2008 Honda Accord Power Train Problems
- 48
- 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 48 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- check engine · 5 records
- grinding noise · 5 records
- power train · 5 records
- warning light · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 20 |
| 100–150k mi | 8 |
| 30–60k mi | 8 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
2008 honda accord ex-l model i-4 engine (2.4l) started excessively burn oil in engine after 2,000 mile with new engine oil changed. After new engine oil changed, even the indicator of oil viscosity indicate 60% remain (honda has the system), when oil checked, oil volume shows under minimum oil level. It make me very worry about engine oil consumption so quickly as unusual to compare other cars in my experience. When…
ODI 10734847
Engine · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
On 12/22/2014, my 2008 honda accord lx (which has 98,300 miles on it) was towed into my local honda dealer. The reason for my having it towed into my local dealer was due to the fact that my engine failed while driving on a residential street drive two miles from my home. There was absolutely no indication whatsoever that my engine would fail as the check engine light did not go on, there was no oil light…
ODI 10669319
Engine · Power Train · Suspension
I purchased this vehicle in february 2015 and the issues which i have face are: poor(worn) struts, axle(output shaft) seal leak, vtc actuator which the dealer does not want to honor the warranty defect, and poor motor mounts. In addition, the struts caused one of the tires to pop due to a bump on the tire, and the passenger front tire had to be replaced because of the bump on the tire which again is due to the…
Crash reported
ODI 10731427
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would make a loud noise intermittently when shifting gears. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that a bearing or a race was defective. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact was made aware of recall nhtsa campaign id number 11v39500 (power, train). However, the vin…
ODI 10597462
Power Train
Replaced vtc actuator once and needs to be replaced again. Need a new redesigned vtc actuator to be manufactured.
ODI 10862689
Air Bags · Engine · Power Train
I purchased this car last year and it had over 150000, as i checked the oil i noticed it was low i have added 1 qt in between every oil change. My second problem was during the winter on the real cold days the starter sounded like it was hanging up as described as the vtc actuator. My third problem is the warning light on the dash for the air bag has illuminated. I contacted honda today and they told me the light…
ODI 10604491
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle; however, it would not shift into gear. The vehicle was towed to the dealer but they have not diagnosed the failure. Nhtsa recall campaign number 11v395000(power train ) was related to the failure; however, dealer stated that the defect…
ODI 10592662
Engine · Power Train
8/11:certified pre-owned purchased from honda dealer at 35787 mi oil changes: 3/15/2012: 41659mi; 9/6/2012: 48687mi 7/1/13: 54340mi-oil pressure warning light and rattling noise appears;vehicle immediately taken to suburban honda dealer (farmington hills, mi);no diagnostic codes given. Only explanation was the oil level was too low and the noise disappeared when oil was filled. No explanation for suspected…
ODI 10574625
Engine · Power Train
I have the 2008 honda accord with the 4cyl engine and drive approximately 8 miles per day. Within the last few months i have noticed significant oil loss in between oil changes. Approximately 3-4 quarts needs to be added in between oil changes. There is not a leak to be found and i am not blowing smoke out of the tailpipe. Upon additional research, i've found that multiple other owners of the exact same make and…
ODI 10564906
Power Train
When i start my car (usually when it is off for 4~6 hours) it will make a screech noise. But if it has been off for less than that, then the car does not make the noise. I've taken the vehicle in today at the dealership and they said that the cause was the vtc actuator. The dealership is asking for an $800 charge to fix this. My car is now out of warranty. As of right now i understand that there is no recall from…
ODI 10568937
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
For the 2nd time since 2008, i've had to replace the sparkplugs due to pcm issues. The engine light will come on and gives an error code of p0303. Unfortunately you can only go to honda to have the computer updated, and they will try to sell additional services. Today they refused to update my computer stating the only way to fix was to replace all the sparkplugs despite the service bulletin stating otherwise.…
ODI 10546774
Engine · Power Train
The vtc ( variable timing control ) actuator on our 2008 honda accord sedan 4 door model was found to be defective and required immediate replacement by the honda dealership. The 4 cylinder engine is exhibiting high oil consumption and poor gas mileage. Odometer reading is approximately 40,000 miles. *tr
ODI 10510249
Power Train
Intermittent sudden uncontrolled acceleration. When merging into highway traffic or passing, vehicle continuously accelerates even when no braking; revs go up to 5000 and stays there even when stomping on brakes in attempt to slow the vehicle down. Only way to stop the sudden acceleration is to put car in neutral. Due to intermittent nature of problem, dealer could not fix during warranty period. Scheduled dealer…
ODI 10515706
Engine · Power Train
When driving the vehicle (2008 accord) in morning, i noticed a small rattle on inclines. Later there was a rattle when starting the car that has gotten progressively worse. I am hearing it constantly now and very loud. *tr
ODI 10515460
Electronic Stability Control · Power Train
My vehicle was in park. When i tried to put it in drive, it would not move. I inserted a key beside the gear shift to release the gear shift. My vsa light, along with the ! Warning light came on. When i looked in my car manual, it instructed me to take it to the honda dealership immediately. I took it to the honda dealership and they called american honda but could not figure out what was wrong with the car. The…
ODI 10507330
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
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. The contact stated that that vehicle was included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 11v395000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)). The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that they would not repair the vehicle because it was not in warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and…
ODI 10439052
Engine · Power Train
I hear a grinding noise when i start my car.when i accelerate i hear noise too.its not only me complain about this. Almost everybody that have this kind of car.
ODI 10733017
Power Train
When starting honda for the first time during the day or after it has sit for a while, it makes a noise or rough start up. I have done some research and found out what the issues is, it is vtc actuator. I have read numerous complaints about this issue. If i had known at the time that this was going to be an issue i would not have purchased this vehicle. But the sales man knew when to start the car away from us,…
ODI 10593740
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
Above start date and mileage are estimates as this seems to have always been an issue. The engine sputters when accelerating through the first few gears. This is noticeable around the 20-35 mile per hour range, but may occur before or after that speed. It seems dangerous if acceleration is needed when the car will not respond. I have looked up honda service bulletins and it seems there a re a few that "might" fit…
ODI 10436645
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
Power Train
September 14, 2008 and also about 8-10 days before that date i experienced a get up and go while my foot was on the brake. The engine rpms climbed and i had i all could do to stand on the brake. I was in traffic and on a slight uphill grade (4-6%) in both cases. The car was creeping forward inspite of my efforts to brake as hard as i could. I was able to get the car into neutral before the light change. The car…
ODI 10284253
Engine · Power Train
Honda recall. My car for some reason was covered under the power transmission recall even though my car is experiencing the same problem and codes other 2008 honda accord were the same year. My oil is going faster then i can put it in. It doesn't last a whole month. I have no oil leaks in my car at all what so ever. Its damaging my engine because i had no clue it was burning the oil that fast. It's not fair they…
ODI 11139868