2004 HONDA CR-V Problems & Complaints
Real owner complaints and problems reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). View common issues by component.
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
128 complaints
WHILE DRIVING FROM SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TO NORTHERN CALIFORNIA, THE AC WAS WORKING JUST FINE WHEN A HIGH PITCHED SQUEAL STARTED COMING FROM THE ENGINE. LIFTING MY FOOT OFF THE GAS SEEMED TO HELP AND THE NOISE WENT AWAY, BUT THE NOISE CAME BACK, AND A THUMPING SOUND STARTED TO COME THROUGH AND A SMALL POP HAPPENED, SENDING SOME SORT OF BLACK CANISTER SHOOTING OUT FROM UNDER MY CAR AND ONTO THE FREEWAY. I PULLED OVER AND CHECKED THE CAR FOR DAMAGE, NOT SEEING ANY MAJOR MARKS ON THE ENGINE AND NO LIQUIDS LEAKING FROM THE CAR. ONLY WHEN I REACHED MY DESTINATION AND THE CAR WOULD BLOW BOILING HOT AIR OUT OF THE VENTS DID I NOTICE AND ISSUE. THE DEALER DID AN INSPECTION OF THE CAR, AND TOLD ME THE AC HAD LITERALLY FALLEN OUT OF THE ENGINE BLOCK. I DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW A MAJOR PIECE OF A VEHICLE CAN FALL OUT, AND NOT BE ABLE TO BE REPLACED WITHOUT PAYING $2,000. *TR
Mar 01, 2015
I HAVE A 2004 HONDA CR-V. I HAD MY AC ON AND IT BEGAN TO GRIND. AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT WAS MY MOTOR, BUT SOON REALIZED IT WAS MY AIR CONDITIONER UNIT. I TOOK IT TO THE HONDA DEALERSHIP, AND THEY CHECKED IT OUT. COST FOR THE DIAGNOSTIC - $106.00 COST TO FIX IT: $4000.00 DIAGNOSIS:A/C COMPRESSOR FAILED. ALL THE A/C PARTS ARE INTERNALLY CONTAMINATED WITH METAL FROM THE COMPRESSOR. NEEDS A/C KIT (C) AND CLUTCH AND COIL. I HAVE BEEN CHECKING ONLINE AND MANY 2003 AND 2004 HONDA CRV'S HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM, BUT NO RECALL. I DON'T HAVE THAT MONEY TO SPEND, YET NEED AIR CONDITIONING. IS THIS FAIR FOR HONDA TO IGNORE THIS ISSUE AND COST THEIR FAITHFUL CUSTOMERS SO MUCH MONEY WHEN THIS PROBLEM DID EXIST IN THOSE YEAR MODELS? CAN YOU HELP? *TR
Sep 13, 2013
THE VEHICLE WAS ON THE ROAD GOING 60 MPH WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN HEARD LIKE A EXPLOSION SOUND AND IT MADE US SCARED AND MADE US NERVOUS TO DRIVE IT WE HAVE PUT 3 COMPRESSORS TOTAL. 2 COMPRESSOR ALONE AND ANOTHER COMPRESSOR WITH THE WHOLE THINGS LIKE FANS, RADIATOR,FOR AIR CONDITIONER HOSE,ETC, EVERYTHING. VERY COSTLY AND REGARDLESS IT HAS THE SAME PROBLEM NOT WORKING. I DON'T KNOW IF ITS A SAFETY ISSUE BUT IT SHOULD BE BECAUSE I THINK IF IT MAKES THAT EXPLOSION SOUND THAT STUFF COMES OUT TO THE AIR. HONDA ERRORS ARE COSTING THE CONSUMERS A LOT OF MONEY IT SHOULD BE A RECALL AND FIX AND REFUNDED IF POSSIBLE. I BROUGHT THIS CAR IN 2006 AND WILL NOT PURCHASE ANOTHER ONE. PLEASE IF ANYTHING CAN BE DONE SO THAT HONDA FIND A SOLUTION TO THIS BLACK DEATH ISSUE THAT'S WHAT THE COMPLAINERS AND MECHANICS ARE CALLING IT. I WOULD BE SO GRATEFUL WITH THIS ECONOMY ITS SUCH A HARDSHIP. AND LIVING IN FLORIDA THE HEAT IS UNBEARABLE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND EFFORT. *TR
May 30, 2013
THE AIR CONDITIONER AND ALL COMPONENTS STOPPED WORKING SUDDENLY - I HAVE AROUND 110,000 MILES ON THE CRV. THE DEALER SAYS THE WHOLE SYSTEM NEEDS TO BE REPLACED DUE TO METAL AND CONTAMINATION IN THE LINES, COST IS AROUND $2200.00. I SEE THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH CRV'S. WHY IS THERE NO RECALL? I THINK WE SHOULD GET IT REPLACED FOR FREE. *TR
Sep 01, 2011
AIRCONDITIONER STOPPED WORKING AFTER HEARING A BANG AND HISS. *TR
May 19, 2011
+ 123 more complaints for this component
AIR BAGS
82 complaints
While cruising down a standard roadway around 40 mph, the passenger side/seat airbag randomly deployed for no apparent reason. The sound and shock of the airbag deployment nearly caused me to lose control the vehicle because it was so loud and unexpected.
Jun 04, 2024
Honda is not honoring their commitment to make service available for the recalls on this vehicle, which includes the Takata airbag. I am attempting to make an appointment at my local Honda Dealer Paragon Honda in Woodside, NY on 6/28. There are no service appointments available through the end of December. I had the same problem about two years ago when I attempted to speak to a person at the dealership. They have made this impossible. Because I live in NYC it is not reasonable to commute to the next closest dealer because that would require bridges and tolls. This is unaccaptable.
Jun 28, 2021
NOT A COMPLAINT BUT I HAD MY PASSENGER AIRBAG REPLACED JUNE 26, 2015. RECEIVED A NEW RECALL IN JULY 2015 BUT WAS TOLD IT DID NOT APPLY THAT IT WAS COVERED IN THE JUNE 2015 REPAIRS. JUST NEED TO VERIFY IF THE RECALL IS A RECALL OF THE RECALL. CONFUSED YET?
Aug 17, 2020
I WAS INVOLVED IN A HIGH SPEED MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT ON CA980. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I BROUGHT MY HONDA CRV IN FOR RECALL FOR THE AIRBAGS IN ~JAN 2020 TO GET THIS RECALL FIXED, SO I DO NOT KNOW WHAT HAPPENED.
Mar 29, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE REGARDING NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V501000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO SMART HONDA DES MOINES (11206 HICKMAN RD, DES MOINES, IA 50325, 515-253-3040) TO BE SERVICED FOR THE RECALL. THE CONTACT WAS THEN INFORMED THAT DUE TO A DEFECTIVE STUD, THE ENTIRE AIR BAG MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALER ATTEMPTED TO ORDER THE PART FROM ANOTHER DEALER; HOWEVER, THE DEALER WOULD NOT RELEASE THE PART. THE DEALER ATTEMPTED TO RETRIEVE THE NEEDED PART FROM VARIOUS DEALERS AND MANUFACTURERS, BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. THE DEALER DID NOT PROVIDE AN OFFICIAL TIMEFRAME AS TO WHEN THE PART WOULD BE AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. *PM*JB
Oct 17, 2019
+ 77 more complaints for this component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
41 complaints
The contact purchased a 2004 Honda CR-V. The vehicle was a private sale on July 17, 2025. The contact stated that after obtaining the Carfax Report, the contact noticed that the previous odometer reading indicated that the mileage was 300,000. The contact stated that the seller's advertisement indicated that the vehicle had low mileage. In addition, the contact stated that when the vehicle was purchased, the odometer indicated the mileage was 124,000. The seller was not made aware of the issue.
Aug 26, 2025
The contact owns a 2004 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while attempting to restart the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V573000 (Electrical System) however, neither the VIN nor the year, make, or model was included. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 318,370.
Aug 16, 2023
The locking actuator gradually started going, where the locking knob would go down or up slowly as if it was stuck. Then one day the rear doors stopped working, then the front doors started to go. I have to unlock by key or manually inside the vehicle. Not only that though, I started having a weird not start situation. I tested the alternator and starter and were in good margin so I replaced the battery and it worked for a day then wouldn't start up the next day. All the interior lights are off just in case there was some sort of parasitic outlet that is constantly draining the battery. Ive gone through 3 batteries and was about to replace the starter in case there was a bad cell until I found out that the 2004 honda crv community has 600+ complaints for the door actuators draining the battery for this vehicle. There should be a recall and this should be covered at 100% or at least a percentage.
Aug 07, 2023
Front and rear driver side windows stop working after heavy rain. There was a safety recall for this, however my VIN is not included but I believe it should be.
May 13, 2023
POWER WINDOWS DO NOT WORK
Mar 06, 2021
+ 36 more complaints for this component
EQUIPMENT
26 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE AIR CONDITIONER FAILED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE TEST RESULTS SHOWED A FAULTY AIR COMPRESSOR THAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT DID NOT REPAIR THE AIR COMPRESSOR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD BECOME EXTREMELY HOT DURING WARM WEATHER AND THE LACK OF AIR CONDITIONER MADE IT DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 133,000.
Jun 15, 2012
2004 HONDA CR-V. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEM WITH A/C UNIT BLOWING WARM AIR.*TGW THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE AIR COMPRESSOR WAS BAD. *JB
Oct 27, 2011
2004 HONDA CR-V A/C COMPRESSOR FAILED @ 80,000 MILES, DEALER AND HONDA ARE AWARE OF THE MANY COMPLAINTS AND FAILURES, BUT WILL NOT STAND BEHIND THE KNOWN PROBLEM. THE DEALER WANTS $2400 AND SAID THAT THE A/C PROBLEM WILL REOCCUR AGAIN. *KB
Jul 19, 2011
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR EXPLODED. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN AND WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED ABOUT THE COMPRESSOR FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT FAILED AGAIN. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 60,000.
Nov 30, 2010
MY 2004 HONDA CR-V'S AIR CONDITIONING STOPPED WORKING ON THE AFTERNOON OF 9/24/10. THE AIR BLOWING OUT SEEMED TO BE WARM. I MADE AN APPOINTMENT AT A LOCAL SERVICE STATION TO INSPECT THE A/C FOR THE FOLLOWING MORNING, 9/25/10. THE MECHANIC REMOVED THE LOWER PANEL A/C COMPRESSOR AND SHOWED ME A HOLE THAT WAS CAUSED BY THE A/C COMPRESSOR "EXPLODING" OUTWARD. THERE WERE A FEW METAL SHARD PIECES LEFT IN THE PLASTIC PANEL THAT COVERS THAT AREA OF THE VEHICLE. THE MECHANIC SAID THAT HE HAD HEARD OF THIS HAPPENING BUT HAD NEVER SEEN IT. ACCORDING TO THE MECHANIC, HIS PARTS SUPPLIER SAID THAT THEY HEAR OF THIS OFTEN. BOTH BELIEVE THERE IS A MANUFACTURING ISSUE WITH THE COMPRESSORS. DUE TO THE WAY THAT THE A/C SYSTEM IN THE HONDA IS SET UP, THE ENTIRE THING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. FORTUNATELY MY MECHANIC WAS GENEROUS WITH HIS COSTS AND LABOR CHARGES. IT COST $1313.52 TO FIX. I CHECKED ONLINE FOR A RECALL AND CALLED HONDA AMERICA. THERE IS NO CURRENT RECALL BUT I FOUND AN ONLINE DISCUSSION THREAD WITH BETTER THAN 900 COMMENTS OF FOLKS WHO ALL HAD SIMILAR ISSUES WITH THEIR HONDA CR-V A/C COMPRESSORS. IHTTP://WWW.TOPIX.COM/FORUM/AUTOS/HONDA-CR-V/TU0OKFJGV9V3F3FGL/P49 IT APPEARS THAT THE DEALERSHIPS ARE CHARGING AROUND $3000 TO FIX THIS ISSUE. I SHOULD MENTION THAT I HAD PURCHASED AN EXTENDED WARRANTY BUT MY CAR HAS 160,000 MILES ON IT. THIS ISSUE SEEMS TO OCCUR AT VARIOUS MILEAGES. IN SOME CASES, THE METAL SHARDS THAT BLOW OFF OF THE COMPRESSOR CAN EITHER SLICE INTO THE TIRES OR MAKE A HOLE IN THE OIL PAN. I GUESS I WAS "LUCKY" IT DIDN'T DO MORE DAMAGE. *TR
Oct 05, 2010
+ 21 more complaints for this component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
21 complaints
While driving down the freeway at 6:00 AM in the morning, the headlights flashed on and then off intermittently. I thought nothing of it and then they went out completely and would not come back on right away. I was driving in complete darkness and thankfully the bright headlights still worked. After this incident, my left headlight completely stopped working and the right-side low beam will come on intermittently. The bulb in the left side appears to be working and I replaced it and it still doesn't come on.
Sep 19, 2023
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT NOTICED WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE LOW BEAN HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE REPLACED THE BULB AND CHECKED THE FUSE BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT CALLED TAMERON HONDA DEALER, (1675 MONTGOMERY HWY, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35216, (205) 396--3108) AND SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VIN WAS NOT PART OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 04V086000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 71,400.
Jan 21, 2020
HEAD LIGHTS JUST TURN OFF AND I DON'T TOUCH THE SWITCH, THE HIGH BEAM WORK FINE. NO WARNING THEY JUST GO OFF AND DON'T WORK ON THE LOWER STANDARD SETTING BOTH LIGHTS.
Dec 24, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LOW BEAM HEADLAMPS FAILED TO OPERATED WITHOUT WARNING. STOKES HONDA (8650 RIVERS AVE, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29406) WAS CONTACTED AND AN APPOINTMENT WAS SCHEDULED; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V136000(EXTERIOR LIGHTING), BUT THE VIN WAS EXCLUDED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 140,000.
Nov 29, 2017
WHILE DRIVING HOME TONIGHT, AFTER DARK, BOTH LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT AT THE SAME TIME. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO SWITCH THEM TO HIGH BEAM, WHICH WORKED. UPON ARRIVING HOME, SPOKE WITH MY HUSBAND WHO CHECKED AND CONFIRMED THAT BOTH LIGHTS WOULD NOT WORK, BUT NO EVIDENCE THEY HAD BURNT OUT. A CHECK ON THE INTERNED INDICATED THAT NHTSA RECALL # 12V-136 WAS ISSUED. WE HAVE OWNED THIS CAR SINCE NEW AND DO NOT RECALL RECEIVING ANY RECALL NOTICE. A SEARCH OF THIS SIDE BY VIN NUMBER DID NOT SHOW THE RECALL. A SEARCH BY MODEL NUMBER DID. WE WILL CONTACT THE HONDA DEALER AS SOON AS THEY ARE OPEN. *TR
Feb 27, 2015
+ 16 more complaints for this component
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
18 complaints
I just saw a recall on some 2004 honda crv models about the window switch. Mine went faulty a couple years ago and I cannot use 1 window. The dealer said it was the switch then, but it was somewhere around $1000 to fix so I decided to just not use the window. I just saw the recall and checked my VIN which says itsnot affected. How do I get this fixed? Thank you.
Jun 06, 2021
The Air Conditioner began making a loud noise under the hood then it began making a rattling noise. When I turned it on it blew warm air. Now I don’t get the noise only warm air. I took 2004 Honda CR-V to the shop to get checked out. I rec’d an estimate of $1,800. This vehicle’s A/C compressor motor is directly under the motor making it difficult to remove/repair/replace. The clutch engaging the compressor is not working ** due to the heat of the motor. Honda: This is a very poor placement for an A/C compressor.
Jun 01, 2021
DOOR LOCKS LEEP FAILING
Dec 16, 2020
I AM NO LONGER OWNER OF THIS VEHICLE AND CONTINUE TO RECEIVE RECALL LETTERS AND VOICEMAILS.
Nov 30, 2019
IS THERE A RECALL ON THE AC COMPRESSOR?
