I even called the Honda customer service of North America and they denied any help or wrong doing. Bought a new 2010 Accord V6 in March 2010, needed new engine before it had 56K miles on it. Im taking my 2008 Accord EX coupe in today for the 5th oil consumption test. Its time for Honda to stop pretending this is normal! Accord.. any updates? This is despicable. They checked my oil. They contacted my local Honda, who, in turn, asked me to come back and do another oil consumption test! Spoke to the dealer where I purchased my Honda Pre Certified 08 Accord LX-P about an VTC Actuator problem. I too has what thur the rear brake pads after less then 15,000 miles.. and dealer denied warranty before the lawsuite appeared to the public eyes.. Honda also has the first start up of the engine in the morning or after long no starting time and you hear that loud rattle for the first 5 seconds then the noise is gone.. Honda has a Service letter on that too..and they deny warranty for that too.. oh yes. Then said I had to have oil in my driveway which there is no oil whatsoever in my driveway or when the vehicle halted. I WILL NEVER EVER EVER BUY A HONDA AGAIN EVER. It is very distressing to hear that they are squandering such a hard earned and at one time, well deserved reputation for quality, reliability and superior value. Am gonna sue them s.o.bs to. Have it back to dealer that tried all kind of repair from oil sensor to the tightening heat shield. The first time was the oil warning light fairly early in the oils cycle. I fought and got partial win / 1/2 off new engine. I feel like Ive been cheated with this one. So long Honda. Shameful!! 2008-2011 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic . After talking to the Honda representative about getting me a new engine they said that they can replace the engine (do an engine short block) for $3,400. It has the four-cylinder VTEC engine that produces 190 hp. I would like further information on the class action suit! Now i have an almost new engine now. My mechanic cant see any leaks. This is criminal!!! No lights were left on or doors open but jumping the car worked. Not sure if I should go in and have all that replaced just out of good measure or let it be thoughts? and has not been this great of a burden. Looks like I am going to have to pay for my second VTC Accuator due to lack of oil. Now I am being told that the only other option is to have the internal seals replaced and rebuild the engine. I want to be added to this lawsuit!!!! I had my 2010 Honda Accord engine rebuilt a few years ago as a result of the Honda oil consumption issue. Needless to say it is last Honda in my family. Owned Hondas for the past 15 years. The oil light did not even com on either. I have a 2008 Honda Accord and am having the same exact issues. Honda dealership said I had a fouled cylinder 3 spark plug. I fear that the damage has already been done, scarring of the cylinder walls and pistons, which will cause a slower oil consumption. I have a 2008 Accord EX-L coupe and have been experiencing this since I bought the car. First to pressure Honda to step up and resolve your problem, and second, to let as many Honda owners and prospective owners as possible know that Honda is NOT a quality company! They covered about half the cost of a car rental, leaving me with an additional $376 expense. The sticker says I should have another 2000 miles before my next oil change and the indicator shows I have 70% oil life, yet not one drop of oil in the car! This means that my 2010 Honda Accord is protected up to about the end of 2017 or 125,000 miles. I have referred several people who have bought Hondas. My 2008 honda accord burns oil at an unually fast rate. So, if your Accord is burning oil, check if it's had its TSB work done. They said that they allow 1 quart of oil to be used by the engine per 1000 miles. (read the case very carefully: it is NOT a recall, and at the 11th hour they got all reference to oil consumption yanked from the case before it is settled; and, technically, if they replace plugs once you have received one recovery (see page 11 of case settlement.) now it lacks power and everything else, this sucks. I do not understand why Honda is ruining its reputation for quality by not dealing with this documented defect in a responsible manner. My 2003 Toyota Camry V6 with 204K on it just needed regular maintenance, oil change, tires,etc. We will call Honda to see what they say.Reading the comments above, Im not very optimistic. I have warranty but the dealer doesnt want to fix it. REALLY!! The head gasket was replaced twice on the new engine. Complete bullshit. Dealer also said 1 qt every 1,000 was normal. I am an owner of a 2008 HOnda Accord 4 cyl. 