2004 Honda CR-VHonda Cr-v 2004

Complaint Information: Recalls, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins, Recall Investigations, OBD II Codes

NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 157599 [USA]: If the switch fails, it could overheat and smoke, increasing the risk of a fire.
    Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2002-2006 cr-v vehicles. Moisture may enter the driver side power window master switch, causing the switch to fail or melt.
    honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power window master switch and inspect the wiring harness for damage, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began january 29, 2021. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is p9d.
    owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Safercar.Gov.

  • Recall 141597 [USA]: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
    Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2003-2006 acura mdx, 2005-2012 rl, 2003-2007 honda accord, 2001-2005 civic, 2003-2005 civic hybrid, 2001-2005 civic gx ngv, 2002-2006 cr-v, 2003-2011 element, 2007-2008 fit, 2002-2004 odyssey, 2003-2008 pilot, and 2006-2014 ridgeline vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
    honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal airbag inflator, free of charge. The recall began august 12, 2019. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are e5d and x5c.
    owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Safercar.Gov.

  • Recall 140810 [USA]: An explosion of an inflator within the driver frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver, front seat passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
    Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling specific 2003 acura 3.2cl, 2013-2016 ilx, 2013-2014 ilx hybrid, 2003-2006 mdx, 2007-2016 rdx, 2002-2003 3.2tl, 2004-2006, and 2009-2014 tl, 2010-2013 zdx and 2001-2007 and 2009 honda accord, 2001-2005 civic, 2003-2005 civic hybrid, 2001-2005 civic gx ngv, 2002-2007 and 2010-2011 cr-v, 2003-2011 element, 2007 fit, 2002-2004 odyssey, 2003-2008 pilot, and 2006-2014 ridgeline vehicles. The affected vehicles received a replacement driver air bag inflator as part of a previous takata inflator recall remedy or a replacement driver air bag module containing the same inflator type as a service part. Due to a manufacturing error, in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver frontal air bag, these inflators may explode.
    honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began april 10, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is o41. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is u40.
    owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Safercar.Gov.

  • Recall 128646 [USA]: An incorrectly installed air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2003-2012 honda accord and pilot, 2010 accord crosstour, 2001-2011 civic, 2002-2011 cr-v, 2003-2004, 2006-2008 and 2011 element, 2007 and 2009-2013 fit, 2010-2012 insight, 2002-2004 odyssey, and 2012 ridgeline vehicles. The front passenger air bag may have been installed incorrectly during replacement.
    honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began june 22, 2018. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are k1p, and m1o.
    owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Safercar.Gov.

  • Recall 118906 [USA]: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the passenger seat occupant or other occupants possibly causing serious injury or death.
    Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain model year 2001-2005 honda civic vehicles manufactured march 21, 2000, to january 20, 2005, 2001-2004 honda civic gx vehicles manufactured june 14, 2000, to august 19, 2004, 2003-2005 honda civic hybrid vehicles manufactured february 24, 2002, to january 18, 2005, 2003-2007 honda accord vehicles manufactured february 21, 2002, to august 28, 2007, 2002-2004 honda cr-v vehicles, 2002-2003 honda odyssey vehicles manufactured june 19, 2001, to july 12, 2003, 2003 acura mdx vehicles manufactured september 19, 2002, to june 19, 2003, 2003 honda element vehicles manufactured june 25, 2002, to july 31, 2003, and 2003 honda pilot vehicles manufactured november 26, 2001, to august 21, 2003. The affected vehicles have a passenger side frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture upon its deployment.
    honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on july 1, 2015. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are ju4, ju5, ju6, and ju7. Note: vehicles that have already received a replacement passenger air bag inflator as part of the recall remedy for an earlier campaign such as 14v353 or 14v700 (honda recall numbers s95, jh6, jh7, jh8, jh9, jj0, jj1, jj2, jj6, jm5 and jm6) are not included in this recall. However, this recall does supersede 13v132 and 14v349. Note: on december 18, 2015 honda informed nhtsa of an expansion of this recall to include certain model year 2004 honda cr-v vehicles in addition to additional model year 2003 cr-v vehicles.
    owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Safercar.Gov.

  • Recall 107177 [USA]: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
    Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain model year 2001-2007 accord, 2001-2005 civic, 2001-2004 honda civic gx, 2003-2005 honda civic hybrid, 2002-2006 cr-v, 2003-2011 element, 2002-2004 odyssey, 2003-2008 pilot, 2006 ridgeline, 2003 acura 3.2cl, 2003-2006 acura mdx, and 2002-2003 acura 3.2tl vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion and other factors, including manufacturing variability that, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
    honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on july 1, 2015. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Owners may contact acura customer service at 1-800-382-2238, select option 4. Note: vehicles that have had their driver frontal air bag replaced previously as part of a recall remedy prior to september 12, 2014 need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well. Vehicles that, on or after september 12, 2014, received a remedy for a prior driver frontal air bag inflator recall already received an inflator of a different design, and therefore are not included in this recall and do not require additional servicing. Note: this recall fully supersedes recalls 08v-593, 09v-259, 10v-041, 11v-260, 14v-351 and 15v-153. Honda's numbers for this recall are jq9, jr0, jr1, jr2, jr3, jr4, jr5, jr6, jr7, and jr8.
    owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Safercar.Gov.

  • Recall 113959 [USA]: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger?s frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
    American honda motor co. (honda) is recalling certain model year 2001-2005 honda civic, 2003-2004 civic cng and element, 2002-2005 cr-v, 2002-2004 odyssey, 2003-2005 accord, pilot, civic hybrid, and acura mdx, 2005 acura rl and 2006 honda ridgeline vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in geographic locations associated with high absolute humidity. Specifically, vehicles sold, or ever registered, in alabama, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, south carolina, texas, puerto rico, u.S. Virgin islands, saipan, guam, and american samoa are addressed by this recall. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
    honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began january 26, 2015. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
    owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Safercar.Gov.Note: this recall supersedes safety recall 14v-353, with the exception of vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in california.Those vehicles will continue to be addressed, and a free remedy provided, under that safety recall campaign.This recall also includes vehicles in the specific geographic areas listed above that were included within safety recalls 13v-132 and 14v-349.

  • Recall 92049 [USA]: If the switch fails, it could overheat, smoke, and cause a fire. a switch failure, and a fire, could occur even if the vehicle is not in use. as a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the recall repair has been performed.
    Honda is recalling certain model year 2002-2006 cr-v passenger vehicles, manufactured from february 19, 2002, through july 28, 2006. The driver-side power window switch may fail or melt.
    honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the switches, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on november 2, 2012. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
    honda's campaign recall number is s61. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Safercar.Gov.