Jul 06, 2019
+ 13 more complaints for this component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
13 complaints
The headlights on both sides, specifically the low beams, will almost randomly turn off for up to 30 seconds. I used to drive about 90 miles at night, and on the highway this is dangerous since the speed limit is 65mph. It’s a danger to other people on the road since it’s incredibly difficult to see with the headlights turn off like that. It’s happened multiple times on my ~90 mile trips but have not taken it to a dealer for it to be checked. After the headlights come back on, it’s rare that it happens again but has happened multiple times within a quick span of each other. I’m quick to turn the high beams on, since they are still functional during this time. I don’t want to blind the vehicle in front of me by potentially shining the high beams through their rear view mirror. There were no warning lamps or messages prior to the problem occurring nor after. The vehicle is available to be inspected.
Sep 06, 2024
NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: 12V-136 / SERVICE BULLETIN 12-023 - - THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE, REDUCING DRIVER VISIBILITY AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. THE PROBLEM HAPPENS WHEN PARKED OR DRIVING, CITY OR HIGHWAY TRAVEL.
Sep 14, 2017
I HAVE GONE THROUGH 3 SEPARATE RIGHT LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS IN THE PAST THREE YEARS, GOT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR A SHORT IN THE HEADLIGHT SYSTEM, HAD IT FIXED, AND YET THE RIGHT HEADLIGHT KEEPS GOING OUT, EVEN THOUGH THE BULB IS NOT BURNED OUT. DEALER HAS NO IDEA WHAT IS WRONG, AND BELIEVES IT TO BE A FUSE ISSUE. THIS CAR IS ABSOLUTELY FALLING APART. *TR
Mar 01, 2015
I WAS GOING TO DRIVE TO WORK THIS MORNING AT 6:30AM AND MY HEADLIGHTS WOULD NOT TURN ON. MY HIGH BEAMS WORKED FINE BUT MY NORMAL LIGHTS DID NOT. I HAD NOTICED A BURNING ODOR A FEW DAYS PRIOR THROUGH MY VENTS. I TOOK THE CAR TO MY MECHANIC THIS MORNING AND THE HEADLIGHT PROBLEM WAS DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTION AND THE WIRES HAD BEEN MELTED THAT ARE ASSOCIATED WITH THE HEADLIGHTS. THANKFULLY I HAD NOT BEEN DRIVING AT NIGHT TIME WHEN THIS PROBLEM OCCURRED. I HAD TO GET A KIT TO REPLACE THE WIRING. THIS ENDED UP BEING AN EXPENSIVE REPAIR. *TR
Mar 26, 2012
BOTH LOWBEAM LIGHTS WENT OUT SIMULTANEOUSLY WHILE DRIVING. *TR
Dec 18, 2011
+ 8 more complaints for this component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
11 complaints
THIS HAS HAPPENED MORE THEN ONCE. I WOULD BE GETTING GAS, AND WHEN THE PUMP CLICKED TO INDICATE THAT IT WAS FULL I WOULD TAKE THE NOZZLE OUT AND THE GAS WOULD COME SPILLING OUT OF THE TANK ALL OVER THE SIDE OF THE CAR AND DOWN THE TIRE. THIS IS VERY CONCERNING TO ME. IM AFFRAID OF A FIRE. I HAVEN'T TAKEN IT TO MY MECHANIC YET. I HAVE SEEN SEVERAL COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS. I REALLY HOPE HONDA LOOKS INTO THIS. *JS
Feb 24, 2015
THE GAS OVERFLOWS WHEN FILLING THE TANK. IT LITERALLY FOUNTAINS OUT OF THE TANK. THE GAS RUNS DOWN THE SIDE OF THE CAR ONTO THE TIRES AND BRAKES. I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THE RISK OF FIRE WHEN THAT GAS HITS HOT BRAKES. I SEE SEVERAL OTHER COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE SAME PROBLEM ON VARIOUS WEBSITES, INCLUDING HONDA'S SITE. I BOUGHT THE CAR NEW IN 2004. I HAD NO PROBLEM FOR A YEAR. THEN SUDDENLY THE GAS OVERFLOWED ONE DAY WHEN FILLING THE TANK. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP IMMEDIATELY. THEY COULDN'T REPLICATE THE PROBLEM AND SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO. OVER THE NEXT FOUR OR FIVE YEARS THE GAS OVERFLOWED SPORADICALLY, PROBABLY 3 OR 4 TIMES OVER FIVE YEARS. I ALMOST ALWAYS USE MARATHON GAS. I DON'T OVERFILL THE TANK. WHEN THE PUMP CLICKS OFF, I TYPICALLY WAIT A SECOND, AND THEN REMOVE THE NOZZLE. I WILL PUT THE NOZZLE BACK ON THE PUMP AND THEN TURN TO PUT THE GAS CAP ON, AND SPORADICALLY, I FIND THE GAS LITERALLY FOUNTAINING OUT OF THE TANK. IN JUNE OR JULY 2009, IT HAPPENED AGAIN ON A VERY HOT DAY AND I WAS EXTREMELY CONCERNED. I DROVE IMMEDIATELY TO THE DEALERSHIP AGAIN AND THIS TIME THEY INFORMED ME THAT A VALVE, INTEGRAL TO THE GAS TANK, HAD GONE BAD AND THAT THE ENTIRE TANK WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THAT WAS DONE. ALL WAS FINE FOR THE NEXT 20 MONTHS. BUT JUST LAST WEEK, THE SAME PROBLEM HAPPENED AGAIN. I AM VERY, VERY CONCERNED ABOUT A POSSIBLE FIREBALL HAPPENING BECAUSE THE GASOLINE FOUNTAINS OUT OF THE TANK, RUNS DOWN THE SIDE OF THE CAR, HITTING THE TIRES AND BRAKES, AND THEN POOLS ONTO THE GROUND. I'VE HAD PROBABLY A HALF LITER OF GASOLINE FOUNTAIN OUT LIKE THAT. PLEASE LOOK AT THE OTHER COMPLAINTS THAT HAVE BEEN FILED. THIS IS TRULY A SAFETY HAZARD. I AM BEGINNING TO THINK IT WOULD BE SAFER FOR ME TO HAVE MY CHILD OUTSIDE OF THE CAR WHEN REFUELING THIS VEHICLE. IT'S TRULY SCARY WHEN IT HAPPENS. THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR LOOKING INTO THIS PROBLEM. I AM WAITING FOR HONDA'S RESOLUTION AND REPAIR NOW. *TR
May 17, 2011
BOUGHT A 2004 HONDA CRV. WARNING LIGHT INDICATED PROBLEM WITH GAS CAP BUT DEALER COULDN'T SPECIFY CAUSE. CAN'T ADD ANY GAS AFTER IT INITIALLY STOPS, REGARDLESS OF HOW FULL TANK IS, OTHERWISE SPILLAGE OCCURS. *TR
Jul 08, 2009
WHEN FUELING THE AUTO SHUT OFF DOES NOT WORK LEADING TO FUEL SPILL. IF IT DOES CLICK OFF THERE IS ALWAYS A BACKWASH OF EXCESS FUEL SPILLING OUT OF FILLER TUBE. *NM
Oct 10, 2005
PURCHASED 2004 HONDA CRV EX 8/04. UPON FILLING THE GAS TANK, GAS SPURTS OUT WHILE PULLING OUT THE NOZZLE FROM THE TANK. I'VE HAD GAS LAND ON MY LEGS AND QUITE A PUDDLE ON THE GROUND. TALKED WITH SERVICES ADVISORS AT HONDA TWICE ABOUT IT AND WAS TOLD THEY'VE NEVER HEARD OF SUCH A THING -- TRY HOLDING THE NOZZLE IN FOR 3 SECONDS AFTER FILLING -- SHOULD TAKE CARE OF THE PROBLEM -- IT DIDN'T! THIS PROBLEM OCCURS EVERY TIME YOU FILL UP. THE ONLY TIME IT DOESN'T IS WHEN YOU DON'T PUT THE NOZZLE ALL THE WAY INTO THE FILLING NECK. SEEMS A VACUUM IS MADE WHEN YOU DO AND UPON RETRACTING THE NOZZLE IT RELEASES AND GAS SPURTS OUT. I REPORTED THIS AGAIN TO A SERVICE ADVISOR AT HONDA 8/05 AND I'VE BEEN REQUESTED TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN ON 8/19/05 TO TAKE A LOOK AT IT. I NOTICED ONE OTHER COMPLAINT ABOUT THIS ISSUE ON YOUR WEBSITE. WHATEVER HAPPENED TO THEIR CONCERN? *JB
Aug 18, 2005
+ 6 more complaints for this component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
10 complaints
The contact owns a 2004 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that after entering the vehicle, the power lock would not engage on the passenger’s side front door. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent however, had gradually become constant and all the door locks failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that the battery would be drained by the door lock actuators and had to be replaced. Additionally, the contact stated that the liftgate warning light would be illuminated with the liftgate closed. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that all the door lock actuators needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to Technical Service Bulletin: 14-083 and 14-084 Door Actuators (Latches, Locks, and Linkages). The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
May 19, 2023
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNOCCUPIED, PARKED AND POWERED ON, THE DOORS LOCKED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT WAS LOCKED OUT OF THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE WAS SPORADIC. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN MADE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
Feb 11, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER AND DRIVER'S SIDE POWER DOOR LOCKS FAILED TO LATCH AND UNLATCH WHEN BEING ACCESSED. IN ADDITION, THE REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE POWER DOOR LOCK WOULD NOT FUNCTION WHEN ENTERING AND EXITING THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE DEFECT. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 87,000.
Sep 18, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE POWER DOOR LOCKS WOULD ACTIVATE INDEPENDENTLY AND WITHOUT HER USING THE KEY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 150,000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
Nov 26, 2012
FAULTY DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS IN HONDA CRV. THREE OF MY DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS HAVE FAILED SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE NEW. THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED WITHIN 5 YRS, THEN THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR, AND NOW ONE OF THE REAR DOORS. THE CAR IS NOT DRIVEN OFTEN AND HAS UNDER 70,000 MILES ON IT. A FAILURE OF 3 DOORS CAUSES GREAT CONCERN OF QUALITY AND SAFETY. *TR
Mar 22, 2012
+ 5 more complaints for this component
TIRES
10 complaints
BOUGHT 4 NEW GOODYEAR ASSURANCE FUEL MAX TIRES FOR MY HONDA CR-V IN AUG 2012. RIGHT AFTER BEING PUT ON, NOTICED LITTLE BULGES IN EACH TIRE ON OUTSIDE, BUT THE TIRE COMPANY PERSONNEL CLAIMED IT WAS NORMAL. AFTER MORE TIME, IT NEVER WENT AWAY AND THE TIRES BEGAN GETTING A LARGER BULGE. MY MECHANIC TOLD ME THEY SEEMED DEFECTIVE. I TRIED 3 X TO GET THE TIRE STORE TO REPLACE THEM, THEY SAID THEY WERE OK...THEY LOOSE AIR FREQUENTLY, AND MAKE A TERRIBLE THUMPING SOUND WHEN I DRIVE. THESE ARE NOT GOOD TIRES AND I HAVEN'T EVEN COME CLOSE TO THE MILEAGE WARRANTY ON THESE. I WILL NOW CONTACT GOODYEAR DIRECTLY AFTER READING SOME OF THE SIMILAR COMPLAINTS WITH THESE TIRES. *TR
Feb 10, 2015
YOKOHAMA CAR TIRES. CHECKING/CRACKING ON ALL 4 TIRES. TIRES ARE LOSING AIR BECAUSE OF CRACKING ALL THE TIME. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE! LESS THAN 35,000 MILE WEAR ON TIRES. WARRANTY IS FOR 60,000 MILES P205/70R15 95T. OTHER NUMBERS ON TIRES - S316 W4850L-2 AND 8224010. YOKOHAMA TIRE COMPLAINS OF CRACKING ARE REPORTED NUMEROUS TIMES ON THE WEB. AN INVESTIGATION NEEDS TO BE PURSUED. *JS
Dec 01, 2014
ON APRIL 11 2009 I PURCHASED FOUR NEW BRIDGESTONE DUELLER H/T 684 TIRES FOR MY 2004 HONDA CRV. ON APRIL 23 I HAD R & M AUTOMOTIVE IN NORTHRIDGE, CA ALIGN THE WHEELS ON THE CRV. R & M IS MY REGULAR MECHANIC FOR THIS CAR. THE MILEAGE AT THAT TIME WAS 83875. ON NOVEMBER 26, 2009 I NOTICED EXPOSED STEEL BELTS ON THE LEFT REAR TIRE AND EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE OTHER THREE TIRES. THE CAR MILEAGE WAS 92763. I WAS TOLD THIS EXTREME TIRE WEAR WAS THE RESULT OF IMPROPER ALIGNMENT WHEN I TOOK THE CAR TO THE STORE WHERE I BOUGHT THEM. THEY DID HOWEVER NOTE THAT IT WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE ON THE LEFT REAR TIRE AND INSTALLED THE SPARE TIRE. I THEN TOOK THE CAR TO R & M WHERE THEY CHECKED THE ALIGNMENT AND FOUND NOTHING WRONG. R& M THOUGHT IT WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE ON THE TIRES AND OFFERED TO PROVIDE A RENTAL. R& M REPLACED THE TIRES AT NO COST. I STILL HAVE THE TIRES IN MY POSSESSION AND I BELIEVE THEY WERE FLAWED FROM THE MANUFACTURER. I WAS EXTREMELY LUCKY THAT I DISCOVERED THIS SITUATION BEFORE I WAS ON THE FREEWAY. THE TIRES HAD ONLY 8,400 MILES ON THEM AND I WASN'T CHECKING THEM BECAUSE I THOUGHT THEY WERE GOOD FOR ANOTHER 30,000 MILES. I HAVE USED THESE TIRES BEFORE AND THEY PERFORMED WELL AND I GOT 40-50,000 MILES OF WEAR. *TR
Dec 06, 2009
THE WHEELS ON 2 OF MY TIRES ARE LEAKING AIR. *TR
Sep 22, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CRV. THE VEHICLE HAS GOODYEAR VIVA-TURING TIRES, SIZE P205-70R15. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BEGAN TO SHAKE. BEFORE SHE COULD MOVE TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD, THE TIRE CAME APART. THE FENDER, DOOR, AND HEADLIGHTS WERE DAMAGED, AND THE CABLES WERE LOOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE THREAD FAILED. THE CONTACT FILED A COMPLAINT WITH GOODYEAR. HER INSURANCE COMPANY WILL INVESTIGATE AND FORWARD THE TIRE TO GOODYEAR. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 100,000.
May 21, 2008
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
10 complaints
I WAS ACCELERATING AT A YIELD SIGN TO MERGE ONTO THE MAIN ROAD. I REALIZED THE CAR WAS ACCELERATING MORE THAN IT SHOULD BE AND WAS QUICKLY APPROACHING A VERY UNSAFE SPEED FOR THIS ROAD (APPROX 60-70 MPH). FELT THE ACCELERATOR DEPRESSING ITSELF FURTHER AS I COMPLETELY REMOVED MY FOOT FROM THE PEDAL. ACCELERATION CONTINUED, AND RPMS WERE APPROACHING THE RED ZONE OF 6000-7000. NOT KNOWING WHAT ELSE TO DO, I PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE EXCESSIVE REVVING AND RPMS CONTINUED FOR ABOUT 30 SECONDS BEFORE SUDDENLY GOING TO 0. CAR WAS STILL RUNNING AND I WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING, BUT NOW I'M WORRIED THIS MAY HAPPEN AGAIN IN LESS FORGIVING CONDITIONS. *TR
Jan 20, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSIS. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY WAS DEFECTIVE. THEY REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN HOME, HE WAS LEAVING HIS RESIDENCE AND THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING AT 2,800 RPM'S. THE CONTACT REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN TO 50 MPH. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT HIS FOOT WAS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DURING THE FAILURE. IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE FROM ACCELERATING THE CONTACT HAD TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND THEY HAD A REPRESENTATIVE PICK UP THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED WHEN THE REPRESENTATIVE OPERATED THE VEHICLE. THE DIAGNOSIS WAS UNKNOWN. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT HE DID NOT TAKE THE VEHICLE TO THE PROPER DEALER TO BE REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 182,200.
