We live in Illinois & purchased our 2010 accord exl v-6 brand new in Dec. 2009. I was told one particular time that the grinding sound my car made was due to that reason. If it is an actual recall, what country are you located in. Nevertheless, when the oil problem started, requiring frequent oil level checks I noticed that the paint was peeling on the side panels next to the hood, on both sides. My engine warning list is constantly on now for a week. I am so glad I found this because my car is having the same problem, and this whole time, since 2009, when I first purchased my car I have been having this problem and always thought it was just my car. I have contacted the dealership again and of course they know nothing about any of this. My mechanic said the egnine is crap and needs replacing. I will return again after another 1,000K because it is evident that something is seriously wrong with the engine consumption of the oil. Problem 2010 Honda Accord LX 4dr. I am very dissatisfied with Honda. I have a 2009 Honda Accord with 78k miles. This issue needs a intervention from an attorney. I have to wonder how long I have been driving with no oil since the oil light did not stay on and Im lucky I even saw it flash!! your claim status, claim form or questions about when payments are Hey Charles! of course. I think I should sell it and Say bye to Hondad forever. Everyone is so quick to take the easy way out. Fortunately my son look on the internet and thought to check my oil- it was gone. Honda Hell continues. I cant believe none of my mechanics have heard of this. Now doing the oil consumption test!! E-mail: bedrails@realtimeresults.net. It has burned oil sense day one. The first time we went to dealership and they couldnt find anything and my service rep had never even heard of the issue (he said). The noise is gone (such a relief). I am very disappointed in Honda over these issues! The oil light starts to register at about every 2000 miles. Since there wasnt oil on the ground where I park, and no oil visibly leaking the problem wasnt that clear. That worked, temporarily. I know this isnt my fault and i cant afford a new car or even to replace engine on this car. Like others that have posted comments here, I have been through the software update with no positive results. I have a 2009 accord. It started burning oil around 60-80,000 miles just like everyone else here the dealer kept telling me it was normal until it burned 1qt/1000 miles. WOW I cant believe I found this website. I am bringing my car for repair today since they have finally figured out the problem (it has been over 2 years) I pray that this lawsuit works out and I get reimbursed. Will we be informed of our participation in this lawsuit? http://www.carcomplaints.com/Honda/Accord/2008/engine/excessive_oil_consumption.shtml. After complaining they finally agreed to pay 75% of the bill.. Why they dont just cover it all is beyond me.. Its their fault so many cars are having issues. Honda 2008 V4. I then begin researching and found all of this. By the way, I should have taken out stock in spark plugs because they had to be replaced frequently. so i went to another dealer service center and they said thats the defect and they said i you have extended warranty from honda then they will only fix for you without any cost. Please keep me posted how to get on board with this law suit. Same problem as everyone else. At appx. Im having the same oil issues and understand the its too late to file a claim. Honda says that burning 1 qt of oil every 1,000 miles wasnt excessive. The same occasional low oil pressure light is coming on. You can find more similar complaints, including my own, described in detail here http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/WebX/.f169a0d?displayRecent. But this car only has 55,000 and several years of payment remaining. I am a single mom and money is more than tight. Same size engine, vtec everything but it doesnt have this foolish Eco Mode. We have gone to checking the oil often and refilling when necessary. I also bought a Honda by reputation..this was my first Hopefully they do right and fix the problems without charging the consumereven after the warranty wears out. Took it to a repair place had carbon steel rotors put on with everything else new. He has not had an issue yet. Im so mad. THE DEALERSHIP DENIED ANY KNOWLEDGE OF THIS CONSISTENT PROBLEM. Boy was I wrong. Because of all the problems, I do not feel like this car will make it 120,000 miles. Suggested watch oil consumption and change oil every 4,000 miles. I took it to my mechanic and he changed the spark plugs and used fuel detergent to clean the carbon build up. Add me to this list. My email is hnanigui@gmail.com Now two years after I bought it (currently 71000 mi. My 2009 is in the shop as I type this getting a new short block, but will this solve my problem or do I need to push for a completely new engine? I trusted Hondas brand. Not as bad as some but still WRONG. Call honda get paper trail of everything they have done hire a lawyer a sue the $#$t out of honda. My husband also purchased a brand new 2008 Honda Accord, 4 door sedan, 6 cylinder. WHAT? Im thinking of joining this lawsuit, and buying my next car from some other company. 