  • Recall 92639 [USA]: If the terminal ends melt within the wiring harness connector, the low beam headlights may become inoperative, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Honda is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2004 cr-v; model year 2003 through 2005 pilot; and model year 2002 and 2003 civic vehicles. In march 2012, honda filed a defect report to recall certain model year 2002 through 2004 cr-v and certain model year 2003 pilot vehicles. In august 2012, honda informed the agency that it was including an additional 820,789 vehicles including certain model year 2004 and 2005 pilots and model year 2002 and 2003 civics. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,375,217. Due to tension from the combination switch wiring harness, wear on the surface of the electrical terminal can occur, yielding copper oxide, which increases electrical resistance. Increased electrical resistance may cause the terminal ends to melt within the wiring harness connector.
    honda will notify owners, and dealers will repair the low beam terminal harness or replace the lighting switch as necessary, free of charge. The original recall began in april 2012. Owners of vehicles involved in the september 2012 expansion will be notified in september 2012. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
    honda's recall campaign number for the original recall is s34.Honda's recall number for the additional vehicles is s51.Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

  • Recall 75026 [USA]: In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant(s) may be seriously injured by shattered glass.
    Certain curved tempered replacement glass manufactured by hangzhou safety glass ltd and supplied to safelite by auto temp inc., identified as dot-430, and sold for use on certain domestic and foreign vehicles may not break into small pieces as expected of tempered glass and fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 205, "glazing materials."
    safelite will notify its retail customers and replace the glass free of charge. Retail customers can contact safelite toll free at 1-888-843-2906. Safelite will notify its wholesale customers and reimburse wholesale customers for current inventory and at a specified rate for replacing their customer's glass. Wholesale customers can contact safelite's wholesale division, service autoglass toll free at 1-888-246-6298. The recall began on january 15, 2008.
    this recall only pertains to certain curved tempered replacement glass manufactured by hangzhou safety glass, ltd. (dot-430) and supplied to safelite by auto temp inc., and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed above. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

  • Recall 34801 [USA]: In the event of a crash, the air bag inflation rate would be incorrect, which could increase the risk of injury to the driver.
    On certain sport utility vehicles, the wire harness of the driver's front air bag was incorrectly wired.
    dealers will repair the wiring. Owner notification began on june 16, 2004. Owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
    honda recall no. P34.Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

  • Recall R/2019/243 [UK]: Possible air bag inflator rupture
    Passenger air bag may not deploy correctly.
    the inflator inside the passenger?S airbag module is to be replaced.

  • Recall R/2012/045 [UK]: Low beam headlights may become inoperative
    Tension from the combination switch wiring harness can cause a small amount of movement when the combination switch is operated. Over time the low beam terminal can become worn leading to poor electrical continuity. Ultimately this may cause the low beam headlights to fail.
    recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the low beam terminal harness and where necessary the lighting switch.

  • Recall R/2012/114 [UK]: Fire may occur
    It is possible moisture or other fluids may enter the drivers window and contaminate the main power window switch. If this occurs and the switch is damaged it could overheat and cause it to melt and/or smoke. If this situation is not identified it could result in a vehicle fire.
    recall all affected vehicles and check the switch. If the switch is not damaged a waterproof cover will be fitted. If the switch is damaged it will be replaced and a waterproof cover will be fitted.

  • Recall R/2020/377 [UK]: Liquid could enter the power window master switch and a short circuit could occur
    Power window switch can accumulate water causing overheat and possible fire.
    replace power window master switch with one designed to prevent water accumulation

  • Recall R/2015/104 [UK]: Passenger side airbag may fail to deploy correctly
    Abnormal deployment pressure may lead to rupture of the inflator case. In the event of an inflator rupture metal fragments could be propelled upward toward the windshield or downward toward the front passenger?S foot well potentially causing injury to a vehicle occupant.
    on affected vehicles replace the inflator inside the front passenger?S airbag module with a new one.

  • Recall R/2016/045 [UK]: Drivers airbag inflator may rupture if deployed
    Abnormal deployment pressure may lead to rupture of the driver's air bag inflator case. In the event of an inflator rupture metal fragments could be propelled into the passenger compartment.
    on affected vehicles replace the inflator inside the driver's air bag module.

  • Recall 2019323 [Canada]: Airbag
    Issue: on certain vehicles, long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, may eventually degrade the propellant contained in the airbag. This could cause the airbag to deploy with more force than normal. If the airbag inflator ruptures, fragments could be propelled toward vehicle occupants or cause damage to the airbag assembly, preventing its proper function. Note: this is a new recall campaign that includes vehicles that had an airbag inflator replaced under a previous recall or had a replacement airbag installed. The previous recall provided an interim (short-term) repair. Interim repair parts must be replaced with the final repair parts provided in this recall. Safety risk: if the vehicle is involved in a crash requiring an airbag deployment, the airbag inflator could rupture and create a risk of injury. Corrective action: owners will be notified by mail and instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to replace the driver and/or passenger-front airbag inflator. Note: the canadian climate results in the propellant degrading slowly. This recall is being conducted as a precaution to address future risk. It is expected that all airbag inflators will be replaced before their function would be affected.

  • Recall 2019117 [Canada]: Airbag
    Issue: on certain vehicles, there could be a problem with the driver-front airbag inflator. This could cause the airbag to deploy with more force than normal. If the airbag inflator ruptures, pieces could be propelled toward the occupants. This could also cause damage to the airbag assembly and prevent it from inflating properly. Note: this recall only affects certain vehicles that had a takata airbag inflator installed during a previous airbag recall or collision repair. Safety risk: in a crash where the airbag deploys, there could be an increased risk of injury. Corrective action: the company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to have the driver-front airbag inflator replaced.

  • Recall 2015602 [Canada]: Airbag
    On certain vehicles, the passenger frontal airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. Increased pressure may cause the inflator to rupture, which could allow fragments to be propelled toward vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury. This could also damage the airbag module, which could prevent proper deployment. Failure of the passenger airbag to fully deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant. Correction: dealers will replace airbag inflator. Note: note: this is an expansion of recall 2015-261. Honda canada has created a special airbag inflator hotline for immediate assistance. For more information, please contact: for honda owners: 1-877-445-7754 for acura owners: 1-877-445-9844

  • Recall 2015225 [Canada]: Airbag
    On certain vehicles, the driver frontal airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. Increased pressure may cause the inflator to rupture, which could allow fragments to be propelled toward vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury. This could also damage the airbag module, which could prevent proper deployment. Failure of the airbag to fully deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant. Note: this recall supersedes special service campaign 2014567. Correction: dealers will inspect/replace the driver's frontal airbag inflator. All vehicles having received a replacement inflator as part of any previous driver's inflator campaign will have a replacement inflator installed. Note: honda canada has created a special airbag inflator hotline for immediate assistance. For more information, please contact: for honda owners: 1-877-445-7754 for acura owners: 1-877-445-9844

  • Recall 2014567 [Canada]: Airbag
    Honda canada is conducting a voluntary safety improvement campaign concerning the driver's airbag inflator on certain vehicles equipped with takata airbags. Honda will replace the driver's inflator on affected vehicles. This action is not being conducted under the requirements of the motor vehicle safety act. Note: this special service campaign was replaced by recall 2015225. Please see recall 2015225 for more information: click here for more information