May 16, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CRV. THE CONTACT WAS REVERSING 3 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED FORWARD AND CRASHED INTO A BRICK WALL. THE AIR BAGS THEN DEPLOYED AND THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A CONCUSSION AND INJURIES TO THE KNEE. THE CONTACT WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL VIA AMBULANCE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACTS PLACE OF RESIDENCE AND BEING HANDLED THROUGH HER INSURANCE COMPANY. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THAT THEY WOULD SEND A REPRESENTATIVE TO INSPECT THE FAILURE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 63,326.
Feb 23, 2011
STEPPED ON THE ACCELERATOR TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE AND THROTTLE STUCK AT FULL SPEED. PUMPED ACCELERATOR TO NO AVAIL. APPLIED EMERGENCY BRAKE AND, LITERALLY, STOOD WITH BOTH FEET ON THE BRAKES. ENGINE STILL RACED AT FULL SPEED, AND I WAS HAVING DIFFICULTY CONTROLLING THE VEHICLE. RIVER ON MY RIGHT AND ONCOMING TRAFFIC ON MY LEFT. SAW A LARGE, OPEN YARD AND DROVE THE CAR AT HIGH SPEED INTO THE YARD AND TURNED OFF THE KEY. WHEN TURNING THE ENGINE BACK ON, IT STILL RACED AT FULL THROTTLE WITH THE TRANSMISSION IN PARK AND THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL NOT DEPRESSED. HAD CAR TOWED HOME AND EVALUATED BY INDEPENDENT (NOT HONDA) MECHANIC. HIS DIAGNOSIS WAS "CARBON BUILDUP IN THE THROTTLE BODY." EMERGENCY BRAKE AND REGULAR BRAKES COMPLETELY RUINED DURING THIS INCIDENT AND IN NEED OF REPLACEMENT. TWO GRANDCHILDREN IN VEHICLE WITH ME. EVERYONE TERRIFIED, BUT NO ONE HURT OR INJURED. REPAIRS QUOTED AS VERY EXPENSIVE, PLUS THE COST OF NEW BRAKES. DID NOT WANT TO EVER DRIVE THIS CAR AGAIN AND DISPOSED OF IT FORTHWITH. ROUTINE GOOGLE SEARCH UNCOVERED SIMILAR INCIDENTS WITH THE 2004 AND OTHER YEAR CRV'S.
Dec 06, 2010
I WAS DRIVING MY 2004 HONDA CRV WHEN SOMEONE RAN A RED LIGHT. I HIT THE GAS AS HARD AS I COULD AND THE CAR KEPT ACCELERATING TO RED LINING EVEN AFTER I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE GAS PEDAL. I HIT THE BRAKES AND THEY SEEMED TO BE TRYING TO WORK BUY THEY DIDN'T STOP THE CAR OR EVEN SLOW ME DOWN. I PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND TRIED TO TURN THE KEY AND IT WOULD NOT TURN. I IWAS ALMOST HIT TWICE AS I HAD TO GO THROUGH A LIGHT. I HEADED TO A EMPTY BUILDING. I FIGURED I WOULD HAVE TO CRASH MYSELF TO KEEP FROM KILLING ANYONE. WHEN I TURNED TOWARDS THE BUILDING I WAS ABLE TO TURN THE KEY OFF AND THE BRAKES WORKED FINALLY. THE CAR STILL RED LINED IN PARK. THE CAR HAD TO BE TOWED AND THEY HAD TO FIX THE COVER OVER THE THROTTLE. IT HAD SLIPPED DOWN AND THE THROTTLE CAUGHT ON IT. TOWING NUMBER IS 330-995-2385 HONDA TOLD ME NO RECALL ON 2004'S BUT HEARD ABOUT THE HONDA 2005 HYBRID AND THAT WAS ACTUALLY WHAT I WENT THROUGH. GAS STUCK AND NO BREAKS, IT WAS THE MOST FRIGHTENING THING I EVER WENT THROUGH. IT ALSO HAPPENED TO THE MECHANIC WHO TEST THE CAR AND THEN FIXED IT. I ASK HONDA TO REPORT IT AND THEY TOLD ME TO REPORT IT TO AMERICAN HONDA BUT I DECIDED AFTER THE WAY THEY ACTED TO REPORT IT TO YOU. I COULD BEEN KILLED OR KILLED SEVERAL FAMILIES. *TR
Nov 23, 2010
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STEERING
8 complaints
BOTH MY LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS STOPPED WORKING I COULD SMELL A RUBBER BURNING SMELL AND SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. *JS
Feb 07, 2015
THE LEVER WHICH LOCKS THE STEERING WHEEL IN THE UP OR DOWN POSITION DOES NOT STAY IN THE LOCKED POSITION. IT SLOWLY LOOSENS, EVEN WHILE DRIVING. THIS IS SCARY, ESPECIALLY IF I'M MAKING A TURN WHEN THE WHEELS MOVES. I THINK THAT THIS SHOULD BE A SAFETY RECALL. I'VE NEVER HAD A CAR DO THIS. *TR
May 02, 2010
THE LEVER WHICH LOCKS THE STEERING WHEEL INTO AN UP OR DOWN POSITION IS SLIPPING CAUSING THE STEERING WHEEL TO MOVE UP OR DOWN WHILE DRIVING. MY FEAR IS THAT THIS UNSTABLE WHEEL WILL CAUSE MY WIFE OR I TO HAVE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. CAN THE MANUFACTURER BE MADE TO CORRECT THIS POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS CONDITION? *TR
Apr 21, 2010
TILT STEERING LOCK MECHANISM WILL FAIL AND ALLOW STEERING COLUMN TO FLOAT. THIS FLOAT CONDITION LEADS TO A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. THE CONDITION IS INTERMITTENT BUT MOST OFTEN OCCURS AT TEMPERATURES BELOW 40 DEGREES F. *TR
Feb 13, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CRV. WHILE DRIVING 60-65 MPH, THE STEERING VEERED TO THE RIGHT. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A DITCH. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT'S INSURANCE COMPANY WOULD NOT PAY FOR THE DAMAGES. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 25,000.
Nov 06, 2008
+ 3 more complaints for this component
ENGINE
7 complaints
I own a 2004 Honda CR-V, a vehicle that has served me well over the years, but I recently faced a harrowing experience that left me quite shaken. While cruising along the highway, I was startled when the engine abruptly shut down. The ominous P1349 code indicated an issue with the Variable Timing Control (VTC) actuator, a crucial component for maintaining optimal engine performance. Just two years ago, I replaced the VVT solenoid, investing time and resources to ensure my vehicle’s reliability. Yet, here I was again, grappling with the same frustrating problem that, in a split second, nearly caused a catastrophic accident with a speeding truck tailing closely behind me. With my heart pounding and adrenaline surging, I managed to steer my CR-V into the emergency lane, narrowly avoiding disaster. In my quest for answers, I discovered that I’m not alone in this struggle; many other Honda CR-V owners have reported similar incidents of sudden engine shutdowns while driving on the highway. This alarming trend raises serious safety concerns, highlighting the urgent need for a major recall to address the underlying issues with the software and the VVT solenoid assembly. I find myself pondering whether Honda made significant redesigns to the VVT system in models post-2006 to rectify the issues faced by earlier versions, all without triggering the need for a recall. It’s a troubling thought, but one that underscores the importance of safety in our vehicles as we navigate the roads.
Jul 21, 2025
My vehicle is been consuming very large amounts of oil, every 450-500 miles I have to add a quart of motor oil.
Jul 20, 2021
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER SON WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, SMOKE WAS SUDDENLY SEEN COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. AFTER STOPPING THE HOOD WAS OPENED AND FLAMES WERE PRESENT COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED TO THE SCENE AND EXTINGUISHED THE FLAMES. AN UNKNOWN REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT WAS UNSURE IF IT WAS THE FIRE DEPARTMENT OR POLICE DEPARTMENT. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED AT INVER GROVE HONDA (4605 S. ROBERT TRL, INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077) WEEKS BEFORE THE FAILURE. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS DEEMED A TOTAL LOSS. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE HOWEVER, NO ASSISTANCE WAS OFFERED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 198,000. *LN*JB
Jun 24, 2020
I WAS DRIVING ALONG ,THE CAR STARTED MAKING A NOISE LIKE AN AIRPLANE ,I PULLED OVER ,THERE WAS AN EXPLOSION IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. ON INSPECTION IT WAS FOUND THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR HAD A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE. THE JOB INVOLVED REPLACING THE COMPRESSOR,THE CONDENSER,RECEIVER/DRYER,EXPANSION VALVE, CONTAMINATED DRIVE BELT, COMPLETE FLUSH OF THE SYSTEM, EVACUATION AND RECHARGE OF SYSTEM. QUITE A COSTLY REPAIR AT $2737.02 THERE HAVE BEEN MANY COMPLAINTS FILED ON THIS ISSUE, AND ALTHOUGH IT WAS NOT A SAFETY ISSUE,UNLESS IT HAD HAPPENED AT SPEED ON A BUSY FREEWAY , IT WAS CLEARLY A DEFECTIVE COMPONENT, THAT SO MANY CRV OWNERS HAVE EXPERIENCED. *TR
Dec 06, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THERE WAS A SUDDEN INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS AND THE OIL AND BATTERY WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE IMRC VALVE WAS AT FAULT AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000. UPDATED 01/09/15*LJ UPDATED 9/6/2017*CN
Nov 17, 2014
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SUSPENSION
7 complaints
The rear trailing arm broke loose from the frame causing the wheel to twist back into the wheel well. It is now at my garage and could be inspected. This happened at about 45 miles per hour causing me to take evasive action so as not to cause an accident. There was no warning lamps affiliated with the suspension system.
Aug 29, 2023
The rear trailing arm became detached from the unibody due to rust/rot. This caused the rear tire to shoot sideways and backwards causing the vehicle to no longer be drivable. The vehicle has spent its life in Wisconsin, New York, and Vermont. As it happened on the road close to my house it was not assessed by any service center, but it is very obvious what happened. I pulled the vehicle back to my house myself. I can provide pictures as proof and I still have the vehicle in my possession (it has obviously been taken off the road). My problem is exactly what is described in the most recent Honda CRV recall NHTSA#23V228 or Honda #XDZ. Since my CRV is a 2004 it apparently does not qualify for the above recall... but it very obviously is the same thing and really should be covered by Honda. If they issue a recall on a certain year range but that same issue happens on a different year are we just supposed to sit back and say "oh well"? My family could have been very hurt if that component broke while the vehicle was on the highway. There has to be someone who can help with this. All that I've gotten from Honda is "your vin doesn't match the recall". I realize this... but the SAME EXACT ISSUE happened to my 2004 CRV. Now I have a vehicle that should be worth $4,000+ worth absolutely nothing unless I scrap it out... This is a known design flaw
Apr 13, 2023
RIGHT FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM SEPARATION. HAPPENED DURING LOW SPEED OPERATION. I AM THE REPAIR TECHNICIAN WHO DID THE REPAIR. I AM SUBMITTING THIS ON BEHALF OF THE OWNER AND BECAUSE OF MY OWN CONCERN. RESEARCHING THE INTERNET, ANOTHER OWNER OF A 2004 CR-V EXPERIENCED THE SAME ISSUE. THIS ISSUE MAY BE RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V124000. THE ISSUE MAY INVOLVE EARLIER MODELS. I HAVE THE DEFECTIVE ITEM AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION.
May 20, 2017
2004 HONDA CR-V, PROBLEM STARTED AROUND 21,500 MILES. I HAVE A CLUNKING SOUND WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS OR RUTS IN THE ROAD. MORE SO IF RIGHT FRONT WHEEL HITS A LOWER PART OF THE ROAD. SOUNDS AS IF SOMETHING IS LOOSE. STILL UNDER WARRANTY. TAKEN TO DEALER TWICE. THEY REPLACED STRUT AND SECOND TIME MOVED THE ENGINE MOUNT OVER. IT DID NOT HELP. SOUNDS AS THOUGH METAL CLUNKING AGAINST METAL. WILL TAKE TO ANOTHER DEALER TO SEE IF THEY CAN FIND THE PROBLEM. *JB
Nov 29, 2005
DT: THE CONSUMER OWNS A 2004 HONDA CRV. HE ASLO OWNED A 2003 HONDA CRV. THE 2003 AND 2004 HONDA CRV IS THE ONE HE HAD THE PROBLEM WITH. CONSUMER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE VIBRATED SO BAD AT 50 MPH HE COULD NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED IN ON A LEMON LAW. THE HONDA DEALER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SAID THAT THEY HAD SEVERAL VEHICLES TURNED IN FOR THIS PROBLEM. *TT *JB
Jul 25, 2005
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POWER TRAIN
7 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, AN UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS UNDETERMINED. HOWEVER, THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THAT THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V395000 (POWER TRAIN). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 198,131.
Dec 16, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT ANY WARNINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION HAD A MANUFACTURER DEFECT AND OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE WHO DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE AND REFERRED HIM TO THE NHTSA. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 115,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 120,000.
Aug 31, 2012
2004 HONDA CRV. CONSUMER STATES MECHANICAL ISSUES WITH VEHICLE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED SHE NOTICED A CHATTER WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED TO PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A TRANSMISSION AND TORQUE PROBLEM WITH ONLY 51,175 MILES. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AT A COST OF $ 1,908.
Feb 21, 2012
I HAVE A 2004 CRV. COMPRESSOR LOCKED UP AND BROKE OFF CLUTCH FROM COMPRESSOR. IT HAS 50930 MILES. I CONTACTED HONDA DEALER IN HOUSTON .ESTIMATED REPAIR CHARGES WILL BE $4,000.00. I AM TRYING TO GET HELP FROM AMERICAN HONDA. *TR
Jul 16, 2008
GOT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. THE CODE WAS P2646. REPLACED THE VTEC-OIL PRESSURE SWITCH WITH A NEW ONE AT A COST OF $55. CHANGED OIL AND FILTER. RESET THE CODE. BUT THE CODE STILL KEEPS ON COMING AND IT DIFFICULT TO ACCELERATE BEYOND 3500 RPM. *TR
Dec 09, 2007
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VISIBILITY
7 complaints
POWER WINDOW WILL REVERSE DIRECTION. *TR
Jun 23, 2014
2004 HONDA CR-V. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO A POTENTIAL FAILURE OF THE POWER WINDOW MASTER SWITCH. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED HE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE REGARDING THE POWER WINDOWS. HE IMMEDIATELY CONTACT THE DEALER AND MADE AN APPOINTMENT. THE CONSUMER STATED HIS VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER FOR 9.5 HOURS, AND WHEN HE RECEIVED THE VEHICLE BACK, IT WAS AFTER DARK, SO HE DIDN'T NOTICE UNTIL THE NEXT MORNING, THAT THE POWER WINDOW MASTER SWITCH UNIT WAS LOOSE, NOT SEALED PROPERLY AND WAS ELEVATED OUT OF ITS NORMAL HOUSING BY 3.8 INCH. IT WAS NOT SEALED WITHIN THE DOOR AS SECURELY AS BEFORE THE RECALL WAS PERFORMED. THE CONSUMER RETURNED TO THE DEALER, BUT THE SWITCH STILL APPEARED IMPROPERLY SEALED AND BULGED UP FROM THE DOOR HOUSING. THE SERVICE MANAGER STATED THE RECALL REQUIRED THAT THE POWER MASTER SWITCH BOX BE STUFFED WITH INSULATION AND THEN THE POWER MASTER SWITCH UNIT NEEDED TO BE FORCED BACK INTO THE BOX TO PREVENT WASTER FROM LEAKING INSIDE. HE ALSO STATED THAT THE REASON FOR THE RECALL WAS BECAUSE WATER COULD CAUSE THE WIRES OF THE POWER MASTER SWITCH UNIT TO SHORT-CIRCUIT POTENTIALLY CAUSING A FIRE AND HE FURTHER STATED THE POWER MASTER SWITCH UNIT WOULD NOT FIT AS IT DID BEFORE THE RECALL. THE CONSUMER STATED STUFFING THE POWER MASTER SWITCH UNIT HOUSING WITH INSULATION AND FORCING IT BACK INTO POSITION SO THAT IT WAS NOT SEALED AS SECURELY AS IT WAS BEFORE THE RECALL WAS NOT SAFE. THE SWITCH UNIT IS NOW MORE PRONE TO WATER EXPOSURE, SHORT-CIRCUIT AN FIRE. THE CONSUMER STATED HONDA SHOULD HAVE REPLACED THE ENTIRE POWER MASTER SWITCH INSULATED IN ITS BOX AS A SINGLE WATERPROOF-SEALED UNIT.
