2009 Honda Accord Consumer Reviews Page 8

Displeased

Written by: John on 08/13/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Accord EX-L 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

Within first month, the brakes started to squeal…I have taken the car to the dealership 6 times & they could not fix it. After the fifth visit, the dealership admitted that Honda knows about this problem; apparently Honda has a Tech Line stating FRONT BRAKE SQUEAL and PREMATURE REAR PAD WEAR on 2008-09 Accord and Accord V6. In addition, I have problems with different buttons squeaking & the only thing they have done is spray oil on them. I have contacted Honda for help, nevertheless, nothing has happened… they are claiming Honda ENGINEERS are working on the brake problem (almost 2 years) & they are not willing to make an attempt to fix it by replacing the pads. I will NEVER buy a Honda.

Favorite Features

Outside looks nice

Suggested Improvements

Fix the brakes squealing...it has been going on since 2008! and inside trim.

10 out 13 people found this review helpful

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First Month, so far so good

Written by: First Time Honda on 08/13/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I'll try to be as critical as I can to give a good opinion. The problems other posters have mentioned, are definitely there though. First, the uncomfortable seats. Yes, I see what everyone means. I did end up buying a $12 seat cushion from Walmart that has made a difference. Seats aren't the best for long drives. Second, the "ECO" function, with switching from 6 to 4 cylinders is a little annoying as well. You have to learn how to optimize the accelerator pedal to minimize this. Navigation not as good as Lexus RX350, but I'm still learning it. Voice recognition not all that. Otherwise, I like the car, the look. It's not a sports car, but I'm pretty happy with it.

Favorite Features

Color: Black on Black. Gas mileage if I drive well.

Suggested Improvements

Navigation not as user friendly to find locations/businesses as I thought. Voice recognition pretty bad, especially since a lot of the commands have to be done via voice recog.

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Ugh...

Written by: Steve on 08/11/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Accord EX-L 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I was expecting this car to be quality. Hah I was so wrong. Obtrusive brake noise after 300 miles and the dealer said it's part of the design. Actually a customer was right behind complaining about her brakes too. Seats felt like they were made from steel or something because my backside fell asleep every time I drove more then 30 miles. Dash was ugly and the only pleasant thing I can offer for this car was the design is not bad.

Favorite Features

Nothing. I'm sorry but nothing.

Suggested Improvements

Everything. Go back to the drawing board Honda.

9 out 28 people found this review helpful

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Fifth Accord

Written by: Hoosier on 08/10/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Accord EX-L 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

This 2009 Accord EX-L 4 is the fifth Accord we have owned. The one traded in was a 2004 Accord EX-L and it was the best Accord of the previous group. Although I have only had the new one just over a week, it is much more refined than the 2004. Each Accord we have owned has always been more refined than the previous model and the 2009 is no exception. The fit and finish are superb! It drives with a great feel to it... similar to my 1999 BMW. I look forward to many happy miles with this car.

Favorite Features

Auto headlights, premium sound system, nimble handling.

Suggested Improvements

Left the bag hook off that was located in trunk! Hard to see information panel in bright daylight.

5 out 8 people found this review helpful

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Shouldn't need to "get used" to seats

Written by: dbdc22 on 08/10/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Accord EX-L 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

The seats (EX-L coupe) are simply awful for both me and my passenger. I get back pain, and my passenger gets neck pain from the head restraint. None of this was apparent on the test drive. Takes about 45 mins. or an hour to kick in. I have never had this experience in over 35 years of car ownership! Also don't like rear visibility. Can't see objects in rear quarter, and hard to tell where the rear bumper is in parking. Finally, low end torque with 190 Hp is still sub-par. On paper (and test drive) this is a fine car. Have owned two other Honda's with no problems. Unfortunately I let that sway my purchase. Am considering trading in for something else, with only 1100 miles.

Favorite Features

Steering wheel grip, interior fit and finish, external appearance.

Suggested Improvements

Totally new seats, more low end torque, more road feel with steering, make the car about 10% lighter/smaller.

