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2008 Honda Accord Problems
by elliott2
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Nov 20, 2008 (4:21 pm)
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While the fit and finish on this car is attractive, the quality is not up to Honda's past vehicles. I have the misfortune of having the 2008 V6. Why Honda would screw up what was a velvet smooth engine for an engine that by design cannot help but vibrate (otherwise there wouldn't be a need for the liquid filled, computer controlled engine mounts and active noise cancellation system). It's clear that Honda is aware of the problem as they decided to not bring the engine over to the Acura TL.
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- #1932 of 2179
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Re: 2008 Honda Accord Problems [elliott2]
by dpmeersman
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Nov 20, 2008 (5:53 pm)
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Replying to: elliott2 (Nov 20, 2008 4:21 pm)
While in agreement that this six lacks the smoothness & finesse of the previous Accord six, many current sixes have lost that smoothness as they've grown in displacement. This particular six even more so as the devices engineered to make it's variable displacement as transparent as possible fail to achieve that goal on some occasions. But the 2 cars are marketed to different segments and the lack of torque or narrow torque band on the VCM six would be a bad fit for the TL, which is marketed as a sport sedan not a family sedan where the additional fuel economy appeals to that buyer. The TL does have active noise cancellation. Despite it's shortcomings, I'm more pleased than displeased with my 08 EX-L V6 and feel that it's about as good as it gets for the 25K to 28K you pay. If they made perfect cars in this price range why would anyone pay more. Factor in it's reliability and resale values and for under 30K it's a pretty sweet ride.
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- #1933 of 2179
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Re: 2008 Honda Accord Problems [dpmeersman]
by elliott2
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Nov 21, 2008 (2:34 pm)
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Replying to: dpmeersman (Nov 20, 2008 5:53 pm)
I wish I could say the same about my 08 EX-LNAV V6. It's nowhere near perfection and is downright annoying between the vibration and the surging on the highway. Even at speeds as low as 25 mph, the car vibrates when the engine is running on a lower number of cylinders. As far as the reliability and resale values, let's hope you're right. Not so sure this particular year model year will retain its resale value, particularly since, according to Consumer Reports, the Accord has been elbowed out of the top echelon by other more compelling cars in the same price range.
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- #1934 of 2179
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VCM problem with the V6 Accord
by goltr_man
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Nov 26, 2008 (12:08 pm)
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I have owned my 2009 V6 Accord for several months and 2000 miles and the VCM system makes the car seems schizophrenic. With or without the cruise being on the engine can't decide whether it wants to be a 6, 4, 3 cylinder and each time it changes you can feel the lag or surge. I have call the Honda Customer Care number 800-999-1009 filed a complaint. I have owned seven Honda’s over the years and as much as I like all the rest of this car I leave it home on long drives and that our CRV. I have read many complaints on many different websites and I suggest to all of you, please take your complaint up with Honda where if enough of us complain then maybe they will fix the issue. To me this can be corrected by a computer upgrade. The chips on the computer board can be alter if need be. When enough of us make it clear to Honda that this is not expectable than maybe we will see action! To spend $30K and not enjoy the car is very sad and for sure will make me think outside of Honda next time. I am very honest with anyone who asks me about the Accord. Okay enough said, please call the number above!
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- #1935 of 2179
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Re: VCM problem with the V6 Accord [goltr_man]
by stevecar
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Dec 01, 2008 (5:25 am)
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Replying to: goltr_man (Nov 26, 2008 12:08 pm)
I am a long time Honda Acura owner(many since 1981). I am looking to replace our 05 TL with an Accord and have been checking out these boards. I also own an 07 CRV.
I asked a friend who has an 08 V6 Accord how she likes it and if there was any problems. She said she loves it except for the surging that occurs from time to time. It's her first Honda and she just racks it up to that's the way the car is.
We have decided that if we get the 09 Accord it will be a 4 cylinder.
Even though the number of buyers complaining may not make up a large group, there obviously is something wrong.
BTW, in the NY Times Sunday it said there was a TSB on the power steering pump on 07 CRV's. If yours is an 07, be aware of it.
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Re: VCM problem with the V6 Accord [stevecar]
by goltr_man
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Dec 01, 2008 (9:47 am)
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Replying to: stevecar (Dec 01, 2008 5:25 am)
I just got off the phone with a Honda customer service rep. and although he was very nice and concerned that I wasn't happy with my V6 Accord he did admit that Honda is not currently doing anything about it. I told him that as much as I love Honda's and like everything else about the car I am very upset to have paid $30K and don't want to drive it. My CRV is an 08 and I think it is great. I told him I would do everything in my power using the internet to get upset Accord owners to file their complaint with Honda. He agreed that if enough complaints come in then Honda with certainly try to fix this issue. Thanks for your reply and if you go 4 cylinder I am sure you will love the car. Most guys would swap out a 4 for an 8 but maybe I should go the other way! Ha. Thanks again.
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Thanks for the Heads Up
by jimduncan
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Dec 09, 2008 (6:11 pm)
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I plan to buy in the next week and had narrowed my choices to 3 cars, one of which was the Accord V6. After reading this forum, I am no longer considering the Accord. I know it doesn't help those who are already having problems, but it stopped me from making a mistake and maybe Honda will pay more attention if buyers like myself start staying away because of this problem.
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Re: Thanks for the Heads Up [jimduncan]
by houdini1
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Dec 09, 2008 (8:01 pm)
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Replying to: jimduncan (Dec 09, 2008 6:11 pm)
OK so what else was in the running and what did you end up with? Did you actually drive the Accord for yourself, and if so, what were your impressions?
After reading about these problems I don't think I would opt for the Accord v6 either.
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Re: Thanks for the Heads Up [houdini1]
by jimduncan
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Dec 10, 2008 (6:16 am)
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Replying to: houdini1 (Dec 09, 2008 8:01 pm)
Houdini, I did drive the '09 V6. The Eco light comes on & off a lot, both on the freeway and in city driving, at least for my driving style. I occasionally felt a slight bump when it went on/off - I would describe it as being similar to a smooth 4-5 upshift. If I were 100% sure that is all it would ever do, I'd be fine with it. But the problems described here are too much for me to ignore. I'd kick myself if I got one & had these problems later.
Other cars considered are '08 TL and '09 TSX. Leaning toward the '09 TSX because of its amazing technology and awesome sound system, but I'm still in the heat of negotiations and am flexible.
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Re: Reply from Honda [anthonyy]
by goltr_man
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Dec 10, 2008 (6:58 am)
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Replying to: anthonyy (Nov 14, 2008 10:02 am)
Just sending all the messages on this board or any other would carry very little weight with Honda, but if each of us called them and complained then they would know that they had hundreds or many more customers with this problem. My work relates to computers and has done for 30+ years and I know this can be corrected by a computer chip upgrade at very low cost to Honda. So please call their Customer Care number. Thanks.
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