Nov 27, 2012
WHILE DRIVING IN WARM AND VERY WET WEATHER I HEARD A LOUD POP AND THE AIR CONDITIONER ON THE 2004 CR-V STOPPED BLOWING COLD AIR. IN ORDER TO SEE THROUGH THE FOGGED WINDOWS WE HAD TO RUN THE WIDOW DEFOGGER ON HIGH, BLOWING HOT AIR FOR THE REMAINING 3 HOURS OF OUR ROAD TRIP. WE WERE MISERABLE, TO SAY THE LEAST. UPON RETURNING TO HOUSTON I TOOK THE CAR TO A MECHANIC ,WHO ELEVATED IT AND SHOWED ME THE AIR COMPRESSOR. THE HOUSING OF THE COMPRESSOR IS SHATTERED. IT LOOKS LIKE A HARD-BOILED EGG SHELL AFTER BEING CRACKED. THIS IS A FAULTY PART, WHICH I'M TOLD WILL COST $700 FOR JUST THE COMPRESSOR. THE MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT WHEN HE CONTACTED A DEALER, THE SERVICE MANAGER TOLD HIM THEY HAD SOLD 5 FROM THAT DEALER ALONE THAT MONTH! IN OCTOBER! THE CAR WAS ONLY 2 YEARS OLD. *AK
Apr 18, 2007
BEGINNING APPROXIMATELY ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE, MY MOON ROOF BEGAN TO RATTLE WHEN DRIVING, BOTH OPENED AND CLOSED. I TOOK IT TO MY HONDA DEALERSHIP AND THEY REPLACED A BOLT. APPROXIMATELY 4 MONTHS LATER, IT HAD WORKED ITSELF OUT AGAIN BUT THE DEALERSHIP DID NOT HAVE THE TIME TO ADDRESS IT ON THAT VISIT. I TOOK IT BACK 2 WEEKS LATER AND THEY REPLACED THE ENTIRE MOON ROOF MECHANISM. THREE MONTHS LATER, I RETURNED WITH THE SAME RATTLE AND THEY TIGHTENED THE BOLT AND SAID NOTHING ELSE COULD BE DONE, THAT I WOULD HAVE TO DEAL WITH IT. I LODGED A COMPLAINT WITH THE HONDA CORPORATION AND THEY TOLD ME TO TAKE IT TO A DIFFERENT HONDA DEALERSHIP, LIE TO THEM AND TELL THEM THIS WAS THE FIRST TIME IT WAS GOING TO BE ADDRESSED AND SEE WHAT THEY THOUGHT. I DID NOT LIE TO THEM, BUT THEY HEARD THE RATTLE. THEY SAID IT SEEMED TO BE A RECURRING PROBLEM WITH THIS HONDA MODEL AND THAT I COULD APPLY OIL TO HELP WITH THE RATTLE, OTHERWISE I WOULD JUST HAVE TO DEAL WITH IT FOR THE DURATION OF THE CAR. THE OIL HAS NOT HELPED. *NM
Nov 11, 2006
WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AT 75 MILES AN HOUR, THE MOON ROOF ON MY 2004 HONDA CRV SHATTERED. IT LOOKS AS IF THE MOON ROOF WAS LIFTED FROM THE CAR AND HAS A CONCAVE SHAPE.
Mar 24, 2005
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY
6 complaints
The contact owns a 2004 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while rolling down the driver's side window, smoke briefly emanated from the window switch, prompting the contact to roll up the window, after which the window switch lost functionality. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V768000 (Visibility, Electrical System) but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 195,000.
Jun 27, 2024
The contact owns 2004 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that after entering the vehicle, a spark emitted from the driver’s side master switch as he attempted to roll down the window. Since the failure, the front passenger’s window had failed to operate as needed. The contact then received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V768000 (Visibility, Electrical System) however, the recall was for the same model vehicle that he previously owned. The contact called the dealer and the manufacturer who confirmed that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
Aug 19, 2022
SUMMARY: WHILE DRIVING, THE MASTER POWER WINDOW SWITCH OVERHEATED AND BEGAN TO EMIT A STRONG BURNING ODOR. AFTERWARDS THE LEFT REAR WINDOW FAILED TO OPERATE. SINCE I INITIALLY DID NOT KNOW WHERE THE ODOR WAS COMING FROM, I WENT TO THE DEALER THE NEXT DAY TO SEE IF THEY COULD FIND THE SOURCE OF THE ODOR BUT THEY COULDN'T. AFTER SNIFFING AROUND, I FOUND THE SOURCE OF ODOR, THE MASTER POWER WINDOW SWITCH. I HAD THE DEALER REMOVE THE FUSE FOR SAFETY REASONS. THE DEALER SAID THE WINDOW REGULATOR HAD FAILED BUT I SUSPECT THE FAILED SWITCH BURNT OUT THE WINDOW MOTOR. I WAS WORRY THAT THE CAR WOULD CATCH ON FIRE. *TR
Mar 31, 2015
SUBMISSION FROM CONSTITUENT RE 2004 HONDA CR-V REIMBURSEMENTS. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED BEFORE HE TURNED THE VEHICLE ON, THERE WAS A BURNING ODOR, EMITTING FROM THE VEHICLE. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, WHERE THE TECHNICIAN FOUND THE POWER WINDOW SWITCH CIRCUIT BOARD CONTACTS WERE BURNT. AMERICAN HONDA WAS CONTACTED, AND THEY STATED THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED UNDER RECALL 12V486000. *JB
Jun 09, 2014
NOT AN ACCIDENT. JUST CONCERNED THAT THE SAME PART HAD TO BE REPLACED IN JULY 2011 AND AGAIN IN AUGUST 2013, AND AM CONCERNED THAT THIS MAY BE A SAFETY ISSUE, AS THE DRIVER'S WINDOW BECOMES INOPERABLE. *TR
Aug 17, 2013
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AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
6 complaints
NO " TAKATA RECALL?" FOR MY 2004 HONDA CRV W/ FAULTY DRIVER + PASSENGER AIRBAGS?! THIS CAR SHOULD DEFINATELY BE ON THAT RECALL LIST BUT IS NOT!! WHY? ! I PURCHASED MY 2004 ONLY 9 MONTHS AGO FROM A DEALER. I WAS TRAVELING ON A HIGHWAY APPROACHING A RED LIGHT GOING APPROX 35- 40 MPH WHEN MY 2004 HONDA CRV HIT THE REAR OF ANOTHER CAR. MY DRIVER AIRBAG NEVER OPENED TO PROTECT ME YET MY PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATED!? IRONICALLY, I WAS ALONE WITH NO PASSENGERS! BOTH FRONT AIRBAGS FAILED ME & WERE FAULTY! I FEEL THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY HAZARD AND I WAS LUCKY TO GET OUT OF MY CAR ALIVE! I DON'T KNOW IF FAULT LIES WHOLLY WITH HONDA AND/OR TAKAKA OR W/ THE DEALER WHO SOLD ME THIS CAR? UNFORTUNATELY, I NOW OWN AN $8000 "TOTALED" CRV SITTING IN A JUNKYARD AND I'M W/O TRANSPORTATION TO MY JOB!
Sep 09, 2017
SRS LIGHT RECENTLY AND CURRENTLY REMAINS ON IN MY 2004 HONDA CRV. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO AVALON HONDA NJ DEALER 2 TIMES AFTER SPEAKING TO THEM 3 TIMES, THEY PROCASTINATED TO OBTAIN THE PART. I WAS INFORMED THEY WILL GET IT SOON AND WILL COST ME $693.00. AFTER I PERFORMED A CONSUMER RESEARCH OF THE VEHICLE, THIS IS A HIGH SAFETY ALERT ISSUE THAT SHOULD BE A PRIORITY FOR HONDA TO ANNOUNCE TO THE PUBLIC FOR ROAD SAFETY AND CONSUMER SAFETY. THEREFORE, THE CONSUMER SHOULD NOT HAVE TO PAY MONIES OUT OF THE POCKET AS THIS MAJOR SAFETY ITEM THAT SHOULD BE GUARANTEED FOR THE LIFE OF THE CAR, NOT THE CONSUMERS EXPENSE. THIS INCLUDES THERE LIFE. *TR
Jul 23, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE, THE SRS INDICATOR CONTINUOUSLY ILLUMINATED AND CAUSED THE SEAT BELTS TO MALFUNCTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING, BUT THE PART THAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED WAS UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 116,000.
Jul 23, 2014
SRS LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON. FAULTY SEAT BELT BUCKLE SWITCH. *TR
Jul 09, 2012
SRS LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON 2004 CRV. THE SWITCH IN THE LEFT FRONT SEAT BUCKLE WAS FOUND TO HAVE FAILED. THE AIRBAG SYSTEM IS INOPERATIVE DUE TO FAILED SWITCH. BUCKLE MUST BE REPLACED. WARRANTY READS "A SEATBELT THAT FAILS TO FUNCTION PROPERLY IS COVERED FOR THE USEFUL LIFE OF THE VEHICLE". HONDA WILL NOT ACCEPT WARRANTY CLAIM, SINCE IT IS AN SRS SYSTEM FAILURE. *TR
Jan 03, 2011
+ 1 more complaint for this component
SEAT BELTS
6 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELTS FAILED TO RETRACT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNAVAILABLE.
Feb 03, 2015
THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH MY SEAT BELTS. THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP SAYS THEY ARE WORKING AS DESIGNED. I FIND IT HARD TO BELIEVE THAT HONDA WOULD AGREE SEAT BELTS THAT DO NOT RECOIL WHILE THEY ARE ON YOU DRIVING AND SEAT BELTS THAT KEEP YOU FROM BREATHING ARE DESIGNED THAT WAY. THE DEALERSHIP SAID THEY CANNOT DO ANYTHING. THEY ARE HOW THEY ARE. THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NEW IN JANUARY 2004. IT HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT. THE FRONT SEAT BETS INTERMITTENTLY DO NOT RECOIL WHILE DRIVING AND ALMOST ALWAYS AFTER RELEASING THEM TO EXIT THE VEHICLE. THEY ARE PROGRESSIVELY GETTING WORSE ESPECIALLY WHILE DRIVING. THE CONCERN IS IF THERE IS AN ACCIDENT THEY MIGHT NOT ENGAGE. SOMETIMES I CANNOT GET THEM TO ENGAGE BY MANUALLY PULLING ON THEM WHILE IN THE CAR. THE REAR SEAT BELTS HAVE ALWAYS BEEN EXTREMELY TOUCHY. NOT HAVING ANY KIDS AND RARELY HAVING BACK SEAT PASSENGERS THIS PROBLEM WASN'T NOTICED. RECENTLY I RODE IN THE BACK SEAT AND EVEN SLIGHTLY BREATHING WOULD MAKE THE BELTS RE-TRACK TO THE POINT YOU CAN NOT EVEN BREATHE OUT. AGAIN THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP SAID THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THEM. WROTE TO HONDA 9/28/2012 REQUESTING THEY REPLACE THE SEAT BELTS AND CURRENTLY WAITING FOR A RESPONSE. *TR
Sep 29, 2012
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SEAT BELT LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. AFTER REVIEWING THE MANUAL, THE CONTACT LEARNED THAT THE WARNING LIGHT INDICATED A FAILURE WITH THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000. ..UPDATED 07/13/12 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED HE WAS REAR ENDED AND THE SEAT BELT DID NOT PROPERLY RESTRAIN HIM. HE SUFFERED A SLIGHT HEAD INJURY. UPDATED 07/18/12
May 16, 2012
I OWN A 2004 HONDA CRV AND HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE SEAT BELTS FOR OVER 20,000 MILES. BOTH FRONT SEAT BELTS LOCK WHEN THEY SHOULD NOT AND WILL NOT RETRACT UNTIL THEY HAVE BEEN UNFASTENED AND PULLED ALL THE WAY OUT AND RE-INSERTED INTO THE BUCKLE. AT WHICH POINT IT HAPPENS AGAIN, AND AGAIN. I HAVE BROUGHT THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP AT LEAST 4 TIMES WITH THE SAME COMPLAINT AND ALL THEY DO IS LUBRICATE THE BELTS AND SAY THEY "CANNOT RE-PRODUCE THE PROBLEM." I ALSO CALLED AMERICAN HONDA COMPANY TO FILE A COMPLAINT, AND THEY WILL NOT DO ANYTHING IF THE DEALERSHIP CAN'T RE-PRODUCE THE PROBLEM. WHICH IS BULL, AS I BROUGHT THE SERVICE WRITER OUT AND SHOWED HIM EXACTLY WHAT HAPPENS. NOW THE SRS LIGHT IS ON THE DASH INDICATING THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH EITHER THE SEAT BELT TENSIONERS AND/OR AIR BAGS. I AM HOPING WHEN I BRING IT IN AGAIN THIS WEEK THEY WILL ACTUALLY REPLACE THE SEAT BELTS. NOT ONLY IS THERE SUPPOSED TO BE A LIFETIME WARRANTY ON THE SEAT BELTS, BUT IT IS A VERY OBVIOUS SAFETY ISSUE THAT NEITHER AMERICAN HONDA OR THE DEALERSHIP IS WILLING TO ADDRESS UNLESS THERE IS NOT A PROVEN PROBLEM WITH THE TENSIONERS, THE DEALER GETS STUCK PAYING THE LABOR TO FIX THE PROBLEM. HOW MANY PEOPLE HAVE TO GET HURT BEFORE THE SRS LIGHT IS LIT, INDICATING SEAT BELT TENSIONER FAILURE, BEFORE THE PROBLEM IS ADDRESSED? (IT TOOK OVER 20K MILES BEFORE MY SRS LIGHT CAME ON TO INDICATE THE PROBLEM I KNEW EXISTED). *TR
Jun 21, 2011
I DRIVE A 2004 HONDA CR-V WHICH APPEARS TO HAVE AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTORS ON THE SEAT BELTS. I HAVE TWO YOUNG CHILDREN AND THE BIGGEST, NOW 4 1/2, HAS JUST MOVED INTO A BOOSTER SEAT. BECAUSE THE SEAT BELTS RETRACT AUTOMATICALLY, GETTING TIGHTER AND TIGHTER WITH EVERY MOVEMENT, MY CHILD ALREADY GOT TERRIFIED WHEN SHE WAS PINNED BACK IN HER SEAT BY THE SEAT BELT, WITH HER CHEST SMASHED INTO HER BOOSTER SEAT. WHILE DRIVING, THERE WAS NOTHING I COULD DO TO ASSIST HER. ALSO, ALTHOUGH I PURCHASED AN EXCELLENT CAR SEAT, THE AUTOMATIC RETRACTION OF THE SEATBELT MEANS THAT EACH TIME I NEED TO GET MY CHILD IN AND OUT OF THE SEAT, I MUST FIRST UNTHREAD AND THEN RETHREAD THE SEATBELT THROUGH THE SEAT'S GUIDES, CREATING AMPLE OPPORTUNITY TO DO SO INCORRECTLY. FINALLY, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, B/C OF THE AUTOMATIC RETRACTION OF THE SEATBELT, I AM QUITE CONCERNED ABOUT THE RISK OF STRANGULATION, SUCH AS WHAT HAPPENED TO A LOCAL CHILD, DEANDRE HARRIS (SEE WASHINGTON POST STORY ON DECEMBER 17, 2008). DEANDRE, WHOSE MOTHER DROVE A HONDA CR-V, DIED SHORTLY AFTER HIS ACCIDENT, IN WHICH HE COULD NOT FREE HIMSELF FROM THE TIGHTENED HONDA CR-V SEATBELT. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF HONDA CURRENTLY OFFERS REPLACEMENT OF ITS AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTORS WITH EMERGENCY LOCKING RETRACTORS OR SWITCHABLE RETRACTORS TO ENSURE THAT CHILDREN RIDING IN HONDAS DO NOT RISK STRANGULATION. ALSO, PLEASE ADVISE ME WHAT YOUR OFFICE IS DOING TO INVESTIGATE AND ADDRESS THIS, APPARENTLY, EXTREMELY SERIOUS PROBLEM. THANK YOU. *TR
Jan 29, 2009
+ 1 more complaint for this component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,EQUIPMENT
5 complaints
AIR CONDITION COMPRESSOR SEIZED AT 125K--THIS IS THE SECOND ONE--NEW PART IS ON ORDER. *TR
Apr 21, 2011
