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#14 of 44 Re: 2008 Accord Sedan Steering Wheel shakes [golfrski] by nednj36 Jul 08, 2008 (5:22 am)
Replying to: golfrski (Jul 07, 2008 1:54 pm) if you do in fact have the dreaded wheel shimmy/ steering wheel vibration between 50-70 mph, do you notice it varying day to day? Such as hot/cold related, some days worse than others, some days barely noticable or different speed ranges? Replies to this message: palmcoastg35 (Jul 08, 2008 6:57 am) nednj36 (Jul 08, 2008 9:16 am) golfrski (Jul 08, 2008 3:14 pm) nednj36 (Jul 09, 2008 2:46 pm) and 1 more... nednj36 (Jul 31, 2008 6:10 am)
#15 of 44 Re: 2008 Honda Accord Coupe V6 Wheel Vibration [palmcoastg35] by nednj36 Jul 08, 2008 (5:26 am)
Replying to: palmcoastg35 (May 09, 2008 12:32 pm) could be an issue similar to the 2004-2006 Nissan Maxima. "Excessive Slide Force" in the steering rack/undersized steering rack for the 18" wheels on the SE models. My friend had the problem and said that they installed a larger, sturdier rack for the '07/'08 models. You think Nissan would step up and replace the racks for the '04-'06 customers, but with competition & profit margins shrinking, auto makers are only oiling the squeaky wheels these days. Make sure your squeak is high pitched!
#16 of 44 Re: 2008 Accord Sedan Steering Wheel shakes [nednj36] by palmcoastg35 Jul 08, 2008 (6:57 am)
Replying to: nednj36 (Jul 08, 2008 5:22 am) It is very noticeable at speeds from 60 - 70 mph. I reside in Florida and temperature is usually very hot. It does not happen under the above mentioned speeds. The dealers rotated the tires, did a wheel balance and said Honda was aware of this problem. With only 2500 miles on the Accord Coupe, things like this should not occur. I am very disgusted about the whole situation. Replies to this message: nednj36 (Jul 08, 2008 9:16 am) golfrski (Jul 08, 2008 3:14 pm) nednj36 (Jul 09, 2008 2:46 pm) palmcoastg35 (Aug 01, 2008 3:33 am) nednj36 (Jul 31, 2008 6:10 am)
#17 of 44 Re: 2008 Accord Sedan Steering Wheel shakes [palmcoastg35] by nednj36 Jul 08, 2008 (9:16 am)
Replying to: palmcoastg35 (Jul 08, 2008 6:57 am) I agree. totally unacceptable. I cannot imagine staying in this lease for 35 more months with this condition.
#18 of 44 Re: 2008 Accord Sedan Steering Wheel shakes [palmcoastg35] by golfrski Jul 08, 2008 (3:14 pm)
Replying to: palmcoastg35 (Jul 08, 2008 6:57 am) I am too Palm. its very disturbing and in my case nothing honda will me so far.. keep taking it back under warranty is my only advice until they either fix it our find a suitable solution. big drag I know.. I am sick about ours, just sick about it. you will find solice at some level int he VCM forum I think... they are related Honda told me. Replies to this message: nednj36 (Jul 09, 2008 2:46 pm) palmcoastg35 (Aug 01, 2008 3:33 am) nednj36 (Jul 31, 2008 6:10 am)
#19 of 44 Re: 2008 Accord Sedan Steering Wheel shakes [golfrski] by nednj36 Jul 09, 2008 (2:46 pm)
Replying to: golfrski (Jul 08, 2008 3:14 pm) it must have something to do with VCM-light alloys-poor OEM tires-poor steering rack-bad brake rotors. My shimmy is barely evident some days and horrible other days. Always varying speed ranges depending on ambient temps.    I would guess that certain Accord VCM's kick in prematurely or tardilly and aggrevate the harmonics of the wheel/tire revolution. steering rack, drive axles, rotors, or a combination of these. Interesting finding the other day;   I drove about 100 feet with the emergency brake fully engaged, then road another 100 feet with one foot on the brake and the other on the accelerator (figured I would true the rotors a little) then de-activated the VSA. It eliminated shimmy for a few miles, and when the shimmy returned it was below 45 mph which is rare in my case   It could also be that the ECM/VCM needs a software update or a re-flash to it   good luck Replies to this message: palmcoastg35 (Aug 01, 2008 3:33 am)
#20 of 44 Has anyone had their wheel vibration issue corrected? by nednj36 Jul 31, 2008 (6:00 am)
I took delivery in April and have had the wheel shimmy/suspension issue since day one. Four visits to the svc. dept since, and this is what was done:   1. Spin balance-- not corrected 2. Road force balance on Hunter GS9700 machine-- not corrected 3. Wheel & tire replacement, Hunter balance and four wheel alignment-- not corrected 4. Wheel & tire replacement again, road force balance, tire pressure adjustment to 35psi-- not corrected   The car seems ok (shimmy somewhat noticable, but not horrible) for 1-2 days, then it returns ferociously. I'm at my wits end. A case was opened with Honda Motor Corp. between visits 3 & 4. They are slow in responding and basically treating the issue casually. The dealer had implied that they would get me out of the V-6 and into the 4 cyl. with the same payment. Later on after conferring with other staff, they offered me the 4 cyl. at a lease payment of $160/mo. more than I pay now (flat out insult!)   I'm on the cusp of Lemon Law. Has anyone pursued this? Has anyone gotten their shimmy corrected? If so, what was the fix? Replies to this message: golfrski (Jul 31, 2008 8:22 am) effers (Sep 16, 2008 7:12 pm) palmcoastg35 (Sep 17, 2008 6:11 am) golfrski (Sep 17, 2008 5:41 pm)
#21 of 44 Re: 2008 Accord Sedan Steering Wheel shakes [golfrski] by nednj36 Jul 31, 2008 (6:10 am)
Replying to: golfrski (Jul 08, 2008 3:14 pm) any correction or resolve with Honda Corp. or dealer? Is the car better, worse, or the same? What operations have they attempted so far?
#22 of 44 Re: Has anyone had their wheel vibration issue corrected? [nednj36] by golfrski Jul 31, 2008 (8:22 am)
Replying to: nednj36 (Jul 31, 2008 6:00 am) Call the BBB AUTO LINE and file a complaint. be prepared to demonstrate more than 3 attempts to repair the vibration ... I am going to save you months of heart ache here......... save the stress and call them for advice and assistance. The vibration will NOT go away no matter how many tires you swap (in my personal opinion) be there done that.
#23 of 44 Re: 2008 Accord Sedan Steering Wheel shakes [nednj36] by palmcoastg35 Aug 01, 2008 (3:33 am)
Replying to: nednj36 (Jul 09, 2008 2:46 pm) If you don't mind what state do you live in? I live in Florida and this started the day I picked up the the car and Honda has tried to fix the problem. I have to agree with you about it happening on some days and better on others.   I still get the shimmy and vibration in the rear but the dealer has been working to try and fix the problems. What can we do?   I would be curious to find out just how many people are experiencing this throughout the country?   Thanks - PalmCoastG35

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