This problem may be covered under warranty. Ask your Honda dealer.
7.2
pretty badTypical Repair Cost:
$196.00
Average Mileage:
6,704 miles
Total Complaints:
115 complaints
Most common solutions:
- not sure (50 reports)
- Honda should issue a recall and make a design change (45 reports)
- let's all complaint to the top! (7 reports)
- new pads and machine turned rotors (6 reports)
- fixed under the TSB 09-096 issued for front brakes (5 reports)
- class-action lawsuit (2 reports)
brakes problem
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2011Jun 08
Accord EX 2.4L 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 27,000 miles
Squeeking and squeling sounds come from front and back. Honda must have recall and fix this properly.
2009Oct 01
Accord EXL 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 3,000 miles
Seriously, the rear breaks started squealing at 3000 miles. Took it to the dealer twice (frontier honda in longmont). I was given the service bulletin enlightening me on "break dust."
The car has been a significant dissapointment.
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2011Jun 02
Accord LX 2.4L
- Automatic transmission
- 23,000 miles
I have owned and operated many Honda vehicles and was happy with Honda quality. So I ended up purchasing another one ('09 Accord LX) and was disappointed in year 2 of my purchase. The brakes started to squeak. Since I was within the warranty period, I went to the dealer, they said that brakes are considered wear and tear and are not covered in the warranty.
I had to take it to my mechanic, he said the brakes had worn out, pads and the rotor. The repairs cost me over $280. For a 2 year-old vehicle in warranty period!
NOT A Happy Camper. I was asking around among friends, someone suggested to check on the internet. I found http://www.accordsettlement.com/. I heard that this person fought for 4 months before he received the settlement money. Even so, he only got paid for brake pads!
I am not sure this is all HONDA could do!
Nilesh
2009Mar 20
Accord EXL V6
- Automatic transmission
- 10 miles
After i bought the brand new accord v6 i notice after week that my brake sqeak like NYC yellow cab loud enough to get embarrassed driving ... new good looking car ... took to the dealer and they try to fixed but without any luck... suggest me wait Honda is doing research and may be you will get a recall letter to get it fix free .... lucky my cousin own a shop where he did take care of my car and had no noise after that .... the letter came in too late after nearly a year ..... if any one have same problem visit www.baysideauto.com at crocheon avenue .
2009Jun 01
Accord EX-L Coupe V6
- Automatic transmission
- 5,000 miles
Brought in my accord several times for squealing brakes. They said they didn't have a fix. It constantly sounds like I need new brake pads, but the thickness is fine.
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2011Feb 01
Accord
- Automatic transmission
- 57,000 miles
I have only had my 2009 Honda Accord for 8 months and already had to replace back brakes. This is crap and I think I am owed a reimbursement. I paid $247.00 to have them fixed and I have an extended warranty. I want my money back!
2010Feb 02
Accord EX
- Automatic transmission
- 6,000 miles
I don't even really know when it started or what the mileage was. Since this is still a fairly new car, it shouldn't be happening. I didn't realize that I am not the only one until I started looking on here at all of the complaints about brakes. Now I am really unhappy with this car - won't buy a Honda again. Not impressed at all.
2010Dec 30
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 28,000 miles
I noticed that my beautiful Honda Accord squeaks like I am dragging a metal building behind me. It may last for a few minutes or an hour and then stop. I took it to Honda and the technician told me that it was the "brake indicator" and he said that these new brakes go out at around 25-30K miles. I said, "sounds to me like Honda has a problem". I asked him if my car was front wheel drive with only 28K miles why would my back brakes go out first and he said, "that is how car's are designed now ma'am". Hummmm......really, jackass....that is the best you got?!? Honda needs to issue a recall on these cars in order to save customers in the end.
2009Oct 01
Accord
- Automatic transmission
- 1,200 miles
I had my Accord in the dealer 15 times before they would actually fix my brakes.. They kept telling me that "oh miss they are supposed to sound like that, you don't know what you are talking about there is nothing wrong with your brakes" !!! Finally I got a hold of a bulletin that went out only to Honda, that said the brakes were bad on the 09 and 10 Accords and if people came in with a problem they had to fix it, then finally a lawsuit came out and now they are kissing my a** !!
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2010Aug 11
Accord LX
- Automatic transmission
- 21,000 miles
Lamacchia Honda of Syracuse would not eat the cost for fixing this brand new cars breaks. The breaks on a Honda should not go at 20,000 miles I told the service manger, I have a Chevy trunk with 56,000 miles still on the original breaks,his comment was that it was Honda's problem and he could not reimburse me.I will never buy a foreign car again!!!
