Structure Related Problems of the 2008 Honda Element

Table 1 shows three common structure related problems of the 2008 Honda Element. The number one most common problem is related to the body (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the structure (three problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Honda Element

Problem Category Number of Problems
Body problems
10
Structure problems
3
Frame And Members problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of the 2008 Honda Element

The Body problem

There is a massive rust spot under the driver side seating position where your feet would rest while driving. Seems as there isn't significant drainage holes in this area.   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2008 Honda Element. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear driver's side trailing arm fractured without warning. The contact was able to veer the vehicle off the road and turned off the vehicle.   Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

The contact owns a 2008 Honda Element. The contact stated while receiving a routine service at the dealer, the mechanic became aware that the rear driver’s side sub frame was rusted. The contact was informed that sub frame needed to be replaced and that the vehicle was unsafe to drive.   Read details...


Structure related problems in other Honda Element model year vehicles:



Element Service Bulletins
Element Safety Recalls
Element Defect Investigations