7.9
pretty badTypical Repair Cost:
$220.00
Average Mileage:
14,672 miles
Total Complaints:
29 complaints
Most common solutions:
- replace brakes (18 reports)
- let's all complaint to the top! (6 reports)
- not sure (5 reports)
brakes problem
This problem may be covered under warranty. Ask your Honda dealer.
Helpful Websites About 2009 Honda Accord premature brake wear
2009Nov 11
Accord LX
- Automatic transmission
- 13,000 miles
My girlfriend offered to take my car in to have a free oil change at Honda on Grand. We had leased the car from them just one year prior to the that date. The clock read ~12,000 miles. They had offered us two free oil changes as part of our deal when we leased the car. Since both of us work, and she happened to have the day off for Veterans day (and I did not), I agreed (reluctantly) that she should take it in.
They charged her $256.02 for a brake job! They took advantage of a woman (as often happens) to put the fear of God into her, saying that if the brakes were not fixed we would all end up in the other world (for me that would probably be the place with the big fires).
I think it stinks that this auto dealer did not call me (I am the person with the name on the lease, and the bill) to OK the expense!!! I think it stinks that they thought they could take advantage of a woman! I think it stinks that they leased me a car that needs a break job within one year of the lease initiation and they want me to pay for it!
I think it just stinks!!!!!!!!
Call these folks at 630-833-7700 if you agree. Be wary of leasing or buying a car from them.
2009Nov 12
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 23,150 miles
My 2009 accord, purchased in January, needs new rear brakes in November!! Granted, I have 23,000 miles on the car, but this is still absurd! My '06 Civic had over 60,000 miles when I traded it in and the brakes never neeed replacing! I do not drive or brake hard, so in my opinion this is unacceptable. I sincerely hope Honda plans to do something to rectify this situation immediately. I love my Accord, but if I'd known about this I doubt I would have gotten it!
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2009Oct 19
Accord EX-L 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 22,000 miles
I took my car in for a warranty repair for a problem I had with the steering column. Under warranty so the repair was free. I thought it was weird that I had a problem already but it was under warranty so no sweat. While they were fixing it the service guy called me and said my rear brakes had about 15% life remaining. I thought to myself yeah right they are just trying to make up some of the labor cost on the warranty work. So I blew it off. Then my wear sensors started squeaking and my first thought was oh great the guy bent my wear sensors. Then I looked up this site and I found all of these complaints.
I filed a complaint with the bbb autoline and they Honda contacted me within a few days. they offered to split the cost with me to replace the rear brakes. $100 parts a labor. Not good enough...I refused the offer and am replacing the pads myself. I plan to drive my car for the next 10 years. This is going to be a pita every year.
I had a 1996 Honda accord and loved the low maintenance that that car had. That is why I bought another one. They really screwed up on the engineering on the rear brake pads on my 2009 accord. Worn out at 22000. What a joke! It seems to me that they made the brake pads too tiny that they wear out way before the front pads. I am no longer recommending Honda cars to anyone. I used to be their advocate and word of mouth is powerful.
2009Sep 25
Accord LX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 23,000 miles
My 2009 Honda Accord it the worst car I've ever owned. I noticed my brakes squeaking a few months after purchase took it back to the dealership and repair person said there was nothing wrong. About 4 months later the back breaks began making loud screeching noise. My husband took it back to dealer and they said my rear brake pads needed replacing along with the rotors. Just took it back again last week and had to have my front brakes and rotors replaced. I've only had this car for one year. 25,000 miles. Also i think that my back speakers are blown. This is the worst car I've ever had. Only interested in classaction law suit or seeking private attorney and trying lemon law. Will never buy another Honda. Worst care ever!!!!!!!