2009Dec 04
Accord LX 2.4L
- Automatic transmission
- 18,961 miles
ON 12/04/09 I HAD TOOK MY 09 HONDA TO WOLFCHASE TO HAVE THE BRAKES REPAIRED AND I PAID FOR IT OUT OF POCKET BECAUSE I WAS TOLD THAT THE BRAKES AREN'T APART OF WARRANTY. SO I PAID FOR THEM.
2010Jul 05
Accord LX-P 2.4L
- Automatic transmission
- 12,000 miles
At 12K miles, the local honda dealer said my rear brakes needs to be replaced and not covered under warranty. even tho on the diagnose report stats my rear brakes are at 7.5 and front brakes at 9.0. they don't dienied Honda has a problem with the rear brakes, but refuse to repair it under warranty, this is un-acceptable.
This is my 7th Honda made cars, never had problem when it's that new. Also, both my remote keyless entry starts to fail, they won't fix it either, keep telling me it's the battery running low. come on, my 2001 Acura TL's remote still on it's original battery. I did swap the batteries but the problem is still there.After I found this page, seeing a lot of people are having same problem as I have, I am so disappointted...
Well, if Honda doesn't act quickly on those issues, next time around when I need to buy a car, Honda will not be on my shopping list. that's my promiss to Honda.
2010Feb 08
Accord LX 2.4L
- Automatic transmission
- 26,000 miles
Well, after finding out several others with the Honda Accord have the same problem, I went to have my car repaired at the local Honda Dealership in Clovis, Ca. Well, first thing when I mentioned Service Bulletin 09-096, the Service Man "Rudy" was rude and argumentative. When I mentioned the brakes were horrible and the problems reported by others, including the fact my vehicle was under warranty, Rudy told me it was not, they don't work for free, and I should read the bulletin. I asked for a copy since Honda conveniently forgot to send any notice. It appears the matter is a Class Action Lawsuit under "Settlement." The brakes sound like I'm dragging an aluminum boat down the road. How pathetic is that!
I have owned 4 Honda vehicles in the past and I am really surprised at how secretive this company has been, especially with a problem such as brakes. We all know what happens if brakes do not operate properly and I find it really disgusting they have not been forthright with their customers. So, I have decided I will NEVER buy a Honda again. I used to recommend Honda, not anymore.
I'm so pissed off I cant express in words how angry I am. You pay 24+ thousand for a vehicle which is supposed to be reliable and you assume the warranty purchased with the vehicle will be honored. Should have known better. From now on, I will not recommend Honda to anyone, in fact, based on my experience, including RUDE RUDY, I will campaign heavily to dissuade others from buying a Honda. Apparently they do not care enough about their product to simply take care of a widespread problem. What the hell is a bumper to bumper warranty good for if they won't abide by it. There is only one thing they care about and thats MONEY! Sorry HONDA, you won't get another penny from me. I will fix my brakes myself since your parts are SH$T anyway. Customers should not have to jump through hoops to be provided what they paid for.
ATTENTION: HONDA has officically been placed on the top of my SH$T LIST.
Warning: Avoid buying any Honda product, they are snake oil Salesmen. Oh yeah, RUDY at Honda North in Clovis, thanks for nothing you OGRE.
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2010Apr 01
Accord LX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 28,000 miles
First, let me thank zipmandan (post #772) for his post. This, "Original brake kit part number 43022-TA0-A00 -> 2nd kit 43022-TA0-A51 -> 3rd kit 43022-TA0-A70," was all I needed when I went to the dealership.
I had the same back brake issue as others who posted here. Loud screeching noise from rear brakes. The noise was intermittent but would occur sometimes when braking, some times when passing over "rolling" bumps and at other times the noise would stay on for minutes at a time. Applying the brakes when the noise was constant would change the pitch as would lightly applying the e-brake.
I had the brakes checked at a local garage and the mechanic told me to take it to the dealership because the wear on the back breaks unusual. I brought the service bulletin 09-096 as well as the info above about the changes in the brake kit for the rear. The dealer replaced both front and rear pads as well as re-surfaced the rotors. The confirmed the new kit for the back brakes when I showed them the part #.
They did all the work under warranty at no charge. I had 28000 miles on an 09 Accord LX. The service manager as well as the service tech acknowledged the issue. They replaced the front brakes under the 09-096 and cited a "manufacturers defect" for the rear.
Honda is certainly aware of this issue and the dealership was top notch in addressing the problem.
On a side note, I also received two new keys under the service bulletin 09-099. My keyless remote did not function correctly from the day I got the car. The service manager asked if I had any other issues to address and I mentioned the keys in passing. When they were done I had two new perfectly function keys as well as brand new brakes all the way around.
