Honda Civic Defective Brake System Class Action

The braking system in 2008-2010 Honda Civics are defective, causing the front brake pads to wear out prematurely and putting drivers at significant risk, claims a class action lawsuit.

The Honda braking system class action lawsuit claims that even though Honda advertises how safe their Honda Civics are, they contain a defective braking system that requires the front brakes to be replaced every 10,000 to 15,000 miles – far more frequently than in a properly functioning braking system. Even though the brake defect is covered by Honda’s warranty, Honda has so far failed to repair the braking system defect under the warranty.

In addition to posing safety hazards, the cost to repair the braking system defect can be outrageous, forcing consumers to shell out hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars to prematurely replace the brake pad rotors, calipers and other brake-related components as a result of the system defect. Furthermore, the class action lawsuit states, Honda knew about the braking system defect in Civics, but concealed the defect along with the dangerous safety problems and associated repair costs.

“Honda knows of the braking system defect and knows that consumers do not anticipate having to inspect or replace the Class Vehicles’ front brake pads every 10,000 to 15,000 miles. Nevertheless, Honda has not told current owners and lessees of the Class Vehicles about the defect, has not disclosed the defect to purchasers and lessees of Class Vehicles, and continues to promote the braking system on the Class Vehicles,” states the Honda Civic class action lawsuit

The Honda Civic defective break class action lawsuit is brought on behalf of two classes: (1) all current owners or lessees of a 2008-2010 Honda Civic; and (2) all former owners or lessees of a 2008-2010 Civic who paid for a repair related to the braking system. It is seeking damages, restitution and other relief.

A copy of the Honda Civic Braking System Defect Class Action Lawsuit can be read here.