CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2012 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 "we never noticed this during the test drive." Unfortunately for unwary buyers, the seat pain is noticeable after 15-20 minutes.
Honda Accord 2012. Bought it used from a dealer - I have had it since 2015. All miles are highway miles. I don't drive it as much on the street. Anyway, it recently started to shake/vibrate when I hit the gas between 60-70mph. The shaking stops at about 69-70mph or if I let go of the gas between that speed. The mechanic told me that the tires needed rebalancing. I had them balanced and rotated, twice.
The problem persists. I went back to the mechanic, explained how the vibrating starts, and told me that it's a persistent problem with these cars that are front wheel and that I needed to change the front bearings. It would cost me about $700-800. THAT'S A WHOLE LOT OF MONEY!!! Would Honda ever pay for this? Probably not.
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Honda Accord 2012. Bought it used from a dealer - I have had it since 2015. All miles are highway miles. I don't drive it as much on the street. Anyway, it recently started to shake/vibrate when I hit the gas between 60-70mph. The shaking stops at about 69-70mph or if I let go of the gas between that speed. The mechanic told me that the tires needed rebalancing. I had them balanced and rotated, twice.
The problem persists. I went back to the mechanic, explained how the vibrating starts, and told me that it's a persistent problem with these cars that are front wheel and that I needed to change the front bearings. It would cost me about $700-800. THAT'S A WHOLE LOT OF MONEY!!! Would Honda ever pay for this? Probably not.
- Jose R., Pasadena, US