2010Mar 22
Accord EX-L 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 13,000 miles
MY CONCERN IS NOT ONLY THE BRAKES BEING AN ISSUE AND THAT HONDA SHOULD DO A RECALL SINCE THEY HAVE A SOLUTION, BUT ALSO THE DEALERSHIPS. THEY ARE AMAZING TO TELL SOMEONE THAT "IT IS NORMAL TO REPLACE BRAKE PADS!" MY VEHICLE ONLY HAS 13000 AND HOW CAN THE BACK BRAKES BE WORN OUT ALREADY. AFTER CHECKING WITH ANOTHER HONDA DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT THEY STATE ALL 08 AND 09 HONDA ACCORDS HAVE THIS ISSUE AND HONDA HAS A REPLACEMENT PAD AVAILABLE. OF COURSE IT COSTS YOU AS A CONSUMER! THAT IS RIDICULOUS. WITH ALL THE PROBLEMS TOYOTA, NISSAN, AND HONDAS ARE HAVING IS ANYONE NOT STEPPING UP TO THE PLATE TO MAKE SURE OUR CARS ARE SAFE AND FIXED AT THEIR COST. I DID NOT MAKE THE CAR I BOUGHT IT! HONDA YOU SHOULD BE ASHAMED AND STANDING BEHIND YOUR PRODUCT AND REPUTATION! FIX OUR CARS!
2010Mar 25
Accord EXL V6
- Automatic transmission
- 11,740 miles
Our brakes to our 2009 honda had been sqealing from almost the start of owning the car. at 11740 miles we had our car inspected , our rear brakes were worn out . Our mechanic told us to contact honda dealership because this is a big problem, honda should cover the cost of replacing the brakes. the dealership told us that they would replace the pads if we were under 12000 miles. now im afaid to drive the car fearing that I am in danger because of the brakes not working properly, I have 4 kids that i drive around constantly !!!!! Will the brakes fade and fail after the back brakes heat up due to a design flaw ? the other problem the mechanic showed us is the tires are wearing out unevenly front and rear drivers side wearing quicker than front and rear passenger side. I thought the tires should always wear two front and to back together ! could this be due to the rear design in the brakes??
I bought 5 hondas in the last 10 years i live for my honda really no other car would compair !!! i am so upset and fell totally let down from honda all for the price of 29,000.00
i could not have invested my money in a worst place!! no more honda's for my family of 7
2010Apr 20
Accord EX 4 Cl
- Automatic transmission
- 24,000 miles
2009 Honda Accord EX - Honda will replace worn out brakes with "redesigned" brakes for free under warranty for 36 month/36,000 miles. They know they have a problem with the rear brakes dragging and wearing prematurely. There is bulletin out on it now and Honda will replace worn rear brakes with the "redesigned" brakes for free at no cost (do not let the dealer charge you a dime for any of the work including turning the rotors) . I just had my rears replaced yesterday after my rears worn out after only 24,000 miles. They added a spring to keep the brakes separated on the new design and to keep them off the rotor.
2008Aug 28
Accord EX-L 2.4L
- Automatic transmission
- 0 miles
The brakes on my 2009 Accord Cpe have squealed since I got the car. I have almost 31,000 miles on it now so I guess I have learned to deal with it. It is embarrassing! I figured it was just the kind of brakes on the car. I know what a fight you have to deal with to get the Honda dealerships to fix anything. I had a 2006 Civic and had the same problem as everyone else with the tires roaring and pre-mature wear. It took 6 months of being lied to by the dealership and then finally complaining to Honda out in CA directly to get them to agree to fix the problem for free (even though I had to pay for new tires). I quickly turned the car in for the Accord. Love the car, hate the squeaky tires!
2009Oct 26
Accord V6
- Automatic transmission
- 6,000 miles
took over 4 months for Honda to finally replace all 4 brake pads to fix issues.
2009Feb 11
Accord EXL V6
- Automatic transmission
- 652 miles
I bought my brand new car a Honda Accord EXL V6 with Navigation in January 2009. I am a first time Honda owner and now I am a last time Honda owner. I was disappointed that the dealer can't fix something so simple the first time I took it in. I took the car home, and the next day it was squeaking again. I called American Honda to report the problem, they told me call the dealer. I called the dealer, they said "Honda knows the problem, we can't do anything more about it. Wait for Honda to call". Sounds like no body wants to take responsibility.
I am waiting waiting, nothing happens. It could be worse, it could be a Toyota.
2009Feb 01
Accord EX 2.4L
- Automatic transmission
- 200 miles
I own 09 Accord that I bought Jan 2009. I noticed the front brakes squeal right from the first week. As I am not the primary driver for that car I notice it pretty often when I drive. Sometimes I do find that it’s not consistent. I took it to the dealer once and they did provide me the information that it is a known issue and Honda is working on it. But how long is Honda going to work on it? It just seems ridiculous.
