honda accord piston ring recall

I initially thought the dealership forgot to put oil in it when the oil light came on, so I added oil. I called the dealership and they said to add oil. I too, have a very disturbing grinding noise at start up and the noise continues while Im driving at lower RPMs. The warranty of the car paid for the fix. Now the dealership says cause Im out of warranty, Ill have to pay to bring it in.. was recommended to do my own oil consumption test. I have a 2008 Accord, manual trans same deal. It was very expensive and I cant afford to buy a new one at this time. We have been going into Honda and having our oil changed at least once a month. Honda gets the details wrong..again. I have the same issue with the oil consumption. Honda 2009 accord coupe exl : I have been dealing with the oil consumption problem for over a year. If anyone screwed you on this it was your non-Honda mechanic overcharging you for spark plugs and not doing the work that needed to be done. So even on my initial purchase I was DEFRAUDED!! But I had no other option at the time. Glad to know that I am not the only one having these issues. I just got it back from Honda and they said it was just a fouled spark plug. 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. My 2003 Toyota Camry V6 with 204K on it just needed regular maintenance, oil change, tires,etc. How do we get money for the breaks? It currently has 84k on it and the Oil light went over so I checked the oil and there was NO oil in my car. every oil change. Honda says that burning 1 qt of oil every 1,000 miles wasnt excessive. I had the exactly same problem like others. The car doesnt foul spark plugs as is the case with cars that burn oil. There was absolutely NO Oil in the car. I couldnt be more mad/disappointed. Not going to happen. 2008- Accord- 4 cyl- Rattling noises which I guess is the VTC actuator and they say its not part of the oil consumption issue. My 2009 honda accord has a grinding noise that occurs when the ignition is activated from a cold start. I am too, have this problem just like most honda accord owner with oil consumption. This is my families only car and I still have 3 yrs until its paid off. Will Honda honor the warranty for the oil problem? Same problem as everyone else. I wonder all the oil that was burned within No.3 cylinder can be shorten the engine life. I AM TIRED OF HONDA BLOWING SMOKE UP MY ASS. Should I join the Class action suit and if yes, how? Such a hassle! I would like further information on the class action suit! I have a 2007 civic si and was told that i have metal shavings in my oil and that they are now in my transmission and engine and both those need to be replaced. I never got a letter from Honda saying the warranty has been extended to 125,000 miles. I have a 2009 Honda Accord with 78k miles. WITHOUT WARNING MY ENGINE LIGHT WENT ON AND MY CAR STARTED JERKING AND PUTTED OUT. Due to the fact that the deadline for the class action suit has already ended, what do I do now if I missed it? I dont think he was normal. 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. Wasnt worth sinking a new engine into it, so I just got rid of it at CarMax for $2000. I have referred several people who have bought Hondas. Its just a money grab for the dealers too. . Bad spark plug #3 causing white smoke during acceleration from tail pipe. There is some sort of a technical bulletin issued by Honda Canada that they are aware of this issue and will replace pistons, rings etc. Honda sure isnt what they used to be and this has really put a burden on our family financially. This is my 1st and last Honda. I was just told they are going to tear the engine down to a bare block and replace everything else. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. I also had the rear brake problem at 9,000 but the monies in the fund to pay for that had run out when I asked them to pay for it. Im not a honda specialist, lol! I have sworn by Hondas for years. My car has 120k on it and loves oil. Oil monitor showed around 50% remaining. Hopefully all will be fixed. I thought it was an isolated issue, but now I see its common. I have a 2008 accord v6. In 2012, I had the VTC actuator replaced because the engine light kept staying on. This is our second Honda and probably the Last!! Out of a Goodwill gesture, honda would pay for it if I paid a $500 deductible. I have installed all of them on my own time with my own hands. What a fix from Honda. MY 2008 HONDA ACCORD BROKE DOWN FOR THE SECOND TIME ON THE FREEWAY. The piston rings in your 2015 Honda Accord sedan's engine are responsible for controlling oil pressure and regulating engine oil consumption. And battery drainage leaving me trip jump start after leaving anything on for over a minute. My biggest issue is flickering lights when you turn on the heat or AC. I thought it was odd but didnt dig further. The carbon build-up in my engine is significant. 2008 exl v 6 70,000. I told the service person at the dealership about it and he confirmed that the VTEC causes misfires if the oil is low. Caked oil on all over the firing end of plug. The regional service manager was nasty and wouldnt help me. I took it to the dealership at first they said it was acceptable, that Hondas can burn up to 1/2 a quart every 1,000 miles. Having same issue . I have 2012 EX-L-V6 Honda Accord and it is showning the same problem. Dealership says they need to do an oil consumption test first. 