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. nothing on stick and oil at 50% on dash. I replaced one at about 100,000 miles. SERVICE BULLETIN - AMERICAN HONDA IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY COVERAGE ON THE PISTON RINGS AND PISTONS FOR 2008-11 ACCORD L4 TO 8 YEARS FROM THE ORIGINAL DATE OF PURCHASE OR 125,000 MILES,. Im happy with my new 2013 Accord so far. I love this car, until now. that reports on class action lawsuits, class action settlements, Mine is doing the same thing. Honda has lost all credibility with me. The oil was OVERFILLED so high that you couldnt get a reading on the dipstick! took it in for first test, told all good. Is there the same issue on the 6 cylinder? Lights always popping on. I am so frustrated, I bought a Honda because I thought I wouldnt have the issues with repairs. Honda dealers are as dis-honest as Honda themselves. 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 . I couldnt be more mad/disappointed. Now the oil life indicator doesnt say 15%-10%-5% any more when its low on oil, and the gauge is still at 80% oil life when its obviously much lower. The regional service manager was nasty and wouldnt help me. Reply catjam Additional comment actions Well this job is not a recall. Took my car in to the dealership and the told me its normal for a new car to smoke. None of them could identify or rectify the problem. Now when you run low on oil it stores a permanent code in the computer that cant be erased. To find out if your Honda has any outstanding recall or product update notices enter your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) below. Can I be added to this lawsuit? SAME PROBLEM. Same problems. Enroute, on I5, the Check Engine light came on. So stop thinking the dealership is acting against your benefit. We bought car from private party with no issue on car fax at 49000 miles now has 57000 miles. I just purchased it 4 months ago I already wanna get rid of it but Im stuck paying on it for 4.5 more years what a mistake I made Ive owned 6 Hondas and never had an issue till this one. Added oil and when it was time to change oil/filter it was 2 qts low again. Wow! They said that every one who has an issue and complain on a blog should call American Honda Corporation to complain so they can document each case. Its gotten to the point that I keep extra oil in my trunk to make sure Im never stranded alone. This is unbelievable. I am on a oil consumption study. I had specifically asked my salesman at what point I needed to change the oil. How many more tests do you need? Unfortunately this oil issue resulted in a slippage of my timing chain and serious valve damage. I am hoping Honda will fix and pay for repairs as this should not be happening. It currently has 50,000 truly gentle miles on it from a 51 year Grandmother. From searching the web I found many people that had the oil consumption problem fixed by replacing the SHORT BLOCK. Honda has a serious design flaw in the 2008 6 cylinder Honda Accord engine and will not own up to it. They put new engine block in car , car is still Just received a recall for "The piston rings may be sticking resulting in high oil consumption", im assuming this problem does not apply to every accord because mine does not consume oil abnormally. So, fo course I was not checking the oil. 08 honda accord with vetch motor make loud noise in top of engine when car is started. Resulted 165 to 170 psi within service limit of 134.8 psi. After all the extended warranty on the oil defect was only offered because someone else took the time to fight back! I have a 2009 honda accord EXLbought it brand new with 28 miles on it. The last time I stopped by the dealer was before this letter came to me. I have a radiator leak too and thats prob a result of the cat backup.. Now for 9 months been taking my car in complaining of a reving noise between 1st & 2nd gearthe shuttle driver told me I needed to learn how to check my oil now they want to tear the engine apart. Bought my 2008 Accord in 2008. My 2009 Accord now burns a full quart every other fillup. 