ON FEBRUARY 20, WHILE DRIVING ON THE NEW YORK STATE THRUWAY OUR CAR SHIMMIED AND THEN THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. SIMULTANEOUSLY, MY WIFE HEARD A SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE. WE QUICKLY PULLED ONTO THE EXIT (JUST SOUTH OF BUFFALO) INTO AN AUTOMOBILE REPAIR SHOP THAT WAS RIGHT OFF THE EXIT RAMP. WHEN WE PULLED INTO THE REPAIR SHOP, THE CAR STALLED. A QUICK DIAGNOSIS BY THE REPAIR SHOP CONCLUDED THAT THE ISSUE WAS NOT REPAIRABLE THAT DAY AS THE SHOP WAS CLOSING IN 15 MINUTES. ON MONDAY, THE REPAIR SHOP REPORTED THAT THE SPARK PLUG IN CYLINDER 2 HAD BLOWN OUT. TO ATTEMPT A FIX, THEY INSERTED A HELI-COIL AND PLUG BUT WERE STILL UNABLE TO GET THE PRESSURE ABOVE 40 P.S.I ON THE CYLINDER. A DEEPER DIAGNOSIS INDICATED SCOURING/SCARRING ON THE CYLINDER 2 BORE AS WELL AS THE CYLINDER HEAD CAUSED BY THE SPARK PLUG DEBRIS. I WAS TOLD THE ONLY COST EFFECTIVE FIX FOR THIS WAS TO GET A REPLACEMENT ENGINE. TO GET ANOTHER OPINION, I CONTACTED A LOCAL HONDA DEALER IN THE BUFFALO AREA (RAY LAKS) AND THEY CONFIRMED OVER THE PHONE THAT SCARRING ON THE CYLINDER SLEEVE WOULD REQUIRE A REPLACEMENT ENGINE. THE PLUGS THAT WERE ON THE CAR WERE THE OEM FACTORY INSTALLED. I HAD PLANNED ON REPLACING THESE AT 110,000 MILES PER THE HONDA MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE. MY CAR HAD 105,713 MILES WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. I AM THE ORIGINAL AND ONLY OWNER OF THIS AUTOMOBILE. THE FIX WAS TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE ENGINE. THE FAILURE OF THIS OEM COMPONENT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS COULD HAVE RESULTED IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. *TR
Sep 21, 2010
THE AIR CONDITIONER CLUTCH FROZE AND NEARLY STOPPED ENGINE. NOW WE HAVE NO AIR CONDITIONING OR WINDOW DEFROSTING. *TR
Aug 13, 2010
ON AUG. 20TH I TOOK MY '04 CR-V TO THE HONDA DEALER WHERE I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE FOR ITS 5,000 MILE SERVICE, INCLUDING ITS FIRST OIL CHANGE. THE NEXT DAY, AFTER DRIVING IT FOR SEVERAL MILES AND STOPPING TO GET GAS, I NOTICED A BURNT ODOR. I POPPED THE HOOD AND NOTICED A SMALL AMOUNT OF SMOKE COMING UP FROM THE BACK OF THE ENGINE. I LOOKED UNDER THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED OIL DRIPPING FROM SEVERAL LOCATIONS. I RETURNED THE CR-V TO THE DEALER. THEY EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AND TOLD ME THAT THE PROBLEM WAS A "DOUBLE-GASKET" - THE GASKET FROM THE FACTORY-INSTALLED OIL FILTER HAD STUCK IN PLACE WHEN THE OIL FILTER WAS REMOVED, AND A NEW OIL FILTER AND GASKET WAS INSTALLED OVER THE OLD GASKET, RESULTING IN AN OIL LEAK. AMID MANY APOLOGIES, THE OLD GASKET WAS REMOVED AND THE OIL CHANGE WAS PROPERLY COMPLETED. HAD I BEEN LESS ATTENTIVE TO THE VEHICLE AFTER THE OIL CHANGE, AND HAD THE VEHICLE BEEN DRIVEN AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THERE WAS A VERY GOOD POSSIBILITY THAT A FIRE WOULD HAVE RESULTED. WHY DID NHTSA CLOSE THEIR INVESTIGATION OF THE CR-V FIRES? WHY DID HONDA LAY THE BLAME ON TECHNICIANS? AND WHY, AFTER ALL THE PUBLICITY THE FIRES RECEIVED AND AFTER HONDA PRESUMABLY INSTRUCTED THEIR TECHNICIANS TO BE ESPECIALLY CAREFUL WITH CR-V OIL CHANGES, ARE CR-V OWNERS STILL AT RISK OF A FIRE AFTER AN OIL CHANGE? WILL IT TAKE A DEATH BEFORE NHTSA AND/OR HONDA DOES SOMETHING THAT EFFECTIVELY ADDRESSES THIS PROBLEM?*AK
Aug 23, 2004
PURCHASED A 2004 HONDA CR-V IN JANUARY, 2004 AND WITH ITS FIRST OIL CHANGE ON MARCH 26, 2004, BECAUSE OF THE DOUBLE-GASKET (NOT REMOVED), IT INTERNALLY LEAKED ALL FLUIDS LEAVING NO OIL IN PAN AND CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN REMOVING THE FILTER.*AK SERVICE MGR., MARK KORALLUS AND A MECHANIC CAME TO WHERE CAR HAD STOPPED, JUST A COUPLE OF BLOCKS FROM DEALERSHIP, WITH A 5 GALLON TANK OF OIL. UPON INSPECTION OF VEHICLE, MR. KORALLUS, INFORMED ME THAT IT WAS CAUSED BY THE DOUBLE GASKET. THEY THEN PROCEEDED TO CLEAN THE MESS UP WITH 6 CANS OF BRAKE FLUID. HOW SAFE CAN THIS BE? THERE'S NO GUARANTEE THAT THIS NEGLIGENCE ON HONDA'S PART WON'T CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGES TO THE CAR IN THE FUTURE. WORSE YET, INJURIES. MY CAR IMMEDIATELY LOST ITS "NEW CAR" AFFECT AND I TRULY BELIEVE THAT IT'S NOT OPERATING AT ITS OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE AS HONDA SO HIGHLY PROMOTES. I HAVE LEFT SERVERAL PHONE MESSAGES FOR MR. KORALLUS, BUT TO DATE, HE HAS CHOSEN TO IGNORE THEM.
Jul 23, 2004
WHEELS
4 complaints
WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, I HEARD A BUMPING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. I PULLED OVER AND FOUND THE STEEL BELT HAD SEPARATED FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE (FISK CLASSIC P205/70R15 95S M+S.) IMMEDIATELY NOTICED WAS THE STEEL BELT SEPARATION CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE WHEEL WELL. I WAS ADVISED NOT TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE FACT THE STEEL BELT SEPARATION MAY HAVE CAUSED DAMAGE TO OTHER PARTS OF THE UNDER BODY ON THE VEHICLE. I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED HOME.
Aug 25, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CRV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE WAS CONSTANTLY LOSING PRESSURE ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO ADVISED THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE TIRE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO LOCATED A DEFECT IN THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEEL. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE WHEEL HAD PIN HOLES THAT WERE CAUSING THE TIRE TO LOOSE PRESSURE ABNORMALLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND OFFERED A DISCOUNT ON THE WHEEL REPLACEMENT. THE WHEEL WAS NOT REPLACED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 72,500. UPDATED 07/20/11 *BF *TR
Feb 08, 2011
MY 2004 HONDA CRV HAS HAD 4 RIMS CRACK AT THE WELD. WHEN HONDA WAS CONTACTED THEY INFORMED ME THAT THIS WASN'T A WIDESPREAD PROBLEM AND WAS MORE THAN LIKELY FROM ABUSE. I HAVE SEEN OTHER ISSUES ON THE WEB AND WANTED TO MAKE SURE THIS MATERIAL DEFECT WAS NOTED IN YOUR SYSTEM. *TR
Jul 20, 2009
A LUG BOLT ON THE FRONT LEFT WHEEL BROKE OFF OF MY 2003 CRV. NOT SURE, BUT IT HAS BEEN WITHIN ABOUT 30 DAYS. I NOTICED IT A COUPLE OF DAYS AGO. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER.*AK
Feb 06, 2004
SEATS
4 complaints
2014 HONDA CRV. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FAULTY PASSENGER SEAT ARM REST. *SMD THE CONSUMER NOTICED THE VEHICLE DID NOT COME EQUIPPED WITH A PASSENGER ARM REST. *JB
Dec 07, 2015
2004 HONDA CRV HIT FROM BEHIND
Mar 22, 2007
THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED WHILE AT A STOP AND THE DRIVER'S SEAT RECLINED BACK. THE CONSUMER SUFFERED MINOR INJURIES AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED. *AK *JB
Oct 06, 2004
PURCHASED NEW HONDA CRV EX-AUTOMATIC FROM CONICELLI HONDA OF CONSHOHOCKEN, PA ON OCTOBER 17, 2003. FROM THE FIRST DAY THERE IS A RATTLE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THIS RATTLE IS NOT ONLY ANNOYING BUT DISTRACTS FROM MY CONCENTRATION WHILE DRIVING. TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER TWICE. FIRST ON 10/20/03. SERVICE MANGER FRANK BOYLE STATED NOISE COMING FROM REAR SEAT AND ASKED ME TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT FOR IT TO BE REPAIRED. MADE APPOINTMENT AND LEFT THE CAR WITH THE SERVICE DEPT. FOR ONE FULL DAY ON 10/27/2003. RATTLING NOISE NOT REPAIRED. NOTHING DONE. THE NOISE STILL EXISTS. THIS NOISE IS A MAJOR DISTRACTION TO THE DRIVER AND PROBABLY A SAFETY HAZARD BECAUSE IT DISTRACTS THE DRIVER. *LA
Oct 30, 2003
SERVICE BRAKES
3 complaints
ON JULY 7 2014 FRONT BRAKES WERE REPLACE WITH FRONT REMANFACTURED BRAKE CALIPERS FROM UCX CORP ON MARCH 23 2015 BRAKES FAILED DUE TO FRONT REMANFACTURED BRAKE CALIPERS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID FROM SEALS. ON APRIL 10 2015 BRAKES FAILED AGAIN DUE TO BRAKE FLUID LEAKING FROM FRONT BRAKE CALIPER SEALS. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS DUE TO BRAKES FAIL WITHOUT WARNING.
Jun 18, 2015
BECAUSE THE BRAKE PEDAL (WHEN DEPRESSED) IS LOWER THAN THE THROTTLE (GAS PEDAL), MY FOOT HAS HIT BOTH THE BRAKE AND THE GAS AT THE SAME TIME CAUSING THE CAR TO LURCH FORWARD ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, . I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR THIS PROBLEM TWICE AND BEEN TOLD THAT THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR, THEREFORE NOTHING THEY CAN DO. I FEEL THAT THIS IS A REAL SAFETY ISSUE AND COULD CAUSE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. PLEASE ADVISE AS TO WHAT MY NEXT STEP, IF ANY, SHOULD BE ??? *TR
Oct 13, 2014
SUDDENLY, WHEN BRAKING, THE PEDAL WENT ALMOST ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AND BRAKING WAS EFFECTED BY USING THE EMERGENCY BRAKE. AFTER SOME TROUBLE SHOOTING DETERMINED THAT IT WAS THE BRAKE PROPORTIONING VALVE AND BRAKE LINES THAT HAD GOTTEN SO RUSTY HERE IN VERMONT AND DUE TO ITS DESIGNED EXPOSURE THAT THEY FAILED.ALL AT ONCE, NOT GRADUALLY. THE AGENCY THAT REPAIRED MY DAMAGE SAID THAT A 2003 CRV FAILED THE STATE INSPECTION DUE TO RUSTY FRAME DAMAGE. THE NHTSA SHOULD SPECIFY THAT BRAKE LINES AND FITTINGS SHOULD BE MADE OF STAINLESS OR BRASS. I HAVE HEARD STORIES FROM MANY SAYING THAT THEY HAD TO REPLACE BRAKE LINES. *TR
Sep 06, 2014
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS
3 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 14V700000 (AIR BAGS), 14V351000 (AIR BAGS), AND 12V136000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
May 04, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SRS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS WOULD FAIL FREQUENTLY WHERE THE BULB REQUIRED REPLACEMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SRS UNIT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 143,000.
Aug 16, 2013
2004 HONDA CRV. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO RECALL NOTICES CONCERNING LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT AND AIRBAG INFLATOR. *TGW THE CONSUMER SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE TWO RECALLS NOTICES HE RECEIVED IN THE MAIL. HOWEVER, WHEN HE ARRIVED AT THE DEALER, HE WAS INFORMED THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY AND THEY COULD NOT PERFORM THE WORK NEEDED AT NO CHARGE. THE DEALER STATED HONDA WOULD NOT ABSORB THE COST FOR THE AIR BAG RECALL, BUT THEY WOULD INSTEAD. THE AIR BAG RECALL, WAS PERFORMED BUT THE HEADLIGHTS CAMPAIGN WAS NOT. THE CONSUMER BELIEVED THE REASON FOR HONDA NOT TAKING RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE RECALLS, WAS BECAUSE THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN IN A PREVIOUS ACCIDENT AND WAS DEEMED TOTALED, BECAUSE THE AIR BAGS HAD DEPLOYED. THE CONSUMER STATED HE REPAIRED THE VEHICLE WITH OEM HONDA PARTS AND REPAIRED IT BACK TO OEM SPECIFICATIONS.
Jan 08, 2013
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
3 complaints
2004 HONDA CRV WITH ONLY 24,000 MILES, PURCHASED NEW, LOCAL DRIVING -LEFT REAR BRAKE PAD TOTALLY WORN TO METAL. RIGHT REAR - SOME SCORING ON ROTOR. FRONT PADS AND ROTORS SEEM OK. DEFECT IN BRAKE PAD - CRITICAL SAFETY ISSUE. *NM
Jul 18, 2006
IN THE FIRST THREE MONTHS AFTER PURCHASE IN 2003, THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR BRAKE STARTED MAKING A LOUD RUBBING/GRINDING NOISE THROUGH CERTAIN BRAKE PRESSURE. OUR FIRST OIL CHANGE AND TIRE ROTATION THE NOISE STOPPED ONLY TO REAPPEAR ON THE DRIVER SIDE REAR. NOISE IS THE SAME, JACOBS TWIN HAS REPLACED THE ENTIRE BRAKE ASSEMBLY ONCE, REPLACED THE PADS ONCE AND, REFINISHED THE ROTORS ONCE. EACH TIME THE NOISE SUBSIDES FOR A PERIOD ONLY TO COME BACK WITHIN 3 MONTHS. EVERYTIME I HAVE I GO IN FOR MY OIL CHANGE I HAVE TO HAVE THE BRAKES REDONE AS WELL. I BELIEVE I HAVE PURCHASED A FAULTY PRODUCT. *JB
Feb 01, 2006
THE CONSUMER'S 2004 HONDA CRV EXPERIENCED CORROSION AND 4 WHEEL DISC BRAKE PAD SEIZING INTO POSITION WHICH CAUSED THEM TO WEAR. *TS THE ENTIRE REAR BRAKE SYSTEM WAS REPLACED ALONG WITH THE FRONT PADS AND THE ROTORS WERE TURNED (UNDER WARRANTY). THIS VEHICLE WAS LEASED FOR THE CONSUMER'S DAUGHTER. *SC
Nov 06, 2005
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
2 complaints
TODAY WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY MY CR-V ACCELERATED BY ITSELF AND WOULDN'T STOP EVEN WHEN PRESSING ON THE BRAKES. I HAD TO PRESS THE BRAKE TO THE FLOOR TO GO TOWARDS THE EXIT. I EVEN TURNED THE CAR OFF AND ON BUT IMMEDIATELY REVVED AS IF I WAS PRESSING THE GAS. WOULDN'T SWITCH OUT OF PARK. I GOOGLED AND MY VEHICLE IS NOT THE ONLY ONE TO DO THIS. IS THIS A KNOWN ISSUE TO HONDA?