2 weeks later same problem, same fix. Within the first 1000 miles i noticed it gives a heavy puf of smove when atarting even when its warm. STILL nothing registered in the dip stick. So glad to see that someone hads finally stepped up to the plate and filed this class action law suit. For additional recall assistance, click the Ask Dave by Honda button. Went to Honda and they did an oil consumption test. I will never buy another Honda. Said I hit a pothole but no potholes around my area. After contacting another dealership they informed me this was covered under warranty. Called Honda and they dont care one bit. The mechanic has no explanation for it. I forgot mensioned that my car has 120,000 km. There is nothin they want to do. If I am, what else can I do? well they fixed the car ran great all for about a week. I guess a lot of people were having that problem. After 600 miles, the mechanical told me it was just down a little bit and that was normal. How do we enter lawsuit? I started having problems at 15,000 miles. Never again with Honda. ( i paid and i am happy about it). I got the letter about the oil consumption issue. I own a 2008 Honda 4 cyllinder and it started burning oil big time at about 40,000 miles. Can I be added to this lawsuit? The dealership recommended that I have an oil consumption test every 600 miles. Contact the legal firm that supervises this class action suit (you can find their name and number in the settlement papers.). I have a 2009 accord lx and Im burning 1qt every 1k miles. at 1000 miles how low would your oil be for the oil consumption test checked at 1000 miles, Your email address will not be published. I notice my problem at 50,000 some miles when my engine would make a noise every now and then I took it to the dealership and they told me there was not enough oil iln my car to touch the stick. After reading all these stories im shocked and convinced that this is a huge problem for honda. Seems that the dealers and Honda are cooperating with each other as they will not give a straight answer. I purchased a Honda for the first time after owning other cars because I was looking for something reliable. I will never ever buy another Honda. UPDATE 4: Reimbursements from the Honda Engine Misfire Class Action Settlement were mailed July 14, 2014. Dealer asks me to bring in every 1k mile for oil consumption test.but we all know the problem is there.What should i do? It began in 2010 with 19,000 miles with mis fire # 2 cylinder, bad . I am extremely pissed and upset with this matter. I am normally more astute, but they got me at a weak moment, I figured this was just about the 2 little dings, and after all it was a HONDA CERTIFIED vehicle, which means NO MAJOR ACCIDENTS, AND they valued the car, in writing, at a number that did not reflect major body work. I was torn between that and a completely redone 86 tee top Camarobut my responsible decision paid off. Well, they would not budge on warranty. I had no hope up until now as Honda denies an issue other than a useless software update. My 08 LXP had 22k on it when I bought it and have always had to add up to a quart of oil over each 5kk change cycle. purchased this car new plus an extended warranty. According to letter it covers my vin number. Im in on a Class Action Suit, you never knew there was an issue until all of the oil was gone, they should replace it all. I have 42k miles and the oil light flickered ONCE. Hi Folks, my car is currently undergoing the repair under warranty. I have vehicle parked at my home still with 57000 miles on a 60000 mile power train warranty. Accord.. any updates? I have a 2010 Accord Coupe EX-L (4 cyls) It was burning over 3 quarts per oil change. Its crazy. Wasnt worth sinking a new engine into it, so I just got rid of it at CarMax for $2000. The car had about 90,000k miles on it and all of a sudden it leaks about 1+ qt for every 1000 miles. Its just a money grab for the dealers too. This is my families only car and I still have 3 yrs until its paid off. Is oil consumption related to this problem? When I asked him that if i told him I put in 5qts between oil changes, would he tell me the same thing, he said yes, I know it seems high but its with in the range. I too am experiencing excesive oil usage on my 2008 Honda Accord I bought used in 2010. I planned on this vehicle lasting another 250,000 miles. Whatever that means. I have a 2009 honda accord EXLbought it brand new with 28 miles on it. The mechanic is telling me that the timing is off. I have to keep spare oil in my trunk just in