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. Two rings to hold back combustion fumes and the other holds and direct engine oil where it should go in the vehicle. Did you know there is a brake problem as well ? Honda told me to bring it back in 1,000 miles for an oil consumption test. Oil consumption problem for 2 plus years on my 2008 Honda Accord V6. What should I do now? No more Honda for me. The dealership said it was normal and I said that cannot be true.The VTC actuator makes the rattling noise when it first cranks if it has set for a while without being started for a few years. I will never buy another Honda. Wow Im having the same problem my 2008 accord ex-l its used 2 quarts of oil in 3100 miles thats not normal ! I dont see how this could be within operating norms. THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP HAS ASKED ME TO COME IN FOR THREE OIL CONSUMPTION TESTS SO FAR AND THEY ARE ASKING ME TO COME BACK FOR FOURTH. I have a 2008 Honda Accord V4. I have a 2009 accord lx and Im burning 1qt every 1k miles. This was our 1st brand new car & we were so excited & confident to put our trust in Honda. Now I read all these complaints about honda. Maybe Honda needs to stick with building lawnmowers, weed eaters, and farm equipment. I have a 2011 V6 Honda Accord and this is happening also. Like others that have posted comments here, I have been through the software update with no positive results. They said they would fix the car. If Honda wont, then Ill be finding out how to add the Odyssey to this class action lawsuit (or start a new one). I should have never been charged for anything but the oil change. I am so frustrated, I bought a Honda because I thought I wouldnt have the issues with repairs. First the rear disc issue and now this. Glad I do not have that problem. 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. For additional recall assistance, click the Ask Dave by Honda button. The contact stated that the piston rings failed. So she is burning the oil thur the cylinder and piston at a small rate. They want $1,000 to start tearing my engine down just to find the problem. Bc I feel like I am spending my hard earned oney on a piece of JUNK!!!!! I have a 2008 accord V 6 with same spark plug issues , misfire , oil fouled . I bought it certified pre owned from my honda dealer with 28,000 miles & got extended warranty. now it lacks power and everything else, this sucks. I guess the person that sold it to me knew what he was doing. I have a 2008 Honda Accord and also have to add oil every 500 miles -what do I need to do to get in on this class action suit? I drove with the Manager of the service Dpt. I bought the extended warranty. I am beginning to notice a similar issue with my 2010 accord EX v6. bout to go to court and try and get rest refunded. Big deal, were still using oil. UPDATE 2: This class action settlement now includes other Honda vehicles, including the Honda Accord, Odyssey and Crosstour. I have a 2009 honda accord and its burning about 2 quarts between oil changes and I still owe on it been having this trouble for months how do I file on the lawsuit because honda needs to step it up n fix the problem ill never buy a honda again!!!!! It has already been towed to the local dealer once last year & did get the software update & it keeps happening. Added a quart of oil 6 months after I purchased it. I should not be having to put oil in between oil changes. I own a 2008 Honda Accord and have had problems with the excessive oil consumption since day 1. I checked other Honda vehicles which had the same problems. The warning light does not come on when levels are low, and I need to closely monitor the oil level. Seriously I just bought the car a year ago and theirs already problems on it. There is nothin they want to do. Its over 2 quarts oil low . I also have an 08 accord and have had the same problems. I said heck no Im not paying $1000 just to see if Honda will cover this KNOWN ISSUE! You need to get an oil change , then its monitored every 1,000 miles. Constantly adding oil before the 15% oil change maintenance minder. Was told to check every 3000 miles, but engine starts to growl after 2500, then 2200, and I know its time to take it back for a refill. 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. We also have fouled plugs #1,2 & 3. The good news is, in my case they did. Sucks to have happened to yours at 75k. I said this is not a way to fix the problem but is just covering it up. 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. 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. Dealer also said 1 qt every 1,000 was normal. Couple thousand miles later the same thing. Im so sick of honda. I have all my records. I was then told I would need to pay for a diagnostic for them to continue troubleshooting. 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. The oil consumption problem is not just 2008-2010 Accords, it is a small percentage of all Honda K24 engines. They say its normal. I showed Honda the update but to my knowledge, they didnt act on it to update the computer. I am having same issues and am very dissatisifed that this is not a recall. My 2008 Accord has roughly 79,000 miles on it and I just took it back to the dealer for the second time in 6 months due to engine problems. If I didnt go for any oil change today my engine would have siezed up in a day or two according to my mechanic. My oil light would come on and when I checked it.. I had to no choice but to allow them to change the oil again. I own a 2008 Accord EXL V6 and am having issues with oil consumption and engine misfiring. But on my 45 minute drive home, the engine light came on!! Replace