2008Nov 03
Accord EXL 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 5,000 miles
Almost immediately after driving off the lot the breaks began to squeal. I have taken it back 3 times now and the dealership still hasn't resolved it. Thanks to the posts here I will bring the car back and hopefully have the new break pads installed.
2010Feb 10
Accord 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 20,000 miles
I got my new accord in september 2008, after a couple of months i noticed the rear brakes would often squeak but never paid mind to it since it wasn't bad. But this week the rear breaks started squeaking like crazy to the point where people turn their head to stair at my car, so embarrassing.
2008Sep 29
Accord EX-L V6
- Manual transmission
- 14,000 miles
Brakes squeal like mad since the day I bought it. Brake pads on all 4 corners have been replaced once and the brake rotors have been turned TWICE already!! No effect at all. Honda says they "are aware of the problem, we're working on a solution" and then they told the dealer to make no more repairs to the car. This was back in 2008 and no fix is on the horizon. Combined with the fact that the rear pads wear out way too fast, I'd say Honda's "legendary reliability" is worth about as much as Toyota's these days. Given how many complaints about Honda's brakes are posted all over the internet, I don't understand how they can get away without doing a recall. Honda is ridiculous! I'll be telling everyone I know to avoid Honda from now on.
2009Sep 01
Accord EX-L CPE. W/NAV
- Automatic transmission
- 3,000 miles
I purchased my 2009 Accord EX-L Coupe w/Navigation in May 2009. It's now close to ten months later and I only have 6,000 miles on it. The brakes started squeaking off and on since day one. It didn't bother me at first, but then it got annoying. I finally called the dealer. They said it was normal. Then I called American Honda and let them know what was happening so I'd have something documented--you should ALL do this!. Then I read/heard about all the complaints about the brakes (or lack thereof).
After doing a little research, I found an attorney who has ALREADY filed a class-action lawsuit. I entered my information about my car and problems/issues. They called me back and told me that my name is on the "list". They answered any questions I had and told me I'd get emails or phone calls informing me of any new information. They've been very, very helpful. So, to help you with your stress and frustration, here is the link to the website. I'm sure this will make you feel a little better. Let me know what happens and good luck! :)
http://www.girardgibbs.com/hondabrakes.asp?_kk=honda%20accord%20brake%20problems&_kt=72b8cce1-0fe8-4f4f-88b8-55662de96fbb&gclid=CPiPpoG2ip0CFUdM5QodLVRm2Q
2009Jul 01
Accord ES V4
- Automatic transmission
- 1,500 miles
Brought into shop 2 times, 2nd time they told me that this was normal for my car and that I would have to replace my brake pads every 10-12,000 miles. Spoke with my salesperson who told me that wasn't normal so I am taking it back to dealer. I now have 10,000 miles on vehicle and they still are making noise everyday.
2009Feb 21
Accord EXL V6
- Automatic transmission
- 100 miles
Traded in my incredible E39 BMW because the geniuses at work convinced me that as it aged I would have terrible problems with it (keeping in mind I was at $79 out of pocket for its service to that point. Shows how bright I am.) I leased the "best, bulletproof ,can't go wrong ever, never will regret, all the magazines love car" on the market. A week off the lot, the car sounds like a mid-80's Audi trying to come to a halt. I try to time my stop light stops to be beside a clunker, so they get blamed for the horrible sound.
Also, with about 780 miles on the clock, the "engine is about to explode light" pops on, of course in the bad part of town. After getting a stern telephone lecture from the service manager that if I was lying about the warning light, I would have to pay for the flatbed, I get it towed to the dealership. Same service manager called to say that I was off the hook for the flatbed, but they had no idea why my car cried SOS and if it comes on again, I should ignore it - except if the problem is real, then I should stop. Oh, and if I guess wrong and keep driving it with the light on and it does fly apart, the warranty will be voided...but the light probably means nothing. Luckily, the problem has not repeated.
Honda has lost my business. I'm already counting down the months when I can unload this rolling symbol of regret. Their dealership's salesman looked my wife and I in the eyes when asked if the model/year had any known service issues and lied - about brakes!!! Really wish the leadership from Japan would step in on this one and do the right thing, it's apparent that Honda USA will not.
2010Jan 09
Accord LX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 12,000 miles
First my "tale of woe"!
