California consumers may exercise their CCPA rights here. At that time the car had only about 43,000 miles on it. . We bought a 2009 Honda Accord brand new in July 2009, at 90,000 miles I lost all of my oil at only 60% oil life used. It had fallen below the full mark. Do not add oil, let them do it. Car is currently at the dealership. 2008 honda accord 4cyl 88,000 miles and cant keep oil in it. Back to old reliable GM and Ford for us. They said Yes. i put minimum 4 quarts of oil in my care every 3 weeks or so. Theyve never resolved the issue. It needs a quart every approx 1,000 miles. I have a 2003 Honda accord lx 2.4 sedan that has the same oil consumption problem and has had it for years. Current car uses 2+ quarts every 4-5000 miles and there is no leak, just consumption - black exhaust pipes. Obviously, I am under the warrantied millage and year limit. So either my Honda oil is GROWING on its own, or they overfilled my Accord with oil, so after it burned a quart or two, the oil level still wouldnt register as low! This is our 5th Honda will NOT BUY ANOTHER. I am the 3rd owner of this car. I was planning on having this Accord for a long time but I am very concerned about its longevity. Including myself we are all jerked (trying to be civil, but you know what I really mean).. .lets think about this.. multiple years..all models..how many did they sell??? This has happened twice already. I have a 2009 Honda accord LX burning oil every 1000 miles. The 6 cyl vehicles are getting repairs regardless of mileage. What can I do? In addition, even if they fix the problem, or your car has not developed the problem by the time the extended warranty expires, what is the resale value of a car with a known defect? I wont go into some of our initial problems with the car but had no issues with the engine UNTIL about a year ago at about 185,000 miles. What do I do wait until something breaks or can the problem be resolved before then? I would like to be added to the list. I bought my 2008 Honda Accord in October 2007 and its been burning oil since the first oil change. Decide which cookies you want to allow. Honda EX-L 6 Cylinder burns a 1/2 quart every 200-300 miles. the potential for war over oil and the negative environmental effects of emissions will be greater than ever before. Im having the same problem 09 honda accord the mechanic now said it was overheating and the engine blown now we have to pay 1700 that we dont have. Are these related? My Honda did the same exact thing and it is a 2003 Honda Accord EX. Appreciate info. Honda has used this engine in Accord,. Now, how can I be part of this? I also own a 2009 Honda Accord 4-cylinder. Now I find out my 08 Accord 68k mi may have the same problem also. I went through the oil consumption test and refused to complete another. Please help. I own a 2008 Accord V6 EX. I was just wondering whatever happened to your car consuming oil, since I have the same model and year car and its burning oil. Required fields are marked *. High engine oil consumption. They checked the car for leaks and the mechanic was baffled. In the case of internal engine parts, like piston rings, unless you're an experienced DIYer, it may be best to leave this option to the mechanic. Is there a class action on this problem? Honda Civic, Accord, and Prelude as well as the Acura Integra. When are the 4 cyl. This issue was found on both the 4Cylinder and the V6 models, regardless of the mileage. They started an oil consumption test at 118,778 miles ( oil change ) that I had paid out of pocket for and expected to bring back 1,000 miles later or if the oil ran low first. Dec 4, 2010. Luckily we could pull it over and found some help, or it would be a disaster if entering mountain area where would be difficult to find help. 1 qt every 2000 miles on a four year old commutermobile is perfectly normal and healthy. Have had it back for about two weeks. They are going to do this in the car without honing or boring the cylinders so Im very skeptical about the longevity and quality of this procedure. when available to be included. I understand the class action suite excluded 4 cylinders. I would like to receive information please as to what to do next. 2010 Honda Accord 2011 Honda Accord The problem: Under certain operating conditions, the engine in certain Accords may develop deposits on the piston's oil control rings, which may lead. He advises either to ask the dealer if same is still under warranty or else had to replace engine. Had the software update back in 2011 but this did nothing. Car oil consumption is way too quick to where Ive have to add an extra 2 qrts. What is the next step to get compensation? First off, for a dealer service rep to tell anyone that a quart of oil every 1,000 miles is normal or acceptable is BS! My 2008 Accord 4 cylinder engine uses about 1 qt/1000 miles. I have a four cylinder 2009 Honda Accord EX-L with 88,000 miles. Three times of which I have been charged to fix it myself. Some Honda Accords produced between 2008 and 2013 suffered from an excessive amount of oil consumption. Honda told me that it was just good will, now I will have to pay $8k for another engine. thank you. I bought four Hondas from that dealer over the last 30 years. Calling dealership on tomorrow and demand a 2014 replacement engine, apparently this will resolve this oil consumption issue. 