2009Aug 06
Accord LX 3.2L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 18,000 miles
We are a first time Honda Car owner. We purchased our Honda Accord LX after extensive research which included Consumer Reports. At approximately 18K miles, we were informed by the Honda Service Department that our back brakes were down to 10% remaining on the rear brake pads. At 23K miles, the Honda Service Department advised that the brakes needed to be replaced. I complained to no avail to the Dealership and to Honda America who advised that they stand by the engineering and workmanship of their product and this is a normal wear and tear item. Our driving habits are daytime highway miles and for rear brake pads to worn out at 23K is ridiculous and non-standard for the auto industry. We own a 2000 Infinity I30 which required its first brake pad replacement at 110K miles, (actual need, not manufactures recommendation). Honda has a good reputation for producing quality products; I hope they will seize this opportunity to build brand loyalty by doing what is right for the owners of their 2008 model year Honda Accord. If not, I will never buy another Honda manufactured product.
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2009Oct 19
Accord LX 2.4L
- Automatic transmission
- 19,000 miles
The brakes on my 2009 Honda Accord, purchased at "Courtesy Palm Harbor Honda" (what an ironic name) started squealing badly at 19,000 miles. I have noticed for the past three months that the car seemed to actually slow down more than normal when I take my foot off the gas -- as if the brakes were not fully released. I've also noticed reduced fuel efficiency. About a week ago, the brakes started squealing badly, as if the pads were fully worn. I figured the problem couldn't be the brake pads at 19K miles, so I brought it in to the dealer today. Turns out the rear brake pads ARE completely worn down and it is the service technician's opinion that the cause is my style of driving -- NOT a defective Honda problem. After telling him that I drive with only one foot (I don't hold my left foot on the brake pedal while driving) and that my daughter says I drive like an old lady (in other words - NOT aggresively), he stated that Accords are built with Autobahn quality, high-performance brake parts that are really soft for enhanced braking ability. I told him that I hardly feel that this base-model Accord would be considered a "high performance" vehicle. Nevertheless, the "soft / high-quality pads" and my driving style was his reason for the premature wearing of the brakes. I've owned 15+ cars in my life time and have never had brake pads wear down in less than 40,000 miles - especially REAR BRAKES! Nevertheless, the dealership, "Courtesy" Palm Harbor Honda, refused to fix the problem or even offer a discount on their $189 charge because they're claiming it's a regular maintenance fix. I told the tech that after doing extensive research, I found out that this is a very well-known problem with Accords and I told him that he and "Courtesy" Palm Harbor Honda knew this. He said his hands were tied and he couldn't offer me any relief without HONDA Corp's. blessing. I'm a single father of three children. I purchased a new Honda because we have ONE car in my household and ONE driver. I can't afford to have car problems because I'm responsible for getting my children to and from school, sports events, church... and I have to drive to work every day. THAT'S why I purchased a NEW HONDA. Live and learn. If anyone out there is considering purchasing a Honda, PLEASE research known problems first. Tonight I will be under my car fixing my own brakes. I have yet to find the part in stock anywhere withing 80 miles of me - it seems there's a run on this part - everyone's having the same problem -- bunch of aggressive drivers out there I guess.
2009Oct 24
Accord EXL 2.4L
- Automatic transmission
- 14,000 miles
2009 Accord with 14,000 miles and the dealer tells me the rear brakes are worn out and rotors are warped.He tells me the front are 80% but the rear wear out faster. This is normal wear and tear.I tell him I am a certified auto mechanic and he is wrong. After a colorful meeting with the service manager the truth comes out.Honda is aware of the problem and if your car has less than 20.000 miles on it Honda will pick up 1/2 of the $316.00 tab. I called Honda in Califoriina and filed a complaint. They gave me a complaint number. Only if enough people complain will Honda step up to the plate. SHAME on Honda. This is my 4th Honda and my last if they dont make this right.