For the past 10 months I have been just another faceless, dissatisfied first time Honda Accord owner whose brakes squealed since the day I pulled out of the dealership in Charlotte, NC in February '09. In July '09, after several visits to dealerships in Charlotte (by me) and Birmingham, AL (by my son), I was given a copy of Tech Line Summary Article ATS090503 re. Front Brake Squeal, and advising the dealer that replacing pads and/or rotors would not give lasting repair for 2008-2009 Accord brake noise. The service manager was sympathetic and polite but made sure I knew his hands were tied about any repair until Honda re-engineered the brake pads, and cautioned me about voiding some nebulous warranty if I decided to go the after-market route. In addition to hounding the dealership service department I registered my complaint with American Honda and spent several hours mostly trying to talk to people who had little-to-no command of the English language. I think that registering my complaint with American Honda was supposed to make me feel like I was making progress but, in reality, it only proceeded to frustrate me further. Every time I called (and I called several times) I got a different customer service rep (and I use that term generously) and had to start the process all over again. If you haven't gone through the registration fiasco I recommend you skip that part of the ordeal. Try banging your head against a wall instead. At least it will feel good when you stop and, by the way, your brakes will still squeal!!
Now the good news....
My son found Carcomplaints.com several months ago and I've taken solace on a weekly basis knowing that I wasn't the only poor schlep in this country trying to win this unwinnable wrestling match. You can imagine my glee on January 4, 2010 when I actually saw that Mr. "tmoguy" from Mobile, AL was contacted by his dealership and had replacement brakes installed with immediate resolution of the problem. I called my Charlotte service manager and was told to bring the car in immediately as he had limited replacement parts. That sounded good but, unfortunately, my Accord is with my son in Birmingham. After several phone calls, e-mails, faxes and crossed-fingers he was able to bring the car to the dealership in Birmingham and have replacement pads (#1-45022-TEO-999) installed today. He's driven all of about 3 miles home from the dealership without as much as a peep out of the brakes. The early returns are good but, literally, we'll keep our ears to the track. I'm glad I didn't give up on this crusade so you shouldn't either. Me and "tmoguy" had our brakes replaced in Alabama so there has to be hope for other states too. I've "lurked" on several websites over the past few years but never posted. It feels good to blow off this steam. I hope this rant helps you find a way to get some satisfaction and stop every car and pedestrian within a 3 mile radius from staring at you when you step on the brake pedal on your shiny new Accord.. Good luck!!
2009Dec 28
Accord EXL V6
- Automatic transmission
- 16,993 miles
I am so upset, I paid $34,000 for this car because of the "navi". I took my car in for an oil change, and they claimed they told me about the rear brakes, which they didn't. They then wanted to waive the parts and charge me for labor!!!!!! Ridiciculous! I think we all need to do a class action lawsuit. These are not cheap cars. Then they had the nerve to ask me to replace them with more of these jacked up brakes. I'll pass!!! I bought ater market brakes. I looked at is though they should have sucked it up and just replaced them for free. This is unheard of. On top of it, this is my 4th honda accord at the same dealership. What does everyone think we should do?? Oh, and they said the backs wore sooner than the front because the fronts are 10 MM and the backs are 9 MM, yet my fronts appear to be almost new!
2009Dec 01
Accord EXL 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 18,000 miles
front brakes squeaks like crazy just like everyone else.
HOWEVER, you should rejoice!!! thanks to "tmoguy" and "fixourbrakes.blogspot.com", there is now a solution offered by Honda!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If your squeaky brakes are on front and you're within warranty, read below:
1. Bring the car to dealer and mention about your brake squeaks
2. Tell them Honda of America now has a Technical Service Bulletin: 09-096. Apparently "09-096" is the magic number that triggers them to fix your problem for free.
3. They will recognize the problem and offer free replacement of front brake pad. This is a redesigned one with part # 45022-TE0-999.
Apparently Honda had enough compliants about the pads so they've switched to a new brake pad manufacturer and offers free replacement for customers within warranty period.
I've driven 40 miles since the new pad was installed. Not one bit of noise since then. Will update again few weeks later. So far so good... Honda, you're not that bad after all!
So even if you're already out of warranty, you can just buy the new brake pads from Honda and replace it yourself. Just be sure the part number is 45022-TE0-999 for the pads.
For more info check out this post:
http://fixourbrakes.blogspot.com/2009/11/no-more-squeals.html
2008Dec 30
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 150 miles
Brake Squeel almost immediately after taking the car off the lot. Returned at 5000 mile for oil change and complained about brake squeak. Told adjusted hand brake and everything should be fine. Again right after pick up brakes started squeeking again. Currently at Nalley Honda, Union City, GA for oil Change,tire rotation and squeekly brakes. Service writer just informed me that the rear brakes are at 50% but did not have a squeak. Had I know of Hondas Brake problem and low life, I would not have bought the Honda. Interesting enough, I am in the market for another car and looked at the new crosstour, The sales manager told me that he had never heard of a problem with the Brakes with the accord. Do you think I should buy a car from him? I don't think so.