2008 Accord EX 4Cyl with identical problems. I'm looking for recourse to get reimbursed for the spark plug replacements and consideration under the class action lawsuit. I do feel very uncomfortable with the lack of service I have received concerning this issue that so many Honda owners are having, as well. I would ask Honda to fix my car's high oil consumption problem. Ask your Honda dealer. I change my own oil every 3000 miles and have to add 2+ quarts before it hits 2000 miles. Realized about a month ago I am burning 1 qt oil every 500 miles. Thank you, Nancy, Excessive oil usage and now the VTC gear. I would like to be included in this if I can or what can I do about this problem? Same problem. I have a 2010 Honda 4 cylinder accord with 51K miles. See TSBs and recalls for the Honda Accord. It had only been 4,000 miles since the last oil change. This is ridiculous. In order to qualify for a new engine, however, I have to do an oil consumption test. Get notified about new defects, investigations, recalls & lawsuits for the. I recently found out that this is a known with problem with V6 Hondas. Just brought my car in last night to the dealership and it still said I had 40% oil life left. Check engine light came on which my car was running sluggish at this point. I have a 2008 Honda Accord EXL 4cyl. Dealer service departments telling people its normal, completely unacceptable. I just went through this same runaround. Now they want me to bring it in every 1000 miles. My driver seat does something funny when I set it back..(my 2007 did the same thing) and funny thing is my mom has like a 97 civic and this thing STILL sounds and feels like a brick shithouse Like all older Hondas used to be, I am the original owner of a 2008 Accord EX 4-cylinder with ~75K miles thats burning oil. I have read thousands of claims with the same issues. My oil life was still reflecting 40% on my dashboard. 2010 Honda Accord V-6, 3.5 VCM Oil Usage Maintenance/Repairs honda, accord Len1 August 24, 2013, 7:36pm #1 In February 2013, my wife and I purchased a 2010 Honda Accord (V-6, 3.5L Variable Cylinder Management) from a Honda dealer in Tysons Corner, VA. At purchase, the car had 28,546 miles and the factory warranty was, and still is, in effect. (4.0 L) for the 2.4L 4-cylinder engine and 4.5 US qt. I am not a happy honda customer. I just purchased the vehicle from a individual and had oil changed. Front vehicle photos 1986-2018 Autodata, Inc. dba Chrome Data. Now, this morning I receive a call stating the engine block is cracked. Hi Kim, For the 2008-2010 Accord, Honda recommends using premium-grade 5W-20 engine oil; while the 2011-2012 Accord takes 0W-20 synthetic oil. Then I watched it. we started com[plaining about the issue right after we purchases the car in 2008. I brought to my regular auto service center (North Providence Tire & Auto). Tundra Tundra Trucks Recalled Over LCD Monitors, settled a class action for excessive oil consumption, settled a class action lawsuit over brake wear, Honda Acknowledges The Oil Problem In TSB #11-033, Class Action Settlement 3.5V6 Oil Consumption TSB 13-078, read stories from drivers who praise our work. Valvoline Premium Blue Restore 10W30, which is $73/gal, you can . 2008 Honda Accord with the same problem. I have to consistently monitor the oil levels and and top it off. I have a 2009 honda accord v6 and I am having the same issue of losing oil. We are done with Honda Too bad cause we have really good luck with all of our other honda models. I have just noticed this problem. settlement administrator or your attorney for any updates regarding Why were the 4 cylinder engines excluded from this lawsuit? I then started going to F & F Tire, which is in Delavan, WI and they are aware of this problem. Honda not stepping up to help, even though they know they have a problem. Honda was often slow to participate in the repairs, and you can imagine the angst that caused. Same story as everyone else oil change indicated 40% and the light flickered once -checked oil and it didnt register. Since Honda is so proprietary it sounds like only the dealer can perform this. The repair to replace the pistons was 3700. 