2009Sep 01
Accord LX
- Automatic transmission
- 11,900 miles
BUYER BEWARE!!! I have been an a FAN of Hondas ever since I was able to drive. I have owned 11 and 2 of them I bought brand new. But even the used one's I purchased in the past have ALWAYS BEEN SO RELIABLE!!! UNTIL NOW..... I purchased an 09 Honda Accord last November and obviously ASSUMED this car would be just as reliable as the rest.... NO WAY!!! I only had about 11,500 miles on this car when I noticed an irritating squeaking noise coming from the brakes. I ASSUMED that it must be dirt or something, but NEVER IMAGINED that I might ALREADY need NEW BRAKE PADS.... AT 11500 MILES!!!! So when I took it to the dealership to get the noise checked out, that's when the service guy told me that its been a RECURRING ISSUE with the majority of the "new bodystyle accords from 08 on due to Honda changing out their PERFECTLY FUNCTIONAL usual brakes which were disk in the front and drum in the rear, to 4 wheel disk brakes" WHICH ARE HORRIBLE!!!! He THEN TOLD ME that this won't be a 1x issue, and that I will need to CONTINUE TO CHANGE OUT MY BRAKE PADS EVERY 10-15 THOUSAND MILES FROM HERE ON OUT!!! I was LIVID!! Who had ever heard of brakes that go bad EVERY 10-15 THOUSAND MILES???? ESPECIALLY A HONDA! After getting really worked up about this issue the service guy came back and offered as a "1x COURTESY" that he would change them out for free for me... JUST THIS TIME" Which was fine, for now... BUT COMPLETELY IGNORES THE ISSUE AT HAND! What is defective about this new and IMPROVED SYSTEM???? Then when getting my car serviced at another dealership, I found out that yes, not only are the brakes a KNOWN ISSUE, HONDA IS GIVING THEIR DEALERS INCENTIVES TO REPLACE THEIR CUSTOMERS CRAPPY BRAKES... THE 1ST TIME, but they won't do it again!!! IT SOUNDS LIKE A RECALL WAITING TO HAPPEN AND HAD I KNOWN ABOUT THIS ISSUE PRIOR TO PURCHASING MY CAR, I HATE TO SAY IT BUT I NEVER WOULD HAVE BOUGHT IT! THAT IS ABSURD, MY PREVIOUS HONDAS BRAKES LASTED OVER 85000 MILES ON THE ORIGINAL BRAKES!!! I DEFINITELY FEEL HONDA IS TRYING TO COVER UP A BIG BOO BOO ON THE NEW ACCORDS!!!
2009Oct 16
Accord EXLV6 V6
- Automatic transmission
- 8,000 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.
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2009Oct 01
Accord LX
- Automatic transmission
- 18,000 miles
Brakes had to be replaced within the first year of buying a new Honda Accord EX-L 4 Door Sedan. This is first time, I'm spending money on a brand new car for repairs. Dealer (Herson Honda, Rockville, MD) blamed the manufacturer and charged me $257 dollars for the repairs. No support from the manufacturer. My last Honda. Very bad experience with this car. The pickup also sucks.
2009Sep 01
Accord ES 4
- Automatic transmission
- 19,000 miles
I have the same problem as everyone else with their rear brakes. My car has 20K miles and has completely exhausted rear brakes. The front are fine. A mechanic told me after a brake inspection that he heard Honda Accord 2008 and 2009 were all having premature brake wearing and that Honda was aware of it. Before I paid to get new brakes I should take it up with the dealership. Don Jacobs Honda in Lexington, KY told me that Honda is aware of the problem and is replacing brakes under 10K for free and splitting the cost of brakes on 10K-20K. I'm guess I'm screwed because I have 20103 miles on my car. Is there going to be a recall for this, or should I just replace?
2009Oct 15
Accord EXL 2.4L
- Automatic transmission
- 15,140 miles
As everyone has said before, the rear brakes are completely worn at 15,000 miles! I complained at the 7,500 service that they were squeaking, and the brakes measured at 8mm for the front and 4mm for the rear. At 15,000 miles, again 8mm for the front and 1mm for the rear! I'm obviously not braking hard if the front is not worn much. This really needs to be a recall!
2009Oct 01
Accord LX 2.4L I4
- Automatic transmission
- 13,000 miles
My rear brakes needed to be replaced with just 13,000 miles on my car. Honda had the audacity to charge me a $68 "inspection fee" to tell me this, even though they acknowledge that this is a known problem. Instead of paying their absurd price, I bought the brake pads for $70 from their service department and replaced them myself. They would not cover the premature wear under warranty.