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Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • A20-122 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Service bulletin - revision summary - under warranty claim information, a note was added. Background under severe conditions, water or other liquid may enter the drivera??S window and reach the power window master switch on the door panel
  • A20-014 - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - this bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American honda is offering a customer support program (warranty extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement f
  • A20-009 - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - this bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American honda is offering a customer support program (warranty extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement d
  • A18-049 - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - this bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American honda is offering a customer support program (warranty extension) to cover any manufacturing defects to the replacement f
  • A18-046 - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - this bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American honda is offering a customer support program (warranty extension) to cover any manufacturing defects to the replacement d
  • Service Bulletin - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: Service bulletin - under severe conditions, water or other liquid may enter the driver's window and reach the power window master switch on the door panel. Liquid in the switch can damage the switch?S printed circuit board (pcb), causing th
  • DLR MSG - Honda - AIR BAGS: Dealer message - the recalls announced today involve driver?S or passenger?S front airbag inflators, which in a crash may deploy with too much pressure, causing the inflator casing to rupture and eject metal fragments that could injure or k
  • DLR MSG - Honda - AIR BAGS: Dealer message - the recalls announced today involve driver?S or passenger?S front airbag inflators, which in a crash may deploy with too much pressure, causing the inflator casing to rupture and eject metal fragments that could injure or k
  • DLR MSG - Honda - AIR BAGS: Dealer message - the recalls announced today involve driver?S or passenger?S front airbag inflators, which in a crash may deploy with too much pressure, causing the inflator casing to rupture and eject metal fragments that could injure or k
  • DLR MSG - Honda - AIR BAGS: Dealer message - on monday, june 23, 2014, american honda announced three recalls for various 2001-11 honda models. At this time, affected vins have not been determined.
  • DLR MSG - Honda - AIR BAGS: Dealer message - on monday, june 23, 2014, american honda announced three recalls for various 2001-11 honda models. At this time, affected vins have not been determined.
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity and high heat may contain a front passenger?S airbag that over time may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive int
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity and high heat may contain a driver?S airbag that over time may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive internal pres
  • DLR MSG - Stop S - AIR BAGS: Dealer message - on monday, june 23, 2014, american honda announced three recalls for various 2001-11 honda models. As of july 23, 2014, affected vins have been identified, and service bulletins 14-040, safety recall: accord, civic, and oth
  • DLR MSG - Honda - AIR BAGS: Dealer message - on monday, june 23, 2014, american honda announced three recalls for various 2001-11 honda models. As of august 4, 2014, affected vins have been identified, and vin status inquiry has been updated.
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity and high heat may contain a front passenger?S airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity and high heat may contain a driver?S airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive internal pr
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - a small number of airbag modules with defective inflators were sold as replacement parts to replace deployed or damaged airbags. A manufacturing error can produce over-pressurization of some replacement driver?S (front)
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - a small number of airbag modules with defective inflators were sold as replacement parts to replace deployed or damaged airbags. A manufacturing error can produce over-pressurization of some replacement driver?S (front) a
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity and high heat may contain a driver?S airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive internal pr
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity and high heat may contain a front passenger?S airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - a small number of airbag modules with defective inflators were sold as replacement parts to replace deployed or damaged airbags. A manufacturing error can produce over-pressurization of some replacement driver?S (front)
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity and high heat may contain a driver?S airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive internal pr
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity and high heat may contain a driver?S airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive internal pr
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity may contain a front passenger?S airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive internal pressur
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity and high heat may contain a front passenger?S airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity and high heat may contain a driver's airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive internal pr
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - a manufacturing error can produce over-pressurization of some replacement driver's (front) airbag inflators during airbag deployment. If an affected airbag deploys, the increased internal pressure may cause the inflator c
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity may contain a front passengers airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive internal pressure
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity and high heat may contain a driver's airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive internal pr
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - a manufacturing error can produce over-pressurization of some replacement driver's (front) airbag inflators during airbag deployment. If an affected airbag deploys, the increased internal pressure may cause the inflator c
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity may contain a front passenger's airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive internal pressur
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity and high heat may contain a front passenger's airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive in
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity and high heat may contain a driver's airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive internal pr
  • Service Bulletin - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - a manufacturing error can produce over-pressurization of some replacement driver's (front) airbag inflators during airbag deployment. If an affected airbag deploys, the increased internal pressure may cause the inflator c
  • HONDA - AIRBAG S - AIR BAGS: Customer letter - please be aware, we have a national safety improvement campaign and recall under way to repair airbag inflators, at no cost to you, in certain honda and acura vehicles (listed below). To see if your vehicle needs immediate
  • HONDA - AIRBAG S - AIR BAGS: Customer letter - please be aware, we have a national safety improvement campaign and recall under way to repair airbag inflators, at no cost to you, in certain honda and acura vehicles (listed below). To see if your vehicle needs immediate
  • A10-039 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE: The inspection procedure for takata drivers airbags was removed because all takata drivers airbag inflators installed in the recall vehicle population are being replaced. For civic models only, autoliv airbags are ok and can be reinstalle
  • A14-045 - AIR BAGS: "service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity and high heat may contain a drivers airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive internal p
  • A15-040 - AIR BAGS: "service bulletin - american honda consolidated the previous airbag inflator campaigns into this current bulletin based on decisions made by nhtsa. Do an in vin status inquiry and, if indicated, repair the vehicle even if the vehicle was re
  • SERVICE BULLETIN - AIR BAGS: "service bulletin - american honda consolidated the previous airbag inflator campaigns into this current bulletin based on decisions made by nhtsa. Do an in vin status inquiry and, if indicated, repair the vehicle even if the vehicle was re
  • A14-070 - AIR BAGS: "service bulletin - as the result of takata defect determinations and nhtsa directives, american honda has moved the 2003-05 accord, 200105 civic, 200104 civic gx, and 200305 civic hybrid from this airbag inflator campaign into sb 15-041
  • A14-046 - AIR BAGS: "service bulletin - as the result of takata defect determinations and nhtsa directives, american honda has moved the 2003-05 accord, 200305 civic, 200304 civic gx, and 200305 civic hybrid from this airbag inflator campaign into sb 15-041
  • A14-070 -7-1-15 - AIR BAGS: "service bulletin - as the result of takata defect determinations and nhtsa directives, american honda has moved the 2003-05 accord, 200105 civic, 200104 civic gx, and 200305 civic hybrid from this airbag inflator campaign into sb 15-041
  • A14-046 - 7-1-15 - AIR BAGS: "service bulletin - as the result of takata defect determinations and nhtsa directives, american honda has moved the 2003-05 accord, 200305 civic, 200304 civic gx, and 200305 civic hybrid from this airbag inflator campaign into sb 15-041
  • A15-040 - AIR BAGS: "service bulletin - in certain vehicles, the drivers (front) airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. If an affected airbag deploys, the increased internal pressure may cause the inflator casing
  • A14-070 - AIR BAGS: "service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity may contain a front passengers airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive internal pressu
  • A14-046 - AIR BAGS: "service bulletin - certain honda vehicles operated in areas known for high absolute humidity and high heat may contain a front passengers airbag that, over time, may be affected by exposure to the humidity, which could produce excessive
  • A15-067 - AIR BAGS: "service bulletin - american honda consolidated some models from the previous airbag inflator campaigns into this current bulletin based on information from nhtsa. Do an in vin status inquiry and, if indicated, repair the vehicle. In certa
  • A15-040 - AIR BAGS: "service bulletin - american honda consolidated the previous airbag inflator campaigns into this current bulletin based on decisions made by nhtsa. Do an in vin status inquiry and, if indicated, repair the vehicle even though the vehicle ma
  • DLR MSG - HONDA - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE: "dealer message - today, december 18, 2015, american honda motor co., inc. Will notify nhtsa of an expansion to the range of cr-v vehicles affected by bulletin 15-067, safety recall: front passengers airbag inflator can be over-pressurized
  • DLR MSG - HONDA - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE: "dealer message - statement by american honda regarding expansion of nationwide recall of certain takata passenger front airbag inflators nationwide recall of passenger front airbag inflators expands to include approximately 127,000 inflato
  • DLR MSG - ACURA - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE: "dealer message - statement by american honda regarding expansion of nationwide recall of certain takata passenger front airbag inflators nationwide recall of passenger front airbag inflators expands to include approximately 127,000 inflato
  • A-PS-03312016-30 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE: Video - this video from honda senior vice president bruce smith is in response to a recall expansion that honda announced in january which applies to honda and acura vehicles equipped with certain takata psdi-5 driver front airbag inflators
  • A-PS-03312016-30 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE: Dealer message - this video from honda senior vice president bruce smith is in response to a recall expansion that honda announced in january which applies to honda and acura vehicles equipped with certain takata psdi-5 driver front airbag
  • A15-067 - AIR BAGS: Service bulletin - in certain vehicles, the front passenger airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. If an affected airbag deploys, the increased internal pressure may cause the inflator casing to
  • AIRBAG INFLATOR - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE: Dealer message - on october 1, 2015, american honda, in compliance with a request from the nhtsa, will consolidate the following three national passenger's airbag inflator safety recall service bulletins. The bulletins will be consolidated
  • A13-021 - ENGINE (PWS): "service bulletin - the mil comes on with one of these dtcs: P2646/P2651 (rocker arm oil pressure switch circuit low voltage). P2647/P2652 (rocker arm oil pressure switch circuit high voltage). Note: the symptom may be intermittent a
  • TAKATA_TEXT MESS - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Us virgin islands newspaper advertisements to remind owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment at their earliest convenience.
  • TAKATA_TEXT MESS - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Text messages sent to remind owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment at their earliest convenience.
  • TAKATA_HAWAII PO - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Posters sent to hawaiian independent repair facilities, automotive part stores, car washes, and gas stations to remind owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment at their earliest convenience.
  • TAKATA_HAWAII NE - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE: Advertisement in hawaiian newspapers to remind owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment at their earliest convenience.
  • TAKATA_HAWAII FL - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Flyer circulated to the residents of hawaii to remind owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment at their earliest convenience.
  • TAKATA_FLORIDA D - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Letter sent in conjunction with the florida highway safety and motor vehicles department to remind florida owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment at their earliest convenience.
  • A-13-021 - ENGINE (PWS): Honda: dtc P2646/P2651 or P2647/2652 may be set. The rocker arm oil pressure switch may need to be replaced. Also included model civic si model year 2002-2005. *js
  • SB-06-085 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL: Honda: warranty extension-vehicle warranty mileage. Class action lawsuit alleging that the odometers on certain 2002-2006 honda models were overstating mileage. Federal court provided final approval of settlement on 12/29/07. No models
  • 08-040 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS: Load carrying capacity reduced label for all honda vehicles. *pe
  • SB-06-009 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Honda service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Warranty extension: opds unit or opds sensor triggers srs. Csc was received. *nj updated 9/12/12. *pe
  • 06085 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Warranty extension: vehicle warranty mileage. *kb 2002 through 2006 and some 2007 fit models. Updated 8/18/08. *pe
  • 1105 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Accessory power socket inoperative. *tt
  • 060105 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE: Snapping, cracking noise after shutting engine off. *jb
  • 705 - POWER TRAIN: Diagnostic trouble code P1706 , a/t switch open circuit. *tt
  • 07012005 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Speedometer shops can transfer odometer mileage. Honda service news. *tt
  • 05052 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) comes on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P1077. *tt
  • 05058 - POWER TRAIN: Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) comes on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P0706 or P1706, engine may not crank. *tt
  • 05006 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Diagnostic trouble code P1298 is stored in the ecm/pcm. *tt
  • 05016 - CHILD SEAT:LATCH STRAP: Child seat anchor locating button is missing. *tt
  • 04077 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Customer assurance program: engine oil filter. Original not yet received. *tt
  • 405 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Transferring odometer mileage at odometer r&r. *tt
  • 405 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Automatic transmission fluid (atf) leaks. Honda tech line summary. *tt
  • 05162005 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Engine-cranks won't start, immobilizer light flashes. *sc
  • 205 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Timesert 11mm head bolt thread repair kit. *tt
  • 205 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P2646, P2647, P2649 or P1009. *tt
  • 02012005 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER: Checking the short-term fuel trim when a diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P0171 is set. *tt
  • 01162005 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Bank 1 too lean. *eh
  • 11162004 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Harsh 3-2- and or 2-1 downshift. *eh
  • 012012003 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR: All doors and tailgate don't unlock from driver's door. *sc
  • 012012003 - POWER TRAIN: Atf (automatic transmission fluid) leaks from cooler line banjo bolt. *sc
  • 08012004 - POWER TRAIN: Drivebelt noise? Could be a bad water pump bearing. *sc
  • 204 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP: Grunt noise after sitting for several hours. *nm
  • 204 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: 2nd to 5th or 3rd to 5th gear upshift. *nm
  • 204 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Honda diagnostic system locked, needs immobilizer release password. *nm
  • 1203 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Grind or growl noise at right front when turning left. *nm
  • 1203 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Updating replacement ecm/pcm software. *nm
  • 06012004 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Balancer shaft buzz or rattle is normal. *sc
  • 06012004 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Growl when accelerating? Check the left motor mount. *sc
  • 06012004 - POWER TRAIN: Rear differential moans moans with brakes applied at low speed. (4wd) *sc
  • 604 - POWER TRAIN: Shift lever won't come out of park after throttle body r&r. *nm
  • 604 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Diagnostic trouble code P1457, evaporative leak, possible tid 2d. *nm
  • 104 - SUSPENSION: Differential moan when braking at low speed. (4wd) *sc
  • 105 - POWER TRAIN: Growling noise when accelerating. (automatic transmission) *sc
  • 704 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Growling water pump and/or drive belt noise. 2002-2003 honda civic si *sc
  • 07012004 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Poor a/c cooling during hard acceleration. *eh
  • 05012004 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY: Clicking or ratcheting noise on hard right turns. *nm
  • 05012004 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Use the honda diagnostic system to read srs diagnostic trouble codes. *nm
  • 05012004 - EQUIPMENT: Audio unit and navigation system anti-theft codes available on interactive network. *nm
  • 09162004 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Transmission solenoid replacement criteria. *eh
  • 09162004 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Sending hds snapshot. *eh
  • 04070 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Noise or vibration when accelerating from a stop. *eh
  • 04064 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH: Glove box light stays on. *eh
  • 10012004 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Automatic transmission solenoid replacement criteria. *tt
  • 04005 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Noise when turning left. *tt
  • 04006 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Grinding noise from rear brakes. *tt update. *tt
  • 04002 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER: Fuel fill cap binds and possible malfunction indicator lamp comes on with diagnostic trouble code P1456. This bulletin supersedes 04-002, dated 02/30/04. *tt
  • 11012003 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM: Heater blower motor gets hot or blows a fuse. Honda. Servicenews. *tt
  • 11012003 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING: Humming or growling? Check the wheel bearings. Honda. Servicenews. *tt
  • 02012004 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Clean modulator pump motor ground for diagnostic trouble code 51/53. Honda. Servicenews. *tt
  • 01012004 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Update replacement control unit/module software. Honda. Servicenews. *tt
  • 404 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Reading srs diagnostic trouble codes. Honda. Tech line summary. *tt
  • 404 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY: Clicking, ratching noise on hard right turns. Honda. Tech line summary. *tt
  • 404 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES: Audio, anti-theft codes. Honda. Tech line summary. *tt
  • 04012004 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Don't test-drive with the malfunction indicator lamp or d indicator on. Honda. Servicenews. April 2004. *tt
  • 04012004 - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK: Wind noise from the roof rack. Honda. Servicenews. April 2004. *tt
  • 04012004 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Repairing atf leaks under warranty. Honda. Servicenews. April 2004. *tt
  • 04012004 - AIR BAGS: Srs indicator on after body shop repair. Check for srs diagnostic trouble codes. Honda servicenews. April 2004. *tt
  • 04035 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL: Srs cable reel connector. The wire harness of the driver's front airbag was incorrectly wired. *tt update. *tt
  • 04008 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) comes on with diagnostic trouble code P0122. *mj
  • 1003 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID: Testing brake fluid for petroleum contamination. This includes 2004 insight and s2000. *tt
  • 03025 - VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR: Front door glass comes out of the run channel. *tt
  • 032403 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Request for digital photos of windshield cracks. *tt
  • 02002 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE): Squeak or twang condition when the clutch pedal is pressed. *tt *mj this bulletin replaces previous bulletin dated 3/16/2004. *tt
Known Recall Investigations
  • Desiccated air bag inflator rupture investigation as of 20210917

