Never buying a Honda again and would love to sue the sh*t out of them for this!!! 193 0 obj <>stream The car doesnt foul spark plugs as is the case with cars that burn oil. I want to be added to this lawsuit!!!! No low oil light but engine was almost 3 qts low at 60% on the dash. I will NEVER purchase a Honda again. After installing a new set of rings, measure the Most combustion engines have pistons. I cant sell it to a private buyer with knowing it has this issue and Im sure a dealer wont give me jack for a trade in. I have been unable to get satisfaction with the dealer. They say it is normal. This is our second Honda and probably the Last!! STILL nothing registered in the dip stick. What ive read on web sites is that the owner should check the oil every 1,000 miles and that adding 1 quart of oil in this time period is normal. With a one income family, if something breaks I have to fix it I cannot afford to pay someone else. My first brand new car. I dont know how much truth there is to it. They said that they allow 1 quart of oil to be used by the engine per 1000 miles. HONDA NO MORE EVERYONE.. ME like a fool went and got a 2008 & two 2009 Accords but the reason was i had a1990 360,000 miles on it used no oil leaked no oil run good till the day i got rid of it a 1993 same thing good car over 360,000 miles .All three new cars use oil from day 1 first oil change i ask them to check and see why they say a quart every 3,000 miles is except able and breaks at least 3 sets of the ceramic on each not only that i bragged so much on them 4 of my nieces got them think how i fill now. Today we're finally reassembling the paramotor engine. I have a 2009 Honda Accord with approximately 64,000 miles. So, I have a 2006 Infiniti M35x with 338K miles. 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More info: http://topclassactions.com/lawsuit-settlements/lawsuit-news/23055-honda-engine-misfire-class-action-settlement-gets-final-ok/, my 08 4 cylinder is eating oil like theres no tomorrow ive brought it in 5 times and they keep giving me bullshit excuses. I took my 2008 Accord to a local dealer. 0000006237 00000 n I had the same problem I was back and forth with Honda not the dealer though for about 8 months and the finally fixed it for free and gave me 1 year warranty for $100 this was 2020 car runs good. I purchased 2008 Honda Accord EX in Ontario Canada just a month ago at 67500KM and did a oil change. I have been having this issue for a while now. Oil was put in and topped off. I have been experiencing excessive oil consumption with my 2009 Honda Accord for the last 18 months. odyclub.com is not in any way affiliated with Honda Motor Company, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. Had the same problems, treated as if I was stupid and the car was fine. Engine piston rings are made to last the full lifetime of modern cars. The dealership gave us the run around telling us this was normal. Thats where I stand at this point. We purchased the Honda because we read how well made and reliable their cars were made. Assuming this all works as expected and you are happily driving your van again, bear in mind that it can happen again unless you also use a 'maintenance' additive that will keep it clean. AUTOFREN SEINSA BRAKE CALIPER PISTON D025595 I FOR HONDA ACCORD VI,LEGEND II. If you click on a link and take action, we may earn a commission. Never heard of acceptable to use 1 quart for every 1000 miles math says 3 quarts in one 3000 mile oil change period how absurd. 2 weeks later same problem, same fix. The local shop is stating the first engine was replaced due to the lawsuit but this one is not covered. bgdadx4_180450 April 20, 2022, 7:33pm #1. I am too, have this problem just like most honda accord owner with oil consumption. Someone. Engine started to have missfires 4 days out. document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_3" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_4" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Please note: Top Class Actions is not a settlement I have own 3 Honda and this one will be the last one and I will make sure any of my friends, family, relative, co-workers will should not BUY another Honda especially those vehicle has the VCM controler which caused all this mess and Honda doesn t take responsible for it. I want to know how to get in on the class action lawsuit?? Honda replaced a bank of spark plugs (#1-3) as a goodwill gesture because there was a tech service bulletin out on that. Good luck to everyone ! I also own a 2008 accord, and around 70k it started burning oil at approx. I bought a new 2008 Honda Accord. I have followed the maintenace faithfully-for all the good it does. Car continued to sputter but they claimed nothing was wrong with it. It's