2008 Honda Accord Engine Problems
- 187
- 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 187 stored complaint records:
- 5 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- check engine · 14 records
- cold start · 13 records
- excessive consumption · 11 records
- engine light · 10 records
- failure mileage · 10 records
- piston rings · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 58 |
| 100–150k mi | 36 |
| 30–60k mi | 27 |
| 150–400k mi | 13 |
| 1–30k mi | 10 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Steering
My car was leaking fluid which i was unaware. My starter went out and the dealer said that the power steering fluid was leaking so bad if i did not repair it there could be an engine fire as well as damage to the alternator. He had to replace the entire power steering pump because he said that the leak was too bad to just replace the o ring and hose. I brought my car to moss motors in lafayette, louisiana for the…
ODI 10705841
Engine · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. While driving approximately 40 mph, the contact noticed smoked underneath the hood without warning. The vehicle was pulled into a parking lot, where an independent mechanic lifted the hood, and stated that the alternator was smoking. The vehicle was towed to moss motors [redacted], located at 1407 la 728-8, lafayette, la 70501) where the technician diagnosed and replaced the…
Fire reported
ODI 11128054
Engine
The engine burns oil to an excessive degree. I have to add approximately 2+ quarts of oil every 3000 thousand miles.
ODI 11083887
Engine · Power Train
The engine of my honda accord 2008 started to having the rattle and scratching sound when it reached 32000 miles. The engine also started to fail as the rattle sound gets serious. I called honda usa multiple times, but they said that they will not cover this issue because the car was made in 2008 and i'm filing this complaint in 2016. I think honda usa is trying to avoid this defect of accord 2008, since numerous…
ODI 10851197
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. While driving 45 mph, the engine seized and the check engine and service indicators illuminated. The contact was able to drive the vehicle, but it would not accelerate over 15 mph. The vehicle was taken to bianchi honda ([redacted], erie, pa 16509, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the engine piston rings needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 11172062
Engine
Engine rattles loudly for 2 seconds upon cold start. Online searches reveal this is a known problem with the vtc actuator and a tsb has been issues (nhtsa #10087883). Mechanic says could result in catastrophic engine failure if not fixed. I feel that honda should pay for this repair on my vehicle.
ODI 11093710
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
I am complaining about the excess engine oil consumption in my 2008 honda accord. I was told i have to pay $3,200 to have this problem repaired. Honda corp. Said i would have to come up with $1,600 within 30 days to have the problem corrected. This is a problem honda has been aware of (according to the dealership). I recently found out about this problem. I feel i am now stuck with this vehicle and the problem.…
ODI 10662603
Engine
I was driving home from work and just pulled through an intersection when while i was accelerating i heard a loud rattling noise. I didn't think anything of it until i heard it again. When i got home i decided to check my oil level and found that there was practically no oil on the dip stick!! I put 2qts of oil in the car and the next morning took the car in to honda service. The rep informed me that it was normal…
ODI 10659948
Engine
Engine vtc actuator failure on third 3rd replacement. High oil consumption 1+ quart / 1,000 miles. *tr
ODI 10658623
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
Engine
Recently i noticed that my engine is consuming more and more oil. I routinely get my oil changed every 3,000-5,000 miles as suggested in the manual. This last time, i was at the 2,000 mile mark when my oil light flashed; i say flashed, because the light did not stay on, rather it would go on only when i turn a corner. Clearly there is an issue as a class action lawsuit has been initiated by people who had to repair…
ODI 10672534
Engine
Engine uses two to three quarts of oil between oil changes. The problem started around 60,000 miles. The check oil light does not come on. The engine will knock when starting when the oil is low.
ODI 10937897
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. While driving 45 mph, the vehicle hesitated and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician noticed engine oil leaking onto the spark plugs. The technician stated that the spark plugs needed to be repaired. The vehicle was also taken to the dealer (meyer honda, [redacted], o'fallon, il 62269, [redacted]), but…
ODI 11093648
Engine
I purchased a used 2008 honda accord ex-l 4 cylinder. Unknown at the time that these specific model cars have a history of excessive oil consumption. Although a class action lawsuit covered the v-6 models the 4 cylinder models were not. After purchasing before i even put 2,000 miles on vehicle it was almost out of oil with no signs of leaking. Finally took it to dealership and had oil consumption test done in august…
ODI 10781879
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 mph, the engine stalled without warning. The contact also stated that there was an abnormal noise coming from the rear end of the vehicle. In addition, when the accelerator pedal was depressed the vehicle failed to accelerate. The vehicle was restarted however the failure recurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle…
ODI 10617966
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda accord. The contact stated that her vehicle consumed an excessive amount of oil. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 115,000. The current mileage was 152,000.
ODI 10598542
Engine
Dear sir/madam, we have been complaining to honda motors about noise coming up first time when we start car in a day. The cranking noise is so loud that my wife and kids are worried about the car situation and feel very unsafe. The noise generally occur when we start car first time in the morning. We contacted honda motors last year and they recommended us to take it to dealership. We went to two dealership and they…
ODI 10706442
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
Excessive engine oil consumption for the past three years. This is a known issue.
ODI 10985146
Engine
Extreme oil consumption 4 cylinder engine several quarts are consumed in less than 3000 miles of travel. *tr
ODI 10593672
Engine
I have noticed that i am in need of oil changes more frequently than in the past. Historically, i went every 3,000 miles. Now, i notice the vehicle gets "sluggish" around 2,200-2,500 miles. I get an oil change, and everything is usually good..... For about another 2,200 miles. The vehicle is driven daily all open highway. 2 weeks ago, i got a full service oil change from a dealer. On 5/19/14 my check engine light…
ODI 10592786
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 · Fuel System, Gasoline
2008 honda accord. Consumer writes in regards to repairs on vehicle and seeks reimbursement since vehicle still under warranty. *smd according to the invoice, the fuel and check engine light illuminated. The technician found a misfire in cylinder #5. The cylinder 5 spark plug was inspected and there was evidence of oil burning creating an ashy build-up on the plug.
ODI 10616504
Engine
The engine makes a loud knocking noise as soon as the car is started and doesn't stop. I took it to the shop and once they got inside the engine they said half of the engine wasn't getting oil. I now have to get a new engine. *tr
ODI 10649990