| 1 | Complaint Number: 10238527 | Incident Date: August 16, 2008 | Date Added to File: August 17, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
While driving at night, i noticed an intermittent, brief flickering of the headlamps. This flickering is distracting as it occurs fairly often (2-3 times per minute).Details |
| 2 | Complaint Number: 10238440 | Incident Date: August 15, 2008 | Date Added to File: August 15, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Ii have a2008 honda accord 4cyl. My headlights keep dimming when my ac is on.The dealer said it was normal. I have owned sevral hondas and none of them have done this. With the advanced eletronics on this car drive by wire etc. I don't think this can be good for it.Details |
| 3 | Complaint Number: 10238355 | Incident Date: July 3, 2008 | Date Added to File: August 15, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Head and taillights dim every 20-30 seconds when a/c is running. This dimming mimics the flashing of your headlights that is the national signal to a semi truck driver that they have cleared your car and it's o.K .To proceed into your lane after passing you. This situation is an accident waiting to happen. It also could easily result in a road rage incident from a driver in front or behind you that thinks you are either flashing headlights or tapping the brakes. I have had the car back to the dealer twice for repair but they are not authorized to even attempt a fix as honda says that this is normal. I contacted honda corp in california and the case manager basically stated that this is normal and case closed. I have recently been told by service manager that honda is looking into the headlight issue and it has been put into extreme engineering(whatever that means). They said however that this is no guarantee that a fix will come. What is it going to take for you to put pressure on honda to fix this and to stop selling these cars until they fix this? does someone need to die first is that your criteria. Your whole purpose is to serve and protect the public. Please do what is right.Details |
| 4 | Complaint Number: 10238079 | Incident Date: August 8, 2008 | Date Added to File: August 13, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
2008 honda accord brake rotors had to be resurfaced at 14,000 miles and again at 22,000 miles. Dealer and manufacturer are not willing to be responsible for this problem on a car that is mostly highway driving and requires comparitively little use of the brakes. Suspect poor quality metals in the rotors as every car or truck ever owned has lasted 60,000 + miles before requiring this work.Details |
| 5 | Complaint Number: 10237811 | Incident Date: June 29, 2008 | Date Added to File: August 12, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
The contact owns a 2008 honda accord. Whenever the contact is driving at any speed, the air conditioner activates and the headlights flash on and off and then dim. The dealer stated that there were no failures listed regarding the headlights. The vin was unknown. The current mileage was 5,200 and failure mileage was 5,000.Details |
| 6 | Complaint Number: 10237721 | Incident Date: August 11, 2008 | Date Added to File: August 11, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
2008 honda accord has wheel shimmy/vibration at 60-70mph. Wheels oscillate violently and car wanders all over road (this is a replacement vehicle) i originally leased a 2008 honda accord in april 2008 and drove it for 4 months with same exact problem. $ attempts were made to fix original car to no avail. Dealer won't even attempt to test drive or repair the replacement vehicle--has arranged appt. With district parts & service managerDetails |
| 7 | Complaint Number: 10237720 | Incident Date: August 9, 2008 | Date Added to File: August 11, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Headlights drastically dim when air conditioner or defroster is turned on. Both brights and dims dim down and come back up, like you are flashing your headlights. This happens every 20 to 30 seconds, as the compressor cycles on and off. Very hard to see at night when lights dim down. Honda claims this is normal electronic load detector operation. Problem is potentially dangerous, especially in rural areas. Many complaints pertaining to this issue have already been made. I will not drive the car at night if air conditioner or defroster is needed.Details |
| 8 | Complaint Number: 10237616 | Incident Date: June 18, 2008 | Date Added to File: August 10, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
2008 honda accord ex sedan - steering wheel shakes/vibrates at highway speeds (60-65 mph). I fear that this creates a safety hazard since front wheels are continually shaking. The car has been to the dealer 3 times and the problem was not repaired. Currently car has 1,200 miles. The problem has been experienced since it was picked up at the dealer. The dealer will not take any further action based on instruction from honda.Details |
| 9 | Complaint Number: 10237353 | Incident Date: June 13, 2008 | Date Added to File: August 7, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
New car less than 1000 miles on it the headlights flicker about every 15/30 seconds with the ac on/off every night. Honda says nothing is wrong and won't do anything.Details |
| 10 | Complaint Number: 10237030 | Incident Date: June 20, 2008 | Date Added to File: August 5, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
I have a 2008 honda accord ex-l. When driving with lights on both dim and bright lights flicker, like you are flashing them. It happens every 1t0 2 minutes especially when running the air conditioner. Dealer nor honda has any solution.This is a distraction which could cause an accident.Details |
| 11 | Complaint Number: 10237086 | Incident Date: July 31, 2008 | Date Added to File: August 5, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
2008 honda accord ex v/6 sreering wheel vibration and shake at highway speeds 55-80 mph...........Tires balanced 4 times..........Tires replaced and roadforced balanced again ............Still have wheel shake at speeds.....Details |
| 12 | Complaint Number: 10236770 | Incident Date: July 19, 2008 | Date Added to File: August 3, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
2008 honda accord ex-l 4cyl auto. Headlights dim whenever a/c cycles. Cars at night sometimes think that i am flashing my lights at them.Details |
| 13 | Complaint Number: 10236763 | Incident Date: August 1, 2008 | Date Added to File: August 3, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Headlights blink out briefly while driving at night. This is a continuing problem not a singular incident.Details |
