2003 Honda Accord Rotor Problems
- 63
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 63 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake rotors · 13 records
- rotors warped · 13 records
- front rotors · 10 records
- brake pads · 10 records
- brake pedal · 9 records
- rotors replaced · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 42 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Pads · Rotor
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda accord. On march 3, 2007 the brake smalfunctioned. A mechanic diagnosed the failure as the rear brake drums. The contact stated that the brake pedal began to vibrate and grind only when trying to stop the vehicle. This failure originally began in january 2007. On march 22, 2007 the the vehicle was brought to the dealer due to loud noises. The dealer stated that the front rotors and…
ODI 10185893
Rotor
Consumer 2003 accord brakes pulsate and grind with no warning light of brake problems. *ts the vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced the rotors. The consumer found out that this was the third set of rotors replaced on the vehicle. The previous owner had the rotors replaced. Six months after the rotors were replaced the consumer heard grinding noises and felt the brakes pulsating when pressed. *nm
ODI 10151904
Rotor
I'm leasing my 2003 honda accord lx. At 20,000 miles my brakes were pulsating and steering wheel was vibrating when braking at 55mph. Took the car to the dealer to have the rotors re-surfaced. Now at 40,000 miles i'm experiencing the same problem. Honda service says it's the way i'm driving and that if i re-surface rotors again i will continue to have the same problem due to my driving. After doing some research on…
ODI 10143863
Rotor
Dt: the contact stated since ownership of the vehicle the front brake rotors have been changed twice. When driving grinding noise came from the brakes. Also, the brakes pulsated. Intermittently the brake pedal will have to be depressed to the floor the stop the vehicle. The manufacturer has been contacted they have determined there was no brake problem. *ak
ODI 10147390
Rotor
Dt: the contact stated the brake rotors failed multiple times. When the brakes were applied there was a grinding noise. Sometimes the brakes will not work unless full pressure was applied. The was extended stopping distance when the failure occurred. The dealership replaced the rotors due to warping. The problem returned after the replacement. The rotors were replaced before by the previous owner. *ak
ODI 10147300
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
The brakes grinded, and there was extended stopping distance when braking were used on snow covered roads. Vehicle has been to the dealer on three separated occasions, and they were unable to locate the cause of the problem. Also, dealer advised the consumer to take the vehicle to a dealer in the snow area, and let them inspect the brakes. No inspection was made at this time.*ak
ODI 10115858
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Dt: the contact owns a 2003 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving at 60 -65 mph applied the brakes and there was vibration in the steering wheel. There was minor vibration in the steering at lower speeds, but there was more extreme vibration at higher speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealership to see what the problem with the vehicle was. The consumer did not know exactly what waswrong with the…
ODI 10138355
Rotor
2003 honda accord exhibited grinding brake noise when brand new (9-03). Has been in for brake service 6 times. Was told by service manager at cary auto park honda that honda was aware of the defective warped rotors and planned to recall them in the fall of 2003. My rotors were replaced with more defective rotors while waiting for the recall that still has yet to happen. On 10-16-04, i had the rotors inspected by an…
ODI 10095954
Pads · Rotor
Warped rotors. Brake pads need to be replaced. Brakes have been pulsating since around 15000 miles. I have taken the car to dealership on several occasions. On second occasion they produced a memo which stated that several people complained of the vibration and that it was normal for the rotors to heat up and cool down, but they are not warped. Today they told us that it is due to harsh driving and driving in the…
ODI 10095800
Pads · Rotor
When applying brakes there is a growling sound and vibrations. Vehicle has 30,000 miles is under 100,000 mile warranty. Was told by honda that this model year has soft brake pads and therefore soft rotors. The brakes have 45% wear according to honda which made the rotor warp. They say not covered under warranty. Have done nothing yet. *ak
ODI 10098566
Rotor
When the brake pedal was depressed there was a metal to metal noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealership two days later. The dealership indicated that the rotors needed to be replaced because they couldn't be resurfaced. *jb