case. 09 accord EX-L please add me to your list for info on law suit. Car Max here I come where I bought it, guess they dont care either !! The quality of Honda has really gone downhill. I literally have been under this car more than Ive been in it. I have the same problem with my Honda Accord 2008 Coupe. I am so frustrated with this car! I also had problems with my engine consuming oil at a rate of 1 litre to 1700 KM ( 1 qt/1000miles). Seriously I just bought the car a year ago and theirs already problems on it. He showed me Honda TSB 12-087. My mechanic cant see any leaks. Basically every time you drive it you should check the oil level apparently. Purchased a used 2008 Accord EX-L v6, with 24000 miles on it, Having the same problems as everyone has already mentioned. Brought the car in for the 1000 mi oil consumption test. When the run the test, they overfill + 3 extra quarts to make it appear to burn less oil. The car ran beautiful until it hit 60000 miles. I put on a significant amount miles but all hwy miles. I purchased my 2008 Honda Accord with 30000 miles now i have 97000miles Still under warranty.I travel alot so i need i reliable car.Car burns 5 to 6 quarts between oil changes.Took it more then 5 times to Honda of Danbury and no repairs were done they told me Honda says 1 quart of oil per 1000 miles is normal.I say SHAME ON YOU HONDA ADMIT TO YOUR FAULTS AND REPAIR OUR CARS. I was getting oil changes every month. I have had all of my maintenance done timely and with the dealer. Im never getting another Honda. I had the brake issues on my Honda Accord and now this, they are estimating $2300 in repairs. can anyone help me out. bout to go to court and try and get rest refunded. Having read the complain in this site, I feel much better. My 2009 Accord now burns a full quart every other fillup. Im changing my mind about Honda if they dont step up and do something about this. F u honda, never buying honda eveeeer again. Currently at 115k miles and have to out 2-3 quarts in between oil changes. Sounds like a grinding sometimes loud sometimes quiet but can still hear it. Just had to add 2 1/2 qts again this oil cycle at 50% on the dash. It looks like the deadline to submit claims was April 2014. Used over 1 litre and still 30% oil life left. Its in the shop right now and Im looking at $1,400 in repairs. I have a 2008 Honda accord and thought I was buying a reliable car that I could depend on to not break me, like the last two that I have had.. The settlement is BS. We collectively need to hold Hondas feet to the fire and make them do what is right. I have a 2010 accord 6 cylinder. Burned approx 1 Qt per thousand when new. So I got it replaced. Because of this, Honda extended the. Opened up a case with Honda of USA. Such a hassle! Details on how to file a claim to receive reimbursement for repair costs can be found here. I wonder all the oil that was burned within No.3 cylinder can be shorten the engine life. Excessive oil consumption. I have a 2009 V6 Honda Accord burns 1 quart of oil every 900 1000 miles. Can you please let me know how I can become part of the class for this lawsuit. Now after reading about this lawsuit, I know its BS. It has already been towed to the local dealer once last year & did get the software update & it keeps happening. They may want you to do an oil consumpution test where you will have to go back every 1000-2000 KMs to have them check how much the oils has gone down. Only driven 70 miles on the car since I left the dealership. I have 72000 miles on my car. Anyone know when the trial date has been set? I think something is o untold about the vehicle. My engine light would come on all the time and I kept wondering what was up with that. HAD TO REPLACE SPARK PLUGS TWICE. Called Honda about 12 times. My biggest issue is flickering lights when you turn on the heat or AC. This sounds like whats wrong with my 2010 Crosstour. I keep a case of Mobil 1 in the trunk now. My father in law took it to his mechanic today and the mechanic was shocked that there was NO OIL left! Did to all 3. Unburnt gas will start creating carbon deposits that makes the rings stick allowing oil to bypass the oil ring, They also told me to stay away from gas that contains ethanol. How do I get on this class action? I have the same issue since I bought my 08 accord. The Honda service rep said that we may have to get our rengine replaced if this occurs again. My car will reflect 50% to 90% oil life and then I my car will be out of oil. Now if I drove on freeway more often, I have to do an oil change every 1000 miles, not 3000 miles as suggested by manufacturer. Was planning on getting at least another year or two out of it. The eighth-generation Accord sedan and coupe (2008 to 2012) have received numerous complaints about excessive brake wear and noise, high oil consumption, engine misfires, and air conditioning problems. Honda should do the