| 14 | Complaint Number: 10236753 | Incident Date: February 11, 2008 | Date Added to File: August 2, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
2008 honda accord 4 cylinder headlights consistently dim and brighten with the a/c on. This is not a minor change in illumination. It looks like you are lowering or dimming your lights and then immediately brightening them. This causes a misconception by others of an intent to pass or to ask them to dim lights if they are coming toward me. Honda dealership is saying this is normal. I have never had a vehicle do this before. I have been driving for 35 years and owned numerous vehicles. This cannot be misconstrued as "average" cycling of the electrical system. The variation of the illumination and the occurrence rate is absurdly out of proportion.Details |
| 15 | Complaint Number: 10236470 | Incident Date: July 27, 2008 | Date Added to File: July 30, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
I bought a brand new 2008 honda accord with a 4 cylinder engine. When the air conditioner kicks on and the headlights are on there is a noticeable and quick dimming almost flashing of the headlights and taillights. It is bright enough to seem as though i am flickering my head lights to the person in front of me on the highway and this is a serious safety hazard. I contacted honda both the dealership and a regional representative and was told this is "normal" and "within specs". I am not alone with this problem as i have found many others with the same problem and they were all told the same from honda representatives. I have owned over 50 cars in my lifetime and flickering lights, let alone on a brand new $27000 care should never be considered "normal." thank you for your time and i appreciate any feedback you would be able to provide. Sincerely, john kalapodisDetails |
| 16 | Complaint Number: 10235897 | Incident Date: July 26, 2008 | Date Added to File: July 27, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
About every minute or so the lights on my 2008 honda accord dim as i am driving down the road. It looks like i am flashing my lights. This happens when the fan kicks in, a/c or defrost is on. It is very distracting.Details |
| 17 | Complaint Number: 10235395 | Incident Date: July 8, 2008 | Date Added to File: July 22, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Transmission was leaking excessive transmissioin fluid through the transmission block after only 1800 miles on a new 2008 honda accord. Local dealer service department recommended transmission be replaced under warranty. Honda usa customer service denied recommended transmission replacement. Dealer then suggested customer contact honda usa customer service to get transmission replaced. Honda technical service refused replacement and wanted a dye leak test over a one week period after acknowledging a wide spread concern with transmission leakage. Customer refused one week test due to upcoming long distance trip and left vehicle with dealer to conduct dye test. Dealer conducted dye test with only 60 miles (1 hour drive) to confirm leaking transmission block. Transmission was then replaced but only after needless inconviencence to the customer.There appears to be no current technical service bulletin available regarding this issue?Details |
| 18 | Complaint Number: 10235294 | Incident Date: June 26, 2008 | Date Added to File: July 22, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Air bags deployed when door was shut not contact!!!!Details |
| 19 | Complaint Number: 10234945 | Incident Date: July 10, 2008 | Date Added to File: July 19, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Headlights on the 2008 honda accord briefly dim/flicker every 18 seconds whenever the air conditioning is in use.Details |
| 20 | Complaint Number: 10234048 | Incident Date: July 12, 2008 | Date Added to File: July 12, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Purchased a 2008 honda accord june 29,2008. Finally got a chance to drive the vehicle for a period of time with the headlight on last night and noticed that the headlights keep dimming momentarily as the a/c or fan cycles about every 20-30 seconds. Two issues that i have is that honda is aware of the issues as every 2008 accord does the same thing. It is rather noticeable and very distracting not only to the driver but no doubt to other drivers that think i may be flashing my lights at them.Details |
| 21 | Complaint Number: 10233849 | Incident Date: July 10, 2008 | Date Added to File: July 11, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
I purchased a 2008 honda accord last week, and drove it at night for the first time today. When the a/c cycles on, the headlights dim momentarily causing a distraction every 20 seconds. This occurs at all speeds, and with low beams used only. Oncoming cars are thinking that i am flashing them as well!Details |
| 22 | Complaint Number: 10233857 | Incident Date: July 10, 2008 | Date Added to File: July 11, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
On all 2008 accord ex-l 4 cylinder models, the exterior lights (most noticeable on headlights) momentarily dim (flicker) whenever the a/c compressor cycles on. This seems to be caused by the current draw of the two engine cooling fans. According to honda, this behavior is "normal" and is controlled by the eld (electronic load detector). In my opinion, this continual and noticeable change in headlight intensity is extremely distracting to me (as the driver). I have no idea how these flickers might be interpreted by oncoming traffic. I have owned many cars in the last 35 years and none has ever exhibited this extremely annoying and potentially dangerous characteristic.Details |
| 23 | Complaint Number: 10233255 | Incident Date: April 20, 2008 | Date Added to File: July 5, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Just bought my 08 accord lx sedan 4 cyl 2 months ago, after 2 days, i noticed that the headlights start flickering every 20 - 30 sec aprox. I went to the "classic honda" dealer 2 times, they said "its normal". This is a safety issue, because it is distracting. Also, other drivers think that i am flashing my lights at them.Details |
| 24 | Complaint Number: 10233228 | Incident Date: May 6, 2008 | Date Added to File: July 5, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Headlights dim noticeably, even at highway speeds, when fan or compressor kick on. Honda refuses to fix problem and calls it normal for the accord!Details |
| 25 | Complaint Number: 10233169 | Incident Date: June 29, 2008 | Date Added to File: July 3, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