Round two. One more and it is time to go for the Lemon Law.
Honda, You need to wake up,
2009Dec 01
Accord LX
- Automatic transmission
- 30,000 miles
2009. a year old. 30000 miles...i drive from tampa to orlando almost every day, so i'm not using the brakes, but the gas pedal...and yes the squeel is just unbearable. why is it doing this so early?!
2009Dec 28
Accord EX-L 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 22,564 miles
My brakes had been squealing for the past month or so. Given I needed to have something else looked at on the vehicle, I asked them to look at the rear brakes. I presumed they were wearing out due to the numerous complaints of premature wear on the 08-09 Accords. My rear brakes were actually still in good shape, the squealing was coming from the front pads.
Dealer advised a TSB just came out weeks earlier for this issue. Front brake pads and holder were replaced free of charge.
2009Jan 11
Accord 2.4 Full Option 2.4L
- Automatic transmission
- 3,107 miles
I went to the dealer 3 times and every time they tell me that they machined the rotor and problem is fixed. As of my experience in maintenance of cars they should change the diameter of rotor for front and rear wheels. The rotor is too small and the result is that it becomes hot and loses friction on the rotor by disk pads. I am planning to change them with sports rotor, which comes with holes - maybe it works. But honda, they don't give a good solution. Normally if you apply brake at 140 KPH before you reach to 6KPH breaks starts squeaking, and lose friction, start shuddering and you start feel embarrassed.
2009Feb 13
Accord
- Automatic transmission
- 25 miles
Honda needs to do something all ready and the dealerships need to take some of the responsibility I thought I was doing the right thing by buying a car from a dealership in my own community. Gardena Honda ... what do you have to say for yourself! I am embarrassed to brack. It sounds like finger nails on a chalk board. AARRRHHHHHH
2008Sep 01
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 500 miles
Like everyone said my brakes began squeaking within a few weeks of getting my brand new car. A couple weeks ago, I suddenly had to replace the rear brakes. I heard a terrible noise and never considered the brakes since they shouldn't have gone out so quickly. I was told that the upper level models have some advanced braking system where the tradeoff is that the rear brakes wear out quicker. They said they usually need to be replaced between 20K and 25K miles. I was at about 19.5K. Two weeks later they're breaking already!!! I love this car...except for this problem. Now that I see EVERYONE has this problem, Honda should DEFINITELY do a recall or provide free brake repairs - including rotors - for all 2009 Accord models (other than the base which doesn't have the same braking system).
2009Sep 08
Accord EX
- Automatic transmission
- 3,000 miles
Well, along with everyone else, I too am hearing and now feeling brake problems on my 2009 Accord. I noticed the squealing within the first month of having the Accord and took the car to the dealership I bought it from. I was shown a memo from Honda showing that they had a problem and it was being looked into. The mechanics cleaned the brakes/rotors and I left, with the brakes squealing. Yesterday, while driving down from the mountains, my Accord started to shake and shimmy like the front end was going to fall off. Previously I had leased a 2009 Accord (low end model) and had no problems with that one so decided to buy a higher end model only to be stuck with this problem. I will not allow my wife or children to ride in this vehicle until this problem is resolved.
I regret buying this car at this point. For those of you who mentioned looking into the Toyota Camry, I have an '08 and though it feels like it is cheaply made, (handling and overall interior feel) I would definitely recommend it over the Accord. Currently wasting my life away sitting in car dealership waiting for some information on how much time and money it will take to fix this piece of crap. Currently at 11,500 miles.
2009Nov 25
Accord LX 2.4L
- Automatic transmission
- 10,348 miles
I think we all have to write letters to American Honda Corporation. We should clearly state the problem and follow up on it closly. If we do not complain and follow up on it, we will never get a solution to the problem. Let us all presure American Honda Corp. to give us a fix to the problem: otherwise, we are working for them and paying them for something that initially it is their bad disingn. As far as I am concerned, I bought a brand new car far from defects and I am paying a monthly payment to have a new car not a experiment. I have purchased four times brand new Hondas and leased 2 times. It does not seem fair to me that I have to worry about a brand new car. Let your voices be heard and take a few minutes to call them and let them know your concerns until they hear you.