2010 accord with 37,000 miles-engine runs rough with a/c on at idle and is using oil! I have read online stories of owners writing a letter to Honda Motor Co. Japan and they have paid for the repairs. Have 100,000 mi. i have the same problem with my 2010 Accord? They need to recheck their files. This book is must-have for the Honda enthusiast.Provides guidance in choosing and purchasing used vehicles from 1990 to the present, You need to stand behind your product. Hi I own an 08 Honda accord 4cyl is Honda fixing the oil problem or just a misfire problem? DETROIT -- American Honda Motor Co. has agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit over claims that it manufactured 1,593,755 defective vehicles that excessively burn oil and require frequent. PLEASE HELP!!! Per the dealerships instructions, I brought the car back in March after 1000 miles. I took my car to a Honda dealer twice and explained the issue but I was told that all the car needs is a software update which of course did not work. Whats Honda going to do about this?? Any updates? I have a 2009 accord and it is burning oil very fast. I am a little slow to this cause as I live in the city and rare drive my Honda except on long trips to visit friends and family, which twice have left me stranded due to this problem. My 2008 honda accord broke down of the side of the highway with 75K because the check engine light was flushing. Thanks! , THEY ARE FULL OF IT !!! Actions does not process claims and we cannot advise you on the Exploring practical solutions to these The Honda Accord Oil Defect Class Action Lawsuit is Alex Soto et al. The oil change should last for at least 4-5K miles, but in this car just after 1-2K miles after the oil change, the red low oil indicator comes up and I had to add more oil. Honda America denied our request to fix the issue through the recal even though we have been complaining about it since 2008. Now they tell me that Id be better off waiting until after my warranty ends, (which is in two weeks), to get something done. 2008 Accord EXL 4Cyl 88000 miles with identical problems. Honda Civic 2001 Thru 2010 & CR-V 2002 Thru 2009 John Haynes 2010-09-01 Haynes manuals are written . The service guy told me that they need to replace the engine but I will fall under an extended warranty. Hello again.. I have serviced my Honda through a dealer as suggested, having upkeep for oil changes, brake fluid changes, engine and cabin filter changes, etc.., Approximately 7 months ago my my check engine light came on and the engine lost compression. Hey, were you able to find any solutions? I have witnesses as to who had to \jump\ my car at the gas station after I turned it off in 2012 as I was refueling it. and it has consumed oil since new. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. The Honda service advisor told me that Honda is fully aware of the premature fouled plug problem and there is an ongoing investigation concerning the engine. The next morning I visited the Honda Dealership. I would like to know if that is true. Own a 07 Accord. Thank You. From what I have read this is only V6 is only covered and I have a 4cylinder. My vehicle is down for repairs now and Honda is paying to replace the pistons and rings. The engine uses excessive oil with no indication of any leakage at all. Now, my cylinder # 3 has cracked causing a replacement of my engine at 94,777, totaling an out-of-pocket expenses of approx. I DIDNT HAVE ANY OIL IN MY ENGINE! Someone please help me out on this. They started the oil consumption test. I have never owned a Honda or any foreign car and this will be the last! HOw can I file a class action lawsuit Honda? TOTAL maintenance, service and repair information in an easy-to-use format. Car owners complained that their engine burned up to and beyond 1 quart of oil per 1,000 miles. And then, around 2010, the issue of excessive oil consumption reared its ugly head in the Honda stable. The Honda Chilton Repair Manual covering Honda Accord (2003-12) and Crosstour (2010-14) (Does not include information specic to hybrid models or All-Wheel Drive models) includes these great features: -Model-specic coverage -Simple, Have 66,000 miles on it and have been having oil consumption issues since 48000 miles, oil continues to keep getting low in between oil changes and causing engine noise. They replaced the third spark plug and I am wondering if this is a resolution for an expensive car by my standards. Currently, theyre reviewing the matter with Honda Techline (?) Since this model had 7000 miles per oil change, the warning light came on when there is no oil on the dipstick. How do we file a claim to be reimbursed for at the very least a portion of this repair? This was my second heated