I own a new 2008 honda accord 4 cylinder. It has approx. 5,000 miles on it. The air conditioner has been working great. We get in our car to go and the a/c is blowing hot air. I call the honda dealer, we set up an appointment to carry the car in to have it checked out. They find that the condenser has a small hole apparently caused by a rock while driving down the road. This is considered a road hazard and therefore not covered under warranty. What is this condenser made of????? why-how- could this happen? how could a rock put a very small hole in this condenser? i think honda has a problem with this condenser. Something is not right here!!! i have some questions about this being a road hazard. How many more times is a rock going to put a hole in this "thin" made condenser??? how many more times can i afford this to happen??? they charge me $98 for a diagnostic fee because this problem is not covered under warranty, otherwise it would have been free. They wanted to charge somewhere about $750 to replace the condenser if we file under our insurance and after the mechanic talked to someone else higher up, they decide if we do not file insurance, they will give me a break and charge me $279. Do i file under my insurance and risk the chance of my insurance going up more or do i pay the $279? after deliberation, i chose to pay the $279. (i already have 2 teenagers on my insurance!!) they have to order the part and it won't be in til next week and then i will have to make another appointment to spend the day at the shop while my vehicle is repaired. My brand new car with no a/c and i live in louisiana. It's hot here people. It's july!!! this situation is making me even hotter!!!!!! like hot under the collar!!!Details |
| 26 | Complaint Number: 10233005 | Incident Date: April 20, 2008 | Date Added to File: July 2, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Headlights dim when ac kicks on and off. They dim for a about 1 sec.Details |
| 27 | Complaint Number: 10232706 | Incident Date: January 15, 2008 | Date Added to File: June 30, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
The contact owns a 2008 honda accord. Typically, when driving between 60-70 mph, the steering wheel vibrates. The failure occurs every time the vehicle is driven; however, it will begin before reaching 60 mph on occasion. The vehicle has been taken to the dealer 6 or 7 times for this failure. The dealer was able to duplicate, but not correct the failure. The current mileage was 6,200 and failure mileage was 30. Updated 07/29/08 updated 08/01/08Details |
| 28 | Complaint Number: 10232572 | Incident Date: June 24, 2008 | Date Added to File: June 28, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
2008 honda accord 4 cylinder ex-l w/navigation: while driving at night headlights flicker when the air conditioner is on. This occurs about every 15 seconds. The headlights become very dim and provide poor visibility and may also appear to other drivers that you are signaling them. It is a big distraction and makes the vehicle a safety hazard to drive at night while the air conditioner is engaged. The manufacturer does not readily offer a solution for this defect.Details |
| 29 | Complaint Number: 10232206 | Incident Date: May 31, 2008 | Date Added to File: June 24, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
A month ago i had picked my boyfriend up from the airport and when he got out at a gas station he shut/slammed my front passenger door on my new 2008 honda accord. When this happened my side airbags on the passenger side deployed; both side window airbags and the side seat airbag. There was not enough impact for this to happen and no physical damage to the car. We were shocked by them deploying and counted our blessings no one was in that side of the car at that time. The car was in park and i was in the drivers seat. We have been fighting with honda for a month now and they refuse to fix it under my warranty. My insurance has been investigating this for a week and a half now and too strongly feel this is a warranty issue. No one has ever heard of this happening and now i am still stuck with a brand new car that has the airbags taped up for me to be able to see out my windows. I feel this is defiantly a warranty issue and i want it to be known and people be warn so hopefully this will not happen to their new accords.Details |
| 30 | Complaint Number: 10232055 | Incident Date: November 30, 2007 | Date Added to File: June 23, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
2008 4 cyl honda accord - headlights brighten and dim continuously while driving at night when heating/air is on - the "flickering" has been viewed as aggressive driving by some people not to mention the effect the flickering has on my night time vision - honda says the flickering is normal function of eld - the frequency cannot possibly be normal - my 01 honda had the occasional dimming of the lights but not to this severity.Details |
| 31 | Complaint Number: 10231884 | Incident Date: June 20, 2008 | Date Added to File: June 21, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
I own a honda accord 2008 ex sedan with the 190hp v4 engine. The headlamps and tail lamps go dim when i accelerate the car and then decelerate -- not only annoying it happens so often that my night vision is disrupted -- the headlamps are marginal to begin with especially in wet conditions as they wash out.Details |
| 32 | Complaint Number: 10231566 | Incident Date: June 18, 2008 | Date Added to File: June 19, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
The contact owns a 2008 honda accord. While driving 20 mph, the engine revved. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to his residence, but the engine "raced" the entire time. A few days later, the contact's wife started the vehicle and lightly tapped the accelerator pedal. The vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration, causing the vehicle to crash straight into a home across the street. The brake pedal was depressed, but they failed to work properly. The vehicle had not been moved since the day of the first incident. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, but they did not explain what caused the failure or defect. The current and failure mileages were 1,600. Updated 07/15/08. The dealer stated the computer did not show any defects and the brakes were not applied. Updated 07/15/08Details |
| 33 | Complaint Number: 10231352 | Incident Date: April 17, 2008 | Date Added to File: June 17, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