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2009Oct 02
Accord V6
- Automatic transmission
- 15,900 miles
I have leased my 2009 Honda Accord Coupe with VSA for 13 months with 15,900 miles currently. Visited the dealership service department for the recommended 15,000 mile service. Told the rear brakes need replacement, the service tech stated " This is a common problem on the Accord, we can have the brake service completed for you in 45 minutes". I stated "If this is a common problem I would gladly have the brake service completed if Honda paid for the parts". Service tech said I have to check with the service manager. A few minutes went by and the tech returned, "The service manager said because the vehicle has VSA, that the brakes wear out very quickly and that Honda would not offer to cover the cost of parts. But, because this is a leased vehicle do not put on after market brake pads at another service site". No where in the Honda vehicle manual is it stated that there would be early brake wear and required replacement if your vehicle has VSA.
I am in the process of contacting Honda America by phone, by fax and by certified letter. As Honda drivers we should have been made aware of this problem and should receive the work and parts gratis by Honda.
2009Sep 28
Accord EXL V6
- Automatic transmission
- 14,800 miles
Took my car to the dealer for a regular maintenance appointment and was told that my rear brakes were 80% worn down. I found this insane as the total mileage on the car was only 14,800 and rear brakes wear down slower than front brakes. According to the dealer my front brakes were fine, only 20% worn down. I complained to American Honda and was told by their client rep that they are aware of the issue, it is a system design problem as the car is to heavy for the size of brake pads.
2009Sep 17
Accord EX-L 2.4L
- Automatic transmission
- 20,000 miles
At 20,000 miles, the rear brake pads were found to be worn to the indicator on the inside shoe. The dealer said it was my responsibility, though he admitted that this is a common issue that Honda is "looking into." Of note, I also inspected the front pads, which were almost brand new. I am now wondering if the rear pads are doing all of the work! I guess I'll wait around for Honda to say "sorry."
2009Sep 23
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 18,000 miles
I took my 2009 Accord in for the first scheduled maintainence and the brakes had "Plenty of Life" and then 1 1/2 months later I needed rear brakes at 18,000 miles and it is going to cost $350. This is CRAZY. The dealer sound as if he was reading a script as he went from the bad driving conditions in the DC area, then they are not sure of my driving habits and lastly how there are people who replace brakes every 12,000 miles. You would have to be riding your brakes with your foot on the gas with the parking brake on to need REAR brakes every 12,000 miles.
This is my 4th car in the DC area and my last Accord required rear brakes after 100,000 miles. Honda is now standing ON its name and NOT BEHIND it. They know people buy Honda vehicles and recommend them to their friends and family but now they have found a way to make up for the lost in sales by making a part that is not a road hazard and falls under "Normal Wear" - so they don't have to do a recall.
GO INTO THE DEALERSHIP TO COMPLAIN. To avoid losing customers they will offer a free services on the first set of brakes. I have personally told my friends and co-workers not to buy a Honda. Two of them are now in the market for a car and are glad to get the warning. I also attached the link to this website so everyone that has complained has help them to avoid this problem. By the way, I am in the market for a new car. If you have one do what I'm doing, trade it before the value of the Honda really starts to drop.
Update from Nov 13, 2009: At 21,000 the rear rotors needed replacement. Toyota advertised 2.9% financing and I took this piece of junk over to them. It is now on Toyota's lot. I have a 2009 Highlander now and it opened my eyes to the fact that it took longer for the Accord to start and the rear window to clear. I am notifying all of my friends not to buy an Accord but to look on www.carcomplaints.com to research a car before buying. I am also putting your website on my Facebook letting people know to look up the complaints on the 2008 & 2009 Honda Accords.