points like this in a project Show more 17:53 4 years ago 4 years. Honda, what is up with your Accord? That doesnt sound like much but remember that the labor cost is significant. Oil doesnt stop consuming though. After my complaining, they decide i will only have to pay 500 as a deductible!! Make sure youre not using synthetic oil since it can get through seals where a conventional oil wouldnt. After they replace the piston rings, they must reassemble the engine and install it back into your vehicle. Please narrow the Piston Ring Set results by selecting the vehicle. I had specifically asked my salesman at what point I needed to change the oil. That is ridiculous. We offer a full selection of genuine Honda Accord Piston Rings, engineered specifically to restore factory performance. He then went to the business where we have our oil change and accused them of forgetting to put oil back into the car once they drained it. If you see many different oil leaks, you should absolutely check the pressure in the crankcase. Since I purchased it new, I always thought that the engine on my 4 cyl 2009 Accord made more noise than should be normal but the dealer said it was OK. A few months ago after taking a road trip, I took it to the dealer after hearing excessive engine noise, the dealer discovered that there was no oil on the dipstick. Honda replaced all of these parts under the CPO and goodwill warranties- probably because I was a Honda employee for about 28 years and have also owned several Honda automobiles. 2008 Accord 2.4L. expected to be mailed out. I noticed that the number one plug wasnt responding so well as the others. I boughta 2010 less than a year ago and I am going through 2 quarts between oil changes. Honda is very aware of this issue, dealership acknowledged it. Talking about. So could this be about the values? My 2010 Honda accord EX had this exact issue in 2012 after 50K miles. Something you dont expect from a honda. then will ask you to come back when you have driven 1000 miles. I think its about time. (Engine Oil Viscosity Explained), How to Debadge Your Car (In 3 Easy Steps), vehicle will take a long time to speed up, 5 Symptoms of a Bent Connecting Rod in Your Engine, 4 Symptoms of a Valve Cover Gasket Leak (And Replacement Cost), 9 Best Auto Glass Cleaners (That Actually Work), http://oards.com/valve-guide-seals-symptoms-and-cost/. You should consult a mechanic at the earliest opportunity if such a problem presents itself. Another 'trick' thing to do is to push the button on the shifter for 'D4' which locks it into only the first four speeds for 'city' driving at 45 mph or less. Constantly have to check the oil. I was in the middle of my oil consumption test per Honda dealership and the oil light went on. Those new Hyundai are starting to look better lol. They said that its fine. This means when you put your foot on the gas pedal to accelerate, the vehicle will take a long time to speed up. They told me my challenge was not related but said they got Honda to contribute. About 3 months ago I was driving my 2010 Honda Accord V6 and the check engine light came on ( blinking) and my car began to misfire. Anyone else trouble with the second engine in that car?? Honda has a serious design flaw in the 2008 6 cylinder Honda Accord engine and will not own up to it. Needless to say Honda Corporation did not feel the same way. I own a 2008 Honda Accord and have had problems with the excessive oil consumption since day 1. I was told repeatedly at the local stealership that a quart of oil every 1000 miles is industry standard. I have a 2010 4cyl Sedan 4 door, Automatic with 67K miles. The engine runs great and I since received a letter from Honda Canada extending the warranty to 8 yrs/200,000 km ( 125,000 miles). My Honda is taking about 3 extra quarts of oil each oil change taking to Honda dealer on August 29 to have checke d out, i also have a 2008 honda accord that is burning oil every 750 miles. . I could not drive long distances without worry. Finally Honda dealer replaced pistons and piston rings at 60k miles. So far so good (150k miles). For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. When this occured I found that the oil was either low or off the dipstick. 0000002344 00000 n I am beginning to notice a similar issue with my 2010 accord EX v6. How shameful it is. 2008 Honda Accord Pistons, Rings & Connecting Rods. But it gets worse!! THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP HAS ASKED ME TO COME IN FOR THREE OIL CONSUMPTION TESTS SO FAR AND THEY ARE ASKING ME TO COME BACK FOR FOURTH. how do I join in on the lawsuit. 