My 2008 honda accord ex-l lights flicker or dim at night when all equip. Or ac is on very distracting for me must be for the other drivers that meet me on the road have been to dealer twice for this problem and they say it is normal i have an 2007 accord that dose not have this problem also have a 2003 acura tls that does not or have i ever had this problem in the 50 years i have been owning cars. What to do next??Details |
| 34 | Complaint Number: 10231091 | Incident Date: June 16, 2008 | Date Added to File: June 16, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
I just bought a 2008 honda accord 4cyl. The headlamps dim on and off every 20 seconds or so .It seems to dim when a/c compressor comes on. Honda websites said this is "normal"?Details |
| 35 | Complaint Number: 10231180 | Incident Date: June 15, 2008 | Date Added to File: June 16, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
2008 honda accord 4 cylinder ex sedan. I just purchased the car new on 06/14/2008. When driving it for the first time at night, i noticed the headlamps dim and then return to full brightness in sync with the air conditioner compressor clutch engaging. The dimming occurs every 20 to 30 seconds when the air conditioner is on. It is very distracting and not typical of any of my previous cars. Dealer does not have a solution to this problem.Details |
| 36 | Complaint Number: 10231086 | Incident Date: May 19, 2008 | Date Added to File: June 16, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
I bought a 2008 honda accord approximately four weeks ago, when driving the car (with a/c on) the exterior lights flicker approximately every 15-30 minutes. The dealership has not provided a solution. Lights flickering is an unsafe and unacceptable condition. Other drivers do not know the flickering lights are not an act of aggression, nor is it safe for driver's to be exposed to continuous flickering lights. There are extensive postings on the internet regarding this problem. I would implore this agency to protect the safety of the public by researching this highly documented safety issue and requiring honda to fix this faulty design.Details |
| 37 | Complaint Number: 10231243 | Incident Date: June 13, 2008 | Date Added to File: June 16, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Bought a brand new 2008 honda accord ex-l sedan. Headlights keep going dim when air conditioner kicks on. It is very annoying and other motor vehicles think i am flashing them. This occurs at least once every 2-3 minutes. I have read numerous complaints in chat forums regarding this issue that is affecting other drivers of the same year, make, and model.Details |
| 38 | Complaint Number: 10230551 | Incident Date: June 10, 2008 | Date Added to File: June 11, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
2008 honda accord ex-l navi 4 cylinder. While driving at night with climate control on, as the a/c compressor cycles on, the headlights and all other lights dim noticeably. Honda dealer has stated this is "normal" for hondas, although my previous 2007 accord ex-l 4 cylinder did not exhibit this "feature". It is a safety issue and a defect with the automobile. Other drivers notice this "dimming" and assume you are flashing your headlights at them.Details |
| 39 | Complaint Number: 10229856 | Incident Date: June 4, 2008 | Date Added to File: June 4, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Headlights dim as air conditioning compressor cycles off and on. I have owned over 30 cars in my lifetime and this is the first time i have seen this. Apparently honda claims this is "normal". It is distracting to the driver and to oncoming cars. I have the 2008 lx-p model - 4 cylinder.Details |
| 40 | Complaint Number: 10229691 | Incident Date: February 10, 2008 | Date Added to File: June 3, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
There is a large voltage drop that can be seen in the lights at night ... The lights really dim as the alternator cycles .. It occurs every night when driving and happens at steady rpms and when decelerating .. I know this is not a major complaint but the car is new and it may turn into something down the "road" , time wise for owners ..What worries me that in a few months that the voltage drop may cause a problem and stall engine or lights dimming may pull excessively on battery and charging system and cause failures in other areas .. Thank you very much in advance for your help and the forum to pass on concerns that maybe safety concerns.Details |
| 41 | Complaint Number: 10229595 | Incident Date: May 30, 2008 | Date Added to File: June 2, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Headlights flicker each time ac compressor comes on. Vehicle is a 2008 honda accord lx-p (4cyl). Really annoying and could be a safety issue. Other vehicles flash their lights at me.Details |
| 42 | Complaint Number: 10228145 | Incident Date: November 27, 2007 | Date Added to File: May 19, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
When driving at night regardless of the speed, with the a/c on the headlights flickers intermittently. I have read other web sites that its been a problem for this particular vehicle and model. Many have been to the dealer and have spoken to the manufacture which resulting as this is normal for this type of vehicle/model. This raises big concerns when driving at night, having your headlights flicker intermittently poses a safety hazard. Please looking into this matter. The dealerships and car manufacturer's answer to this problem is not acceptable.Details |
| 43 | Complaint Number: 10227913 | Incident Date: May 11, 2008 | Date Added to File: May 15, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Blinking headlights on my 2008 accord, with the air conditioner running at night each time the compressor cycles on (about every 30 seconds) the headlights blink. Honda states this is normal, i say it is abnormal and distracting. This is a design flaw that surely needs to be corrected. There are thousands of complaints on the internet about this. It breaks a drivers concentration and is frustrating.Details |
| 44 | Complaint Number: 10227536 | Incident Date: April 10, 2008 | Date Added to File: May 12, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
I have a 2008 honda accord, 4-cyl. Headlights appear to "flicker." i have seen other complaints of this problem, but they appear to be to a much greater degree than my problem. However, this problem could get worse and could cause an accident, i.E., another driver could interpret the headlight flicker as permission to pull out in traffic and cause a collision.Details |
| 45 | Complaint Number: 10227259 | Incident Date: May 10, 2008 | Date Added to File: May 11, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Headlights flicker making it hard to see at night.Details |