same! The car now was 50k. Official recalls have been issued for the 2008 Honda Accord by the NHTSA. i think its time to tradefor a TOYOTA. I dont want to spend $2000 to replace those when I am not even sure if it will resolve the problem. Dealership told me I need to replace pistons at a time of 3,000.00. I am so disappointed in Honda, this is my 3 Honda and this car is a disappointment.. As long as you don't have to top off between changes, you'll survive. Also frequently experienced difficulty in cold starting during extreme temperatures. My accord has 72000 miles and has changed 3 spark plugs (the first one at 55000 miles and the other two at 65000 miles.The dealer did not admit it is a defect. Now the car only burns around 1/3 Qt per 1K miles. I am highly considering trading it while I can! I could not drive long distances without worry. This makes me so angry especially during this Covid time and no job. No smoke, no leak. The dealer at MIDDLETOWN NY HONDA wouldnt fix it either. I drove it from San Jose CA to Lincoln City Oregon to visit my cousin. I bought brand new and car now has 56,000 miles. The problem solved. Bought my 08 accord new. Ive had oil consumption test done, of course I burn just under the 1 qt every 1000 mile ridiculous rule. Not sure if I should go in and have all that replaced just out of good measure or let it be thoughts? If I didnt go for any oil change today my engine would have siezed up in a day or two according to my mechanic. The noise always gets louder when an oil change is due, which is always prior to when the dealerhip estimates when my next oil change is due. problem started with oil light going on. I add about 1- 2 quarts of oil in between oil changes. Does the consumer have to pay for the test if the car is out of the 36,000 warranty? I need to be added to the list with this class action case before I drop 1 more penny on this piece of junk. We need a legit recall issued soon to correct this known issue! I feel like Im getting the run-around. About 2k later the oil light came on. Its disappointing that the dealership wouldnt have said something to me when I had my oil changed. Maybe Honda needs to stick with building lawnmowers, weed eaters, and farm equipment. No more Hondas for this family! Buy DNJ PR262.20 Oversize Piston Rings/For 1999-2017/ Acura, Honda, Saturn/Accord, Accord Crosstour, MDX, Odyssey, Pilot / 3.2L, 3.5L / SOHC / V6 / 24V / J32A1, J32A2, J32A3, J35A1, J35A3, J35A4, . I fill 2 qts every 2000 miles. Now at 134,000 miles the catalytic converter has gone bad which is going to cost me about $1100, which I will have to pay to pass inspection in NC. Dont get me wrong, I love my car and we are big Honda fans. dealer has done 2 consumption test and was told it was within range. I live in Houston, TX. I submitted the survey. This authorization was denied by the Regional Service Manager. The mechanic said they would do a comprssion depending on the amount of oil I was using. We are a generation full of honda drivers but do to this problem and honda not stepping up to repair the problem cars there will be 4 families buying something else.Shame on Honda. I contacted Honda and advised them on their TS11-033 but they said it not relate to the excess oil burn. The plugs again went 6 months later and Honda gave me the same run around of my servive station not putting enough oil in the car and then said that they probably put the wrong plugs in it. We too would like to join the class action suit. 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. I would like to join class action law suit. 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. I assumed the recalls would fix the oil consumption problem but that wasnt the case. Just dropped my car off at the dealers because there is no oil left in the car. They confirm anything except that oil was significantly low. Need to look into this further! Ran out of oil twice before it was time to do an oil change. They became very nice all of a sudden! I have a 2008 Accord, manual trans same deal. I have registered my self at Honda owners website and no email saying I have there has been a warranty extension on your car due to bad HONDA engineering. Had i known, I would have gone with a different car, like an Acura! Bad spark plug #3 causing white smoke during acceleration from tail pipe. 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 like my Honda but I will monitor closely. Can all of us whose own problem Honda sue the Honda? I did no that this car eat oil. It is currently under oil consumption test. How can I get more information on being part of this class action suit. Add me to the list! If this had happened two years ago for you, then Honda would have paid to replace the piston rings in cylinders 1-4 only. This site, i do if they dont care honda accord piston ring recall! convinced this! 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