2009Sep 19
Accord LX 2.4L 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 11,400 miles
11,400 Miles and had to replace the rear brake pads!! This is my first Honda and I've only had it 1 year. I am extremely disappointed with Honda for allowing this known problem to continue and not declare a recall. It cost me $205 to have the rear brake pads replaced with the same type (which will last just as long). The dealer can't do anything about it and told me to call American Honda. I'll give them one chance to refund my money. If they don't, I will return the car and drive my '99 Camry that I was saving for the kids.
2009Aug 22
Accord LX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 26,423 miles
Took my 09 Honda accord to dealer for routine oil change and was told my break pads needed to be replaced at 26k miles. I've owned 6 previous vehicles, mainly Fords and have never had a break problem this early on. My breaks on my Lincoln lasted me 123k miles before I needed the break pads replaced. All my driving is highway driving. Anyways, the service adviser at Howdy Honda advised me the cost would be $198 and when I said "no thanks, that is beyond my budget," she came back and said "my service manager says he will meet you half way on the cost." My thoughts initially were I see advertisements for all four break pads for $99 all day long, why would I pay $200 at the dealership. Not only that but why would the service manager offer to comp half the cost???? Either they know this is a problem, or they were trying to get over on me from the start.
2009Jul 27
Accord LX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 14,000 miles
I have been to the service department with my new 2009 accord five times. First the brakes now the vibration at certain speeds they say it's the tires, which they have not replaced. Today they are replacing all brake pads and rotors. Still no new tires so how are they fixing that issue?? This should not be happening with a new vehicle. Honda should do something, like fix this issue. I'm sure a class action law suit would get them motivated.
2009Mar 25
Accord EX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 18,000 miles
AFTER ONLY 18000 MILED MY REAR WHEELS STARTED TO SQUEAK AND I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER ONLY TO FIND OUT THAT MY REAR BRAKES WHERE GONE. THEY WANTED TO CHARGE ME BUT I NEGATED IT AS A WARRANTY ISSUE AND THEY COVERED IT UNDER WARRANTY.
2008Sep 24
Accord V6
- Automatic transmission
- 84 miles
I have had the same brake problem with my 09 Accord V6. My car has been in for service too many times to count. I DID FILE FOR THE LEMON LAW. For those of you out there that has inquired about a lemon law attorney, you do not have to pay for this service. They get paid if you win your case, so keep searching in your state for an attorney as this. My first break problem was the day I drove it off the new car lot and it has been almost a year & and guess what - problem NOT resolved. They have replaced pads (numerous times), rotors - machined numerous times, brake calibers replaced, countless visits that they couldn't find anything wrong but the car still made noise, now the abs module has been replaced. Oh, did I forget to mention that my car has 12,000 miles on it now and this had been going on since 85 miles. Every time I get in the car to go somewhere another light comes on in the car. I'm am so scared to drive it with the abs light on. According to the manual this means that there is a malfunction with the brakes, but Honda says just don't drive like speed racer and you'll be fine - what the heck??? Can you believe that? Everytime I get in this car, I say a short prayer to please let me get there and back safely. This has been the worst purchase I've ever made. This was my first and MY ABSOLUTE LAST HONDA I WILL EVER OWN! To this very day - my brakes do not function properly.
2009May 01
Accord LX V6
- Automatic transmission
- 8,000 miles
I purchased my top of the line Honda Accord in October 08. The 09 models had just come out. I was so happy with the vehicle until about three months later when the brakes continuously started squeeking. I had my tires rotated when I had my oil changed and since then I have had vibration in the steering wheel at speeds between 65 and 70 mph and when I applied the brakes. I took the car to the dealership and they replaced the back brake pads and claimed that they could not find anything else wrong with the front end or why it's vibrating between speeds of 65 to 70. Of course my response was this is a brand new vehicle the brake pads should not be bad already. I had a 2001 Altima Nissan and only changed the brake pads one time. I am extremly disappointed with my first owned honda. If everyone having these issues would contact Honda maybe something would get accomplished on fixing this problem. Call 1-800-955-5100 or 1-800-999-1009.