| 46 | Complaint Number: 10226741 | Incident Date: April 12, 2008 | Date Added to File: May 5, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
The contact owns a 2008 honda accord. While driving 20 mph, she heard a thumping noise when she applied the brake. The contact stated that the thumping noise got louder as she continued to drive. The dealer stated the passenger side rear rotor caused the failure and made the replacement. Approximately three weeks later the failure occurred again. The dealer stated that passenger side rear rotor caused the failure. In addition, they stated that she wasn�t driving the vehicle enough because there was a lot of rust around the wheel. As of may 5, 2008, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The failure mileage was 600 and current mileage was 825.Details |
| 47 | Complaint Number: 10226251 | Incident Date: April 1, 2008 | Date Added to File: April 29, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
2008 honda accord exl with variable cylinder management engine. Consumer states that the ad says the transition between cylinder in the engine is unfelt. He states that is a lie the passengers can feel when the engine changes. According to honda, the system can activate and deactivate the engine's cylinders as needed to meet the demands of both acceleration and fuel saving. The consumer stated the engine constantly surges at highway speeds, even when on cruise control.Details |
| 48 | Complaint Number: 10225946 | Incident Date: December 5, 2007 | Date Added to File: April 28, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
I own a new 2008 honda accord ex 4-cyl. When the a/c is on, my headlights, running lights and tail lights flicker dim to bright approximately every 40 seconds while at idle and while driving. This is a major concern and should be corrected. I will contact all insurance companies concerning this.Details |
| 49 | Complaint Number: 10224794 | Incident Date: April 16, 2008 | Date Added to File: April 17, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Faulty headrest design. Pushes the head of many drivers radically forward, making it painful and dangerous to operate the vehicle. Prolonged driving causes neck and head pain lasting for days, from less than an hour of driving.Details |
| 50 | Complaint Number: 10224549 | Incident Date: March 24, 2008 | Date Added to File: April 15, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Car idles high and eratic since a new alternator was put on due to light(in and out) flickering along with fan and radio cutting out when a/c unit is used and cooling fans kick on and off.Since then car idles high, surges went fron tacking 1100 cold to 1500. Went from warm idle at 600 and is now 8-900rpms.Lights still do the same thing but they agree there was a voltage drop after two dealers said it was acharcteristic.After two month the cars going back in for a second seat track and a syl plate that was damaged.Now along with a list of problems the front bumper is pealing in same spot on left and right side near headlights.I alreadt complained about the bumpers not fitting.Dealer did idle relearn procedeure that did nothing.Check fuel cap message comes on and check engine light was on.They claim after 20 years of driving and 4 hondas,i don't know how to put a gas cap on.Worst car i ever had.The worst part is the attitude of the dealers and honda.I have been waiting for over two months for a rep,las time dealer snuck a note in that i refused to see the rep.I faxed them a demand letter to see the rep and another dealer was also supposed to set a meeting up.They claim he is out with a bad back(philadelphia area rep,)i am suing honda under the lemon law.I had enough.The suit was filed and my court date is in october,contact me with any questions or comments.Car alo smell like a rotten egg.Details |
| 51 | Complaint Number: 10223836 | Incident Date: February 8, 2008 | Date Added to File: April 9, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
The contact owns a 2008 honda accord. While test driving the vehicle, the front end shook while the brake pedal was depressed. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they installed new rotors and brake pads. The failure remained and the vehicle was returned to the dealer for the second time. The dealer stated that the rotors needed to be turned. The failure still persists. The current mileage was 1,300 and failure mileage was 317.Details |
| 52 | Complaint Number: 10223168 | Incident Date: January 19, 2008 | Date Added to File: April 2, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
2008 accord with v6 vcm/grade logic transmission; car bucks and surges at speeds as the vcm goes in and out of mode; will not downshift even if floored at 30 mph; when on cruise control at highway speeds and on a decline, the car downshifts with such force that passengers are thrown into their shoulder harnesses.Details |
| 53 | Complaint Number: 10222536 | Incident Date: March 20, 2008 | Date Added to File: March 27, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Voltage drop when a/c compressor turns on, resulting in headlights and taillights dimming/flickering.Details |
| 54 | Complaint Number: 10222537 | Incident Date: October 7, 2007 | Date Added to File: March 27, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Headlights, taillights, brake lights as well as interior lights, all lights dim as compressor and cooling fan engage. Causing brake lights to appear as being applied, also causing high / low beam headlights to have been activated.Details |
| 55 | Complaint Number: 10222376 | Incident Date: March 1, 2008 | Date Added to File: March 26, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
The contact owns a 2008 honda accord. On one occasion, the sunroof opened on its own. When the vehicle was first taken to the dealer, they were unable to duplicate the failure. The second time at the dealer they changed the frequency on the remote, but the failure still persists. The vin, engine size, and powertrain were unknown. The current mileage was 2,400 and failure mileage was 2,000.Details |
| 56 | Complaint Number: 10221875 | Incident Date: March 15, 2008 | Date Added to File: March 20, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Car idles rough and stalls,check fuel cap message comes on.This was after they replaced alternator due to lights flickering and radio and fans going in and out.Alternator did not help and now the idles is high and eratic, system that detects missing fuel cap is inop. When car comes to a stop the idle stops real hgigh and comes down as you sit at the light.The dealer says the owners maual is wrong about the way system works.I drove two identical ones and while the cars were still of poor quality,the idle was the same as before they messed with car.Other issues include bad seat tracks, bad upulstry, paint on bumpers improperly finished. Honda refuses to fix these issues. I am taking it under the lemon law and urge all others to do the same.Details |