08 Honda Accord,4 cyl Major Mechanical Problem with Engine, Sticking Piston Rings. I just had my mechanic check over the engine and found no leaks. We had to add 3 qts to make it show full. My 2010 Honda accord EX had this exact issue in 2012 after 50K miles. Pulled over and checked everything and drove it on home. And post your problem EVERYWHERE for two reasons. I too have to keep spare oil in my car at all times. I then proceeded to do the waste of time oil consumption test. Talk about the best acr in the world. It eats tires and brakes and has an internal oil leak (assumed). Added a whole quart of oil. also i mentioned to the service representative about the service bulletin 12-087 and he said that the service bulletin only applies to cars that are under warranty. No need to pay for tests. Thank you Alex Soto & Vince Eagen, we are very grateful. Thank you for any and all help! I am going to drive it until it starts burning oil again and I wont be buying another Honda. I fill 2 qts every 2000 miles. Owned a CRV for a number of years. That worked, temporarily. Ihave a 2008 honda accord and thought I was buying the best car on the road.. What I have is the a 3 quart oil burner every 3000 miles that my local dealership says is normal BS. Privacy Policy | They made a call to honda letting them know that I am losing too much oil and now honda is telling me that I need to show proof of all my oil changes since I bought my car to prove that I have been maintains my car. Im done with Honda. Honda offering to extend warranty on the piston ring update repair for I4s to 8 years / 125,000 Miles. I wonder if were getting the right reading on the dip stick. I said heck no Im not paying $1000 just to see if Honda will cover this KNOWN ISSUE! Yup oil level WAY up. Oil consumption problem! More than likely, the paint will fade later due to the top coat being defective. I too have to keep spare oil in my trunk. They would not give me a loaner car, and took SEVENTEEN DAYS to complete the repair. Since then everytime I get an oil change the tec tells me I am very low on oil. Was told to just change the oil at 5k instead of the maintenance minder. They will do the consumption test, but they swear ALL 4 cylinders-Honda,Toyota,Nissan,Ford, Volvo etc use 1 qt of oil every 1,000 miles. I called the dealership and they said to add oil. Honda states it is NORMAL to add a quart or so every 1000 miles. I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM WITH MY 2010 HONDA ACCORDIT BEGAN WHEN THE OIL LIGHT WENT ON AND I ALWAYS FOLLOWED THE DEALERS INSTRUCTIONS HAVING IT CHANGED BY THEM AT 20 PERCENT -IT WAS VERY LOW AND WHEN I WENT TO THE DEALER,THEY TOLD ME THAT I SHOULD BE CHECKING IT REGULARLYWHAT A JOKEI THOUGHT THAT WAS OVER YEARS AGO WHEN I HAD MY 57 CHEVYTHIS IS MY FIRST HONDAMY SON TALKED ME INTO ITI ALWAYS BOUGHT TOYOTA CAMRYSI AM VERY DISAPPOINTED. Hi im having a problem with my accord 08 v6 coupe with only 55k miles on it. I check the oil every week and it seems like it eats more oil later in the life of the oil change. I couldnt believe it so i rechecked several times, no oil. At 88K miles, I noticed the metal grinding noise upon startup. It's a warranty extension for oil consumption. We shall see I checked the oil level after they did the oil change and it was well above the maximum mark on the dipstick. First and last honda I will ever buy. Legends Honda service men know its not norma,l but they have to go by the Hondas protocol. Out of warranty and still a year left to pay on th car, I am begging for them to at least loan me a car while the attempt to find out why my car is burning 3 quarts of oil in 800 miles. 2010 Honda Accord the car started using oil right away. But they only chose to do the repair that way because it guaranteed them that dealers would be rid of unhappy customers after exactly one visit and not because it was mechanically necessary. You really cant check the level on the dipstick enough. I am doing my best to fight their feeble response to this problem. Once again the lawyers win. Its over 2 quarts oil low . I wont know the diagnosis of mine until I return to the US at the end of July. I have records of my oil changes and notations of when I took my vehicle with my oil consumption issues. I thought my 2008 accord oil burning is an isolated problem. What are my options? here are the facts. Only 39000kms on it. Have a 2009 Honda Accord, having the same issues as everyone else, using excessive amounts of oil, I have an appointment at the dealership. Extremely disappointed. I am very disappointed with honda I still owe about 4000 dollars on the vehicle.How do I join in the class action law suit. Purchased a used 2008 Accord EX-L v6, with 24000 miles on it, Having the same problems as everyone has already mentioned. It was then that I noticed my car was burning too much oil. Yesterday the spark plugs became fouled and