it and now my actual problem is the car is very rough idle the lights are flickering and when im on a red light I let go of the pedal a little bit and it starts to hesitate and lose power also the lights flick a lot more with the AC on need help someone please. Honda 2008 V4. Also, the spark plug breaking is a different issue than the one everyone else is having. I mentioned the prevalence of the problem which is chronicled on the internet. I have to add oil to keep it full and when I questioned Honda, they would not admit that there is a history but want me to come in for an oil consumption test that will take several days and cover around 1000 miles. Everyone thought it was my driving. Please add me to the settlement. Because of all the problems, I do not feel like this car will make it 120,000 miles. I drove 2 hrs to the deal for the software update JOKE didnt do a thing. Hondas have always had issues, but they built their reputation on fixing them and even going above and beyond expectations to ensure customer loyalty. Need to look into this further! I have a 09 honda accord with 80000 miles and ive started noticing that it was using more oil then it should. It appears Im another victim of a defective Honda Accord EXL-V6 but mine was a 2009. Mine was the front breaks in my 2009 Accord. I am hoping Honda will fix and pay for repairs as this should not be happening. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Time to say enough is enough. Car shudders between 1st and 2nd gear and now Im having a engine issues caused by fouled spark plugs. I have a 2009 Accord and am doing the oil consumption test and have complained about the amount of oil used. The quality of Honda has really gone downhill. I have the same issue since I bought my 08 accord. I have a 2008 Honda Accord and the oil mysteriously disappears accompanied by an obnoxious grinding sound. Im not sure I will keep this car. I have a feeling they going to say it is in the acpet level. You did have a costumer for life until know. No mention of a software updateat 55,000 miles the VTEC indicator is on again and the engine is misfiring on cylinder 3again I took it in and the oil is nearly gone. To find out if your Honda has any outstanding recall or product update notices enter your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) below. Seriously Honda. It just started doing the same noises, Im afraid the engine may get damaged. Tried that and when it didnt clear in a couple of days, I called the nearest Honda dealer. I will never buy another Honda. That must have been in the past. Please check your automakers website to see if your vehicle has any service bulletins pending. Really back me off by considering engine replacement after reading this page. Everyone is so quick to take the easy way out. Added to comment below, The noise stopped as soon as the dealer changed the oil and it was actually full. Details on how to file a claim to receive reimbursement for repair costs can be found here. I highly doubt the dealer will render any solution to this problem. my Car has about 54200 miles on it and burns 2-3 qts of synthetic oil between changes! Its time for Honda to stop pretending this is normal! I feel like Im getting the run-around. Hey Charles! .. Just got my letter, I don't have the problem but I'll definitely contact my dealer. I have no luck with things like this and could really use some help. The grinding noise has appeared during a start when the car is cold. I also remember that about 5 months ago I had to change a spark plug because it was fouled and not firing. The mechanic said they would do a comprssion depending on the amount of oil I was using. 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. Now at 84k miles my car is doing this same loud knocking on start up along with another unknown noise. I was looking into rebuilding the engine but if Honda will recall the engine then ill wait. 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 just bought my car in for a second oil consumption test and the dealership said that they would talk to a Honda representative about getting me a new engine. I have had my oil light come on and engine rattle within 4000 miles of last oil change. Then on top of that, theres a very common problem with the top coat on the paint being defective. What do I do now? Lights always popping on. Honda is refusing to cover any of these parts under the powertrain warranty citing a fuel injector cleaning done by Jiffy Lube approximately a month prior to the cars break down as the reason for the engines malfunction. Where can Honda Accord owners join in on the class action lawsuit? Hi im having a problem with my accord 08 v6 coupe with only 55k miles on it. I also had a problem with the rear brakes, twice in one year my caliper went through my brake padsand rotorscausing me to buy brand new ones twice in one year!! contact me if you can. 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. The guy said that almost 1 out of every 3 accords that he see has this problem. I have a 2009 accord that burns a quart of oil every thousand miles and it is really getting old, so does anyone have an idea how to get this thing rolling so we can get some results. Want to charge me $4000 to replace piston rings that what cause the misfire! i started notices the the engine burned oil the past 3 oil changes. RIDICULOUS!!!!! It makes that weird noise starting cold that others have described. He showed me Honda TSB 12-087. However, no change since then. 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