Update from Aug 14, 2009: Honda dealership finally put new brake pads and rotors and rotated the tires AGAIN at no charge. It was my 5th trip to the dealership. I suppose they new that they couldn't get rid of me that easy. We have to be presistent in the complaints or they will never recall anything. I have filed a report with Honda America and BBB AUTOLINE. Honda America is fully aware of the brake issues on 2008 and 2009 Honda Accord. BBB AUTO LINE works really fast, when I filed my complaint the next day Honda America calls me back, but of course they gave me the same answers BLAH_BLAH, they are aware of the problem... PLEASE... YOU MUST FILE COMPLAINTS IN ORDER TO GET ANYTHING ACCOMPLISHED.....
HONDA AMERICA 1-800-999-1009 BBB AUTO 1-800-955-5100
2009Jul 15
Accord EX-L K24
- Automatic transmission
- 11,000 miles
This is the second time that my wife and I have had problems with our Accord's brakes. When we bought the car brand new at 181 miles in December 2008, there was an extremely high frequency squeal from the rear passenger brake. I noted to her about it immediately and she claimed she couldn't hear it.
As time went on, it grew louder and she couldn't stand it. She had to take the car in at her first 5,000 miles (it also received its first oil change too). They resurfaced the rotors and threw on new pads for her. The squeals went away for 3 or 4 weeks until returning again. They're the same as they were when we took it in the first time, only the dealership is being ridiculous about it. The dealership claims its the front brakes that need fixed so they resurfaced the rotors and gave her a line of crap about how if she lightly touches the brakes, it will cause a film to occur on the surface. First off, that film is called "glazing" and secondly, glazing of the pad will not result in squealing and firm pedal feel, it will feel like the brakes can't grab ahold of the rotor and a vibration or pulsation will persist, so they got that one wrong. The dealership is pissed because my wife is still under 12,000 miles (she's at 11,000 now) and they have to treat it as under warranty. She will probably take it to College Hills Honda in Wooster because she is not pleased with Whitey's Honda in Mansfield. If this problem is fixed, it won't be for long I bet, because I believe the squeal was coming from the rear wheels like it was the first time.
I've never seen brakes go bad on a car so quickly and I'm not sure what Honda has done, but this is not what I've come to expect, being my 4th Honda in my life (two 91' Honda Accords, one 98 Prelude Type SH and now this Accord). My prelude's rear brakes wore out at 190,000 miles and I wonder if they were the original pads, because they sure looked like it! But this is uncalled for!
2009Jul 14
Accord LX 4 cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 9,000 miles
I got my Accord in August and this is my first car. Yesterday after only 9000 miles my car started to make the sound as if my brakes were gone. I went to my dad and asked him what the sound was and he told me it was my brakes. I of course didn't know that it was unusual that my brakes were gone already but my dad threw a fit and we went to the dealership this morning. The dealership claimed that they haven't heard the complaint before or at least wasn't allowed to say it because you could tell that he knew something. So I called the Honda maker and told them that I didn't want to pay for this because my brakes shouldn't be gone already. I was told to wait 24 hours for their response and I don't plan on giving up. I'm 18 and I make $50 a week. I am not paying for this. I would have accepted it if it was just part of owning a car but with this many people complaining I know that I shouldn't be paying for this.