    From 2000 through 2017, takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("psan") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004l. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious or even fatal injury to vehicle occupants. See 2016 blomquist report at www.Nhtsa.Gov/sites/nhtsa.Gov/files/documents/expert_report-hrblomquist.Pdf.Consequently, all frontal inflators using propellant 2004 that do not contain a "desiccant" (a substance that traps and holds moisture) in us vehicles are under recall. These "non-desiccated" inflators either have been or are required to be replaced.In some cases, the remedy part for these recalled inflators was, or will be, an inflator using either propellant 2004 or 2004l that does contain a desiccant. None of these "desiccated" remedy parts (which were installed in older model year vehicles) are currently under recall for a degradation concern. Certain subsets of desiccated psan inflators using propellant 2004 for use as original equipment, however, have been recalled for a degradation concern. All takata inflators produced with propellant 2004l contain desiccant, and none of these desiccated inflators using propellant 2004l are under recall for a degradation concern. There have been no reported field ruptures in any non-recalled desiccated psan inflators.It is understood that desiccants fully saturate at some threshold, at which point any additional moisture will not be captured. This means the degradation process observed in non-desiccated inflators using propellant 2004 may also occur in non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004, assuming additional moisture enters the inflator and high temperature cycling occurs. Based on available information, desiccant saturation can occur within the first five years in the worst environments, and the time required for full saturation is affected by multiple factors. While no present safety risk has been identified, further work is needed to evaluate the future risk of non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004.Three entities -- takata (now known as tk global), the independent testing coalition, and exponent -- have been studying the long-term behavior of takata desiccated psan inflators using propellant 2004l (as well as 2004) in the presence of moisture and temperature cycling. The research efforts, which include development of predictive modeling techniques and field sample analysis, are ongoing. To date, none of the researchers have identified field evidence showing that propellant 2004l is undergoing a degradation process that leads to aggressive deployment and potential rupture. However, the time in service of such inflators remains short compared to that of the inflators using propellant 2004. Further study is needed to assess the long-term safety of desiccated inflators using propellant 2004l.The office of defects investigation is opening this investigation to examine whether a safety defect related to propellant degradation exists in non-recalled desiccated psan frontal inflators manufactured by takata. This investigation will require extensive information on takata production processes and surveys of inflators in the field. Lists of recall actions that may have used desiccated psan inflators as remedy parts, as well as the makes and models originally manufactured with them, is available with the downloadable version of this document (see nhtsa.Gov/recalls?Nhtsaid=ea21002 -- note this information is subject to change/revision as the investigation proceeds). This investigation does not supersede ea15-001, which remains open.

