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2008 Honda Element

NHTSA has received 131 complaints about the 2008 Honda Element, and 26% of them involve brakes. After that come air bags (18%) and suspension (18%).

At a glance

Complaints
131 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Brakes 26% of complaints
Recalls
12
Fuel economy
20 to 22 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

NHTSA has received 131 complaints about the 2008 Honda Element, and 26% of them involve brakes. After that come air bags (18%) and suspension (18%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2008 Honda Element

Recalls

The 2008 Honda Element is affected by 12 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 12 recall campaigns for the 2008 Honda Element

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2008 Honda Element. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 22 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 20 city / 25 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

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