0000003206 00000 n and has not been this great of a burden. Selling party had used a local oil change business and kept complete records but got rid of them after sale and we are trying to get records with little success.Oil light came on for first of 2.5 quart low experiences, did not come on for the second, we were checking oil to send son back to school when we noticed the lack of oil on dip stick. The car felt like it was going to stall at idle and was runing very rough. I took it to my mechanic before purchasing it and it said it looked great, So I went ahead with the deal. My 2003 has 254K mi. Called Honda and they dont care one bit. Honda gets the details wrong..again. I am very disappointed in Honda over these issues! Noticed after my first oil change that I seemed low very quickly but thought maybe a one time mistake or something. Out of a Goodwill gesture, honda would pay for it if I paid a $500 deductible. I realized it had this problem around 62,000 miles. Oh, maybe then theyll settle a lawsuit. Needless to say, I put the rear breaks in and now Im using 1/2 qt of oil every 500 miles. Do you think I am correct or am I just being paranoid? Honda claimed that it was run with low oil for an extended period of time and that it is my fault this happened. I have also had spark plugs replaced twice within the year. After this large cost, would the engine give me 2 3 years further? When I came back to CA. I just got it back from Honda and they said it was just a fouled spark plug. Affiliate Disclosure: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. 0000003673 00000 n this will be the 3rd time taking my 2008 v6 into the shop for plugs 1,2 and 3 fouling. WOW I cant believe I found this website. If you make a purchase using Of course, this price range could be even higher if your engine is harder for the mechanic to access. I dont see any excessive smoke/white/blue. I brought it home a one week later the engine light was on. Honda Hell continues. Time will tell. Eventually the general public will realize that Honda Corporation, like so many other companies has become a horrible company, interested only in short term profits, cheating customers every chance they get! We live in Illinois & purchased our 2010 accord exl v-6 brand new in Dec. 2009. I also complained to the place where I take my car now not a Honda dealership. I took it to the dealership at first they said it was acceptable, that Hondas can burn up to 1/2 a quart every 1,000 miles. I will think twice about purchasing another one next time. The VSA light has come on a few time. I have 137,000 miles on my car and am using about a qt. What happens to us who may have gotten the car recently. I now have enough ammunition to fight this out should Honda refuse repairs. Last oil change was less than 6k ago and now Im getting another oil change. After 600 miles, the mechanical told me it was just down a little bit and that was normal. I dont know. rings (B). For those of you that continue to tolerate the issues regarding your Honda, please dont. This is a serious problem that Honda needs to recall and fix all vehicles with this issue. Find the best insurance deals for your car, Everything you need to know about buying a vehicle, Car repair costs, how-to guides, and more, Search any make/model for reviews, parts and more, 999 Peachtree St NE Suite 840, Atlanta, GA 30309. Our 2008 Accord XL is burning oil too. When I asked the dealership about the excessive oil usage the rep said it was normal. There answer: change your oil every 1k miles. First ? I will never ever buy another Honda. 0000004141 00000 n My sister bought me an accord V6 a few years ago, being a single mother and having owned previous Hondas I was set on getting just that for reliability and longevity. Honda accord 2.2l 1993, engine piston ring set by enginetech. Had the cam sensor replaced and it kept coming on. . Honda will not admit a problem nor can they fix it. Answer (1 of 6): I suggest a new bore kit. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of . Slowly and gradually, all your engine oil will leak into the cylinder, and you will witness a drop in your cars engine oil level. But, this 2008 has been a huge disappointment. What do I do now? Definitely get the boost leak addressed before going too much further; there is a good chance thats your issue. Thanks. $400 vs dealer cost of ????. The cost should come out around $300, but you'll have to do some of the work yourself. Dont get me wrong, I love my car and we are big Honda fans. He feigned ignorance. NOTE: If the piston is to be separated from the What am I suppose to do now? Bad spark plug #3 causing white smoke during acceleration from tail pipe. Just wondering where this oil is going? I know this isnt my fault and i cant afford a new car or even to replace engine on this car. I dont see how this could be within operating norms. The leather bubbles up and tearsit looks terrible. When the