  • Air bag inflator rupture investigation as of 20150224

    The office of defects investigation (odi) opened pe14-016 in june 2014 based on six inflator rupture incidents involving consumer owned vehicles produced by five vehicle manufacturers.All six vehicles were operated in florida or puerto rico at the time of the rupture and for the majority of their service life, and were equipped with inflators produced by takata, a tier-one supplier of automotive air bag systems.During the course of pe14-016, odi determined that five additional vehicle manufacturers used inflators of a similar design and vintage also supplied by takata. No evidence of field failures was found in vehicles produced by these five additional manufacturers.Nonetheless, at odis insistence, all 10 vehicle manufacturers initiated a regional recall within approximately two weeks of the opening of the investigation.The regions recalled initially included florida, puerto rico, hawaii, and the u.S. Virgin islands, areas with high absolute humidity and climatic conditions believed to be a significant factor in the inflator ruptures.As part of the recall actions, inflators removed from remedied vehicles are to be returned to takata for testing.Takatas initial test results on passenger inflators from remedied vehicles indicated a much higher than anticipated rupture frequency for inflators returned from florida.Accordingly odi requested all 10 manufacturers expand the regional recalls for passenger inflators to include other geographic areas where high absolute humidity conditions exist, including the gulf states and other coastal areas.Takatas testing of the passenger inflators to date continues to indicate this geographic area as having the highest risk, with no ruptures occurring from inflators returned from outside the expanded recall regions.During pe14-016 four additional passenger inflator field events occurred, all in vehicles from the same expanded geographic region.Also during pe14-016 four additional driver inflator field events occurred including two in vehicles from regions not known for high absolute humidity, specifically california and north carolina.Accordingly, odi requested all five of the affected vehicle manufacturers currently using the subject takata driver inflators expand to nationwide recalls.Significantly, neither of the affected vehicle manufacturers or takata provided any explanation to account for these two driver air bag inflator ruptures outside the area of high absolute humidity.Takata testing of returned driver inflators indicates a lower rupture frequency as compared to passenger inflator testing.All test ruptures reported by takata to date have occurred on inflators returned from high absolute humidity areas.The investigation now includes all manufacturers and vehicles known to be affected at this time.Odis investigation will focus on, among other things, root cause analysis, other potential defect consequences, identification of affected vehicles scope, and adequacy of the remedy.The five odi reports cited above can be reviewed online at http://www-odi.Nhtsa.Dot.Gov/owners/searchnhtsaid under the following identification numbers: 10537899, 10568848, 10585224, 10605877, 10651492

