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.
Just noticed that the roof of my vehicle has 3 faded spot by the sunroof. I bought it brand new and have taken very good car of the vehicle. I just hit 100,000 this spring.
I'm very, very disappointed in this Accord:
The glove box developed a rattle that the dealer is incapable of fixing.
The fuel economy does not attain the listed MPG numbers - I drive with a light foot too. Maybe that's why there is no digital fuel economy gauge offered.
The car handles poorly and the steering feel is also lousy.
The rear brake rotors needed to be replaced after 2 months of ownership.
The engine surges when it cold.
I spent nearly $25K on this car and it is the worst car I've ever owned except for my 1975 Ford Mustang II.
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Just noticed that the roof of my vehicle has 3 faded spot by the sunroof. I bought it brand new and have taken very good car of the vehicle. I just hit 100,000 this spring.
- tammye, Pell City, AL, US