2008 Honda Element vs 2009 Honda Element
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Honda Element | 2009 Honda Element |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 110 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 47 | 49 |
| Investigations | 4 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 20–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 44,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Element | Honda Element |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 23 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 23 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 23 | 3 |
| Structure | 14 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 1 |
| Visibility | 6 | 1 |
| Power Train | 4 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 17 | 7 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
2008 Honda Element
2009 Honda Element
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.