  • Low beam headlights stop illuminating investigation as of 20110912

    This investigation was prompted by preliminary evaluation (pe) 11-017, and was based on reports from consumers alleging that both low beam headlights stopped illuminating simultaneously.Some complainants also reported that the combination switch (switch) that controls the headlights and turn signals, and/or its electrical wiring harness connector were damaged by overheating.Odis pe information request letter asked honda for certain data on model years (my) 2002-2006 cr-v, 2003-2008 pilot, 2003-2008 element, 2001-2005 civic, and 2000-2001 s 2000 vehicles.Analysis of complaint and honda data show that a complete low beam headlight circuit failure occurs in models with 2-bulb headlight systems (i.E., a single bulb on each side for high and low beam).Models with 2-bulb systems include my 2002-2004 cr-v, 2003-2005 pilot, 2001-2003 civic, and 2003-2008 element.Models with 4-bulb headlight systems (i.E., two bulbs on each side, one for high and one for low beam) have different electrical circuits for the headlights and do not experience the same failure mechanism as the 2-bulb system.My 2000-2001 s 2000 models with 2-bulb high intensity discharge headlights also have different electrical circuits for the headlights and do not experience the same failure mechanism.Honda introduced the 4-bulb headlight system in cr-v in my 2005, in pilot in my 2006, and in civic in my 2004.On march 29, 2012 honda submitted a defect information report (dir) to recall 554,428 vehicles, including my 2002-2004 cr-v and my 2003 pilot.In the dir, honda stated that tension from the combination switch wiring harness to the electrical terminal for the low beam headlight circuit could cause a small amount of motion as the combination switch was operated.This motion, over time, can wear the surface of the terminal creating copper oxide, increasing electrical resistance, which may cause the terminal to melt within the harness connector.Odi continued its investigation, and on august 31, 2012 honda submitted another dir to recall an additional 820,789 vehicles.This report included the my 2002 civic vehicles which were not subject to a prior safety recall (04v-086) for headlights, all of my 2003 civic, and my 2004-2005 pilot.Hondas dir advised that operation of the turn signal switch lever at high speed and/or with heavy force can cause movement between the combination switch body and the sub-harness wiring connector.This can cause wear and continued movement can create copper oxide, increasing electrical resistance, and potentially causing the terminal to melt within the harness connector. Please see both dirs at http://www-odi.Nhtsa.Dot.Gov/recalls/ under safety recall 12v-136 for complete details.Honda also provided additional information on the element model, stating that it was not recalled due to its very low failure rate.Honda sold 301,497 element vehicles in the united states and received 17 reports, while odi received one report (see voq 10395219).Hondas technical explanation for the low rate, which was submitted under request for confidentiality, is that the headlight switch, as installed in the element, reacts differently to the forces applied to it as compared to the recalled models.See attachment for additional information.

  • Low beam headlights stop working investigation as of 20110429

    The office of defects investigation (odi) opened this investigation based on 12 reports from consumers alleging the low beam headlights stopped working simultaneously.Several of the complainants reported that the headlight switch and/or its wiring harness connector required replacement to repair the low beam headlight circuit, and also reported that the switch and/or the wire harness connector were damaged from overheating.Based on information provided by honda in response to odis preliminary evaluation information request, odi is upgrading the investigation to ea11-012.

  • Drivers power window master switch investigation as of 20110411

    This investigation was prompted by preliminary evaluation (pe) 10-047 and was based on reports from consumers alleging that smoke and/or fire, as defined in 49 cfr § 579.4, had occurred inside of the drivers door.The subject vehicles, model year (my) 2006 cr-v, were manufactured at two different assembly plants.The vehicles manufactured in japan (sayama plant) were produced with a power window master switch (pwms) supplied by the thai toyo denso company, ltd. (denso).The vehicles manufactured in the united kingdom (uk, swindon, england plant) were produced with a pwms supplied by the omron corporation (omron).Honda provided 45 reports on the subject vehicles responsive to this investigation.Of this number, 24 reports concerned japan-built vehicles, 19 reports on uk-built vehicles, and two reports without a vehicle identification number which could not be identified by assembly plant. Four of hondas reports were duplicative of odi reports.Odi received nine reports on the subject vehicles:five on japan-built and four on uk-built vehicles, and one additional report on a my 2005 uk built vehicle.The odi reports can be reviewed at http://www-odi.Nhtsa.Dot.Gov/owners/searchnhtsaid under the following identification (odi) numbers: 10343884, 10307287, 10321646, 10375324, 10386750, 10425406, 10437807, 10439880, 10469350, and 10406979.In most cases, it was reported that the pwms and/or its electrical wiring harness had sustained heat related damage requiring replacement of the affected component(s).However, in three of the cases involving an omron pwms (uk built), a fire breached the drivers door panel and spread into the vehicle interior.Two of the three vehicles were determined to be a total loss by insurance companies, and one was repaired.All three fires occurred as the vehicles were parked with the ignition switch turned off.On september 6, 2011 honda submitted a defect information report (dir) to recall 80,111 subject vehicles built in japan.In its dir, honda explained that the denso pwms assembly has switches made of a resin material that can allow residues to accumulate over time.Residue from silicone based cleaning products used near the pwms can adhere to the electrical contacts of the switch and repeated operation of the switch may accelerate wear of the electrical contact.Silicone particles that have accumulated between the power source and the ground in the switch can become heated when electrical power is supplied to the circuit.If this occurs, the resin material of the switch can carbonize and form an electrically conductive path which causes the resin material to heat up.As a result, the switch may melt and produce smoke.In the worst case, the switch cover may burn.Odi notes that this recall was limited to my 2006 because the pwms subject to the recall (p/n 3750-s9a-c05za) was made of a new resin material introduced during my 2006 production.Odi continued its investigation with respect to uk built vehicles with the omron pmws.On october 4, 2012 honda submitted an additional dir to recall 268,655 my 2002-2006 cr-v vehicles.Hondas dir stated that water or other fluids can enter the omron pwms assembly and over time cause electrical resistance in the switch.Increased resistance can result in overheating and melting of the switch, which could potentially cause a fire.Please see both dirs at http://www-odi.Nhtsa.Dot.Gov/recalls/ under safety recalls 11v456 and 12v486 for further details of the recalls.