2008Nov 18
Accord LX V4
- Automatic transmission
- 2,000 miles
I have brought my Honda to the dealership several times for squeaky brakes & finally they changed the brake pads. I few weeks later they started squeaking AGAIN! They took a look & said that there's nothing they can do about it & maybe they'll be a recall. I filed a complaint w/ the Attorney General, then I met w/ corporate Honda- believe it or not, the brakes never squeaked when they test drove it! Later that day they started squeaking , of course, after I left the dealership! So now, I have just drive around w/ humiliating squeaking brakes on a brand new car! There needs to be a recall. It's a shame that I paid for a brand new car & get treated like crap. I will never buy from Honda again.
2009Oct 07
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 10,000 miles
4th time to dealership! This time they replaced the back brake pads. Said this should correct the problem. Tired of giving up my car and going to the dealership. Wished I'd never traded off my old 2004 Accord. Thought buying the top of the line Accord with all the bells and whistles with the Navigation and XM, and all would be great......should have kept my old car!
Next day the brakes squealed again, and now seems to be getting worse than before.
Something must be done, Lemon Law or something! Wishing you'd never bought the car and knowing you paid money for all this frustration! Seems someone should come up with a Civil suite agains HONDA
2009Jan 05
Accord EX 2.4L 4
- Automatic transmission
- 20 miles
I began my lease 12/20/09. Brakes squeaked from beginning. The first two times, the dealership made me think I was crazy. Third time, they called TechLine and admitted there was a problem with the brake composite. Have contacted American Honda and sent Lemon Law letter and don't really care. The dealership is meeting with me to try and make it right but we'll see what happens. They feel that it is perfectly acceptable to have loud, squeaking, squealing brakes because they have deemed them to be safe. Such utter ridiculous unprofessional behavior. I feel deceived. I told them that my payment is based on a brand new vehicle, paying for a car at 100%. Yet, the car delivered has not performed at 100%, therefore they should pro-rate my payment. They said they would not do that and I told them I will no accept less than 100%. They told me to get an attorney. Nice..........
2009Sep 23
Accord LX 3.2L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 15,000 miles
I had brake squaeking for about a month before I took it to Honda, a week before I went to take it in it was obnoxious and had a grinding noise. I took it in to have them look at it at a Honda Dealership. They replaced my brake pads and rotors..... the service tech then called me to tell me my car was done. I proceeded to ask what was wrong with the car and how much it was for my car (since I also got my car inspected and got an oil change). They told me my bill was over $300 bucks... a oil change and inspection should not add up to this... esp. since I had a coupon for a free oil change. The service rep then told me that it cost over $200 bucks for my brakes to be repaired because they were worn down to the rotors and needed to be completely replaced because it was NOT SAFE. I yelled at the guy because I did not authorize this to be done to my car and I sure was not going to pay for it. After talking to 2 different managers and threatening to sue for lost damages and taking it to small claims court, or I told them I was just going to leave it there and I would my car sit there until the issue got recalled (I of course knew of this issue beforehand from this website so I was not backing down) they wound up paying for the entire repair.
I got my car home and it braked like back to normal and didn't make any noises. A month went by and the squeaking started again. This went on for about a month. I noticed that it was taking me a little longer to brake but didn't think anything of it till the other day.... I was driving home and cars in front of me slammed on their brakes and i proceeded to slam on my brakes to stop (which I def. had enough room to stop).... my car did not brake in time and i slammed into the car in front of me (luckily only going in the 20s). I tried twice to slam on my brakes and it barely slowed down. I 100% blame Honda and their brakes for my accident. If they would have made a recall or fixed them right to begin with I would not have a damaged car. Luckily I walked away fine and my car walked away with a few scratches and a little dent on the bumper... no one was hurt and the damage was minimal... I however do not feel safe driving the car and will not drive the car until I have it inspected by a Honda rep, and a regular mechanic and collision specialist.
Honda if you are reading this... you need to recall your brakes on your 2009 Accords.... they are garbage.... you are lucky I was going slow!!!
Anyone in the market to buy a new car... DO NOT BUY A ACCORD... it will only be problems!!!
Update from Nov 12, 2009: Going back AGAIN to Honda tomorrow to have my brakes looked at AGAIN......Did I mention I hate HONDA right now?
2009Aug 01
Accord EX-L 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 1,000 miles
Honda needs to fix this issue (PERIOD) It will be cheaper for them to fix this Brake issue, and maintain there reputation, than it will be for them to lose all of us as customers !! At this point, I am kicking myself for not leasing ! And I will NOT by another Honda !!
2009Aug 03
Accord EXL 2.4L
- Automatic transmission
- 5,000 miles
Just like all the other complaints, the dealership indicated that this is "normal". I have owned several cars and not one of them ever had squeaky brakes. I would estimate 95% or more of the cars I see every day do not have squeaky brakes (new and old cars). I cannot believe that Honda thinks this is acceptable and normal. There is nothing cooler than rolling into a stop light and getting everyone's attention on your sweet car that squeaks....what a joke!