oil leaks, it gets mixed in the combustion process and will slowly leak into the cylinder, which causes a drop in your vehicles oil level, leading to poor performance and even engine failure. I checked other Honda vehicles which had the same problems. I purchased is used with 54,000 miles. v. American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Case No. My 2010 accord 2.4 L engine just went through a piston and ring replacement( 120,000 km). I pulled over and it was idling extremely roughly. Add me to the list! I mentioned the prevalence of the problem which is chronicled on the internet. Calls to Honda have been fruitless as well. I guess we wait and see. There was oil all over the engine compartment, undercarriage, passenger side, and road. Took it to a local repair shop, after careful diagnosis, the local mechanic told me that the timing chain is damaged, at least 1 cylinder and piston are gone along with the coil. You can do this by letting the engine stand on idle and carefully opening the oil cap. Had 97 Honda accord that I drove past 200 000 miles with no issue so I bought 08 Coup 4 cyl. I trusted Hondas brand. Details on how to file a claim coming soon. I am furious with how Honda has been handling this and I am selling my car right after repairs are complete. Shame on Honda for poorly handling this issue. 3 months and the car is burning oil at the same rates as before (1 qt every 1000milles), If Honda agrees to rebuilt your engines ensure they replace the engine block as their quick fix isn t working! The rings are causing excessive oil consumption which the muzzler will fix- as, I have considered the tuner/muzzler option, but from what I understand, it's a band aid and not a repair, I'm just worried that my rings may be damaged. . Additionally, you may need to replace other parts while taking the engine apart, and you may even have to redo the engine block. If Honda did not acknowledge the issue previously, how do I know they wont slap in new pistons and rings into a bad block? I cannot afford to fix it.. I have called Honda Canada, they also say it is normal. I didnt know about this law suit. The dealerships recognize the recall/oil problems and should fix them free. Details on how to file a claim coming soon. If I take this to the dealer will it be a covered repair? I also took the car into the dealership for an oil consumption test which is drive the car 1,000 miles and see if it burns a quart of oil . My car also uses a lot of oil and also had to have the brakes fixed and its still not right. I took the Accord in and they told me the plug was bad. As a result, the Accord oil defect forces consumers to constantly monitor oil levels in their vehicles and, worse, replace the oil at a rate far exceeding their reasonable expectations and will eventually incur bills for repairs of components damaged by the oils corrosive byproducts. Furthermore, the class action lawsuit continues, the defect causes premature fouling and requires the replacement of spark plugs further costs incurred by the vehicles owner. They suggested I use a the next oil up. I have a 2008 Accord that is consuming oil. I own a 2008 Accord EXL V6 and am having issues with oil consumption and engine misfiring. They need to add 2005 Honda Accord 4cyl to that list. Copyright 2023 Mechanic Base. I drove it from San Jose CA to Lincoln City Oregon to visit my cousin. Kept an eye on it since and i am going through roughly a quart every 1500 miles. Powertrain issues. Hey Charles! Every time I take my car in for the oil change it has been low on oilI honestley dont know what to do.I am also haveing problems with my leather on the arm rest..and on the driver side door. It is consuming oil at a rate of 1.5 quarts per 1,000 highway miles. Today we're finally reassembling the paramotor engine. This is our 4th Honda..very disappointed in the company. I myself purchased an 08 Accord and have had nothing but problems. Thought it might be leaking but it is not. Constantly changing out oil with engine starting to have issues. There is some sort of a technical bulletin issued by Honda Canada that they are aware of this issue and will replace pistons, rings etc. I am adding a quart of 5W-20 every two-three weeks. Add me to the list. Since 78k miles it started the oil burning; now at the rate of 1000 miles per quart (now 90k miles total). I called Honda, they said just checked your oil, everything is fine. Piston Rings Gasket Kit Set Spark Plug replacement For Honda Rancher TRX350 TRX 350 2000-2006 13101-HN5-670 . They said they would fix the car. Without warning, my car wont start and then I check the oil and there isnt any. Get a lot of people to literally haunt them and make their lives miserable. 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