Unfreakin believable... this is my 4th Honda Accord, I got the top of the line Accord 08 V6 w/ Navi the first week the new body style came out. I love the car, but after today I'll never buy a Honda again unless they do a recall on these brakes. As of today, I have now replaced the back brakes for the 3RD TIME, yeah you heard me right, 3RD F***IN TIME w/ only 29,000 miles. My front brakes have not yet been replaced once. I have written and called into Honda and have not receieved ANY help on the subject. Damn nice car, what a shame Honda...but thanks for giving me a reason to try American again!

Just got back from routine oil service during which I was told that my rear brakes needed replacement. I told the service tech that he had to be kidding. I have never heard of rear brakes needing service this soon, especially on a front wheel drive car. He said it was normal. This seemed fishy so I did not have service done. Googling Honda Accord Brake problems I found this site and the hundreds of complaints. I will now have to fight with my dealership to get this fixed. From what I read, this should be a recall. Please post suggestions on how to go about getting this fixed at no cost to me.

First off, I'm a automotive technician and noticed the brakes wearing thin while doing my 30k maintenance. I've been talking to quite a few Honda Techs in the area and they are saying that the reason for the premature wear on the rear pads were because of the emergency brakes being "adjusted" too tight thus causing the pads to wear down. Since it was out of warranty, I just went to Tiffany Springs Honda and picked up a set of rear brake pads and replaced them with turning (servicing) the rotors. Really sucks to have them get them replaced so soon but just wasted a couple hours of my life to do it. I believe Honda knows about the issue but why say anything when it gets cars back into their shop for servicing. Just think of how many people out there doesn't realize it and accepts whatever the advisers tell them and pay for it to get repaired. That is it on my end, they don't make Honda's like they use to. Also, in this economy, why not try to make a few extra bucks by "tweaking" things here and there to get customers to come back...................

When taking my 2008 Accord in for it's 15k service, I was told that my rear brakes were worn down to 1.5mm with 3mm being the minimal serviceable level. At the dealership, they told me that it was because I must drive on local roads a lot. Not knowing any better, I thought it was strange being that I had an '05 Civic before this Accord and never had to replace the brakes in three years but I went ahead to fix the problem for $299 (bringing my total cost for the 15k service + brakes to an outrageous $600). Reading this site now, I wish I had walked out and taken the brakes to a different service shop to save the money. Also, seeing that there are 374 other people who have experienced the same problem is horrifying-- this is obviously a defect of the '08 Accord! The man at the dealer told me not to be surprised if I have to replace them or the front breaks at the next service-- I was thinking of buying this car out once the lease is up...If the brakes are going to wear down multiple times a year-- forget it!!!

Let me add mine to the list. My 11 month old 2008 Honda Accord EX with 16,000 miles has the same issue as all the others you have read. Shingle Springs Honda will not pay for it as it is wear and tear and Honda has not recalled because of the issue yet. I contacted Honda Corp and made a official complaint. If this is the case and I must replace the rear brakes every year then this car is getting traded in. This is my fourth new Honda and the second to have issues (2006 Civic clutch issues). Honda will not be on the list to replace this car. Question to all, it seems that this problem is only on the rear passenger brake?

Update from Oct 7, 2009: Between the Accord brake issue (which Shingle Springs Honda fixed for $65 at cost) and all the squeaks/rattles in this car, it was simply driving me nuts that Honda's quality has gone downhill so much. My 2006 civic also had issues with the clutch at 20k. I called Honda corp, they were not doing anything to fix the issues, so I dumped the car at a small loss (I wouldn't count on those great resale values for long though...). Thanks to this site for helping me pick a new manufacturer. I am now a proud owner of a 2010 Subaru Legacy sedan. 1,000 miles on it so far and I am very happy with it. I called Honda Corp to let them know that I solved the issue (for me), and that a person that bought four new Honda's in 12 years was gone from their showrooms.

I leased my first car two years ago and could not have been more excited. After careful research into the so-called reliable cars, I decided on the Honda Accord as I read nothing but great things (and heard nothing but great things from everyone I knew who owned one). But then I started to hear this metallic screeching sound coming from my rear brakes a few days ago. I was shocked as to what the problem could be as the brakes on my last car (Jeep Wrangler) didn't need to be changed until 70,000 miles. I made an appointment with Honda to get it checked out. But then I googled the problem, and happened upon this site. Frankly, I cannot believe that so many of us are having this problem with our rear brakes. From what I've read, many of us have invested in Honda BECAUSE of their reputation for reliability. And after finding out the cost the dealership wanted to charge for changing the brake pads and so on, I took my car to a smaller garage where they only charged me a little under $200. The mechanic then informed me that he had never seen rear brake wear this prematurely in his entire career! My family members have bought either Toyotas or Hondas for the last few years and they have had no issues whatsoever...until now. Honda had me fooled, but I can guarantee that I will be shopping for a Toyota Camry when my lease is up next year!

