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Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how used vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2008 Honda Element owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
"Rust pushes dust jacket onto rear rotors"
Anonymous, CT (2008 Honda Element EX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"The brushings had failed causing the frame to make a loud cracking sound. It cost $900 to replace them."
Anonymous A., AR (2008 Honda Element LX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"In the past 4 years have had both front window mechanisms fail. Two months ago it was the passenger side window. The window dropped suddenly inside the frame and I could get it up till it was fixed. Had the same thing happen on my previous 2003."
Anonymous, WA (2008 Honda Element 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Starter"
Anonymous, TX (2008 Honda Element EX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"ride not as tight"
Anonymous, GA (2008 Honda Element SC 2.4-L 4 Cyl)Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
"I have owned 3 used 2008 Honda Element vehicles in succession. All of them have had brake caliper failures, (seizing) and premature brake rotor failures. Other makes of cars I have owned have never had this kind of consistent rotor and caliper failure issue."
Anonymous, PA (2008 Honda Element EX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"We have had 3 Elements. Brakes seem yo be the only consistent problem, and usually the calipers. Brakes tend to be noisy no matter what, so hard to tell if a problem or not."
Anonymous A., NY (2008 Honda Element 2.4-L 4 Cyl)Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
"I have owned three 2008 Honda Element vehicles in succession. All have had front end tie rod issues and have needed replacement with related bushings. Perhaps this is normal? As all of these vehicles had more than 125,000 miles on them when I bought them."
Anonymous, PA (2008 Honda Element EX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Had bearings replaced and went bad again right after."
Anonymous A., NY (2008 Honda Element 2.4-L 4 Cyl)Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
"I experienced a knocking noise that turned out to involve the catalytic converter and cage around it and that disclosed a worn transmission mount."
Anonymous, WA (2008 Honda Element EX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
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"I experienced a knocking noise that turned out to involve the catalytic converter and cage around it and that disclosed a worn transmission mount."
Anonymous, WA (2008 Honda Element EX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)