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1HGCP26848A••••••2008 Honda ACCORD
This build draws 2.5× more complaints than the average 2008 Honda ACCORD build (15 vs 6).
15on this build
1263on the model
213builds in total
1injuries
Most reportedService Brakes 6Hydraulic 5Air Bags 5Engine 3
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagsOct 2020
The contact owns a 2008 honda accord. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to tampa honda (11000 n. Florida ave, tampa, fl 33612; (813) 518-6476) and was informed that the SRS failed and needed to be replaced. The…
Unknown Or OtherJan 2018
The car is excessively burning oil. I have to add a quart of oil at least once a month. Before that I was getting oil changes frequently because the car was saying the oil was low
EngineJun 2016
The contact owns a 2008 honda accord. While driving various speeds, the contact heard a knocking sound coming from the engine without warning. The contact took the vehicle to crown honda greensboro (3633 w wendover ave, greensboro, nc 27407, (336) 790-9855) to have an oil…
Service BrakesFeb 2011
The contact owns a 2008 honda accord. The contact stated that the rear brakes wore out at 26,000 miles which was premature wear for the rear brake pads. The brake pads were replaced by the dealer. The contact stated that this was a known issue that the manufacturer should…
Exterior LightingJun 2008
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…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1HGCP26848A076555 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.