10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 0
Average Mileage:
140,554 miles

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2008 Honda Civic brakes problems

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2008 Honda Civic Owner Comments

problem #16

Jun 012023

Civic

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

These hybrids have defective brake system. The problem is with the part Accumulator Set - Honda (57019-SNC-A02)

- Clarksburg, MD, USA

problem #15

Apr 102023

Civic

  • 240,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Honda Civic. The contact stated while driving 65 mph, depressing on the brake pedal to the floorboard but failed to bring the vehicle to a stop. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated he lost control of the vehicle, bounced off the retaining wall, and crash into another vehicle. The contact did not sustain any injuries but his front passenger sustain injuries on her right foot and discomfort in her back/neck. The front passenger sought medical attention at a near ER. The contact stated the other vehicle had two people injured but was unaware of the details or if they sought any medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was towed to two different towing lots. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 240,000.

- Pine, AZ, USA

problem #14

Sep 072020

Civic

  • 141,000 miles
Brakesi.com 301 main St, suite#19, san francisco, ca 94105 dba "callahan brake parts" sold on amazon.com this supplier has sold and is selling unsafe rebuilt brake calipers. There are several rubber seals in brake calipers. If a rubber part fails, water will enter critical parts causing them to rust and seize. This may result in unsafe brake operation or brake failure. On our car this caused a brake caliper to seize causing uneven braking. An inspection found all the rubber parts in the affected calipers had disintegrated. The calipers were approximately 22 months old. Clearly inferior rubber material was used in the manufacture of these products.

- Grayslake, IL, USA

problem #13

Jan 052019

Civic

  • 10,519 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Once paint was recalled but not for the body of car that is doing the same. Paint is peeling on top of car and on both doors. Also sun visors were recal yet they are broke again. Also car has 11633 miles and I have replaced brakes 3 times.

- Glendale, AZ, USA

problem #12

Nov 222018

Civic

  • 1,300,078 miles
The TPMS ligh does not turn off after checking it. I have 5 recalls for airbag at the passenger seat that I did not know of.

- Portland, OR, USA

problem #11

Sep 022015

Civic

  • 8,283 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Honda Civic. While driving 40 mph, the contact heard a strange noise when the brake pedal was depressed. The dealer diagnosed that the brakes failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure continued. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 8,283.

- Wayne, IL, USA

problem #10

Oct 222011

Civic

  • 45,900 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I purchased the vehicle used from a reputable dealer in 2011. Within the first 30 days I experienced brake failure and a grinding sound when braking. The dealer was unable to identify the problem. I sent a formal complaint to the Honda CEO and subsequently the car was inspected at a local dealership. Brakes slip when riding on rough surfaces or making a sharp turn on a steep incline. The car was inspected on two separate occasions and the problem could not be replicated; however, the brake problem persists. Once I almost hit another vehicle on a highway when the car in front of me suddenly stopped; I also failed to stop at a stop sign and rolled into the intersection. Fortunately no other vehicles were on the road. If the brakes are hit twice (like double clutching) they do engage. The complaint to Honda failed to produce a positive result. The problem initially began in October 2011 and continues to occur intermittently.

- Peekskill, NY, USA

problem #9

Jul 112015

Civic

  • 73,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Honda Civic. While driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle made an abnormal noise. The failure recurred numerous times. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator also illuminated continuously. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the compliance bushing fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 73,000. The VIN was unavailable.

- Metairie, LA, USA

problem #8

Jun 182010

Civic 4-cyl

  • 1,500 miles
Honda: When make tight turn, left or right would hear or feel a popping or clunking noise, after driving over bumps, coming from the front suspension.

- Memphis, TN, USA

problem #7

Aug 192014

Civic

  • 100,000 miles
Brakes sank to the floor. After rolling to a stop, and turning off the car, it started to work like normal. Brake pads are worn out after 2000 miles with conservative driving.

- Sauk Rapids, MN, USA

problem #6

Apr 262014

Civic

  • 57,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

My 2008 Honda Civic is having issues with the braking system. Specifically the brake pads wear out very soon. My first set of brakes lasted 34,000 miles, the second set lasted only 22000 miles. All services are done at the dealership at manufacturer recommended intervals. Also there is no significant difference in my driving patterns. On both occasions, it is the front brake pads that have worn out prematurely, resulting in significant replacement costs.

- Mountain View, CA, USA

problem #5

Apr 102014

Civic 4-cyl

  • 40,773 miles
I was stopped at a red light with my foot firmly on the brake with the car in drive. Without warning the engine revved up and the car lurched forward a foot or two.

- Tampa, FL, USA

problem #4

Jun 202013

Civic 4-cyl

  • 30,000 miles
Persisting grinding "metal to metal" noise when applying brakes. It feels brakes are not functional and liable to crash. Multiple visits to brake shops has resulted to new pads and rotors but no change in status of grinding "metal to metal" noise. Honda car forums reveal same experience by other owners. No fix from Honda Motors. Not covered in warranty. Brake failure may result to crash and fatality even on low speed.

- Novi, MI, USA

problem #3

Feb 252013

Civic

  • 98,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the vehicle failed to decelerate or stop. The contact had to use the emergency brake to avoid a crash. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to determine the failure with the brakes. The failure was not reported to the manufacturer. The VIN was not available. The failure and current mileage was 98,000.

- Valley City , OH, USA

problem #2

Sep 072012

Civic 4-cyl

  • 36,600 miles
Front brakes need replacing after 15K miles only to find out this is a common issue with Honda Civics, however the company does not want to fix the problem. Faulty brakes can be a safety issue.

- Lewisville, TX, USA

problem #1

Jul 182012

Civic 4-cyl

  • 66,205 miles
The brakes started making a loud whining sound, but only in reverse. From what research I can do, it appears to be the brake pads wearing out prematurely.

- Georgetown, TX, USA

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