CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2010 Honda Accord some several significant flaws: excessive oil consumption, premature brake wear, & uncomfortable seats.
In October 2013, Honda settled a class action for excessive oil consumption which extends their V6 powertrain warranty out to 8 years & no mileage limit. However, is the inconvenience & risk of dealing with Honda on this problem worth it? We don't think so.
Owners have consistently reported uncomfortable seats with the entire 8th generation (2008-2012) of Honda Accords. Complaints range from back pain to leg circulation problems due to bad lumbar support, cushioning, & seat angle. Unwary buyers report the seat pain is mainly only noticeable after 15-20 minutes. The common theme we hear is "never noticed this during the test drive."
I became aware of a 'Ticking" noise which sounded like an old fashion poorly lubricated speedometer or tachometer cable. When I reported the problem to my non-Honda service center the head mechanic advised that the issue was AV/HVAC related and that is had to do with the actuator motors not working correctly. When I turned the car into Honda for the air bag replacement recall I asked that the problem be corrected.
I just got the car back from service. It appears after replacing three of the motors that the issue has been resolved.
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I became aware of a 'Ticking" noise which sounded like an old fashion poorly lubricated speedometer or tachometer cable. When I reported the problem to my non-Honda service center the head mechanic advised that the issue was AV/HVAC related and that is had to do with the actuator motors not working correctly. When I turned the car into Honda for the air bag replacement recall I asked that the problem be corrected.
I just got the car back from service. It appears after replacing three of the motors that the issue has been resolved.
- david c.sapp, Allenhurst, US