8th Gen Accord, rear brake pads

**anonymousmoose** · 04-08-2010 02:05 PM

Does the Accord Euro suffer from these problemos also?

**snajper** · 27-08-2010 02:28 PM

Just ordered Bendix DB1953 (rears) and will fit them on the weekend. Will let you know if it is any good.

**snajper** · 27-08-2010 03:38 PM

Also guys if you going to the dealer to get your brakes replaced ask for P/n: 43022-TA0-A40
That is the new improved version of rear brakes. Honda made these after they got sued in US.

any other part number will last you only ~25K

**sdewyz** · 30-08-2010 01:54 PM

Hey guys, just to let you know that Honda will be covering these pads under warranty if they don't reach 30,000km. Speak to your local dealership if you are having problems with your

**snajper** · 30-08-2010 06:50 PM

Originally Posted by sdewyz

Hey guys, just to let you know that Honda will be covering these pads under warranty if they don't reach 30,000km. Speak to your local dealership if you are having problems with your

I have already asked them and they refused.

**Shpox** · 30-08-2010 06:54 PM

Definitely seems like a case by case basis. I was quoted $190 for machining my squeaky brakes at 9,000 km. Highly doubt my dealer will oblige.

Did your dealer specify the pre-30k message? Might be able to get a word from Honda Australia if they refuse.

**sdewyz** · 31-08-2010 12:27 PM

You might be best off speaking with Honda Aust first and then speak to your dealer.

**NileshP** · 31-08-2010 01:32 PM

Originally Posted by sdewyz

You might be best off speaking with Honda Aust first and then speak to your dealer.

I don't think there is any use contacting Honda Australia. I contacted them twice about the premature wear of my rear brake pads and you'd be surprised at the response. The justifications on both letters look exactly the same. So I am presuming when an issue arises, the marketing people at Honda have a meeting and come out with a well-written defence, which they copy and paste every time a customer complaints.

One of their favourite hobbies is rubbishing the customer by telling them that the issue is unique to the customer and then blaming it on the customer's driving habits. According to Honda the premature rear brake pad wear is to increase safety - I wonder how.

**Shpox** · 31-08-2010 01:39 PM

Originally Posted by NileshP

One of their favourite hobbies is rubbishing the customer by telling them that the issue is unique to the customer and then blaming it on the customer's driving habits. According to Honda the premature rear brake pad wear is to increase safety - I wonder how.

I'm not sure if this I've written this before, but afaik thats well and truley the case. Again, I think it's a case by case basis and you'll be lucky to get them replaced. Basically the only place on the internet where there is discussion about this issue in Australia in this thread. If you look at the US comparison, consumer reports and class action suite, there was a huge consumer response to the issue. Here, I think most drivers bear the grunt and it is simply easier for Honda to address the issue to the customer's driving habits. Regardless, the issue is prevalent. I'm only at the 9k mark, but I'll do my best to fight the issue if it arises. If sdewyz is correct, this is a whole different issue as Honda would be appearing to acknowledge the problem albeit under wraps.

That is some serious double logic though. Increased safety by more pad wear.

**brokenback** · 04-09-2010 07:04 PM

Just had our rear Accord pads replaced at 14K service (it was supposed to be the 10K service...a little overdue) under warranty.

Was told it was a lubrication issue on the calliper pad guides that caused the pads to drag and wear. Hmmm we shall see.

**Danzvtil** · 06-09-2010 10:44 PM

Just had the 20k service done today (actually 22k on the clock,sorry), report states Front pads 25% worn, Rear pads 75% worn.I quizzed the service guy about issues with rear pad wear, he played dumb as if there was no problem. When quizzed further, he admitted they look at each on a case by case basis.He said that he would look at the pads at the 30k service and advise accordingly.
I REALLY hope they come to the party on this issue for us as our dealer experience has been excellent in every other way, I dont expect anthing less after spending $40k on a car.

**Danzvtil** · 29-09-2010 10:42 PM

Originally Posted by Danzvtil

Just had the 20k service done today (actually 22k on the clock,sorry), report states Front pads 25% worn, Rear pads 75% worn.I quizzed the service guy about issues with rear pad wear, he played dumb as if there was no problem. When quizzed further, he admitted they look at each on a case by case basis.He said that he would look at the pads at the 30k service and advise accordingly.
I REALLY hope they come to the party on this issue for us as our dealer experience has been excellent in every other way, I dont expect anthing less after spending $40k on a car.

Oh, BTW, my work ute, an 18 month old FG one tonner with 85K on the clock is still on 4 original brake pads FFS!!!!!