| 57 | Complaint Number: 10222743 | Incident Date: January 1, 1901 | Date Added to File: March 19, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Letter regarding the safe operation of his 2008 honda accord, feels the flickering head lights presents a safety problem other drivers may interpret as aggressive driving. The consumer stated the headlights flickered every 30 seconds.Details |
| 58 | Complaint Number: 10220479 | Incident Date: March 8, 2008 | Date Added to File: March 9, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Transmission/vcm constantly continues to shift. Car cannot locate correct drive ratio. Very prevalent when driving 60 mph on level grade and no pedal movement. However, the transmission and/or variable cylinder management constantly surging is noticeable at all speeds with no change in pedal force applied. Also, when accelerating from a stop slowly and a sudden demand to increase speed, the transmission fails to downshift when the pedal is pushed to the floor and restricts the engine rpms.Details |
| 59 | Complaint Number: 10220478 | Incident Date: March 6, 2008 | Date Added to File: March 9, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
While driving in moderate rain showers, water pools on drivers side windshield. Very noticeable at speeds of 50-70 mph. Windshield wipers operating at any speed actually pull the pool of water from the left side of the front pillar into the drivers vision on the downstroke.Details |
| 60 | Complaint Number: 10220474 | Incident Date: March 8, 2008 | Date Added to File: March 8, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Lights (electrical system) dim/flicker annoyingly while driving,when the radiator fan cycles on/off.Details |
| 61 | Complaint Number: 10220339 | Incident Date: March 4, 2008 | Date Added to File: March 7, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Transmission shifting is exceptionally harsh, especially at lower gears (2-3 and 3-4, and downshifting as well). When downshifting, car feels like someone has slammed on the brakes. Car also feels like it is constantly hunting for the correct gear in the low 60s mph. This is probably the vcm.Details |
| 62 | Complaint Number: 10220401 | Incident Date: February 28, 2008 | Date Added to File: March 7, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Transmission shifting is harsh and abrupt. When downshifting from 3rd to 2nd and 4th to 3rd, it feels like someone is literally slamming on the brakes. When upshifting at those gears, there are often prolonged delays. In addition, while cruising in the low 60s mph range, the transmission is constantly hunting for the correct gear.Details |
| 63 | Complaint Number: 10220290 | Incident Date: November 2, 2007 | Date Added to File: March 6, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
When making turns the car surges.Details |
| 64 | Complaint Number: 10220208 | Incident Date: March 4, 2008 | Date Added to File: March 6, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
I own a 2008 honda accord excel 4 cylinder. With the climate control on the headlights flicker. I have talked with many people and they all say this is not normal.Details |
| 65 | Complaint Number: 10220079 | Incident Date: February 1, 2008 | Date Added to File: March 4, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
The 2008 honda accord ex-l nav 4 cylinder suffers from poor headlight performance. While driving at night, the headlight intensity frequently fluctuates causing distraction and reducing nighttime visibility. My interpretation of the local honda dealership diagnosis is provided below. Poor headlight performance is �normal� due to the operation of the electrical load detector (eld). The function of the eld is to provide electrical system demand information to the onboard computer module. The onboard computer then uses the provided information to adjust alternator output which ultimately results in fuel savings. Honda is assuming that customers are willing to sacrifice normal headlight performance for the possibility of increasing fuel mileage. The operational design of one system produces a side affect in another system that results in a safety risk. Risks of operating a vehicle with poor headlight performance are provided below. 1. Reduced visibility and driving concentration could result in a collision. 2. Other drivers could mistake a headlight intensity fluctuation as aggressive driving behavior resulting in driver confrontation.Details |
| 66 | Complaint Number: 10220021 | Incident Date: February 15, 2008 | Date Added to File: March 4, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
08 accord ex-l; headlights dim while driving at night every 15 to 20 seconds. Safety issue for driver and other vehicles.Details |
| 67 | Complaint Number: 10219633 | Incident Date: February 26, 2008 | Date Added to File: February 28, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Ongoing isuues with electircal system, lights flickering, accessories going in and out,seat uhpulstry and paint and seat frame. Had into another dealer and they said bad paint ,bad fabric and flickering lights are chacteristics of the 2008 honda accords.Service manager varified all problems and then i get a call later to pick up car because they tried to fix the seat and couldnt so they ordered another seat frame.I picked the car up next day with fraudulent paperwork,wrong dates and mialege.I was wondering why seatbelt did not feal tight.I get home and see that when they took seat out to try and fix,mechanic did not install seat belt back on the frame and he distryed the syl plate taking seat in and out and now the bolt cover is also missing.Dealer picked up car from and brought it back.Did not send car back with paperwork or even an apolagy.They claim they ordered replacement parts to fix what they damaged.Please email me and i will let you know anything youd like.Honda was no help. Fourth time honda owner and last! hondas quality and attitude is so poor, i am going back to american cars.Details |
| 68 | Complaint Number: 10219369 | Incident Date: February 28, 2008 | Date Added to File: February 28, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
