CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2008 Honda Accord has several serious defects: poor brakes, excessive oil consumption, & uncomfortable seats.
BRAKES: There was a class action lawsuit against Honda in 2010 for premature & excessive brake wear. See our page on Honda's brake problems for more info.
OIL CONSUMPTION: Honda issued a TSB about this in late 2011, claiming it could be fixed through a software update to the VCM (variable cylinder management). There are class action lawsuits pending. See our page about the Accord oil consumption.
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 "we never noticed this during the test drive." Unfortunately for unwary buyers, the seat pain is noticeable after 15-20 minutes.
I have had numerous issues with my 2008 Accord. I just had the driver seat frame replaced for the second time as the metal had once again cut through the foam and the material within twelve months. Both of the electrical switches for the seat were also replaced for the third time. This was the third time the switches have been replaced. This time the vehicle was out of warranty and the Honda Dealer Southern Motors in Savannah, GA was extremely helpful in having Honda pay for all of the repair except for a $50.00 deductible. The total cost of repair was $1,670.00.
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I have had numerous issues with my 2008 Accord. I just had the driver seat frame replaced for the second time as the metal had once again cut through the foam and the material within twelve months. Both of the electrical switches for the seat were also replaced for the third time. This was the third time the switches have been replaced. This time the vehicle was out of warranty and the Honda Dealer Southern Motors in Savannah, GA was extremely helpful in having Honda pay for all of the repair except for a $50.00 deductible. The total cost of repair was $1,670.00.
- Brian D., Hinesville, GA, US