8.9
pretty badTypical Repair Cost:
no data
Average Mileage:
18,165 miles
Total Complaints:
7 complaints
Most common solutions:
- not sure (5 reports)
- I heard that Honda replaced worn rings and engine short block (1 reports)
- replace worn out valve seals (1 reports)
engine problem
This problem may be covered under warranty. Ask your Honda dealer.
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2009Aug 01
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 30,000 miles
The first three oil changes on this car were done by the dealer and each time, the car was really low on oil. Of course the dealership "St. Louis Honda" insisted it was my fault because I was a little late bringing it in, even charging me an engine diagnostic while it was under warranty. The real problem was valve seals that apparently are wearing out early. My third Honda Accord is the best looking one yet, but it's got problems...including brakes. I am not waiting to see what happens next, I traded it in two weeks ago. I feel bad for the next guy.
2009Jun 10
Accord EXL V6
- Manual transmission
- 34,000 miles
I own a 2008 EXL V6 MT. I first noticed the oil consumption problem at 7000 miles. My local dealer put me on a Honda Oil Consumption Test beginning at 11,000 miles, where I came in every 3000 miles for a change. At 3000 miles, my car was consuming 1.5 quarts. After the 2nd oil change on the test, the dealer notified me that Honda decided to replace my engine, and that the engine was on order.
My engine was replaced at 18,000 miles. Everything has been good with my car since then...no oil consumption...until now. I'm at 34,000 miles with 4,000 miles since my last oil change. I'm at 50% on my car's oil change indicator, and my oil level is below the dipstick lines, probably in excess of 2qts down. I knew I had the problem again when I accelerated from a highway exit and the engine stumbled around 5500 RPM's, right where the VTEC kicks in and needs oil.
What a shame. I thought I was past this. Now it's back to the dealer tomorrow and onto Round 2 of my saga.
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2009Feb 01
Accord EXL V6
- Automatic transmission
- 9,000 miles
The dealer says 1 quart oil consumption every 3,000 miles is OK. I had a 1972 Oldsmobile with 78,000 miles that didn't consume as much oil. Also, the dipstick smells of gas. Not sure if these problems are related, but I imagine they are.
2008Jul 10
Accord EX-L 3.5L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 6,600 miles
My 2008 Honda Accord V6 with VCM consumes a quart of oil every 1000 mile. Honda dealer and headquarter tell me that's normal and meets their standards. Their standards must be going way down. I have a 1993 accord with over 200,000 mile and a 2002 odyssey with the same engine that has a 50,000 mile, they never burned a drop of oil. Honda lost me as a customer. I will never buy another Honda again. There quality is not what they advertise it to be anymore.
2008Aug 02
Accord Sedan 3.5L V5
- Automatic transmission
- 21,558 miles
Would be good if Honda would try to understand this high oil usage in their new V6 with cylinder unloading.
2008May 30
Accord EX L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 19,000 miles
08 Accord Coupe V6 VCM engine 3.5 liter total miles 19000.
This engine from last oil change of full synth has consumed 1 quart in 1852 miles. Honda has not agreed to do anything as it is in their specification of 1 quart per 1000 miles. Now is this what you expect from a brand new Honda V6 VCM? I would appreciate any and all assistance.
Thanks
Roger
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2008Aug 08
Accord ES 4 cyl
I have same 2008 Honda accord but 4cyl and facing same problem oil consumption and my first rear brakes was replaced at 8000 miles.
I have three other Honda and I used to have 2005 Honda accord which I traded in for this 2008 Honda accord.
I thing I paid money for problems.
I Took my car to dealer 4 time and they said it is normal for car to burn oil at 30000 miles. I try to argue with them that it is not normal for my older cars why it is normal for this new car with no success. It is just hitting you head against Concrete wall.
Any one have any idea what should I do and where should I complaint to resolve my problem or I have to live with it.
haque
Bristow, VA, USA
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