2008 Honda Accord Electrical System Problems
- 89
- 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 89 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- Alternator/Generator/Regulator · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 36 |
| 60–100k mi | 10 |
| 30–60k mi | 9 |
| 100–150k mi | 8 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Back in august i took my car to southeastern honda dealer like i routinely do to have my oil changed. It was suggested by service rep to change my transmission fluid, which i did. On my way home from work one night my engine light started flashing and my car was driving like it is going to shut off. I took my car to the dealer and they hooked it up to a machine and said it was 2 of my spark plugs, it's a common…
ODI 10499977
Electrical System
I was having problems with shuddering in my car. On january 21, 2013, i logged a complaint number with honda usa. Their recommendation was for me to have my car looked at by a certified honda technician. I made an appointment for january 25th and took the car in. The certified dealer in countryside called to tell me he was able to replicate the issue. The service technician did an upload of more recent software and…
ODI 10494785
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages
On thanksgiving night 2012, i went shopping and got back to my parents house around 11:00pm. I had gifts and food in the car and the power door locks locked on me automatically with me in it. I finally was able to open the passage door and got out. The car door locked again and i was not able to get into the car either by using the keyless entry nor by manually trying to unlock it with the key in the door lock. I…
ODI 10546012
Electrical System · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
The car did not want to move after it was put in gear. When the car did move it was very hesitant and would not pick up speed at first, then would gradually pick up speed. The car is back at the dealership and first they said it was transmission sensor, then said it was the computer, after replacing that the car begin a rough idle. *tr
ODI 10477329
Air Bags · Electrical System · Seat Belts
The warning light on the dashboard panel is warning that the passenger airbag as deployed. At the same time the "fasten seatbelt" warning stopped working and the seal around the passenger window is loose. Coincidentally, a relative also has a 2008 honda accord and the exact same things are happening. According to many internet entries, the same thing is happening to many 2008 honda accords. I cannot find information…
ODI 10468109
Electrical System · Engine
Sometimes my car makes a grinding noise when i turn the key to start it. I took my car twice to the metro honda dealer in montclair, ca; but even though i have the extended guarantee, they refuse to check my car. I do not know what to do. I did some research on the internet, and i found out that a lot of people are having the same problem; and some of them had replaced the vtc actuator, and the problem was fixed. I…
ODI 10465896
Electrical System · Engine
Car cut off while in store for five minutes was told that if you leave keys in ignition while off it drains the battery. No car in my life that ever happened after leaving the radio in the car on and drained the battery. *tr had a problem within 3 months of buying a 2008 honda. Car cut off and wouldn't start. And it did it again last night took it in before and the first time i took it in battery was fine and they…
ODI 10492193
Electrical System
I had just bought a used 2008 accord,while driving at 45-50 mph at night,i noticed the headlights would blink. After several times,i got curious and started timing the occurrence. The lights would blink every 35 -45 sec. The heat was on since it is cold in nh in jan. I when to the honda dealership and they asked if the heat was on,and to try shutting the heater off to see if it stopped, which it did. My concern is…
ODI 10464596
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Headlights flicker out completely or dim severely when coming to a stop or the condenser for the ac/defrost kicks on. I have researched this and it appears to be an issue due to the electric load detector. Although honda had said this might be normal i find that while driving my 4 yr. Old son around it is a safety concern and would like to have the problem looked into. *tr
ODI 10438565
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
At night the headlights dim repeatedly while the car is at a stop. While driving the headlights flicker or blink every 15-25 seconds while the air conditioning is operating. This could appear as if i am flashing other drivers and can be construed as an aggressive act. I would not have bought this car had i known about this design flaw. However honda released a statement on their website that this flicker of the…
ODI 10423851
Electrical System · Starter Assembly
This started around april 1st of 2011. Everytime i start the car in the morning, i get a grinding noise that last less then two seconds. I think the starter is going out. This should not happen when the car is only 4yrs old. There should be a emergency recall on the starters. The car was doing find when this problem started happening. *kb
ODI 10425414
Electrical System · Glass, Side/Rear
2008 honda accord. Consumer states when driving with lights on, when defroster or air kicks on the lights dim *tgw the consumer also stated there was a problem with the window. *jb
