Question 1

Premature rear brake pad wear (2008-2010 Accord)

Accepted Answer

Some 2008-2010 Accords wear out rear brake pads unusually fast, sometimes within 15,000 miles (24,000 km), which led to a class action. Worn pads reduce braking performance and damage the rotors.

Question 2

Timing belt due for replacement (3.5 V6)

Accepted Answer

The 3.5 V6 uses a timing belt that Honda schedules for replacement around 105,000 miles (170,000 km) or 7 years. If it breaks, the engine suffers serious valve damage. Many used vehicles have no proof of the change.

Question 3

VCM misfires and oil consumption (3.5 V6)

Accepted Answer

Variable Cylinder Management on the 3.5 V6 can cause oil to foul spark plugs in the cylinders it shuts off, stuck rings, misfires and vibration from worn engine mounts. A class action led to piston ring replacement and extended warranty on many 2008-2013 vehicles.

Honda AccordAccord 8th Gen

Known issues and common problems

Honda AccordAccord 8th Gen

Known issues and common problems

Premature rear brake pad wear (2008-2010 Accord)at 24000 km · 1 solutionsHigh

Timing belt due for replacement (3.5 V6)at 170000 km · 1 solutionsHigh

VCM misfires and oil consumption (3.5 V6)at 160000 km · 1 solutionsHigh