  • Underhood fires investigation as of 20040909

    In documents provided during ea04-027, honda identified a mechanism which causes the rubber seal (gasket) of the original equipment (oe) oil filter to adhere to the engine block of the subject vehicles.If an adhered seal remains when the oe filter is removed and a new filter is installed, a "double gasket" condition results.A subsequent rupture of the extraneous seal can result in oil contacting nearby exhaust system surfaces and a fire may occur.Throughout its discussions with odi, honda has maintained that it is the servicing technician¿s responsibility to inspect for and remove the seal prior to installing a new filter.Odi¿s analysis found that seal adhesion, in conjunction with technician error and exhaust component location, resulted in a high rate of subject vehicle oil filter fires compared to earlier models and peers.Vehicles that have not had the oe filter disturbed are not at risk.Service replacement filter seals, which are manufactured by a different supplier, do not exhibit the seal adhesion condition.Therefore, if the initial oil change is done properly, the elevated fire risk is eliminated for the remainder of the vehicle¿s life.Based on average mileage accumulation and oil service interval, odi estimates that more than two thirds of the subject vehicles have received their initial oil change and are no longer at an elevated risk.Honda changed the design of the filter seal to prevent the adhesion condition and introduced the new seal at both cr-v assembly plants in december 2004.In a december 8, 2004 letter to odi, honda committed to send a notification to subject vehicle owners advising of the fire risk if an oil change is improperly performed.The letter discusses measures consumers can take to ensure the first oil change is done properly.Letter mailings commenced on december 10, 2004.Owners who have recently had their first oil change performed and are unsure if it was done correctly can have it inspected by a honda dealer at no charge; if an improper filter installation is detected, a free remedy will be provided by the dealer.Unsold subject vehicles in dealer stock (~20,000 units) will have the oe filter replaced with a service component prior to retail.The injury noted above occurred when a consumer slipped on oil that leaked from their vehicle.Recent report trends indicate that honda¿s efforts to improve oil filter service proficiency at their dealerships have been effective.See the ea04-027 summary report for further details on this investigation.

OBD-II Error Codes

Common OBD Error codes specific to this vehicle.

  • P2646 [3] A Rocker Arm Actuator System Performance/Stuck Off Bank 1
  • P2647 [3] A Rocker Arm Actuator System Stuck On Bank 1
  • P2651 [2] B Rocker Arm Actuator System Performance/Stuck Off Bank 1
  • P2652 [1] B Rocker Arm Actuator System Stuck On Bank 1
  • P1706 [2] Reverse Engagement Error
  • P1077 [1] P1077
  • P0706 [1] Transmission Range Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance
  • P1298 [1] Injector High Side Open - Bank 1
  • P2649 [1] A Rocker Arm Actuator Control Circuit High Bank 1
  • P1009 [1] P1009
  • P0171 [1] System too Lean (Bank 1)
  • P1457 [1] Unable To Bleed - Up Vacuum in Tank
  • P1456 [1] Evap Emission Control Sys Vent Control Valve Circuit
  • P0122 [2] Throttle Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Low Input
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20210628

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20210601

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20201201

Power windows do not work

NoNoN NoneNone20201130

Power windows do not work

NoNoN NoneNone20201031

Well my key is in the ignition i cannot lift or lower the passenger or rear passenger windows without blowing fuses. I have tried replacing fuses countless times the same issue happens. I have read and talk to mechanics that it is a master switch issue. A recall from honda is out for this current issue of the master switch: nhtsa # 20v-768. But for some reason my vin number is not associated with this recall. If you can please review this and get back to me because i need this issue fixed i cannot roll any of my windows down without blowing fuses i'm afraid it can cause overheating or fire i need this fixed. Also the car can be stationary in motion on the highway as long as the key is in the ignition on run the fuses will blow. Thank you

NoNoN NoneNone20201030

Well my key is in the ignition i cannot lift or lower the passenger or rear passenger windows without blowing fuses. I have tried replacing fuses countless times the same issue happens. I have read and talk to mechanics that it is a master switch issue. A recall from honda is out for this current issue of the master switch: nhtsa # 20v-768. But for some reason my vin number is not associated with this recall. If you can please review this and get back to me because i need this issue fixed i cannot roll any of my windows down without blowing fuses i'm afraid it can cause overheating or fire i need this fixed. Also the car can be stationary in motion on the highway as long as the key is in the ignition on run the fuses will blow. Thank you

NoNoN NoneNone20200924

Door locks leep failing

NoNoN NoneNone20200923

Door locks leep failing

NoFireY NoneNone20200531

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

NoFireY NoneNone20200530

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

CrashNoY 1 InjuredNone20200328

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.

CrashNoY 1 InjuredNone20200327

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20200116

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20200115

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20191118

I am no longer owner of this vehicle and continue to receive recall letters and voicemails.

NoNoN NoneNone20190821

Takata airbags my 2004 honda crv is listed on the takata airbag recall list. Please advise.

NoNoN NoneNone20190814

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

NoNoN NoneNone20190805

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20190711

2004 honda cr-v lx. Consumer writes in regards to strong vibration in front axle. *ld the consumer stated the instrument panel failed. *js

NoNoN NoneNone20190701

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

NoNoN NoneNone20190630

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

CrashNoY 2 InjuredNone20190624

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v.The contact stated that while driving at 40 mph, a deer walked in front of her vehicle without warning. While trying to avoid the deer, the vehicle veered down two embankments, hit several trees, and rolled over. The air bags failed to deploy during the incident. The contact sustained minor injuries and a few abrasions. The passenger sustained severe cuts to the right side of his body and had to be air lifted to a local hospital. The passenger was taken to froedtert hospital 9200 w wisconsin ave, milwaukee, wi 53226 414-805-3000 where he was treated for cuts to the right fore arm and upper arm, forehead and shoulder. The contact also sought medical attention for her injuries at aurora medical center grafton 975 port washington rd, grafton wi 53024 262-329-1000, where she treated for the removal of glass from her legs and scalp. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and the vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 144,000. Jo *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20190601

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20190424

While drive up a hill the rpm's where to high an wouldn't respond to braking

NoNoN NoneNone20190410

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?

NoNoN NoneNone20190407

Is there a recall on the ac compressor?

NoNoN NoneNone20190318

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20181231

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20181216

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20180831

Door remote will not open door - defective actuators

NoNoN NoneNone20180422

The 04 honda cr-v is located on st croix in the us virgin islands. I have been trying to get the airbag replaced for two years. At present, there are no dealers on island so honda kindly suggested that the car be repaired in puerto rico or fl!!! Am i supposed to ship to via air or sea? Sad...