Apr 11, 2019
WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE SPEED FROM 40MPH, GAS PEDAL STUCK IN DEPRESSED POSITION AND RPM STUCK AT 4-5K. UNABLE TO USE BRAKE APPLICATION AND EFFORTS TO UNSTICK GAS PEDAL FAILED. THE ONLY SOLUTION WAS TO TURN IGNITION AND SHUT ENGINE OFF. FORTUNATELY, IT WAS EARLY IN THE MORNING AND THERE WAS ABLE TIME AND DISTANCE FOR MANUAL INTERVENTION TO CORRECT SITUATION AND AVOID A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS OUTCOME. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP FOR DIAGNOSTIC EVALUATION ON 10/29/2014 AND SINCE THE PROBLEM COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED IT WAS NOT RECORDED AS A DEFECT. *TR
Jan 22, 2015
STRUCTURE
2 complaints
HONDA REFUSED TO CORRECT THE DOOR LOCKING SYSTEM FOR 2002 TO 2006. THERE WAS A RECALL FOR ONLY TO 2007 TO 2009 WHICH HAVE THE SAME KIND OF PROBLEM. FOR SECOND TIMES, I WAS STUCK BECAUSE THE DRIVER DOOR LOCKED AND CANNOT OPEN AND THEN FORCED MYSELF TO EXIT THROUGH THE PASSENGER DOOR. MY MAJOR CONCERN FOR MY SAFETY REASON IN CASE IF INTO ACCIDENT OR ELSE. HONDA DEALER WANTS OVER A THOUSAND DOLLARS TO REPLACE PARTS FOR BOTH FRONT DOORS. I AM NOT SURE ABOUT REAR DOORS BUT I LEARNED SOME CRV HAS A PROBLEM WITH ALL DOOR LOCKS. I WAS DEEPLY DISCOURAGED YOUR AGENCY DID NOT DO WITH THIS SITUATION WITH 2002-2006 CRV. I SPOKE WITH A REPRESENTATIVE. HE SAID DUE TO AN OLD CAR HIGH MILEAGE VEHICLE WILL NOT PAY FOR THE REPLACEMENT PARTS AND LABOR. I TOLD HIM REGARDLESS OF AGE OR MILEAGE BUT MY POINT IS MY SAFETY ISSUE. HE SUGGESTED ME TO JUNK MY VEHICLE AND BUY A NEW ONE WILL RESOLVE MY SITUATION. I AM RETIRED AND HAVE A FIXED INCOME FROM SOCIAL SECURITY WHICH I CANNOT AFFORD TO BUY A NEW CAR. MY VEHICLE IS RUNNING VERY GOOD. THERE ARE A LOT OF PEOPLE FRUSTRATED WITH THIS SAFETY-RELATED ISSUE.
Mar 20, 2019
I HAD TAKEN MY SON TO A LOCAL PARK FOR BATTING PRACTICE AND WHEN WE WERE READY TO LEAVE I HAD ASKED MY SON PUT THE BAT AND BALLS IN THE TRUNK OF THE 2004 HONDA CRV. WHEN MY SON HAD PULLED THE HANDLE TO OPEN THE TRUNK, INSTEAD OF SWINGING OPEN, THE TRUNK HAD FALLEN OFF AS THE HINGE PIN BROKE. THE DOOR FELL DOWNWARD, SUSTAINED A LEFT A SIGNIFICANT SCRATCH ON HIS LEG. HAD HE NOT MOVED QUICKLY THE DOOR COULD HAVE CAUSED A SERIOUS INJURY RATHER THAN JUST A SCRATCH OR HAD MY PREGNANT WIFE BEEN THE ONE TO OPEN IT A VERY SERIOUS INJURY COULD HAVE OCCURRED. I BROUGHT THE CAR TO FRONTIER HONDA IN LONGMONT, CO, AND WAS TOLD THEY WOULD NOT COVER THE FIX BECAUSE I WAS OVER THE WARRANTY AND NEVER HAD SERVICED THE CAR WITH HONDA, EVEN THOUGH IT WAS KEPT UP ON ALL NECESSARY MAINTENANCE). ONE PERSON AT THE DEALERSHIP TOLD ME IT WAS CLEARLY A DEFECT, WHILE HONDA AMERICA , TOLD ME IT WAS MY OWN FAULT FOR NOT HAVING THE CAR SERVICED REGULARLY AT HONDA. I WAS SO DISGUSTED AT THEIR LACK OF CONCERN FOR THE PROBLEM THAT THE VERY NEXT WEEKEND, I TOOK THE CAR TO TOYOTA AND TRADED IT IN FOR A SAFER VEHICLE.*AK
Jun 28, 2007
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
2 complaints
FUEL LEAK
Jun 10, 2018
RECENT (MAY 15, 2012) REPLACEMENT OF THE THROTTLE BODY TO MY 2004 HONDA CRV BY HOEHN HONDA IN CARLSBAD, CA HAS CREATED WITHIN 5 MILES OF DRIVING A SEVERE SUDDEN ACCELERATION PROBLEM. THE "IDLE" SPEED IS NOW 2,800 RPM. THE CAR ACCELERATES AND TRIES TO OBTAIN A SPEED THAT MATCHS AMOST A 3,000 RPM LEVEL. A DRIVER WITH LESS THAN MANY YEARS OF EXPERIENCE COULD EASILY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AS IN ITS REPAIRED CONDITION BY THE DEALER.
May 16, 2012
VISIBILITY/WIPER
2 complaints
DRIVER SIDE SUNVISOR CAN NOT STAY IN ITS PLACE. WHEN IT DROOPS DOWN, VISIBILITY IS AFFECTED.
Nov 03, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOW COULD NOT BE CLOSED. IN ADDITION, A BURNING ODOR WAS EMITTED FROM THE WINDOW AREA. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND THE CONTACT INQUIRED OF A RECALL UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V486000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM , VISIBILITY). THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL CAMPAIGN AND THAT THE WINDOW SWITCH WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 127,000.
Mar 07, 2013
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2 complaints
MY AIR CONDITIONER CONDENSER EXPLODED. I TURNED ON THE AIR CONDITIONER AND AT FIRST HOT AIR WAS COMING THROUGH..THEN NOTHING. TOOK IT TO THE HONDA DEALER IN MANASSAS AND THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER CONDENSER EXPLODED AND THERE WERE SMALL METAL PIECES THROUGHOUT THE LINE. THEY WANTED OVER $4000 TO REPAIR IT. THEY LATER COUNTER OFFERED TO FIX IT FOR $2600. AFTER I DID RESEARCH I FOUND THAT THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM FOR CRV'S 2002-2004. I WAS TOLD NOT TO DRIVE THE CAR BECAUSE THE CONDENSER COULD LOCK UP AND CAUSE OTHER PROBLEMS. I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY I HAVE TO PAY FOR SOMETHING THAT IS CLEARING A DAMAGE AND DEFECTIVE PIECE OF MACHINERY THAT WAS INSTALLED BY HONDA. THIS IS MY CAR THAT I NEED SO THAT I CAN CONTINUE TO SERVE MY COMMUNITY AS A VOLUNTEER AND AS A SUBSTITUTE TEACHER. *TR
Jun 29, 2012
ON 11/24/04 I WAS DRIVING ON A MAJOR INTERSTATE WHEN MY ENGINE AND BATTERY LIGHTS SUDDENLY CAME ON. I FELT AS IF MY BREAKS WERE NOT GOING TO WORK. I PULLED OFF AT THE NEAREST EXIT TRYING TO GET TO A SAFE PLACE TO ASSESS THE SITUATION. AS I GOT OFF THE EXIT, SMOKE BEGAN TO BILLOW INTO THE CAR FROM THE VENTS. A MAN APPROACHED ME FROM BEHIND AND INFORMED ME MY CAR WAS ON FIRE. I DIDN'T REALIZE IT UNTIL THAT MOMENT. APPARENTLY, IT HAD BEEN SHOOTING FLAMES OUT FROM THE FRONT WHEEL WELLS. MY CAR HAD ABOUT 15,000 MILES ON IT AT THE TIME. MY OIL CHANGE WAS FOUR MONTHS EARLIER WITH NO SIGNS OF ANY OIL LEAKS PRIOR TO THE FIRE. THE FUMES CAUSED ME TO HAVE AN ASTHMA ATTACK, EVEN AFTER THE FIRE WAS OUT AND THE CAR WAS TOWED TO A HONDA BODY SHOP. BECAUSE OF THE HOLIDAY, THE INSURANCE COMPANY WILL NOT LOOK AT THE CAR UNTIL 11/29 OR 30. I HAVE NO IDEA IF IT WILL BE TOTALED OR NOT. I'M CONCERNED ABOUT RESIDUAL EFFECTS FROM THE FIRE AFFECTING MY RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS. FURTHER, I' M CONCERNED ABOUT GETTING ANOTHER 2004 VEHICLE THAT MAY PRESENT WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. OR, EVEN A 2005, IF THE PROBLEM WILL EXIST IN THAT AS WELL.*AK
Nov 27, 2004
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
2 complaints
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. BROUGHT THE CAR TO THE DEALER. WAS TOLD THE OXYGEN SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED (SENSOR #1) AT A COST OF $498. *TR
Jun 18, 2008
ABOUT 2 WEEKS AGO MY HONDA CR-V 2004 STALLED IN A CAR WASH AND WOULDN'T START. AFTER ABOUT 20 MINUTES I WAS ABLE TO GET IT STARTED. SINCE THEN MY CR-V HAS HAD TROUBLE STARTING. I'VE ALSO NOTICED MY HEATER NOT WORKING AS EFFECTIVELY AND JUST RECENTLY THE CAR STARTED TO OVER HEAT. I TOOK IT TO THE MECHANIC IMMEDIATELY. AFTER A DAY THEY SAID I HAD GOTTEN WATER IN MY GAS TANK AND A WATER BUBBLE IN MY COOLANT SYSTEM. THEY FLUSHED EVERYTHING OUT, DRIED IT AND REPLACED MY COOLANT. SO FAR MY CAR SEEMS TO BE RUNNING SMOOTHLY AGAIN. *NM
Dec 28, 2006
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
2 complaints
ON AUGUST 20TH, 2007 AT 7:30 AM WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY 16 YEAR OLD SON TO SCHOOL MY 2004 HONDA CRV BEGAN TO SPEED UNCONTROLLABLY. ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP THERE WAS A THROTTLE CABLE MALFUNCTION THAT LED TO THE CARS UNCONTROLLABLE SPEEDS OF UP TO 80 MILES AN HOUR. THIS WAS THE MOST HORRIFIC EXPERIENCE I HAVE EVER ENDURED. WHILE ON THE FREEWAY I WAS FORCED TO WEAVE IN AND OUT OF CARS ALL WHILE HAVING BOTH FEET ON THE BRAKE. AFTER DECIDING TO APPLY THE HAND BRAKE WE DECIDED TO GET OFF THE FREEWAY. WE RAN ONE STOP SIGN AND BEFORE COMING TO A DEAD END STREET THANKFULLY WE MADE AN ABRUPT STOP AFTER BEING FORCED TO JUST TURN OFF THE CAR. THIS WAS AFTER HAVING MY SON CALL A FRIEND FOR HELP AND ADVICE. MY SON AND I WERE COMPLETELY SHOCKED THAT NOTHING WORSE CAME OF THIS. THANK GOD THAT NO ONE WAS HARMED IN THIS INCIDENT. THE DEALERSHIP SAYS THAT IT WAS A MALFUNCTION THAT WAS NOT CAUSED BY THE OPERATOR AND THERE WAS NO WAY TO DETECT THAT THIS WAS GOING TO HAPPEN. THE DEALERSHIP HAS AGREED TO PICK UP ALL COST RELATED TO THE MALFUNCTION BUT TRUTHFULLY I AM NOT LOOKING TO GET BACK IN THAT CAR. WE ARE CURRENTLY TRYING TO NEGOTIATE A TRADE-IN. THANK GOD NOTHING HAPPENED TO MY SON, ME, OR ANYONE ELSE.
Aug 30, 2007
ON MAY 15, I TOOK MY 2004 HONDA CRV TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR ITS FIRST OIL CHANGE. MY DAUGHTER PICKED UP THE CAR 2 HOURS LATER AND DROVE 1-2 MILES WHEN PASSERAGES IN NEARBY CARS BEGAN BLOWING THEIR HORNS AND TELLING HER TO GET OUT OF THE CAR BECAUSE IT WAS ON FIRE. MEN IN THE CAR BEHIND CALLED THE FIRE DEPT. AND BEING MECHANICS CHECKED THE OIL. IT WAS "BONE DRY." FIRE DEPT. CALLED FOR SAND TO BE LAID. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO THE HONDA DEALERSHIP WHERE THEY HAD CLEANED IT UP BY THE TIME I GOT TO THE DEALERSHIP. THEY WANTED ME TO GET IN THE CAR AND FEEL SAFE ABOUT MY NEW CAR WHICH HAD 3800 MILES. THEIR ANSWER TO WHY THIS HAPPENED WAS THAT THEY HAD LEFT THE OLD OIL GASKET ON AND HAD PUT THE NEW ONE ON TOP. IT HAD BLOWN OIL OUT THE TAILPIPE. I LEFT THE CAR THERE FOR 6 WEEKS WHILE I SOUGHT LEGAL HELP, HAD INDEPENDENT MECHANICS CHECK IT OUT, SENT OIL SAMPLES AND FILTER TO INDEPENDENT LABS FOR TESTING. DURING THIS TIME I CONTACTED HONDA COPORATION, LOCAL TV STATIONS, AND MADE NUMEROUS PHONE CALLS TO THE DEALERSHIP. I REQUESTED A NEW CAR AND TO HAVE THE SERVICE PLAN WHICH I HAD PURCHASED TRANSFERRED TO ANOTHER DEALERSHIP. TWO WEEKS AGO, THE DEALERSHIP DID AGREE TO ISSUE ME A 72 MONTHS/100,000 MILE WARRANTY AND THEY DID REFUND MY SERVICE PLAN SO THAT I MAY PURCHASE IT FROM ANOTHER DEALERSHIP. AMERICAN HONDA CORPORATION NEVER TOOK ANY OWNERSHIP FOR THE SITUATION. THEY AGREED WITH THE DEALERSHIP. *AK
Jul 11, 2004
SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE
1 complaint
MY NAME IS [XXX] PHONE NUMBER [XXX] [XXX] THEN NUMBER TO MY VEHICLE ALSO ADDRESS ON THE VIN NUMBER [XXX] ID NUMBER [XXX] ISSUED STATE OF CALIFORNIA [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
Jan 24, 2021
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
CRUZ CONTROLL DOESN'T WORK AND I HEARD THERE IS RECALL ON THE AIR CONDITION PUMP
Jul 21, 2020
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint
2004 HONDA CR-V LX. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO STRONG VIBRATION IN FRONT AXLE. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED. *JS
Jul 12, 2019
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaint
WHILE DRIVE UP A HILL THE RPM'S WHERE TO HIGH AN WOULDN'T RESPOND TO BRAKING
May 02, 2019
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR LOCK, POWER STEERING, AND IGNITION SWITCH MALFUNCTIONED. WOLFCHASE HONDA (2982 N GERMANTOWN PKWY, BARTLETT, TN 38133, (901) 255-3700) STATED THAT THE DOOR LOCKS NEEDED REPLACEMENT, BUT THERE WAS NO GUARANTEE THAT THIS WOULD REMEDY THE FAILURE. IN ADDITION, THE POWER STEERING WAS LEAKING FLUID, BUT THE DEALER DID NOT KNOW IF IT WAS THE STEERING PUMP OR HOSE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY WOULD HAVE TO DISASSEMBLE THE POWER STEERING TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE POWER STEERING MAY LAST UNTIL MARCH. THE CONTACT ALSO HAD DIFFICULTY PLACING ALL FOUR KEYS IN THE IGNITION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 160,000.