ODI 10097390
Rotor
Rotors were defective. They had to be serviced at 12,000 miles. Consumer stated he previously owned another honda and the same problem existed. The material was inferior. Manufacturer was notified. *ak
ODI 10101074
Pads · Rotor
My 2003 honda accord ex needed new rotors and brake pads at 11,000 miles. I do not ride the brake and am rarely (maybe once every 2-3 months) in stop and go traffic. I was charged $350 by my dealer to get this problem fixed. I started to wonder why my car had this problem. After internet research, i am finding out i am not the only one with this problem. In fact, it's quite common and something needs to be done. *ak
ODI 10088863
Rotor
I filed a previous complaint #10075304. I had my rotors resurfaced at 30500 by an independent mechanic who said they are warped. My warranty is up. Now have 35000 on vehicle and brakes are terrible again.*ak
ODI 10088279
Rotor
I have a 2003 honda accord ex v6. The car is currently in the shop, again, for the same problem. There is vibration of the steering wheel while driving the car. The car only has 28,000 highway miles on the car, i drive 80 miles each day, and already there have been 3 sets of rotors on the car. There is an inch thick of brake dust on the front wheels. The last time they replaced the rotors, i drove it 500 miles in…
ODI 10083075
Rotor
Strong vibration when braking on 2003 honda accord after 16000 miles. Dealer specified that pads and rotors were fine. After demanding that something had to be done, dealer resurfaced rotors and replaced pads as "good faith", but indicated that they were not responsible in the future...despite number of complaints regarding rotors on 2003 model. I expect this issue will reappear since other complaints suggest an…
ODI 10082695
Control Module · Pads · Rotor
The brakes pulsate when applied....already changed the pads twice still the same problem, rotors were replaced, then turned also. The clutch will stick when the vehicle has been operated for a period of time. The key is disconnect communication with the car, causing everything to be shut off. Dealer checked and said nothing was wrong.*ak
ODI 10088299
Rotor
Had rotors resurfaced at 5000 miles as warped--honda certified garage/dealership tried saying i had tightened the lug nuts too tight?! Brakes again into shop at 17000 miles for replacement. My warranty just expired and have 30300 miles on it and there is still a problem with my brakes. Problem is extremely noticeable at speeds over 40 mph when applying brakes--car feels like it will run right off the road. Also, big…
ODI 10075304
Rotor
Have brake problems with a 2003 honda accord ex. I had the brakes replaced at 24,000 miles and still had problems and was told to have the rotors replaced because they are warped. This seems to be too early in mileage to have these type of repeat problems. *jb
ODI 10095912
Pads · Rotor
2003 accord v6 constant rotor service. Rotor service at 15,000 (machined, was not charged), 30,000 (front replaced rotors and pads paid by dealer, rear machined & new pads paid by me, 35,000 rotors need repair (service scheduled for 6/8 and i am not paying again!). I had a mazda prior to this auto with 80,000 miles and the rotors were only serviced once within that time.*ak
ODI 10074960
Rotor
Barke rotors warped on my 2003 accord with only 10,000 miles on them- dealer turned the rotors and put on new pads; however, there was no notification from honda regarding the problem- this is a safety issue- all affected cars should be given new rotors. *ak
ODI 10078516
Rotor
Started feeling vibration when braking at 45mph before 10,000 miles. Technician looked at it, determined the rotors were warped, but brake pads were fine. After research, found this was a recurring problem among owners of 2003 accord, v6 and 4-cyl. (mine is 4cyl). Seems like honda has a problem! *ak
ODI 10073058
Rotor
Purchased car new in nov 2002 from college park honda in maryland. Took car to honda of bowie for second oil change and tire rotation at 6349 miles on may 10,2003. Returned car to honda of bowie 7 days later for vibration in steering wheel while driving above 40 mi per hour. Dealership balanced front tires at no charge. Returned car to honda of bowie on june28, 2003 with 8287 miles for steering wheel vibration when…
ODI 10068458
Rotor
03 accord lx brake rotors warped. When stopping there is a vibration in the steering and brake pedal. Brake pads also squeek and make grinding noise. Will bring to dealer for assessment
ODI 10066167
Rotor · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Consumer purchased vehicle brand new, and when he drove it brakes overheated and vehicle vibrated. Brake rotors were warped. Took vehicle to the dealer, and was told that this vehicle had a different type of brakes, and they needed to be specially ordered. It took a long time to get this particular kind of brakes. Then, mechanic drove vehicle , but was not able to find anything wrong. Consumer had his vehicle back,…
ODI 10062919