CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2011 Honda Accord has a solid reputation (so far), with one very significant flaw: uncomfortable seats.
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. Complaints aren't limited to only a certain body type -- the seat comfort problems are from a wide spectrum of owner height & weight.
The common theme we hear is "never noticed this during the test drive." Unfortunately for unwary buyers, the seat pain is noticeable after 15-20 minutes.
Dealer wiped off evidence and was rude-even yelling at us. When we went back and opened plastic cover at bottom of engine/transmission put my pinkies under flywheel and pulled out oil on both fingers. Service advisor and mechanic walked away. Need to see where it is leaking. Well if it is red then transmission, in this case brown so it must be rear main seal improperly installed at factory. Will never buy even parts here-will go to a good dealer who is not lazy to fix and honor warranty. You think i want someone to drop my transmission on my new $30K car for a $20 seal if it does not need it. Who knows what they will screw up while in there.
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Dealer wiped off evidence and was rude-even yelling at us. When we went back and opened plastic cover at bottom of engine/transmission put my pinkies under flywheel and pulled out oil on both fingers. Service advisor and mechanic walked away. Need to see where it is leaking. Well if it is red then transmission, in this case brown so it must be rear main seal improperly installed at factory. Will never buy even parts here-will go to a good dealer who is not lazy to fix and honor warranty. You think i want someone to drop my transmission on my new $30K car for a $20 seal if it does not need it. Who knows what they will screw up while in there.
- Dana S., McKinney, TX, US