Jan 24, 2019
SEAT BELTS,VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 complaint
THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEATBELT DOES NOT RETRACT WELL. OTHER SEATBELTS MAY BE AFFECTED AS WELL. THE DRIVER'S SIDE VISOR HAS NOT BEEN DAMAGED BUT DOES NOT STAY UP. IT IS A SAFETY HAZARD.
Dec 26, 2018
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,WHEELS
1 complaint
UPON BUYING THIS CAR REPAIRS STARTED IMMEDIATELY STARTING WITH FULL BRAKE SYSTEM AND NOW BOTH BALL JOINTS, POWER STEERING RETURN LINE, TIMING CHAIN AND TENSIONER. THIS CAR IS ONLY 13 YEARS OLD AND IN MY THEORY THESE ITEMS SHOULD HAVE LASTED A LOT LONGER.
Aug 27, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,SEATS
1 complaint
CAR CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED. I DID NOT RECEIVE A RECALL OR WARNING NOTICE. THE ELECTRICAL CABLES FROM DRIVER DOOR LOOKS MELTED AND FIRE SPREAD QUICKLY. FIREFIGHTERS HAD TO BE CALLED AND THEY HAD TO WET THE CAR AND DISCONNECT THE BATTERY. THIS MODE VEHICLE AND YEAR SHOWS 5 OPEN RECALLS, BUT WHEN I SEARCH BY VIN# IT SHOWS NO OPEN RECALLS. I WAS LUCKY NOT TO BE DRIVING THE CAR.
Jul 04, 2017
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,WHEELS
1 complaint
DURING TEST DRIVE THE VEHICLE STALLED UPON BRAKING. THUS LEADING TO 3RD PARTY INSPECTION REQUEST. UPON RECEIPT OF PHOTOS AND ESTIMATE FOR SAFETY REPAIRS NOTICE A COUNTER OFFER WAS SENT TO THE DEALER TO WHICH THEY DECLINED TO REPAIR OR REDUCE THE VEHICLE. I HAVE CONCERN THAT THE VEHICLE WILL RETURN TO THE LOT AND AN UNKNOWING BUYER WILL BE AT RISK.
Mar 20, 2017
STRUCTURE,ENGINE
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT A SENSOR FOR THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER ALSO ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE DOOR LOCK SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 30,000. CONSUMER STATED ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF CONTINUALLY. JUST HAD BRAKES FIXED- BROKEN PADS, NOW LIGHT IS ON AGAIN, TRIM AROUND WINDSHIELD BLEW OFF... 50,000 MILES LIGHT IN INTERIOR FELL DOWN ( IT IS ROTTED). IT IS A LEMON WITH APPARENT ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, SENSORS ON ALL THE TIME. UPDATED 05/31/18*JB
Feb 22, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR AND TAILGATE DOOR LOCKS WOULD NOT ENGAGE AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 95,000.
Jan 15, 2016
SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE CHASSIS BOTTOM WAS FRACTURED DUE TO A MISSING PART THAT COVERED THE CHASSIS AND NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,357.
Nov 16, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
FOR THE LAST 3 YEARS WE HAVE HAD THREE (3) MAIN ISSUES WITH THIS VEHICLE, 1) AIR BAG SRS LIGHT HAS BEEN ON, 2) THE FRONT PASSENGER WINDOW WILL NOT ROLL DOWN AND 3) THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM HAS NOT OPERATED. FROM THE BEGINING I HAVE CHECKED ON RECALLS/ CAMPAIGNS FOR THESE ITEMS AND THE ONLY RECALL WE RECEIVED FOR THIS VEHICLE VIN # WAS THE AIR BAG RECALL (BTW WE TOOK IT IN FOR THE RECAL AND THE SRS LIGHT IS STILL ON). WHEN YOU LOOK ON HONDA'S WEBSITE TO CHECK FOR RECALLS NO OTHER ISSUES COME UP WITH MY VIN#, YET IF YOU LOOK THE VEHICLE UP BY THE MODEL AND YEAR, A WHOLE LIST OF "CAMPAIGNS" COME UP UNDER THIS VEHICLE. MY VEHCILE HAS HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS AS THE SAID MAKE AND MODELS FOR YEARS. I FILED A COMPLAINT WITH HONDA AMERICA (CASE # 04205532) THIS MORNING AND SPOKE WITH "SERINITY" OF THE PRODUCT CONCERN SECTION OF HONDA AMERICA AND BASICLLY SHE IS TELLING ME BECAUSE MY PARTICILAR VEHCILE WAS MANUFACTURED IN JAPAN (VIN # STARTING WITH A "J") THAT NO RECALLS APPLY TO ME. BUT YET I AM HAVING THE SAME ISSUES WITH MY VEHICLE OF THE SAME MODEL AND YEAR. HONDA BASICALLY HAS STATED THAT THEY CANNOT OFFER ANY HELP ON THIS MATTER. PLEASE NOTE, THERE ARE OTHER SAFETY "CAMPAIGNS" THAT I NEVER GOT NOTICES, SUCH AS WIRING HARNESSESS. I TOOK MY VEHICLE INTO A NON-DEALER MECHANIC FOR AIR-CONDITIONING SERVICES AND THEY STATED TO ME 2 + YEARS AGO THAT THIS VEHICLE IS KNOWN TO HAVE A MAJOR DEFECT IN THE AC CLUTCH ON THE AC PUMP WAS DESIGNED TOO CLOSE TO THE ENGINE AND THUS HEATS UP AND SHATTERS INTO MANY PIECES AND FLOWS THOUGH THE WHOLE AC SYSTEM THUS REQUIRING THAT THE WHOLE AC SYSTEM IS REQUIRED TO BE REPLACED (HONDA SERVICE BULLETIN # 12-072). HONDA HAS ISSUED A CAMPAIGN INCREASING THE AC SYSTEM WARRANTY TO 10 YEARS/ 100,000 MILES, BUT AGAIN THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO MY VEHICLE, YET I HAVE THE SAME EXACT ISSUES ON MY VEHICLE. PLEASE HELP ON THIS MATTER.
Oct 19, 2015
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 complaint
DRIVER'S SIDE SUN VISOR WILL NOT STAY IN POSITION. DROPS DOWN CONSTANTLY. WILL NOT STAY UP NOR PUSHED FORWARD AGAINST WINDSHIELD. THE OWNERS FORUM HAS TONS OF CRV OWNERS WITH THIS PROBLEM. I CONTACTED HONDA AND WAS TOLD THEY DO NOT GUARANTEE THAT PART! THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY HAZARD. HONDA KNOWS IT HAS ISSUE WITH IT'S VISORS HOWEVER WILL NOT ISSUE A RECALL FOR THE PROBLEM.
Jul 21, 2015
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V351000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. UPDATED 8/19/15*CN UPDATED 9/30/2015*JS
May 05, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY,AIR BAGS
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 12V486000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY) AND 14V351000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS NEEDED WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
Jan 12, 2015
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
1 complaint
MY CR-V EX WAS SERVICED BY THE DEALERSHIP I BOUGHT IT FROM. THE ENGINE, CAT CONVERTER, AND CV-BOOT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED, BECAUSE THE ENGINE HAS A SERVER OIL LEAK INTERNALLY. THIS OIL LEAK MY ALSO COST ME A TRANSMISSION. THESE ISSUES COST OVER $8,400.00 AND COUNTING. I ONLY OWNED THE CAR 66 DAYS BEFORE I WAS TOLD THAT THE ENGINE IS JUNK. A FIRMLY BELIEVE THAT THE DEALERSHIP OWES ME MY MONEY ON THIS ISSUE, BECAUSE IT WAS BROUGHT TO THERE ATTENTION LESS THEN A WEEK AFTER I PURCHASED THIS CAR. *TR
Jan 07, 2015
STRUCTURE,EQUIPMENT
1 complaint
2004 HONDA CRV. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE PAINT ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED WHITE SPOTS STARTING APPEARING ON THE HOOD, THEN WINDOWS AND AROUND THE WINDOWS. ALSO, THE AIR CONDITIONER HAD TO BE FIXED.
Mar 06, 2014
POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
1 complaint
I WAS DRIVING THROUGH MY AREA AT OR NEAR 15 MPH. WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN TO A SPEED OF 30-35 MPH. THE BRAKE PEDAL FELT VERY STIFF AND WAS DIFFICULT TO HOLD THE CAR AT 30 MPH WITH CONSTANT BRAKING. THERE WAS NO TRAFFIC AND THE INCIDENT OCCURRED NOT FAR FROM MY HOME, SO I PROCEEDED BACK HOME. THE CAR WOULD NOT DECELERATE. I HAVE A VERY LONG DRIVEWAY THAT I PULLED INTO, PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL, TURNED OFF THE KEY AND PULLED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE. THERE WAS A LOUD GRINDING NOISE AS THE ENGINE WOUND DOWN. I IMMEDIATELY CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP WHERE THE CAR WAS PURCHASED AND TOLD THEM WHAT HAPPENED. THEY SENT A TOW VEHICLE TO PICK UP THE CAR SINCE IT WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE IT TO THEM. THEY SAID THEY DROVE THE CAR MULTIPLE TIMES AND PERFORMED DIAGNOSTIC TESTS ON THE VEHICLE FINDING NO PROBLEMS AFTER HAVING THE CAR FOR THREE DAYS. THE INVOICE HOWEVER SHOWED IDENTICAL MILEAGE IN AND OUT OF THEIR FACILITY WHEN IT WAS PICKED UP JAN. 2, 2014. ON FEB. 11, 2014, I WAS IN TRAFFIC STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, MY RIGHT FOOT PRESSING ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. WITHOUT WARNING THE ENGINE REVVED, THE BRAKE PEDAL STIFFENED AND THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD HITTING THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME, DOING DAMAGE TO BOTH VEHICLES. BOTH THE DEALERSHIP AND HONDA OF AMERICA HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED AND A CLAIM HAS BEEN FILED. RESEARCH SHOWS THAT THIS IS NOT AN UNHEARD OF COMPLAINT OR OCCURRENCE FOR THIS MAKE, MODEL, YEAR VEHICLE AS EVIDENCE BUY COMPLAINTS TO YOU. THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED BY THE DEALERSHIP AND I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER AND ONLY DRIVER. THIS IS MY FIRST ACCIDENT IN OVER 50 YRS OF BEING A LICENSED DRIVER. *TR
Feb 27, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS
1 complaint
UPDATE TO JULY/2013 COMPLAINT REGARDING SRS LIGHT COMING ON PERMANENTLY. 9/11/13 SRS LIGHT CAME ON PERMANENTLY AGAIN. DTC 15-2 CODE. THE HONDA DEALER REPLACED THE SRS CONTROL UNIT ON 10/1/13. MILEAGE 114,126. I HAVE THE OLD SRS CONTROL UNIT IN MY POSSESSION. 10/21/13 SRS LIGHT COME ON PERMANENTLY AGAIN. 11/4/13 HONDA DEALER RESET THE SRS LIGHT. DTC CODES WERE DIFFERENT THAN THE DTC 15-2. MILEAGE 114,925. NO CHARGE BY DEALER. 11/24/13 SRS LIGHT CAME ON PERMANENTLY AGAIN. HONDA DEALER DIAGNOSED PROBLEM AS A SHORT IN ONE OF THE WIRING HARNESSES TRIGGERING THE DTC 15-2 CODE. DEALER RESET THE SRS LIGHT. NO CHARGE FOR 4 HOURS OF WORK. DEALER WOULD NOT GIVE ME ANY PAPERWORK ON SERVICE VISIT. MILEAGE APPROXIMATELY 115,437 AT TIME OF VISIT. THE DEALER TECH SUGGESTED I CLEAR THE CODE WITH A CODE READER UNTIL IT WOULD NO LONGER CLEAR RATHER THAN BLINDLY REPLACING AT THIS TIME THE 4 WIRING HARNESSES TO LOCATE THE SHORT. THE CONSUMER ALSO STATED THE HEAD LIGHTS BURNED OUT PREMATURELY, AND HE HAD TO REPLACE THEM SEVERAL TIMES. UPDATED 01/29/14
Dec 11, 2013
EQUIPMENT,ENGINE
1 complaint
THUNK NOISE FROM ENGINE ON PASSENGER SIDE. WORSE WITH TURNING, HAPPENED INTERMITTENTLY AT ALL SPEEDS. DEALER SAID "SOMETHING" WAS NOT TIGHTENED PROPERLY, MUTTERING ABOUT ENGINE MOUNT. I WAS NOT GIVEN A SERVICE RECORD FOR THE REPAIR AND AM IN THE PROCESS OF TRYING TO GET ONE AFTER THE FACT. AT THE SAME TIME HEAR A GRINDING NOISE THAT WAS NOT RESOLVED. CR-V AT REPAIR SHOP NOW AND SAID IT LOOKS AS IF AIR COMPRESSOR, CLUTCH AND FANS FOR AC ARE NOT RIGHT. IF NOT RESOLVED WILL BLOW AND DAMAGE ENGINE. I HAVE SEARCHED AND FOUND THIS IS AN ALARMINGLY COMMON PROBLEM. IS THERE ANY MOVE TO INVESTIGATE OR INITIATE A RECALL? *JS
Sep 26, 2013
AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED AND REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V260000 (AIR BAGS). AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED THE AIR BAG LIGHT CONTINUED TO ILLUMINATE INTERMITTENTLY. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTACT STATED THE FRONT AND REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE DOORS LOCKED ON THEIR OWN WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND THE ENGINE WAS ON. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 56,000. *TR
Jun 24, 2013
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
I WAS TRAVELING AT APPROX 55 TO 60 MPH ON THE FWY. I STARTED TO SLOW DOWN WHEN I SAW 2 CARS THAT WERE AT A DEAD STOP IN MY LANE WAY AHEAD OF ME, THEY JUST SAT THERE SO I HIT MY BRAKES HARDER & MY BRAKES LOCKED UP. MY CAR THEN WENT OUT OF CONTROL AND I TRIED MY BEST TO CONTROL IT. I DID MANAGE TO KEEP MY CAR FROM ROLLING. MY CAR WAS GOING BACK AND FORTH ON 2 WHEELS ON THE DRIVERS SIDE AND THE PASSENGERS SIDE. I WAS ALSO SPINNING AND FISHTAILING AND THE BACK END OF MY CR-V (PASSENGER SIDE) HIT THE BACK END OF THE DRIVER SIDE OF A SEDAN IN THE #3 OR #4 LANE. THAT IMPACT SENT MY CR-V STRAIGHT INTO THE CEMENT CENTER DIVIDER OF THE FREEWAY. I HIT THE CENTER DIVIDER HEAD ON AND WENT UP AND IT FELT LIKE I WAS GOING TO GO OVER IT ONTO THE OTHER SIDE OF THE FREEWAY BUT MY CR-V CAME BACK DOWN RIGHT IN FRONT OF THE CENTER DIVIDER WITH THE SMASHED UP BUMPER FACING THE CENTER DIVIDER. MY CR-V HIT THE CENTER DIVIDER HARD ENOUGH FOR MY BODY TO BEND THE STEERING WHEEL BACK. NOT ONE OF MY 4 AIR BAGS WENT OFF. I HAD THIS CR-V IN THE HONDA DEALER 14 DAYS EARLIER TO REPAIR THE AIRBAG RECALL (I HAVE ALL OF THE PAPERWORK DETAILING THIS) I HAVE PICTURES OF THE INJURIES FROM HITTING AND BENDING THE STEERING WHEEL. I ALSO CHIPPED 3 TEETH. I HAVE PICTURES OF THE AIRBAG SENSOR AND THE BENT METAL AROUND IT. THE CHP OFFICERS, TOW TRUCK DRIVER, THE PERSON THAT I HIT AND THE BODY SHOP PERSONNEL ALL HAVE THE SAME QUESTION THAT DO; THE AIRBAG SHOULD HAVE GONE OFF, WHY DIDN'T IT AND WHY WAS I INJURED? I COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED. HONDA HAS HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH THIS YEAR AND MODEL OF CR-V, YET THEY DO NOTHING ABOUT THEM. THE SEAT BELTS, & THE AIRBAGS DEFINITELY MALFUNCTIONED. I HAVE HAD 2 OTHER SIMILAR PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKES LOCKING UP ON ME AND I THINK THAT THERE MAY BE A PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKES OR WHEELS. THIS CAR NEEDS TO BE LOOKED AT. I HAVE NEVER HAD ANY PROBLEMS W/ANY OF MY 4 HONDAS PAST. *TR
