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Chart based on 50 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Honda Accord
Engine not specified
14000 mi
US $450
Paint chipping. Annoying back shelf rattle and glove box replaced due to misalignment
creaks - rattles from various areas
-all forums indicate issue with new type of plastic squeaking[esp at seam areas]
TSB - nose mask interferes with hood lock mechanism. new nose mask ordered - one more trip back to dealer! ugh!
15000 mi
Rattling sound from rear deck.
23000 mi
Rattling noise in/ near passenger glove box area.
Although dealer corrected it twice, I still can hear it when riding on potholes.
15000 mi
Rubber door trip on all doors coming off of door. Stretched it back into place.
16900 mi
Replacement of leather seats. Vinyl sides were beginning to crack. Front leather seats replaced. Leather on touch surfaces only. Sides are vinyl that began to crack. Covered under warranty.
22000 mi
US $220
Rear parcel tray vibration, typical for this model, had been repaired once before about three years ago under warranty.
26700 mi
Sun roof motor retracts one second after trying to close the open hatch
34000 mi
The engine cover emblem was coming off.
47000 mi
The leather on the center console became de-laminated and began to fall apart.
58000 mi
US $350
The leather on the center arm rest is coming off and the leather on the drivers side door is peeling off. Junky material.
96000 mi
US $225
The armrests (fake leather) have fallen apart. This is the SECOND time they are being replaced. Poor interior materials. I had a car upholstery shop put on a much more durable piece. They told me that Honda has had a problem with their interior leather for years. He said he has to do this repair many times every week.
17000 mi
replaced drivers outer door handle. Balanced all tires.
59400 mi
US $280
Front left and right seat covers replacedmdue to excess wear. Honda covered 80% of repair costs.
110000 mi
US $40
I had to replace the armrest pad, which is part of the drivers side door panel. I also had to replace the console lid upholstering. Both of these areas blistered up and crackedwhere my elbows rest. I paid for leather so this was unsat.
8000 mi
Adjustment of striker plate on driver door lock. No parts, successfully adjusted.
19000 mi
US $235
2)Loose leather on seat repaired under warranty.
12000 mi
Replaced all four door seals on the body. Three of the four were pulling away from the frame. First they tried adjusting them--didn't work so they replaced them. Driver's side door leaking water through speaker grill area when sitting during hard rain. Unable to replicate. "B" pillar trim panel rattle. Said was adjusted but is still making noise.
13000 mi
Same as above... B pillar is still making ticking noises while driving. Service manager said they had adjusted it again and suggested spraying some expanding foam onto the clip before installation. May try that next...
14000 mi
Dealer replaced drivers side "B" pillar seat belt bolt and trim panel. Also installed felt on the back of the panel. Appears to have fixed the rattling issues.
22000 mi
Rear speaker deck was rattling. Dealer removed deck and added a tape backed foam substance to cushion better and rattle is gone.
Driver's power seat. The cable attachment point for the lumbar support broke at the motor. Dealer replaced the lumbar adjustment motor assembly at no cost.
48000 mi
US $150
Rattling noise coming from rear deck. could not find problem. After numerous trips felt strips placed between rear glass and deck. Had to pay for repair even though not charged on previous trips. I am still having the problem.
23000 mi
Glove box was out of alignment and repaired following TSB.
Rattles in rear deck lid, were repaired with tape. Rattles in glove box & passenger door were not fixed as they could not duplictae.
21000 mi
Rattle Rattles, squeaks, wind noise, repair
5000 mi
Seat head rests would not move up and down correctly. Thorough cleaning and lubing resolved issue.
33000 mi
Roof liner loose (rattling).
7000 mi
The base of the shifter and the shifter cover rub against each other, causing annoying squeaks. Technician installed foam between. Problem is fixed.
19000 mi
The rear deck rattles during heavy bass passages. It does not rattles most of the time, however. Dealer applied the fix in the TSB, alleviated some of it but the rattling was still there. It's a design flaw, using flimsy sheet metal to support 3 speakers.
62000 mi
The rear deck rattles during heavy bass passages.
6820 mi
Replaced the center console visor assembly (around radio display) because the plastic was dull and faded. It could not be restored to its original appearance any longer.
17980 mi
Rattles, squeaks and vibration in the gloves box. The same claim was fully repaired in October 2008 according to a TSB, but the same problem came back in March 2009. Fully repaired, no noise at all after the repair.
35340 mi
Replaced driver seat bottom (ivory leather) due to excessive wear and tear.