misfired for the first time. I doubt Honda would sell many cars if they added that to the window sales sticker of a car boasting gas milage of 32mpg. I have 16,000 miles on the new car and have been in the shop each month for a day to fix or check on wheel bearings to rear defroster. Ive had this issue on my 2009 Honda Accord V6 EX-L (currently 72K miles) with multiple repairs. We live in Illinois & purchased our 2010 accord exl v-6 brand new in Dec. 2009. I own a Honda Accord 2008. THE DEALERSHIP DENIED ANY KNOWLEDGE OF THIS CONSISTENT PROBLEM. The rate that Honda says is acceptable 1 qt in 1000k would mean I would use the entire volume of my crankcase between oil changes. I was reimbursed but only because I caught the mistake. Official recalls have been issued for the 2011 Honda Accord by the NHTSA. 3- if you are lucky to fall into the extended warranty and approved for the fix, since Honda is paying for the labor and the part for the engine, take the advantage and save on the labor fee and just pay for some optional parts from your pocket and ask them to replace them for you labor-free like, drive belt, timing chain (2 chains), V-teck, tensioner ( total about $500) you are saving over $600 on labor if you want to replace them later. Im so sick of honda. The TSB that Honda released stating that it is normal to use a quart of oil to 1000 miles is insulting, disappointing and completely untrue! Dealership did oil consumption tests at next 2 oil changes and result was within Honda specs. That would take me up to 12 months and will pass 8 yrs warranty. I got the same letter a few weeks ago about oil consumption. Dont know why, or how it happened, but I didnt pay a penny. My sister has sworn by honda & has one with over 200.000 miles & it doesnt use oil. Same sad story here. I keep a case of Mobil 1 in the trunk now. We also had thecomputer software update. You must contact the Have spent a lot of time with local Honda Dealer. It has been a Houdini mystery until tonightwhen I decided to Google 2008 Honda accord 4 cylinder oil issues. I changed my oil about 700 miles ago. A month after that the alternator just died like from nothing!!! Then I brought my car into the HOnda dealership and they put me on this oil consumption test. No.3 cylinder failed and a part of center electrode and insulator nose were gone. Im wanting to take the car back to the dealer to where I brought it, and have whatever needs to be fixed? Ready to throw in the towel , every 1000 miles put in oil !! Reference TSB No. I put a qt. The dealership won't do anything unless your car is burning oil and only after you pay them for an oil consumption testbasically you get your oil changed at the dealership and then go back every 1000 miles so they can monitor itthe final decision isn't up to you. Doing oil consumption test now. Keeps telling me my dealer is going to contact me when they have the tools to fix it. My car also uses a lot of oil and also had to have the brakes fixed and its still not right. I am extremely pissed and upset with this matter. I have a 2010 Honda Accord that is using oil on a regular basis. if they find your car qualifies. The oil light or maintance minder does not come on. 2010 Honda accord did have same issues with oil burning. Two rings to hold back combustion fumes and the other holds and direct engine oil where it should go in the vehicle. Add me to the lawsuit! My paint is crap (from no fault of my own), VTC problems, high oil consumption, and $$$ Not much of a reliable car like they used to be. My car currently has 66,000 miles and I just had oil change at dealer on 4/10. It is currently under oil consumption test. I have been getting lot of engine grinding noise since 90,000 miles and lots of oil consumption. Im worried the excessive oil consumption is destroying the engine longevity. Lets go buy a GM product and we can sue them during the next recall!! even if 1000 miles and one quart is considered normal, should it be if you claim to have a quality vehicle? Wow! Ended up having to replace the engine- extended warranty would not cover the cost due to it being a known problem. I have been suffering from the same problem. bout to go to court and try and get rest refunded. Took the car back and am now facing a $4000 repair for a cracked cylinder head. This is my 6th Honda-probably my LAST!!! I told the service person at the dealership about it and he confirmed that the VTEC causes misfires if the oil is low. We also had problems with the tires having to be replaced prematurely. Should I join the Class action suit and if