ODI 10374443
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Lights dim all the time driving down the road. Honda says no fix. *tr
ODI 10371860
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages
I have had 5 door actuators changed on my car - all doors and one door was twice. I have a 6th one out but i have not gotten it fixed. The dealership told me that "sometimes things happen". I tried to talk with honda, they did pay for most of them repairs but refused to admit it was a problem. The dealership never could tell me why it was happening, just kept replacing the actuators. I got tired of fighting with…
ODI 10494760
Electrical System
I have a honda accord lx 2008 sedan which i bought 2 years ago. Ever since i bought this each year without fail i have experienced intermittent lack of power during acceleration which has happened while driving on the highway, each time it has lasted any where from 20 to 45mins ,there no engine check light on or any indication light of a malfunction. I reported to the dealership left the car with them over night i…
ODI 10358179
Electrical System · Visibility
I purchased a 2008 honda accord and the lights continuously flicker whenever i use the ac or heating. The flickering is so prevalent that i'm afraid that others drivers may think i'm flashing my lights at them. This is a physical safety issue as i'm afraid of road rage as well as the fear that the car will ultimately stop functioning due to the amount of power that appears to be being used when the flickering…
ODI 10363784
Electrical System · Seats · Service Brakes, Electric · Unknown Or Other
2008 honda accord ex/4-door sedan/4-cylinder: bought new car 03/09; at considerably less than 10,000 miles rear brakes wore out prematurely, thereafter front brakes also wore out. Had to pay for replacements due to american honda motor corp refusing to cover under warranty. They refuse any assistance or resolution. *tr
ODI 10346407
Electrical System
2008 honda accord ex-l, 4 cyl engine. Headlights constantly blink (dim) when ac or automatic temp control is activated. Lights dim for about 4 seconds and then return to normal regardless of speed. Other drivers think that i am signaling them and sometimes become very irate and threatening. Honda and dealer indicate the problem is normal. Search on internet indicates a large number of similar complaints on 2008…
ODI 10332086
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Service Brakes, Electric · Structure
I have a 2008 honda accord ex-l i picked up new in the fall of 2007. To date i have just over 30,000 miles. Today, (4/12/10) i took my car to my local honda dealership for an oil change. I was told that my rear brakes were at 5% and repair cost would be $330.00!!! I mentioned i paid an additional $2,200.00 for an "extended warranty "on top of the $28,000.00 sticker price back in 2007. Today i asked the honda advisor…
ODI 10325252
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
Purchased my accord new off the lot.1st problem came exactly 1 month later 2 sensors had to be replaced. Oil light consistently stayed on i was having to change or add oil all the time. Ive been to every honda dealer in san diego. Mission valley finally agreed to a oil consumption test but they assured me nothing was wrong. Their solution was anytime i needed oil i could stop by any honda dealership & they would be…
ODI 10852779
Electrical System
I bought my honda accord ex just last year, and i started having problems with my rear brakes. It began with a metal scraping noise from the rear wheel well. There is an abnormal number of complaints online regarding 2008 honda accord's premature brake wear. It would be the best thingo for an investigator to look at http://www.carcomplaints.com/honda/accord/2008/brakes/premature_brake_wear.shtml to see just how…
ODI 10274646
Electrical System · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Premature rear brake failure at only 25,000 miles. Sticking rear calipers causing excessive wear on brakes and decreased fuel mileage. Engine cooling fan causes headlights to dim at night every 30-40 seconds causing a major safety and visibility concern. Dealer refused to fix either problem under warranty. *tr
ODI 10267814
Electrical System · Engine · Service Brakes
1. Excessive oil consumption. 2. Rear breaks require pads changed after every 15k -17k ml of driving 3. Battery failed after 1 1/2 of service, about 20k mi.
ODI 10865255
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Headlights frequently dim and then re-brighten, causing a noticeable flickering when driving at night. This is very distracting at night, even well lit roads. Honda has checked and says electrical system is operating normally and it may be, but some interface with the lights and the elp is incompatible if it causes such a noticeable flicker. We drove a honda odyssey with same system for 100,000 miles and never…
ODI 10289232
Electrical System
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. The contact stated that the electrical components of the vehicle failed. The battery was replaced and the electrical system was reset. The navigation system appeared quickly and asked for a code to operate. The contact was never asked for a code before and was unaware of any existing code. The vin was unable to be accepted in the system. The current and failure mileages were…
ODI 10262254