Honda has a real problem with their rear brake system design and or components. I drive all highway miles and the rear brakes wore down on the inner pads at 30,000 miles while the outer rear pads looked as if they were brand new. A trusted brake shop said that Honda does not properly lubricate the tabs on the pad and that could lock them up against the rotor. Whatever the cause...Honda has a problem!

Update from May 25, 2010: MAKING PROGRESS THROUGH THE CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT

Update: Honda Accord and Acura TSX Class Action Settlement

We are pleased to announce preliminary court approval of a proposed settlement in the litigation involving the rear braking system in certain 2008-2010 Honda Accord and 2009-2010 Acura TSX vehicles (“Class Vehicles”).

As you may know, Girard Gibbs LLP and co-counsel filed a lawsuit on behalf of plaintiffs who allege that the braking system in Class Vehicles has a defect that causes the rear brake pads to wear prematurely, and that Honda fails to repair the rear brakes under warranty. Honda denies these allegations.

The Proposed Settlement

Eligible owners and lessees of the Class Vehicles will be able to make claims for two categories of cash reimbursements:

(1) Improved Rear Brakes

Sometime in mid-June or later, newly developed brake pads will become available. Installation of these new pads, along with adjustments made to the vehicles’ calipers, will allow the rear brake pads to last substantially longer than the original brake pads.

Owners and lessees who pay to have the new brake pads installed will be reimbursed for their out-of-pocket costs, up to $150. Honda has agreed to a one-year freeze of the cost of the new pad, and must take steps to reduce unnecessary repairs, such as rotor resurfacings, at the time the new pads are installed.

(2) Prior Rear Brake Repairs

Owners and lessees will also be able to claim reimbursements for money spent previously purchasing or installing Honda rear brake pads, and for related costs such as rotor resurfacings.

Reimbursements for rear brake repairs will be 50% of the repair costs, up to $125 per repair. There is no limit on the number of rear brake repairs that can be reimbursed.

Note: not all 2010 Accords and TSXs are impacted by this lawsuit and settlement. A list of the vehicle identification numbers (VINs) of the affected vehicles will be posted in the near future at www.GirardGibbs.com/HondaBrakes.asp.

What Happens Next?

Notice of Class Settlement and Claim Forms will be mailed to owners and lessees of the Class Vehicles over the course of this week. The Notice will provide more information about the lawsuit, your legal rights, and details about eligibility and how to receive benefits.

These documents are also available at http://www.GirardGibbs.com/HondaBrakes.asp (where people can also sign up to receive email updates and learn more about the case).

On July 26, 2010, at 10:00 a.m., a “fairness hearing” will be held and the Court will make a final decision on whether to approve the settlement. Only if the Court grants final approval will eligible Class Members be able to claim their reimbursements.

What Do You Need To Do?

Continue to gather and save your receipts for rear braking system repairs. Owners and lessees of the affected vehicles will receive the Notice of Class Settlement and Claim Form around June 1. Once those documents arrive, you will be able to make your claims for reimbursement.

Keep an eye out for email updates, which Girard Gibbs will continue to send when there are further developments in the case.

What If I Have Additional Questions?

If you have questions now, or after reviewing the Notice of Class Settlement and Claim Form, please feel free to respond to this email or visit (http://www.GirardGibbs.com/HondaBrakes.asp) for answers to frequently asked questions and to sign up for email updates.

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Add me to the list!! Brakes out at 19,000 miles in my "new" 2008 Accord!! The last car I owned where I only got 20,000 miles out of the brakes was my 1979 Impala that I ran the crap out of in high school. It's absolutely absurd for Honda not take care of this problem. My previous vehicle was a 2005 Toyota 4-Runner and I got 100,000 miles out of my first set of brakes. I'm now driving the exact same routes, mileage etc.with the Honda and the brakes only lasted 19000 miles!!! So, it's definitely not my diving habits, it's the pathetic design Honda came up with.

I purchased my new 2008 Honda Accord in 2007. I wish I had left it on the lot. My daughter also purchased the 2008 Accord and she had to replace her brakes six months after she had the car. I took my car in for brake noise after I purchased the vehicle and I told them immediately that I was not paying for brakes and I only had less then 10k miles on the car. Well I just had to spend 271 to replace my rear brakes (17,100 miles). I feel like suing Honda for all the mental agony with this car. I can't stand to drive it. I made a complaint with Honda and all they can tell me is to take the car back to the dealer or to another one if my brakes are still squeaking. I bought this car for reliability and safety. To my surprise it's neither and I am very upset because I could have bought something else for 37k instead of this piece of junk that I can't even get rid of. Why isn't the news media or someone trying to give consumers advice on what to do to try to get Honda to own up to this problem. I have a lot of issues with my car and I don't have the energy to go through all of them because it just stresses me out. I feel violated that Honda is allowing these complaints to go on without acknowledging them. I will not buy another Honda.

Update from Oct 9, 2009: Yes I did it!!!!

