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A federal class action lawsuit claims that 2008-2010 Honda Accords have “a systematic design defect that enables oil to enter into the engine’s combustion chamber.” The defect causes excessive oil consumption, premature spark plug degradation and engine malfunction, the lawsuit says.The Honda Accord class action lawsuit says the systematic design defect may be the result of numerous things, including a material defect, workmanship of the vehicles’ valve guide seals or piston rings, or a flaw in Honda’s VTECT variable engine-timing system.
“Hundreds of complaints concerning this defect appear online, including at least 130 complaints on www.carcomplaints.com referencing the 2008 Accord alone. Numerous complaints are available on other websites too, including the complaints forum of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (‘NHTSA’),” the Accord oil defect class action lawsuit says.
The Plaintiffs allege Honda has known about the Accord oil defect for a long time, but continues to actively conceal the defect from consumers and deny there is a known problem.
As a result, the Accord oil defect forces consumers to constantly monitor oil levels in their vehicles and, worse, replace the oil at a rate “far exceeding their reasonable expectations and will eventually incur bills for repairs of components damaged by the oil’s corrosive byproducts.” Furthermore, the class action lawsuit continues, the defect causes “premature fouling” and requires the replacement of spark plugs – further costs incurred by the vehicle’s owner.
The Honda Accord class action lawsuit is brought on behalf of all current and former owners and lessees of a 2008, 2009, or 2010 Honda Accord vehicle who paid for a repair related to the defect or for oil replacements beyond what a reasonable consumer would expect.
The lawsuit is seeking damages, restitution and injunctive relief for violations of the Consumers Legal Remedies Act, the Unfair Competition Law, the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, and for breach of express warranty.
A copy of the Honda Accord Oil Defect Class Action Lawsuit can be read here.
The case is Alex Soto, et al. v. American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Case No. 12-cv-1377, U.S. District Court, Northern District of California.
UPDATE 1: Honda has agreed to a class action lawsuit settlement in this case. Details on how to file a claim coming soon.
UPDATE 2: This class action settlement now includes other Honda vehicles, including the Honda Accord, Odyssey and Crosstour. Details on how to file a claim to receive reimbursement for repair costs can be found here.
UPDATE 3: A federal judge granted final approval to the Honda engine misfire class action settlement at a March 21, 2014, Final Fairness Hearing.
UPDATE 4: Reimbursements from the Honda Engine Misfire Class Action Settlement were mailed July 14, 2014. A second wave of checks will go out this Fall, according to the Settlement Administrator. If you get a check, let us know!
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404 thoughts onHonda Accord Oil Defect Class Action Lawsuit
2008 Accord, just bought it 1 month ago and already replaced leaking drive shaft seal under warranty and also VTC actuator which is responsible for that grinding noise which I’m sure we all have. Car still makes grinding noise even after replacement, just so tired from all these annoying problems. Honda has the worst customer service I ever dealt with. My biggest issue is flickering lights when you turn on the heat or AC. We should start class action suit for this problem including excessive oil consumption but I think electrical problem is the most important concern. One day I almost crashed because another vehicle at the all way stop thought I’m letting him through by flickering my lights. It’s a huge safety issue and I believe it should be fixed first.
Toronto, Canada
How do you get involved in this lawsuit. I had the brake issues on my Honda Accord and now this, they are estimating $2300 in repairs. I bought the extended warranty and had 100 miles over the covered warranty amount. I am so frustrated, I bought a Honda because I thought I wouldn’t have the issues with repairs. Not going to buy another Honda after this.
I had the oil light come on two separate times, and thought that it was odd, considering all of my other Honda cars have never had such a problem. Is it worth it to have the oil consumption test? Does the consumer have to pay for the test if the car is out of the 36,000 warranty? Is it worth it if Honda isn’t owning up to the problem?
My 09 accord all start to show the signs:oil pressure lights up. Noise when revving up 1st and 2nd gear. 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? Also if i had to change the whole engine(short block?) Will that be covered under the 36k mile warranty?or the longest,power train related warranty??thank you for any info
I had experienced at 43900 miles. No.3 cylinder failed and a part of center electrode and insulator nose were gone. Caked oil on all over the firing end of plug. Honda replaced No.3 plug and updated software. It is currently under oil consumption test. Past 1000 miles and oil was at full level. It is going on 2000 miles test staring 11/21/2012. I requested to perform the compression test. Resulted 165 to 170 psi within service limit of 134.8 psi.
I wonder all the oil that was burned within No.3 cylinder can be shorten the engine life. My warranty runs out at 60,000 miles.
The guys that change my car’s oil know me as, “The only guy with a Honda that burns oil”. My ’08 accord burns about 1 quart per 1000 miles. The problem is growing worse. The carbon build-up in my engine is significant. Before tonight, I thought my car’s issue was unique.
I am hopeful that this class-action suit is successful. I had no hope up until now as Honda denies an issue other than a useless software update.
PS I am on my third set of brakes
My first brand new car. 2008 accord coupe. “Consumes” probably just over 1qt per 2K miles which sadly doens’t fail Honda’s “test”. It’s very variable though depending on driving. I should be checking the dipstick each week.. Multiple times now, not even a drop on the stick. Sigh. I need to trade this car away..
I have the exact same problem. this will be the 3rd time taking my 2008 v6 into the shop for plugs 1,2 and 3 fouling. burns oil like crazy!
Honda service tech claims check engine code was unreadable when they took it back for service even though the service manager saw the check engine light on. Was told that Honda says 1 qt of oil every 1000 mi is considered normal even though I’ve been a repeat Honda owner since the “70’s and never experienced such usage. I doubt Honda would sell many cars if they added that to the window sales sticker of a car boasting gas milage of 32mpg. Car still has has misfire in the engine even though the service tech said they didn’t feel it when they drove it
Have had the same issue, but burning more than a quart per thousand miles. Ridiculous. Will we be informed of our participation in this lawsuit? Anyone know when the trial date has been set?