2009Jun 23
Accord LX 2.4L
- Automatic transmission
- 200 miles
I just got a new Accord and have been reading these threads and decided to send the following letter. I know it's a little cushy but I'm sure I'll be a lot more aggressive when the problem eventually occurs. Figured I'd share it--hope we get some response:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Honda Automobile Customer Service
1919 Torrance Boulevard
Mail Stop: 500 - 2N - 7D
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Dear Sirs:
I very recently leased a 2009 Accord LX from Robertson's Palmdale Honda, VIN . . . . This is my fourth Honda Accord, having owned a 1990 and 1993, and currently a 1998 and the new 2009. I love it and have loved all my prior ones (I am resisting my girlfriend's pressure to sell the '98). However, I do have one concern. I have researched the car's service record and have found that there is a very persistent problem with the braking system regarding pre-mature wear of the rear brakes. Apparently all that is done about it thus far is to replace them only to have the same problem crop up again after another brief interval. There are literally hundreds of complaints on the website http://www.carcomplaints.com regarding this and also an article regarding the problem in the magazine The Consumerist at the following web address: http://consumerist.com/5268731/honda-owners-say-brakes-are-made-of-worthlessness--honda hasnt-responded. My car is barely a week old so the problem has yet to rear its head but it appears to be inherent in the brake design so I certainly anticipate that I will have this issue. As I said, I am an extremely loyal Honda customer, want to continue to be and want to continue to own my new Accord as long as possible but fear that this defect and the prospect of ongoing repairs that it may bring is going to make fulfilling my wishes difficult. I notice that in the past Honda has issued technical service bulletins to address similar problems, and it appears that this problem warrants such a bulletin along with a cost-free offer of repair.
While I'm certainly no technician my understanding of the problem is that the electronic brakeforce distribution system on the car puts more pressure on the rear brakes to prevent nose dive when braking. I'm wondering what your engineers are considering in the re-design of this system and whether perhaps they've considered re-programming the system to more evenly apply braking power. It is my novice opinion that this would go a long way, since it appears the problem is almost exclusively with the rear brakes and that the front brakes have escaped difficulty.
Please let me know what your plans are to address this problem. My joy in owning this car will be greatly enhanced if this apparently only substantial flaw is cured.
2009May 01
Accord
- Automatic transmission
- 14,500 miles
I also bought my 09 H Accord from Wolfchase Honda in Bartlett, TN. The wife told me she was hearing a loud screeching sound coming from the breaks. So i asked Honda to fix the problem since I have bought 2 vehicles from them in 4 years, and because my car only has 14,500 miles on it. They pretty much told me Tough $hit and to either pay them $250 to change the breaks or deal with it. So I decided to take it to my mechanic who i would rather pay then those sorry ass money hungry service dept people. Well he saved me $150 and told me that HONDA ALREADY KNOWS THEY HAVE A BREAK PROBLEM! He has a friend who works for Honda who told him, that they are aware of the problem and just not doing anything about it.
I called American Honda, and they claimed they know nothing about the problem either. Well funny thing happened, I read all these reports just on this site that say they are having this problem and that they have contacted Honda. It is my belief that Honda is willfully not fixing the problem so they can charge us $250 to fix the problem they know exist. CAN YOU SAY " CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT"? I KNEW YOU COULD!!! I AM GOING TO GET A LAWYER AND MAKE A POINT OF HONDA PULLING THIS CRAP!!!
2009Apr 21
Accord EXL 4
- Automatic transmission
- 15,000 miles
http://consumerist.com/
We all need to contact the consumerist and complain. They are good at getting things done. Plus it is an excellent sight
Update from Oct 10, 2009: After speaking with the VP of Honda Parts, James Roach he said " We know about the problem and we are looking into it" that was 3 months ago. Now he won't even answer the phone now. Please call him and voice your complaint. I for one after 5 Hondas in 6 years will never buy another,it's not the cost of the repair but how Honda is dealing with this. I can't see how Honda is any better than any other car out there NOW. Time to go back to Subaru. After driving the 2010 outback all I can say is wow. Great car, and all wheel drive. If I worked for another car company I would advertise free service for 3 years or 36K and this INCLUDES BRAKES. I wonder how many Honda customers they would get.
Call James Roach @ Honda 310-783-2000 and voice you concern. Time to tie up the lines
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2009Nov 11
Accord EXL 3.5L V6
Took my 2009 Accord in with brake noise. 11987 miles on vehicle. Dealer advised that brakes were 40% worn. Was told that this was a common problem on 08-09 models. I felt this was unreasonable since all my prior cars with 4 wheel disc brakes have all exceeded 100,000 miles before replacing rear pads. My wife has had 6 Hondas without problems. This my first and if problem is not resolved to my complete satisfaction, it will be my last.
Mike M.
Spring Valley, CA, USA
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