yes, how? For those of you that continue to tolerate the issues regarding your Honda, please dont. I also own a 2008 accord, and around 70k it started burning oil at approx. I have the same issue as everyone else. I SHOULD HAVE KEEP MY 03 SS IMPALA NEVER HAD ANY THING GO WRONG WITH IT I JUST GOT A 08 HONDA V6 AN IT MAKE NOSE LIKE ITS GOING TO THROW A ROD SOUNDS LIKE THE LIFTERS ARE KNOCKING WHAT A PICE OF SH,,,,,T . When I asked if they would buy a car that would use 1 qt every 1,000 the service manager said sure, I have one, no problem. I kept up all the maintences and had no problems until about 55k. Now a fourth sparkplug has fouled and am replacing almost 3 qts oil between oil changes. Got the warranty extension for the piston and piston rings. I am waiting for Honda to step up and offer a resolution. I have a 2008 Honda Accord that is experiencing this defect. My dealer is talking about replacing pistons, rings etc. Have had the same issue, but burning more than a quart per thousand miles. Honda said my car uses 1quart every 750miles, and I waiting to hear back to see how much assistance I will be given for the nearly 3,000 dollar estimate. Please add me to the settlement. I would take my car to the closer Honda Dealership to my home. I have 72000 miles on my car. I have a 2008 Honda Accord. Please add me to this lawsuit so we can force Honda to legally fix our cars! Updated 02/24/15*bf Honda Hell continues. The converters were also ruined by excessive oil flow in the exhaust. 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. Details on how to file a claim to receive reimbursement for repair costs can be found, UPDATE 4: Reimbursements from the Honda Engine Misfire Class Action Settlement, Honda Accord Oil Defect Class Action Lawsuit, Honda has agreed to a class action lawsuit settlement, http://www.driveaccord.net/forums/51-8th-generation/383330-misfortune-my-accord-2008-2-4l-2nd-cylinder-no-pressure.html, http://topclassactions.com/lawsuit-settlements/lawsuit-news/23055-honda-engine-misfire-class-action-settlement-gets-final-ok/, http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/WebX/.f169a0d?displayRecent, Abbott baby formula recall lawsuit investigation, American Tuna false advertising class action lawsuit investigation. I checked the motor oil level and there was not much left. My 2008 Honda Accord began a grinding, winding and knocking noise in the engine all around the same time. I have a 2009 V-6 Ex-L Honda Accord. I WILL never buy another Honda and tell people why. Powertrain issues. I need informatin to join class action suit as well due to lack of true effort on Hondas part as honoring the power train warranty on vehicle. I bought my Honda Accord Coupe EX-L brand new in 2010. Service manager at the dealer said I need a new block, but he needs authorization to perform work. They did the oil consumption teste already and know want me to pay $800 to open the engine to identify the cause of the problem. I feel that I have been totally ripped off with this car. When my oil light came on the first time, I had just had my oil changed. Same ole storyoil is going right out tailpipe you can see the black carbon on muffler Im using a quart every 1 thousand miles forcing me to constantly monitor the oil or risk seizing the enginecant afford to replace the car or I would plus dealers are aware of the problem so they offer you very little on your trade. According to letter it covers my vin number. Hi Folks, my car is currently undergoing the repair under warranty. I have a 2010 Honda Accord v6 ex-l. Honda just rebuilt the motor because of the oil consumption problem. driveaccord.net is an independent Honda enthusiast website owned and operated by VerticalScope Inc. I just bought a pre-owned certified 2009 Honda Accord EX L Coupe with 18,000 miles. My wife and I just went to the local Honda dealer and had the spark plugs replaced for our 2008 Honda Accord V6 because of this issue. I repeat this is a 4 cylinder accord. Go to Cars.com Service & Repair to find a local Honda dealer. that means one more year of additional coverage. Thanks, Ive had the same issue since I bought my 08 accord used, no one could tell me what was wrong with my car. Got a 2010 Honda Accord EXL v6 131,000 miles check engine came on ! Is there anyway I can get involved with this lawsuit? They told me that I had to have them change oil on my car and check back every 1,000 miles for 6x for consumption test. Have oil rest done. 2009 Honda Accord EXL and I am experiencing the same oil consumption problem. No engine light ever came on