2022 Honda Accord: Rear brakes hum loud when reversing
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2022 Accord report: rear brakes hum loud when reversing. CarComplaints.com lists 2 owner complaints, average mileage 8,000 miles.
NHTSA has 27 owner complaints for the 2022 Accord in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11769178 (filed 10/05/2026): “While driving my honda on a highway at approximately 65 mph after rainfall, i experienced a serious and potentially life-threatening safety failure. without warning, the steering wheel suddenly became locked/restricted, making it extremely difficult to control…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11758387 (filed 08/20/2026): “1) incident 1: while changing lanes on an empty street emergency brake kicked in although there is vehicle in front or rear in adjacent lane. incident date: 08/6/2026 2) incident 2: during snow time on a free way i75 towards airport. aeb kicked in multiple tim…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: none clearly reported. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Pads and rotors are a common DIY job with hand tools and a jack; ABS/hydraulic faults need a scan tool. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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