One problem related to brake whining noise has been reported for the 2008 Honda Element. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Honda Element based on all problems reported for the 2008 Element.
Rear brakes failed 2008 Honda Element heard whining noise 5 months prior in rear brakes. Dealer checked and said nothing found. 5 months later dealer said rear brakes 'gone' and unsafe to drive. 1/3 of one of rear rotors was missing/eroded away. Vehicle only had 24000 miles. Rotor and pads replaced. Internet search reveals multiple similar problems with Element . See: Elementownersclub. Com.