All outside lights flicker whenever the air conditioner cycles on. This is a very visible flicker and i would consider a safety hazard. Honda has been notified and says its a normal condition. Driving the car at night has become extremely distracting.Details |
| 69 | Complaint Number: 10219241 | Incident Date: February 16, 2008 | Date Added to File: February 26, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Driver's side door lock actuator does not work from the sale of the car.Details |
| 70 | Complaint Number: 10219138 | Incident Date: October 1, 2007 | Date Added to File: February 25, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
The contact owns a 2008 honda accord. While driving 40 mph, she heard a cracking noise coming from the vehicle. In addition, she smelled propane fumes when she turned on the air condition. The dealer was unable to diagnose the failure. As of february 25, 2008, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The failure mileage was 1,000 and current 6,500. Updated 3/19/08 updated 03/19/08Details |
| 71 | Complaint Number: 10219134 | Incident Date: February 25, 2008 | Date Added to File: February 25, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Exterior and interior lights flicker when the air conditioning compressor comes on. Baytown honda service dept, baytown tx, stated this is normal and intended to do that. First they said they weren't aware of the problem, then they produced a service bulletin on the 2008 accord that advised honda is aware of the problem. Baytown honda stated nothing could be done because honda said there is no problem with flickering lights. The flickering lights are a distraction to the driver and other drivers.Details |
| 72 | Complaint Number: 10219023 | Incident Date: February 23, 2008 | Date Added to File: February 24, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
When the a/c is on, the headlights noticeably dim every time the compressor kicks on. This happens about every 30 seconds or so why the a/c and headlights are both on. I feel that this is a safety issue especially when driving at night to have the headlights noticeably dim is a safety concern and nhtsa should really consider a recall/repair of this item before someone really gets hurt.Details |
| 73 | Complaint Number: 10218970 | Incident Date: February 23, 2008 | Date Added to File: February 23, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
My 2008 honda accord ex coupe is a nightmare. Trying to use the defroster while warming up car,blower motor kept losing power. Lights in and out of car are still flickering when you have the lights on and cooling fan comes on. Honda says all hondas do it. This is my fourth and this is the only one with this electrical issue. Honda is rude , and doesn't care. Besides pealing paint, bad drivers upholstry,the passenger seat will not stay still and hass a bead creaking sound. My selling dealer that told me not to come backs service manager told me i weigh too much. I am 245 lbs now. When we had our 04 and 06 i was 300 and it was fine. When you accelerate and decelerations seat moves. I have a spinal cord injury and today this caused it to hurt even more. If anyone would like to email me about what we should do with our expensive nightmares. We should all get a rally of our junkers together and block honda headquarters and we will call the news to televise it.Details |
| 74 | Complaint Number: 10218855 | Incident Date: February 14, 2008 | Date Added to File: February 22, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
4-cyl engine shutdown at traffic light while idling. Car would not restart, windows and moonroof would open but not close, shift lever would not go out of "park". By some miracle driver and car survived rush hour traffic at dusk with assistance from police officer. Car towed to honda dealer who replaced 50 amp fuse (actually a multiple fuse) labeled "ig". Dealer advised by honda to giggle wires to try to duplicate problem. Problem did not reoccur and dealer returned car after 4 days. Old part not available. I doubt that the fuse was defective and suspect problem will reoccur. 4300 miles on car, an ex.Details |
| 75 | Complaint Number: 10218591 | Incident Date: February 19, 2008 | Date Added to File: February 19, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Vehicle passenger seat creaks and is not stable, lights on car continue to flicker and dim in and out when a/c and headlights are on. Very dangerous. Someone will think you are brightening them or stopping suddenly and will either cause a crash or road rage incident. Today eddie milan,general manager of sloane honda called me (can verify by cell phone bill) and "told me not to come back to sloane honda anymore" great attitude after multiple purchases and sending multiple customers. Honda refuses to admit they have problems>i will complain everyday that it gives me problems. I urge all consumers who have these problems to keep complaining until honda fixes this issue. Cars have problems. But flickering headlights and taillights are a danger.Details |
| 76 | Complaint Number: 10218432 | Incident Date: February 18, 2008 | Date Added to File: February 18, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Headlights, taillights, interior lights, radio fan motor all fade in and out when cooling fan comes on. This was in the shop for this today along with pealing paint, bad seat track, bad upholstery and damage that sloane honda did to my car in philadelphia, pa. Someone is going to get killed in these new 08 accords. Honda doesn't care. Murry cohen service manager at sloane threw me out of the service department,threatened to call the police and refused to give paperwork showing the car was there, but i have the rental agreement they signed for the day. They say all hondas lights go in and out,this is my 4th and this is the only one that does it. Honda customer service is no help. Don't waste your breath calling. My email is if you have similar problems. I will complain to this site every day and you all should too. 24590 + tax and tags down the drain. I am getting a lemon lawyer and hope you all do to.Details |
| 77 | Complaint Number: 10217899 | Incident Date: February 7, 2008 | Date Added to File: February 13, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
The headlights on my 2008 honda accord lx 4-cyl are very dim compared to other vehicles on the market. They pose a safety hazard for me as well for other drivers and pedestrians. In two different incidents the headlights almost lead to a severe accident. I would like honda to fix the problem by moving the headlights up which would provide a better view of the road.Details |