discussion with Honda customer service where they essentially told me I was out of luck as my car is now well past the 125000 warranty extension. The settlement Class Members are represented by Steven Berk and Matthew Bonness of Berk Law PLLC; Beth Terrell and Kimberlee L. Gunning of Terrell Marshall Daudt & Willie PLLC; Michael Ram and Jeffrey B. Cereghino of Ram Olson Cereghino & Kopczynski LLP; and Lawrence Deutsch, Sharon Carson and Eugene Tompkins of Berger & Montague PC. Waiting for the dealer to call me about how much this is going to cost me. Have just reported problem to Grainger Honda, Savannah, GA while having the air bag recall accomplished and having the HVAC control motors replaced. So I searched this issue on line and found this website. I have a 2010 Honda Accord with 64,000 miles. I also notice my muffler sounds like its clogged. Honda should be ashamed of themselves and i think allot of people are owed money as well as a new car. I have sent an email to Wilde Honda in Waukesha regarding this. Published: May 18, 2015 08:30 AM Honda has found that certain versions of the four-cylinder 2008 to 2011 Accord coupe and sedan and the 2010 to 2011 CR-V SUV may begin to experience higher. Parents just bought 2008 Honda accord 4 cylinder 116000 miles going through a lot of oil Can anything be done. I own a 08 Accord, I would like to be part of this. Variable Cylinder Management System Information Honda produced the 2 minute video above that explains how the VCM operates. If you take it to the dealer, the first thing they will do is give it an Oil Consumption Test. I just completed my 3rd oil consumption test AFTER I received a letter in the mail from Honda Corporation offering to change the piston rings for excess oil consumption They were expanding the warranty to 8 years or 125000 miles. My honda did the exact same thing and it is a 1996 Honda Accord EX. Got my oil changed and 3 weeks later I had NO oil whatsoever and drove less than 1,000 miles. My VSA Light, Brake light, and ABS Lights come on and off. Stopped and checked oil level and it was barely touching the stick, added 2 quarts, now ok. 2009 HONDA ACCORD NO OIL NO OIL LIGHT ENGINE BLOWN OUT!! Eagen claims that he had to add a quart of oil to his Accord each month, and had to replace his prematurely corroded spark plugs twice within 55,000 miles of driving. I purchased a 2009 Honda Coupe V-6 of 11/2011 having 46,000 miles. Cant wait to unload this piece before I wind up with thousands in repairs. Its worth a try. My 08 accord is at the dealer now for the very same problem. All 6 spark plugs were found extreme dirty. Ive always used the Honda oil in the car..I seem to be getting the run around from my Honda dealer..any suggestions on what I can do? I have complained about this since it started showing up short in 2011 when I was getting it changed at the Honda dealership in Janesville, WI since it was closer to my home. We own a 2008 Honda Accord. If the VCM gaskets are leaking you'll likely notice an oil leak or smell burning oil. I told my wife to buy a Camry. I politely ask them how many miles they recommend between synthetic oil changes. the engine just add miss fire last week cyl 4..(130000km) After investigation no more compression on the cylinder due to burnt valve oil consumption result.. Now im fighting with honda. Until I went on-line to check the consumption issue I was unaware that it was a big problem with the newer Honda cars. I am adding a least a quart every 1000 miles. I will limit this comment to the issue at hand. So now I am going thru the oil consumption test. Unsubscribe any time. Concerned about this grinding noise, I went to my local Honda dealership and was told that my engine oil was bone dry and the grinding noise was my timing belt rotating without any oil. Please add me to this list. I took it to Honda and they said That engine uses a quart per 1000 miles. The test result is not good but not very bad. Thanks. My Honda burns a quart of oil every 800-1000 miles. I decided to drive my car about 2 miles to the shop, and was told that the engine was "eating up" my oil. 2008 accord Ex-L 4cyl- 78k miles Excessive oil consumption! Just a quick question for everyone out there approximately how much Oil consumption would you say is normal for the Honda 2.4L 4Cyl in the Accord and small SUV's. I switched from 5w20 to 5w30 and it has improved some what. Ive owned six Honda accords without this unnecessary and untimely performance. It burned an excessive amount of oil. Said 1 quart for 1000 miles is acceptable. Yes I want to join the law suit also. Learn more about the cookies we use. I own a 2008 Honda Accord and have been experiencing this problem for a few years. 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