3 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Stop complaining about the road noise!

Written by: Ken Harris on 08/09/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Accord EX-L 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

Yes, there is some road noise, however the suspension is firm to enhance the handling which is sporty. Coming from a 03 Infiniti G35, I actually like the firm ride and road feel which offers strong cornering and good tracking. I paid $23,300.00 for EX-L version with the 4 cylinder and I'm extremely happy with the purchase. The interior is very roomy and offers good comfort. The Accord has a unique design that offers a sporty Eurpoean look. I decided to go with the 4 cylinder as I'm tired making too many trips to the pump and paying the expensive price of premium fuel. I did sacrifice some acceleration, however it will save me dollars in long run when gas prices rise in the coming years.

Favorite Features

Roomy interior, unique design, excellent handling and strong performance for a 4 cylinder.

Suggested Improvements

The passenger seat should also have the power feature which is standard in all luxury vehicles.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Poor seat design

Written by: void on 08/08/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I've driven the car for 2.5K mile and is still searching for a comfortable seating position. This never happen in any cars I've own before. I won't buy Honda anymore no matter how reliable it is.

Favorite Features

Interior is huge.

Suggested Improvements

Change the driver seat design, and have a better stereo system; it sound poorly.

3 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Best car I've ever owned

Written by: Michael in Chicago on 08/07/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I really didn't want to buy a new car; but my '95 Volvo had reached the point where the repairs it needed exceeded it's book value. So... There was no major decision in my purchase; all of the research I'd done came up with the same two answers: Honda or Toyota. I drove a Civic and was appalled. I drove an Accord and was astonished. It handled like a dream. The I-4 motor was powerful, smooth and quiet. The 5- speed gearbox was a joy. Looks, compared with the Camry...no contest. The dark grey metallic paint...Oooh baby! At highway speeds, it will go about 500 miles on a tank of gas. I bought two Accords that day. The 2009 I'm driving now...and the 2019 I'll replace it with.

Favorite Features

Runs great, drives great, feels great. From most angles, looks great (like a 5-series Bimmer). I'm a fat old man, and I find the Accord very comfortable. They did go button happy with the center stack. Service calls have been a pleasure so far. I've just had it in twice for oil changes.

Suggested Improvements

My biggest dislike with this Honda Accord is that they upsized it. This is called the "Inspire" in Japan. I would have preferred the "world" sized Accord (sold in the U.S. as the Acura TSX) Would also have preferred a 6-speed manual with the 4-cylinder.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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wish i never bought it

Written by: bwb on 08/05/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Accord EX-L 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

i bought this honda after all the hype about the need to "get out of american made cars". i had a buick lacrosse that i loved but the gas mileage was beginning to get to me. gas was $4.00 per gallon at the time. i was actually looking for a small suv but my husband talked me out of that. i hate driving this car. rough ride, unbelievable road noise (my dealership told me to turn the radio up! hah!). the seats are the worse!! leather--but the most uncomfortable i have ever owned. long trips are miserable. have taken 2 now and the passenger seat is horrible. my girlfriend sat in the back seat--said it was ok but sure was noisy. i truly wish i had never bought this car.

Favorite Features

gas mileage is good. not what the dealership said it would get.

Suggested Improvements

improve the road noise. make seats more comfortable. power passenger seats. more powerful aceleration.

5 out 12 people found this review helpful

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09 Accord LX-P

Written by: david on 08/02/2009

Vehicle

2009 Honda Accord LX-P 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

We have had our Accord for two weeks. Our gas mileage averages 25 mpg with the best mileage being 31 mpg. My wife and i are very pleased with the car and found it both comfortable and easy to drive. The seat are firm but on long trips still comfortable. Road noise is not excessive and is related to the type of pavement.

Favorite Features

The AC is the best i have ever had, The car comes with many added safety features such side air bags and vehicle stability control. Engine performance is good as well as build quality

Suggested Improvements

Auto headlight control and outside air temp would be good additions but their absence should not be a deal breaker.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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