a new brake design and recall / replace all the cars with squealing brakes and replace them with a new system that doesn't SQUEEEAAALL!!! This is unacceptable that the noise is normal, Honda needs to do something about this and not just say "sorry", Sorry - does not work for us!!! We're ready to just trade the car for a different car maker, which cars don't have Squealing brakes.
2008Jan 01
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 3,000 miles
I have taken my car in to have the brakes repaired several different times for brake noise. The first time was in January 08. I was told they were fine and no problem. I took it back in February 08 at 3 different times before they finally replaced the rotors and pads. But now I am having the same problem again. My question is how many times should I have to have my BRAND NEW CAR in the shop. This is getting more than a little out of hand. Can someone say RECALL...
2008Aug 01
Accord Coupe 4-cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 2,000 miles
BIGGEST MISTAKE! I really look up to the quality of Honda (until now!). That's why I bought my new 2008 Honda Accord. Worst decision I've made :( Few months I've been driving the car, breaks started squealing. Since it's still under warranty, they took it in. First they changed the front discs and resurface the rotor. Then same problem occurs. Brought it back in, this time they changed the rear discs and resurfaced the rotor. I'm not a mechanic, but doesn't this shorten the span of the brake life? Well, to make the long story short, same problem still exist! I called Honda Customer Service and spoke directly with the Regional Manager. Explained the whole situation and all I get is "sorry". He said it is NOT a safety issue and the car is operational and there is nothing else they can do. Except for me to bring it back in and they could take a look at it. And then what??? He even said that it's typical for some cars for their breaks to squeal. Hmmm, even a fifth grader would know, not on a new car!!! Maybe if it was a used car, I would understand and accept the situation. But I bought a new car!!! Instead of enjoying my new car, I feel MISERABLE everyday when I drive it. It's a BIG TURN OFF and aggravating whenever I step on those brakes. All I am asking is for them to change the whole brakes or maybe even change my car (yeah right!). The main reason why I finally bought a new car is so I don't have to encounter any problems (not just yet!). I even bought the extended warranty because I don't want to deal with car problems (not just yet!). Honestly, I love my car but I don't want it anymore! Take it back please! For you out there who's thinking of getting a Honda car, think twice or even 3 times! They are not as helpful as what we think they are. You would think they keep up with their name, Honda.....NOT! It's sad, but it's true. I may be one of a million who is unfortunate to get a LEMON, but I speak the truth. I am very sad and disappointed. When I get a chance, and can afford it, I will trade-in my car. I read all complaints written here, and we are all on the same boat. If anyone out there has a solution or know something, please, please let me know!
2008May 28
Accord EX 2.4L 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 200 miles
The squeaky brake problem on my 2008 Accord started almost as soon as I got 100 mile on the car. I thought it may just need a little more break in period but instead of getting better it got worse. The car has been brought back 3 times since it was purchased in May for this problem. The first time they didn't hear the squeak but changed the rear rotors and pads because there were some "hot spots on the rotors". The second trip in for this problem and the mechanics still can't hear the squeak but they "resurfaced" the rotors anyway. Finally on trip #3, I convinced the service writer to let me take technician for a ride so I could show him how the brakes squeak under light pressure. He finally admitted hearing the noise and they brought the district manager in to advise them what should be done. Two days later they called me to come and pick up the car and told me they had 4 people drive the car and no one could hear the noise!!! HOWEVER, they also said "Honda recognizes there is a problem with brake squeak but there is no solution at this time.". I'm not buying it but I can't seem to get any support or a phone number for a Honda rep from the dealership so I can confirm this is a known problem and EVERY 2008 Accord squeals like a new born pig.
2008Jun 01
Accord 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 10,400 miles
So, I buy this brand new beautiful car in Late February. I live in Phoenix and so as you can imagine our Februaries are pretty nice. No crazy snow or rain, just decent weather. Well, about three weeks after I get my wonderful new car I start noticing this squeak sometimes. I, having purchased Hondas before thought, "there is no way that I am the squeaky car." Wrong! So, I dealt with the occasional brake squeak, hoping that it might go away. Wrong again!. Finally in June, and around only 5,000 miles, I went to the dealership to see if there was anything that they could do. First they said that they couldn't hear what I was talking about, but when they realized that I was not falling for their attempt at making me feel like I was suffering from some sort af brake-squeak psychosis, they finally admitted that there was a squeak and they replaced my rotors. So, you'd think that the problem would have been solved, Wrong yet again!. About a thousand miles later the squeak came back. I waited again to get it checked out still hoping that my faith in Honda quality would not let me down, but the squeaking persisted and in October I finally went back to the dealership. This time they hear the noise and "cleaned up" what they are calling a "glaze" that builds up on my brakes, causing the squeak. When they called to tell me that my car was ready they had the manager call and tell me that the glaze was a product of my driving and that essentially I was causing with my safe driving. They then proceeded to tell me that to solve my problem I should slam on my brakes occasionally to break up the glaze on my brakes. On the drive home I heard the squeak yet again. In the end, not only am I to blame for the constant brake squeak but it also appears as thought they are either unable or unwilling to fix the squeak, and I am now the sucker driving too safely down the road in a squeaky car paying $450.00 a month to do so.
2008May 10
Accord LXP 4 Cly
- Automatic transmission
- 16,000 miles
i have 2008 Honda accord lxp . bought brand new from the Honda dealer when they sell you the car they tell you all good about it but they will not tell you whats you are getting into.
my car was made in japan that's what they told me that i will never come up with issue . but the issues from where i start i don't even know.
my rear brakes wen bad . it will scrape bad i did not drove the car almost 2 weeks because of the noise . took it dealer they gave me run around and then said its not covered almost cost me $300.
check other complaints about this car . in other complaints
2008Sep 01
Accord EX-L NAV 4 Cyclinder
- Automatic transmission
- 9,000 miles
The brakes on car give out a squeaky sound when a very light pressure is applied on them. They are fine when pressed hard.
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2009Nov 11
Accord LX 2.4L
The noise is really annoying. My wife uses the Honda to commute. Now I have to wait on fixing it because I lost my business and must watch every dollar we spend. She is driving my car now and our Honda is sitting in our driveway. I would rather do that than get in an accident. I will call Honda of Katy TX tomorrow and see what they have to offer because I refuse to pay anything for their mess up. If not, I will fix it,and put it for sale in no time and say Bye Bye to Honda forever.
Good luck,
chenzia
Tomball, TX, USA
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