112000 mi
US $1700
Paint began to bubble on left rear quarter panel. Further inspection revealed rust throughout fender walls on both rear fenders. Repair was done on both fenders.
7500 mi
driver's door seal replacement
820 mi
Driver side sunvisor not working properly, light flickers.
74000 mi
Center and left front armrests replaced due to peeling/cracking of vinyl covering.
9300 mi
Rear shelf rattle. repaired.
1000 mi
Driver's seat was repaired. Great car, but the reassembled seat was never comfortable after the repair. Honda corporate refused to replace the seat even though I spent 29k on their car.
12000 mi
Rattle and squeaks coming from inside trunk.
35800 mi
Driver's side window run channel worn and caused whistling Driver's side window run channel replaced
35000 mi
Loud pop in rear deck when body flexes. Traded car in due to numerous problems.
9000 mi
Rear parcel shelf buzzing/rattling. Dealer had to remove the rear panel to apply felt pad. In the process they said they had to remove the C-pillar interior trim along with the clips that secure it. It took 2 days for the parts to arrive. Rattle in dash near passenger air bag door. Dealer said they don't like tearing into the dash for rattles unless they know for sure where it is. It still makes noise and is getting worse with colder air temps. I'm takig it back to the dealer.
12000 mi
Attempted one more time to get the dash rattle fixed. To no avail.
there was a rear creaking noise that would occur with frequency. after three trips it was finally fixed, though the car still has another rattle in that same area, whistle noise coming in from passenger door, and various rattles in the front area.normal?
15000 mi
Fixed rattle in rear package shelf. It’s Spot welding according to the mechanic…so it isn’t so much breaking as coming loose. They took apart the entire back deck to make sure everything was tight and it’s been quiet since.
17000 mi
The problem is a new/old problem. Previously had rattles coming in from the rear deck. It was fixed. Driving south on the I-5 in California towards LA heard the sound again. took to the dealership and they said they had to have American Honda approv. the back of the drivers seat after adjusted moves back a few knotches. Dealer admitted problem but have to have American Honda approve the repair first.
3000 mi
Replaced window trim that was dented at delivery.
25000 mi
US $30
There is this mild rattling sound from the back of the car (driver's side rear). The mechanic tried to look for it, but could not find the source. It is more irritating than actually a major issue.
14880 mi
Ongoing issue with slight wind noise on driver's side - diagnosed but not rectified as dealer called it "normal" - planning to take it to another dealer.
Replace windshield - defective lamination from factory.
22000 mi
US $85
Had driver's side lower seat bezel replaced; plastic tabs had broken off front section and could not be repaired. Dealer only part.
10000 mi
Glove box would not close flush. Latch could not be adjusted so a new glove box door wa ordered.
1000 mi
Driver's side door needed to be readjusted because it was not flushed/sticking out at one side... it was a fit and finish issue. Maybe the problem was already present when I took delivery, however, I just didn't notice it until 3 days later.
2000 mi
Fan switch on dash squeaks. Dealer said it still functions, so Honda isn't willing to pay for repairs. Rattle coming from center rearlight when playing stereo. Dealer said the subwoofer setting was turned up all the way, however, I specifically checked that setting before going in for service. It was at set 2 out 6, still rattles.
Side skirt installed improperly. Was not snug against body. Side skirt was removed, replaced with a new one. More snug than before, but could be better. I am satisfied however.
10000 mi
Molding inside for driver's side door on ceiling was falling down and there was a major rattle when drivers side door was closed
12000 mi
Glove box misaligned.
5000 mi
Middle climate control fan switch replaced for squeaking issue. Also vibration in steering wheel at 50-75mph... Off balance...needed road force balance and rotation.
Driver sun visor not returning to home position TSB for rattle in glove box. Dealer installed felt tape per service bulletin.
17300 mi
Replaced sun visor. Replaced sun visor and windshield washer nozzle.
5000 mi
Trunk creaked when I closed it.
1000 mi
Rear tailights were chipping paint on both rear quarter panels. Body shop sanded tailights and repositioned them. Tailights are now chipping rear bumper due to limited clearance. Going back to body shop again.
3000 mi
To fix rattles rear shelf was taken apart and c-pillars were replaced. Did not resolve. Returned and spoke with Regional Director and service determined cracked spot welds in the rear shelf on both passenger and driver sides. Service could not correct welds and was not willing to have Honda send a Master technician come and investigate.
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