| 78 | Complaint Number: 10217945 | Incident Date: January 1, 2008 | Date Added to File: February 13, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Headlights flicker on 2008 honda accord ex sedan at night and does it constantly. Can't count how many times it does it as its all the time.Details |
| 79 | Complaint Number: 10217545 | Incident Date: February 9, 2008 | Date Added to File: February 9, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Cars lights dim and blink everytime the cooling fan kicks on and off,this includes headlights,brake lights,all interior lights,a/c fan dims,radio gets softer. This is dangerous to drive at night. People think you are flashing them and jamming on my brakes. I also have problems with upholstry,side air bags,right seat track, out of line bumper and pealing paint. Honda has to do something with my 2008 honda accord ex coupe before someone gets killed. Please someone help me.Details |
| 80 | Complaint Number: 10217501 | Incident Date: January 14, 2008 | Date Added to File: February 8, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Steering wheel and car vibrates over 55 mph gas sloshes in tank at stops (car moves from weight of gas moving in tank).Details |
| 81 | Complaint Number: 10216431 | Incident Date: December 10, 2007 | Date Added to File: January 29, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
My headlights and taillights flicker dim to bright approximately every 30 seconds when the a/c is on. This is a new 2008 honda accord ex 4cyl. Honda has checked the vehicle and says this is normal. This is a safety issure to the driver and others.Details |
| 82 | Complaint Number: 10216236 | Incident Date: December 5, 2007 | Date Added to File: January 28, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
2008 honda accord. When the compressor comes on or the fan for the radiator the headlights and tail lights dim and then brighten back to normal. This occurs about every 30 seconds and is annoying as well as a safety issue. When driving on the highway at night with a car in front of you and the headlights blink the person may believe you are flashing your headlights at them. This problem is noticable to passengers as well. I have had many comments made asking why i do not get this fixed before some road rage occurs. I spoke to honda corporate and the dealerships and i have been told this is normal for the car, therefore there is not a fix available. This problem is all over the internet and do not know why nobody that can resolve the problem is.Details |
| 83 | Complaint Number: 10216192 | Incident Date: November 9, 2007 | Date Added to File: January 27, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Headlights flicker when driving at night when accessories (radiator fan, a/c compressor, etc.) engage and disengage. Engine rpm is around 2500-3000 (highway speeds). This happens every minute or two, sometimes more often. Taken to dealership twice and have been told that this is normal and that all hondas do it. We had a 2007 model as well that did not exhibit this problem.Details |
| 84 | Complaint Number: 10215400 | Incident Date: January 6, 2008 | Date Added to File: January 18, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Exterior lights flicker noticeably when the a/c engages and disengages. This happens every 10-15 seconds. I have taken to my honda dealership, and they did not want to admit that this was an issue.Details |
| 85 | Complaint Number: 10216087 | Incident Date: January 1, 2008 | Date Added to File: January 18, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
2008 honda accord with defective front seat headrests. Consumer states that the headrests are angled to far forward causing them to have to hold their heads forward and bent to sit in the seat.Details |
| 86 | Complaint Number: 10215318 | Incident Date: January 15, 2008 | Date Added to File: January 18, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
The contact owns a 2008 honda accord. While driving 30 mph, the exhaust caps fell off the vehicle and were driven over. Both passenger side tires were destroyed. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and that stated that her six cylinder vehicle had a four cylinder bumper. The contact has been going back and forth with the dealer for several days and does not believe they intend to exchange the bumpers. The powertrain was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 1,800.Details |
| 87 | Complaint Number: 10214629 | Incident Date: September 17, 2007 | Date Added to File: January 13, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Headlights / all lights flicker about every 10 seconds when a/c compressor cycles while using defroster or air conditioning.Details |
| 88 | Complaint Number: 10213585 | Incident Date: January 3, 2008 | Date Added to File: January 3, 2008 |
Description of the Complaint:
Headlights flicker when air conditioning compressor engages..Only on 4 cylinder 2008 honda accords.Details |
| 89 | Complaint Number: 10212974 | Incident Date: November 3, 2007 | Date Added to File: December 27, 2007 |
Description of the Complaint:
While at highway speeds and with the temp control on, my headlights dim / flicker about every 20-30 seconds. The dealer said this is a normal characteristic of the car and there is currently nothing they can do about it. I have since heard of other people having a similar problem. The vehicle is an 08 honda accord 4cyl ex-l. Honda is not giving me any information on this and not addressing the issue to my satisfaction. The number of failures is over 40 as this is a constant problem.Details |
| 90 | Complaint Number: 10211017 | Incident Date: November 9, 2007 | Date Added to File: December 6, 2007 |
Description of the Complaint:
The contact owns a 2008 honda accord. While driving between 60-70 mph, the front end vibrated and was felt through the steering wheel. There were no warning indicators. The dealer stated that the failure was normal. The failure mileage was 37 and current mileage was 1,350.Details |
| 91 | Complaint Number: 10207561 | Incident Date: October 18, 2007 | Date Added to File: October 31, 2007 |
Description of the Complaint:
The contact owns a 2008 honda accord (na). The contact heard a cracking sound coming from the rear passenger side of the vehicle. While driving at various speeds, he must hold the steering wheel tightly to prevent the vehicle from veering to the left. He took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the rear struts failed. The dealer replaced the rear bolt and strut; however, the cracking noise still persists. The contact notified the manufacturer, but they did not provide any assistance. The vehicle is currently at the dealer. The current and failure mileages were 500. Updated 11/20/07Details |
