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2008 Honda Element repairs by problem area

Engine (6%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (19%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (50%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (3%)

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2008 Honda Element 4dr SUV

166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD

28500 mi

US $250
replace rotors 
US $1500 VSA/ABS control module failed and had to be replaced 

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2008 Honda Element 4dr SUV

166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD

99000 mi

US $120
Driver side front brake pads seized up and dragging on the rotor once car is driven for a few miles. Replaced the front rotors and brake pads for both front wheels. 
109000 mi

US $175
Brakes making loud scraping sound. Replaced all 4 brake discs and brake pads for front and rear wheels. 

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2008 Honda Element 4dr SUV

166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD

77000 mi Replaced brake pads and rotors. Replaced all calipers and brake hoses just so I wouldn't have to deal with brakes for a few years. 
77000 mi One of rebuilt calipers leaked around seals. Warranty replacement by O'Reilly's. 

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2008 Honda Element Brake Problems

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