One problem related to brake grinding noise has been reported for the 2008 Honda Civic. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Honda Civic based on all problems reported for the 2008 Civic.
2008 Honda Civic VIN# [xxx] on June 5, 2009, I purchased a 2008 Honda Civic from white plains Honda located in white plains, NY for my 21-year old son. The purpose of this letter is regarding the ongoing brake problem he is experiencing. On October 1, 2009 (with only 17,223 miles on the car), my sons car was serviced at white plains Honda because of a grinding noise he was experiencing every time he would step on the brake. White plains Honda advised my son that he needed front brake pads and rotors. My mechanic advised me that brakes should last at least 30,000 miles. On the same day, my mechanic replaced 1 set of front disc brakes and 2 brake rotors. On March 26, 2010, my sons car again needed brake repair. At the time of service, there were 31,425 miles on the car which meant he added an additional 14,202 miles on the car since his last repair. Again, I have clarified from a few mechanics that brakes should last at least 30,000 miles. My mechanic advised me that there have been at least 4 Honda Civics he has serviced in his shop with the same brake problems. He can't figure out why there is a continuous problem with the brake wearing out on the driver's side. I have copies of all the repair receipts. I bought a Honda because I thought I was purchasing a reputable car for my son. In this economy, who can afford to replace brakes every 14,000 miles? information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).