tomshadow91
WRV Brake Fluid Low
Summary of the thread
A 2020 Honda WRV owner noticed the brake fluid level warning light and strange feedback from the brake pedal, suspecting worn brakes. The issue was confirmed to be worn brake pads and rotors, with additional damage to a caliper. The suggested solution was a thorough brake inspection and repair, which resolved the problem.
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tomshadow91 (community.author)
Thanks for the quick reply! I haven't checked the pads and rotors super closely yet, just a quick visual. I don't have any record of the brakes being done in the service history. Do you remember what your eventual repair ended up being?
hannesnacht35
In my case, it was worn brake pads and rotors, as I suspected. Because the pads were severely worn, the caliper pistons had to extend further, using more fluid from the reservoir and triggering the low fluid warning. If you are not comfortable doing a brake job yourself, it's best to take it to a workshop. They will inspect the whole system and replace anything damaged.
tomshadow91 (community.author)
Thanks, I appreciate the advice! I took it to a local workshop and they confirmed it was indeed worn pads and rotors, as well as some damage to one of the calipers. The total repair cost was 480€. Thanks again for pointing me in the right direction with my brake problem!
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hannesnacht35
I have a WRV too and had a similar issue a while back. Brake fluid was low and pedal felt weird. Have you checked the brake pads and rotors closely? When were they last replaced? It could also be a leak somewhere in the brake system, but worn brakes are definitely the first place to look. A thorough brake inspection should point you in the right direction.