May 26, 2013
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 complaint
THE AIR CONDITIONER DASH BOARD OF MY 2004 HONDA CRV STOPPED WORKING ONE DAY, WITH NO SIGNS OF PROBLEMS BEFORE, THE AIR WAS ON AND TRIED TO TURN IT OFF AND CONTROLS DIDN'T WORK COULDN'T LOWER THE LEVEL OF AIR EITHER, TRIED TO MOVED THE SWITCH BACK AND FORWARD UNTIL FINALLY STOPPED, BUT THE PROBLEM CONTINUE FOR MONTHS UNTIL THE POINT OF NOT BEEN ABLE TO TURN IT OFF; I HAVE TO TURN OFF THE ENGINE SO MY A/C WILL TURN OFF. ENGINE LIGHT TURNED ON ONE DAY AND WENT OFF IN A DAY OR TWO THEN HAPPENED AGAIN LIKE A MONTH LATER TURNED ON AND THEN OFF IN A COUPLE OF DAYS , THE PROBLEM CONTINUED FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS WAS HARD TO GET DIAGNOSE SINCE BY THE TIME I WAS ABLE TO TAKE IT TO CHECK LIGHT GOT OFF, IT GOT TO A POINT WHEN ENGINE LIGHT PERMANANTLY STAYED ON- I TOOK MY CAR TO GET THAT CHECKED AND GAVE A VERY GENERIC CODE THAT NOT SPECIFYING THE PROBLEM. *TR
Dec 11, 2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE
1 complaint
AIR CONDITIONING QUIT IN HIGH TEMPERATURE 100 DEGREE..$1200 DOLLARS TO FIX SOMEWHAT..SHOP AID SHARDS OF METAL SENT INTO SYSTEM...HAD TO CONTINUE TRIP WITHOUT AIR CONDITIONING WITH AN ELDERLY PERSON BECAUSE SEATTLE HONDA UNABLE TO FIX. PARTS HAD TO COME FROM PORTLAND... IF WHOLE SYSTEM REPLACED OVER $2300.. *TR
Nov 08, 2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,STRUCTURE
1 complaint
THIS IS NOT SO MUCH A SAFETY ISSUE AS A FINANCIAL ONE. IT SEEMS THAT BITS OR METAL GO THROUGH THE COMPRESSOR. AC WAS REPAIRED BY (BAILEY) DEALERSHIP UNDER/AT 24,000 MIL. NOW AT 76 K, AC WENT OUT AGAIN. DEALER (MOMENTUM) WANTED $4,010. TO REPAIR BUT HONDA OFFERED TO PAY 1/2 LEAVING MY SHARE TO BE $2,005. TOO MUCH. I HAD COMPRESSOR, ETC REPLACED ELSEWHERE FOR MUCH LESS AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS NO OIL IN THE COMPRESSOR. I WOULD LIKE THIS INFO. SENT TO THE HONDA MANUFACTURE. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
Jul 23, 2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
AS I WAS DRIVING, WITHOUT WARNING I HEARD A LOUD "METALIC" NOISE THAT SOUNDED AS THOUGH I HAD RUN OVER SOMETHING. AS I WAS SEEKING A PLACE TO TURN OFF OF THE ROAD, THE SOUND STOPPED FOR A FEW SECONDS THEN RETURNED. AT THAT TIME, I LOST MY POWER STEERING AND HAD DIFFICULTY PULLING OFF TO A SIDE ROAD THAT I FOUND SEVERAL HUNDRED FEET FROM WHERE THE INCIDENT OCCURRED. WHEN I GOT OUT OF THE CAR, I NOTED THAT THERE WAS A CHUNK OF METAL PROTRUDING FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE CAR NEAR THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT TIRE. WHEN THE CAR WAS FINALLY TOWED TO A HONDA DEALER, I WAS TOLD THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR HAD EXPLODED! I UNDERSTAND WEARABLE PARTS BREAKING BUT EXPLODING! I WAS WITHIN A MILE OF APPROACHING AN ON-RAMP TO A 3-LANE HIGHWAY AND SHUDDER TO THINK OF WHAT WOULD HAVE HAPPENED HAD THE EXPLOSION OCCURRED ON THE INTERSTATE! BEYOND THE INCONVENIENCE AND COST (APPROACHING $2,000), THIS TYPE OF CATASROPHIC INCIDENT IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. THE EXPLOSION CAUSED ME TO LOSE FULL CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE AND MOST DEFINITELY COULD HAVE CAUSED A VERY SERIOUS ACCIDENT. *TT
Jun 21, 2012
STRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE HOOD SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE AND SHATTERED THE WINDSHIELD. A LOCAL MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE HOOD LATCH NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE PROCESS OF BEING REPAIRED. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 47,000. UPDATED 01/03/12*LJ THE CONSUMER STATED THERE WAS A DESIGN FLAW IN THE HOOD PUMP ROD, WHICH MADE THE HOOD NOT LATCH PROPERLY. UPDATED 01/09/12
Nov 23, 2011
POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENT
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HONDA CRV LX. THE CONTACT NOTICED OIL LEAKAGE COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE AREA WHENEVER AN OIL CHANGE WAS PERFORMED BY THE DEALER. RECENTLY, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THEY REPLACED THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE AXLE SEAL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNAVAILABLE. UPDATED 10/03/11 *BF UPDATED EVOQ 10/27/11 UPDATED EVOQ 11/29/11 THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A CLASS ACTION NOTICE IN THE MAIL REGARDING FAULTY AIR COMPRESSORS ON CERTAIN HONDA MODELS. UPDATED EVOQ 12/20/11 UPDATED 3/29/12 *CN
Aug 26, 2011
SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 complaint
ON 5/24/2011, AS I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET, MY 2004 HONDA MODEL CR-V EX-L, WITH A LOUD NOISE CAME TO AN ABRUPT STOP. I LATER LEARNED THAT THE LOWER CONTROL ARM OF THE RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE HAD BROKEN OFF AND CAUSED THE FRONT RIGHT AXLE TO SNAP OFF AND THE TIRE BECAME DETACHED FROM THE BODY OF THE CAR. THE INSURANCE COMPANY GEICO, HAD THE ADJUSTER LOOKING AT THE CAR, ON 5/25/2011 AND HE DETERMINED THERE HAD BEEN NO COLLISION, NO UNRELATED DAMAGE TO CAUSE THIS SERIOUS PROBLEM. THE CR-V WAS TOWED TO THE SAME DEALERSHIP WHERE I HAVE HAD THE CAR SERVICED , I HAVE ALL MY RECORDS. IN 2010, I WENT TO FIRESTONE TO HAVE AN OIL CHANGE, ALL OTHER SERVICES WERE DONE AT HONDA. THE HONDA INSPECTOR LOOKED AT THE CAR AND DETERMINED THERE WAS NO DEFECT, THE CAR WAS OLD AND THIS WAS THE RESULT FOR SUCH DAMAGE TO THE CAR. I REPORTED MY COMPLAINT TO HONDA, COMPLAINT # [XXX]. NOW I HAVE TO PAY A GOOD DEAL OF THE REPAIRS MYSELF, SINCE MY EXTENDED WARRANTY HAD EXPIRED. MY INSURANCE COMPANY WILL COVER THE AXLE AND THE LABOR COSTS. EVERY HONDA REPRESENTATIVE, I SPOKE TO, TELLS ME THAT THE CAR IS OLD, AND THIS SORT OF DAMAGE IS TO BE EXPECTED. AT THE TIME THAT THE HONDA INSPECTOR, SAW THE CAR, HE ASKED ME IF ANYONE ELSE HAD WORKED ON THE CAR, I SAID NO BECAUSE, I HAD ALWAYS USED THE HONDA DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT TO SERVICE MY CAR; LATER ON, I FOUND THAT IN JULY 2010, I DID HAVE AN OIL CHANGE AT A FIRESTONE SERVICE CENTER FOR AN OIL CHANGE. I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT DRIVING THIS VEHICLE AGAIN, AND THE FACT THAT ALL THE HONDA REPRESENTATIVES TELL ME THAT MY CAR IS OLD, AND IT IS TO BE EXPECTED. THE CAR HAD AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT A TOTAL OF 62,342. MILES ON IT. I SHOULD ALSO REPORT THAT THIS VEHICLE HAD TO HAVE 4 SETS OF TIRES CHANGED FROM DATE OF PURCHASE TO 2009. AGAIN, THE HONDA SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE AT THE SAME LOCATION, TOLD ME THAT SUV'S REQUIRE FREQUENT TIRE CHANGES. THE MASTER CYLINDER OF THIS CAR HAS ALSO HAD TO BE REPLACED. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
Jun 14, 2011
STEERING,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,EQUIPMENT
1 complaint
LETTER FROM CONGRESSWOMAN GIFFORDS ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT REGARDING PROBLEMS WITH HER HONDA 2004 CRV (ATTACHMENTS NOT IMAGED) *TGW THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED PROBLEMS WITH THE AIR CONDITION UNIT FREEZING, THE ENGINE BLEW SPARK PLUGS INTO THE CYLINDER HEAD, THE PROPELLER PROTECTION SHAFT WAS INSTALLED INCORRECTLY, THE VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATE AT TIMES AND THE HOOD RELEASE LATCH FAILED WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING. *JB
Dec 01, 2010
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaint
PROBLEM: SUDDEN ACCELERATION DUE TO DEFECTIVE THROTTLE BODY. THE IDLE RPMS ARE EXCESSIVE UPON STARTUP AND LEAD TO SUDDEN ACCELERATION DURING BRAKING TO A STOP. BACKGROUND: MALFUNCTION LAMP LIGHT WAS CONSTANTLY TURNING ON AND OFF. TOOK THE CAR TO A HONDA DEALERSHIP AND THEY ONLY FOUND THE ERROR CODE FOR THE O2 SENSOR. LATER TOOK IT TO A LOCAL MECHANIC TO FIX THE O2 SENSOR AND THEY FOUND A DEFECTIVE THROTTLE BODY (ERROR CODE P0122). THERE ARE SEVERAL FORUMS WHICH ADDRESS THIS EXACT ISSUE ON 2002-2004 HONDA CRV. *TR
Mar 20, 2010
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
1 complaint
HONDA CRV AIR CONDITIONER STOPPED WORKING. TOOK TO HONDA DEALER. THEY ADVISED A/C SYSTEM HAD " IMPLODED". WOULD COST $1,200 TO $2,000 + TO REPLACE AND INSURE THAT SYSTEM IS CLEANED OF ALL METAL PARTICLES. *TR
May 11, 2009
AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaint
WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH THE CONSUMER HIT A DEER IN HER 2004 HONDA CRV. ALTHOUGH THE VEHICLE HAD FRONT END DAMAGE THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE'S THROTTLE ALSO BECAME STUCK. *NM THE CONSUMER REQUESTED THAT HONDA CONSIDER THIS INCIDENT TO CHANGE THE DESIGN LOCATION OF THE THROTTLE. *SC
Mar 21, 2005
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,AIR BAGS
1 complaint
WHILE DRIVING AT AN ESTIMATED SPEED OF 20-25 MPH VEHICLE ROLLED OVER A PATCH OF ICE, AFFECTING DIRECTION CONTROL. DRIVER BY INSTINCT HIT THE BRAKES WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO GO INTO A 360 DEGREE SPIN. AS THE DRIVER TRIED TO REGAIN CONTROL THE VEHICLE HEADED TOWARD A PARKED SEMI TRUCK, AND COLLIDED WITH THE TRUCK HEAD ON. UPON IMACT, NEITHER DUAL AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. *AK
Feb 07, 2005
PARKING BRAKE
1 complaint
THE PARKING BRAKE DOES NOT OPERATE DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ROLL BACK WHEN IT IS PARKED. OWNER WILL NOTIFY MANUFACTURER.*AK
Feb 02, 2005
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaint
I WAS DRIVING A NEW 2004 HONDA CR-V, STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND THEN TURNED LEFT ONTO A ONE WAY STREET. I SAW AN SUV IN FRONT OF ME AND APPLIED THE BRAKES. NOTHING HAPPENED. I HIT THE VEHICLE IN THE REAR. THAT VEHICLE WAS KNOCKED FORWARD. I APPLIED THE BRAKES AGAIN. NOTHING HAPPENED. I HIT THE VEHICLE AGAIN IN THE REAR. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. I YANKED MY VEHICLE TO THE RIGHT, AND STEPPED ON THE BRAKES AGAIN. NOTHING HAPPENED. I WAS FINALLY ABLE TO STRAIGHTEN AND STOP THE VEHICLE BY PULLING AS HARD AS I COULD ON THE PARKING BRAKE--AND EVEN THEN, I HAD TO PULL IT TWICE, AS FAR DOWN AS I COULD GET IT. THE OTHER DRIVER WASN'T INJURED AND HER VEHICLE HAD DAMAGE ON THE REAR SIDE. MY LEFT KNEE HIT THE DASH AND MY HANDS HIT THE WHEEL AND DASH--SUSTAINING SOME INJURY, AND MY RIGHT ARM WAS BURNED BY THE AIR BAG. MY VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. THE MECHANIC WHO LOOKED AT MY HONDA SAID THAT HE COULDN'T TELL FOR CERTAIN IF THE BRAKES HAD FAILED, OR IF THE THROTTLE WAS STUCK FULL OPEN PRIOR TO THE ACCIDENT. AFTER THE ACCIDENT, THE THROTTLE WAS STUCK FULL OPEN.*AK
Jan 28, 2005
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,VISIBILITY
1 complaint
I JUST BOUGHT MY HONDA CRV ON 09/09/04, IN THIRD DAY I FOUND THAT THE WASHER CONTAINER OR BOTTLE LEAK THE LIQUID IN THE DRAINER NECK, BECAUSE THE CONNECTION OF THE NECK AND THE BOTTLE HAS NO WASHER RUBBER TO STOP THE LIQUID FROM LEAKING. I CALL FOR REPAIR BUT EXCUSE FOR WAITING THE PARTS, IT SEEMS THIS IS UNREASONABLE.*AK
Oct 06, 2004
SEAT BELTS,EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
1 complaint
I OWN A 2004 HONDA CR-V AND I AM IN NEED OF A SEAT BELT EXTENDER FOR A PASSENGER WITH A DISABILITY. I'VE BEEN INFORMED BY MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP THAT HONDA DOES NOT MAKE AN EXTENDER FOR THE CR-V AS "IT'S AGAINST THE LAW". MY PASSENGER CANNOT SECURE THE SEAT BELT WITHOUT AN EXTENDER AND THIS THEREFORE COULD BE/IS A MAJOR LIFE OR DEATH SAFETY ISSUE. OTHER MANUFACTURERS PROVIDE THEM (CHRYSLER, FORD, GM). IS HONDA CORRECT OR IN VIOLATION OF ANY FEDERAL REQUIREMENT TO PROVIDE ONE FREE OF COST AS OTHER VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS DO? THANK YOU.
Jul 19, 2004
Frequently Asked Questions
How many problems does the 2004 HONDA CR-V have?
The 2004 HONDA CR-V currently has 499 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.
What are the most common problems with 2004 HONDA CR-V?
The most common problems reported for the 2004 HONDA CR-V are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.
Where does this 2004 HONDA CR-V problem data come from?
All problem and complaint data for the 2004 HONDA CR-V comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.
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