and no other errors. Last oil cycle car started making noise. Its going in for a short block and rings again in a couple days. I constantly have to check oil and also take to the dealership to top off since it is constantly running low. 3 consumption tests and now theyll repair They want me to participate to the tune of $500, because its being fixed as goodwill. Still waiting to get maintenance records to let Honda try to use fine print to beat warranty, some things are just too obvious. The rings were seized tight from carbon build up. Honda says this is normal and to just add 1 quart of oil at each fillup. What should I do now? I should have never been charged for anything but the oil change. The car now was 50k. Recently, she told me the car would run rough and \rev up\ from time to time. The VSA light has come on a few time. I pushed and pushed and they have now had it for 2 weeks. Honda, what is up with your Accord? Jennifer, you should go to your dealer and mention how much oil is being consumed. I am totally frustrated with my 2008 Honda Accord! Burning through the oil. our 2008 Honda ody doesnt have the active engine management, so far so good but now I know will check oil regularly we have 78k. Oil doesnt stop consuming though. after doing numerous oil consumption tests and trips to the dealer, to my surprise Honda Canada agreed to rebuilt the engine ( rings and pistons only). I avoided the class action suit on the rear brake issue. I have sworn by Hondas for years. Totally bummed, disappointed and broke!!! Have repetitively been told by my dealership that it is normal to have no measurable oil left if I dont get my oil changed at least every 3000 miles, which is insulting to my intelligence. My 2008 Honda Accord LX is currently in for service on the exact issues mentioned here. BS honda should honor their name . 2009 Accord EXL, 2nd Accord. Want to charge me $4000 to replace piston rings that what cause the misfire! Fed up. Since I am retired and have lots of time on my hands, and a strong believe the fighting back is the only way to get justice this will become my hobby. My engine warning list is constantly on now for a week. 750$ to replace. The car left us stranded yesterday and had to be towed. Called American Honda and opened case yet they will not do anything for me. I cannot write my reply but I told him I wanted it documented and I would be back in 500 miles. There was no oil in it. Just had to add 2 1/2 qts again this oil cycle at 50% on the dash. Well, they would not budge on warranty. I have a 2010 Honda Accord and it is burning oil constantly. Sit for an hour or more at the dealership, while they are smart enough to check the dipstick. What gets me is that I worked three years of high school at the local grocer mad saved to buy my first car cash. I opt out to not buy the extended warranty because I thought its a Honda, it will go forever. At 2500 miles my oil light flickered and I took it in to have the oil changed. I have changed the oil in this vehicle every 3000 miles. I was getting oil changes every month. Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2012 Honda Accord and Pilot, 2010 Accord Crosstour, 2001-2011 Civic, 2002-2011 CR-V, 2003-2004, 2006-2008 and 2011 Element, 2007 and 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2012 Insight, 2002-2004 Odyssey, and 2012 Ridgeline vehicles.The front passenger air bag may have been installed incorrectly during replacement. Obviously the flaws inherent in this motor are caused by the owner/driver. ?thank you for any info. I reciently changed the oil and put 4 quarts of new oil in. It only has 17000 miles on it! This may be due to faulty piston rings and faulty powertrain control module software. I have a 2010 Honda Accord with 25,000 miles that needs an estimated $10,000 worth of repairs, including a new engine, two catalytic converters, cylinder heads, and miscellaneous parts. I own a 2010 accord coupe ex-l with a 2.4 l engine. I bought a Honda because I thought it was a good car. My 09 engine rattles on a cold start. and low and behold it was gone. At around 65k miles, I began to notice greater oil consumption. When I confronted Bob Howard Honda about this they did back track and agree it was covered. I was told that these engine have a computer software upgrade that make that engine be leaner on gas. Would like to know how the lawsuit is going and if honda will accept its mistake. Got new person involved and we were told to get maintenance records after we first told Honda would probably change engine as opposed to repairing.