After no resolution to Honda admitting they have a problem with the 2008 model. I HAVE GIVEN UP. You can call and complain all you want but Honda is going to do nothing. I am tired of calling and the only excuse they can give me is that they will make a note in their system. I am no longer a Honda owner but I am still upset with how Honda is handling this problem. My brakes were squeaking all the way to the Toyota dealer and now it's their problem. I was very surprised when the Tech told me to look over in the used car lot to see all the Honda's that had been traded just because of the brake issue. I feel really bad for all the people who will purchase these vehicle. The 2008, 2009 need to be put through the shredder and most likely the 2010's. I tell everyone who even say the word Honda to go on this site before they purchase. I am pissed because this is not a new problem for Honda. They knew about this brake issue in 2007. Why haven't they found a solution to fix this problem. Every-time I drove my car I was hearing brake noise before the car came to a stop. Either I was losing my mind or something other than the brakes is a problem. Either way, I hope Honda do a recall soon, because I do feel for everyone who is going through this nightmare. I can't trust Honda anymore and that was my last time ever purchase a HONDA VEHICLE..

Good luck to everyone!

I am on fire!!! At 18,100 miles, the rear brake pads on my 2008 Honda Accord prematurely wore out yesterday. I called Sheehy Honda in Alexandria, VA where I purchased the vehicle (and also the VIP program -- complete BS) immediately and took the vehicle in this morning. The service manager admitted that this was a common problem that they've seen a lot, but only offered me a 10% discount on a $280 estimate to fix it (5% for my "VIP" program and an additional 5% coupon). Not feeling like much of a "VIP" after that! ;) Anyway, I reminded her that I have all my service work done there even though there is a dealership much closer to my home, but I would not allow them to take me to the cleaners on this BS. She was happy to have me walk out the door!! I called a 2nd dealership after leaving Sheehy and explained the problem to them. I guess I was wrong in presuming they would want some business in this recession, especially since I don't see any dealerships packed with people anymore, because they quoted me $250 bucks for the repair. I owned and absolutely LOVED my 2003 Acura TL, and 2005 Honda Pilot, so I'm appalled that the brake pads on this vehicle have worn out this soon -- completely ridiculous! I have never had a problem like this. I called the Honda Customer Service department and all they offered me was an apology for "the inconvenience," which they have no idea how inconvenienced I am to have to drive my three boys around in this screeching mess AND pay this type of money for a repair on this new of a vehicle. I've decided to pay $160 cash to a Honda mechanic who does side work. Btw, my husband owns his own construction/renovation business and drives all around the Washington, DC metro area; has 40,000+ miles on his Toyota Tundra and hasn't had to replace any brake pads yet. My next vehicle just may be a Toyota... we'll see what breaks down next on this Accord.

Honda cars are great but Honda really F ed up this time premature brake ware come on its a Honda suppose to be a good car will never ever buy Honda again. i got charged 40 bucks for brake inspection and Honda tells me the problem is that you put in after market brakes come on that's straight out BS plus the F en car is still under warranty. The brakes on the dam car are freaky small what the hell were the engineers thinking were they high of their mind or what. Premature brake ware on a new car come on there needs to be a recall but Honda does not want to admit it compare it to a Toyota Camry and Nissan Altima this car straight out sucks so many complaints compared with this two other cars dam car looks nice from outside but i guess it true it matter whats in the inside not the outside. HELLO TOYOTA, MITSUBISHI, and NISSAN

I traded in my 2004 Nissan Maxima in February 2008 because of their reliability issues only to purchase a BRAND NEW Accord with even more issues. My first brand new car! I was excited. I first realized this was a problem at 17,000 miles when I needed new rear brake pads. Premature, but I paid it and went on my merry way. 6 MONTHS LATER, at 28,000 miles, I'm told I need new rear brakes, and my rotors turned, all of them of course. Honda wouldn't settle for less. Of course the dealership is refusing to pay for it since it's technically wear and tear. I can't afford $700 in repair costs so I'm waiting until this is desperate. Honda better pray that desperate doesn't mean accident.

I've already started looking into trading it in. Did you know the Hyundai Gensis Coupe is comparable in price, AND has a 100,000 mile COMPREHENSIVE warranty?? I will never buy Honda again.

If anyone is really serious about forming a group to get Honda to fix this, contact me. This isn't right, it isn't fair and it needs to be fixed.

This is my first Honda and felt secure that I was buying a reliable brand new car that wouldnt give me any major problems for a while. Well, at about 17000 miles (may 09) I began to hear a rattling noise in my year tires. I got the car checked and no one thought I needed new brakes perhaps it was something that got caught in the tire? I kept driving the car that way and turns out when it hit 19000 miles I heard what I thought was THUNDER but rather the dreaded scraping of BRAKES!!!!!!! I have owned several cars and have never had a problem with brakes this soon! I have called the Honda Dealer and they told me to bring the car in they will take a look at it but "brakes are not covered under warranty, its a maintenance issue". I "apparently" ride my brakes! I guess we will see what they say I think its about how much of a fight I will put up! My friend had the 2008 accord coupe and also just replaced the breaks at 18000 but they covered hers under the warranty because she reallly let them have it (this was at Atlantic Honda, NY).. Lets see if I can get the same service at Hillside Queens NY.