Update from Jul 20, 2011: FYI - The local Honda dealership ended up replacing the front brakes for free about a year ago...but now...squeaky brakes again...this time the rear tires. Less than 24K on the car.
2009Aug 11
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 6,000 miles
Took my Accord back a second time for my brakes squealing since they said they couldn't hear it the first time. The brakes had gotten very loud and was embarrasing driving as people you stopped next too could hear your brakes. Would never think a NEW car would have this problem. Had many Hondas prior and loved each one. I loved this one when I bought it but now I'm not happy at all with the car. Honda needs to step up and correc the problem.
This second time to the dealership, I was told again there was no problem and they couldn't hear the problem. I was also told to refer to my manual about the fact brakes do at times squeal. This ticked me off totally as I'm not an idiot, and I knew no one had driven or checked out the car, so I called the owner of dealership, and he said he'd drive it. Again after leaving my car for a day, they said they didn't hear it.
If it happens again bring it back out
2009Sep 10
Accord EX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 8,500 miles
3rd time to dealership with brakes that squeal. It was also first time for oil change so I took the car in, and made a repair person go for a ride with me. Didn't even make it 1/10th of a mile from dealership and he heard the problem. Told dealership I'd had this car in twice prior and they couldn't hear it, and I'm now sure they never looked at it, and then they also had the neve to tell me to read my manual. Thinking seriously of changing dealerships, after 6 cars guess I'm not too important to them.
The brake problem still the issue, and was told Honda has a problem and is trying to come up with some new type of pads, but they would look at the problem and try adding some sort of grease but if it still happened they would replace the pads! Left car a 3rd time, came back and drove it and didn't hear anything for ONE DAY!!!!
2009Jul 02
Accord EX-L V6 Coupe V6
- Automatic transmission
- 5,000 miles
Had previous 96" Accord with few complaints....Its brakes are still quit compared to
the 09" which cost 29 grand compared to the 16k for the old accord. Hope for
a new disk/pad reformulation recall soon before the rotors warp !
2009Oct 16
Accord EXLV6 V6
- Automatic transmission
- 5,000 miles
We should all write to:
Mr Takanobo Ito
President & CEO
Honda Motor Co. Ltd.
1-1 Minami-Aoyama
2-Chome Minato-ku
Tokyo, Japan 107-8556
Directly to the top, after all this should be embarrassing to them. Poor engineering is never an excuse, poor management is even worse. I bought Honda because I trusted them, now they must repair their tarnished immage, I say we all write a request for this repair, and for a solution to this giant problem they have caused.
2009Apr 20
Accord EX 4
- Automatic transmission
- 3,657 miles
I have read most of the complaints my story is no different. I contacted Honda 10/14 to open a case. Honda's case worker contacted me today to inform me it's not a know problem after reading all of the complaints, that's simply ridiculous. I directed her to anyone of a number of websites, she stated it's not their policy to review these. The second time I took the car back in September the Dealership said Honda is working on a fix but it seems their taking their time. The Case worker informed me that I should read the owners manual and understand that cars make noises and the noise is not affecting the drive or safety concerns of the vehicle. This is an unacceptable answer and the noise is distracting. How do we discern this acceptable noise from a real safety concern with the brakes? Honda as with any reputable company, should step up and take ownership here and do the right thing and recall as everyone agrees. As to the comments regarding the noise and that we should all suck it up and get over it. Wonder which Dealership he/she works for? Probably not any of the ones we bailed out, yah think?
A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
2011Oct 21
Accord
My girlfriend bought this 2009 accord used. it had gone thru Honda's certification (what ever that means). Shortly after her purchase the front brakes started squeaking. I first thought maybe a rock got lodged in the brake and would work itself out. But the brakes continued to get worse. Finally I took the car in for her to be serviced. At first I was told it was a moisture problem. (There hasn't been any moisture here this winter til a couple of days ago). Then I was told it may be a rust build up (the car is used in the city so it doesn't sit long enough to build up rust or if rust develops that fast the brakes use a really poor metal). Finally I was shown a Honda service report that detailed a replacement of the brakes for a newer material that presumably wont squeak. I asked is this not a recall item if there is a known problem? Answer... No because its not a safety issue, its an annoyance issue... Well Honda, seeing and hearing your cars squeaking all about this country is GREAT advertising!!! How you treat your "valued" customers with this issue (especially during these economic times) is down right pitiful!!! Fix the problem for free!!! You know who most of the owners are. So us you care about your reputation or find the Accord becoming a memory cause I will never recommend your car or any other Honda product again!!!
Howard H.
Harwood, ND, USA
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