CrashNoY 1 InjuredNone20180130

Tl* the contact owned a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the vehicle was involved in a rear end collision with a semi-truck. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a salvage yard and deemed destroyed. The contact suffered a contusion and moderate headaches, which required medical attention. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 250,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20171126

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20171110

The door locks do not operate properly. You have to use the key in the drivers door to manually open it. The interior door lock switch will only unlock the front passenger door. You have to climb around inside the vehicle to open rear doors. To lock the doors you have to walk around to each door and open it to manually lock them to secure vehicle or crawl back through the vehicles interior to lock the doors. The remote can only open the front passenger lock even though you hear noises occurring trying to unlock the other doors. The remote is useless. This is not just an inconvenience but is a serious safety issue.

NoNoN NoneNone20171107

Takata recall

NoNoN NoneNone20171107

Stirring is locked. Key won't turn. This happened 11082017. I was at a shell service station. Car was in proper park position and should have started. Mechanic couldn't start it either. Problem being investigated. Car has 172k.Lucky there was a mechanic.Went to fill up gas tank.

NoFireN NoneNone20171101

We were leaving a parking lot when we had to pull over and get out of the car. A very strong electric smell and smoke was coming from drivers side window area. We were all outside the car on a very busy city street because of this incident. After a while the smoke cleared and i went back into the vehicle to see if it would function. The rear windows were no longer functioning. Had a friend take the family home and drove the car myself home and parked it away from the house. Looked it up on the internet and found that a recall for the drivers side power window switch ( 12v486000 10/05/2012 2002 to 2005 crv )was made including 2004 crv models for this very issue. Contacted honda support to find out why we were not notified. According to honda support, our model is not covered because we have a different vin than the same year models that were recalled for the very same issue. This is a serious driving and fire hazzard!. I am very dissapointed this is not something they take serious. We are original owners and have never received notice of this issue. They say it is my expense because my vin is not one included in the recall for this very same issue of the very same year and model. Had to pay thousands for our air conditioner to be completely replaced shortly after we bought the car because of a later recalled issue with it that also was not covered at the time. Used to be honda believers, but this kind of treatment is not sitting well.

NoNoN NoneNone20170924

Since 2015 and still today my car has been making a very loud whooping noise when the a/c is turned on. It has progressively turned louder, and over the last month or so, the a/c works on and off but never with the force it used to. The problem has always occurred when the vehicle is running and with the a/c on.

NoNoN NoneNone20170924

(tamara inflators) i was sent a recall and took my car in to the dealership. My car was returned in two hours. The nest dat the same srs indicator was displayed on the dash as i began to drive after the issue should have been repaired or replaced.

NoNoN NoneNone20170911

I along with other honda crv users are looking to file a complaint to have a possible recall issued to honda. I have tried contacting corporate and they act like they've never heard of the issue. The issue is the fact that the air compressor found on the cr-v has the issue of 'imploding'; the internals completely shattering, forcing debris throughout your ac system, plaguing all of the associated components and causing the compressor to seize or 'lock up'. This debris will find itself lodged in these parts and a simple flush just won't do. Replacing only the ac compressor and drier is not sufficient enough to have reliable ac once again. I am just to the point of even scared to drive my car anymore and honda will not help with the issue. Even doing a simple google search of honda crv compressor failure you ill find hundreds of articles stating there is an issue of crv's from 2002-2006. I feel as if something needs to be done. Even if they just add a shield from the compressor to the engine. Please help if you can; even if you could just investigate it. Thank you so much in advance

NoNoN NoneNone20170823

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20170816

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20170731

The safety restraint system (srs) dashboard light comes on when the car is started and remains on the entire time the car engine running including the time the car is being driven.

NoNoN NoneNone20170716

My window came down on its own today and there was smoke and a very strong burning smell. I had a mechanic look at the driver side front window and he stated the insides were melted because some wires were burning. I read online that this has been a problem for these vehicles.

NoFireN NoneNone20170630

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.

CrashNoY 1 InjuredNone20170517

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!

NoNoN NoneNone20170503

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20170331

Faulty door locks causing the need to manually use the key and in the case of the rear doors - the inability to unlock from the outside. Issue started with one door lock (driver rear) and now has started on the drivers door. This is a permanent default as it now does not function.

NoNoN NoneNone20170319

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20170309

Cruz controll doesn't work and i heard there is recall on the air condition pump

NoNoN NoneNone20170308

Cruz controll doesn't work and i heard there is recall on the air condition pump

NoNoN NoneNone20170106

Srs unit malfunction. Srs light steady lit. Vehicle has not been in a crash. Result is that the srs will not function as designed in a actual crash. Suspect premature failure of internal components of the srs. Honda will only replace at owners cost.

NoNoN NoneNone20161231

Fuel leak

NoNoN NoneNone20160912

Srs light stays on all the time

NoNoN NoneNone20160803

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. When inserting the key into the ignition switch, the key fob failed to start the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 180,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20160703

The driver and passenger side door locks have failed. I cannot lock my car with the key on either side. I can only open from the inside. I'm resorting to keeping my driver's side door unlocked (a very dangerous thing). I first was unable to open the driver's side and days later, the passenger side also stopped working.

NoNoN NoneNone20160613

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v370000 (air bags) however, the part needed to perform the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

NoNoN NoneNone20160531

I first heard a noise from the front of the car under the hood, and later i felt many metallic pieces banging inside the car and falling off, when i was driving on a city street. Later when i took it to the mechanics, i was told the air compressor was exploded, and some of the metallic pieces from the explosion partially cut my belt. The mechanics said it is necessary to replace the entire air compressor, condenser and belt, and do a complete flush of the system. The worst case, if some small pieces residue inside the system, it could hurt the engine.

NoNoN NoneNone20160315

Takata recall: i had to pay labor costs to have the replacement air bags installed. I also did not receive a loan vehicle while my car was in the shop all day being repaired. I was told i could rent one of their vehicles. The airbag was replaced prior to it being deployed because of crash or accident.

NoNoN NoneNone20160218

Recall notice arrived 02/19/2016 for a recall dated 06/15/2015. Why was i not notified on 07/02/2015 when i spoke with them, or on 09/24/2015 or on 11/05/2015 when i was at appletree honda for previous recalls.

NoNoN NoneNone20160211

My airbags have been replaced as part of the takata recall. After the last airbag was replaced on 2/12/2016, the service advisor told me that the srs opds unit was malfunctioning and needed to be replaced at my expense ($475). He said that this needed to be replaced in order for the airbags to work properly. My contention is that if this unit needs to be replaced for the airbags to work, then this is a safety issue that should be covered by the manufacturer, exactly like the airbags have. I called honda is out of warranty and therefore my responsibility. I disagree. Please review my case and let me know your thoughts. Thank you.

CrashNoY NoneNone20160119

The car was in an accident and none of the airbags deployed. This vehicle was brought to a dealership for the takata recall in november 2015 and the accident occurred in january 2016. Since the car rolled over when slowing down quickly taking a turn on the highway, maybe the driver's side airbag shouldn't have deployed but none of the side airbags worked either (see pictures).

NoNoN NoneNone20160103

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

NoNoN NoneNone20151227

Passenger window got stuck about a week ago and delayed in rolling back up. Once it rolled up i set the window lock button so it wouldn't accidentally happen again while having wet weather. Yesterday, 1st sunny day, had rolled driver and front passenger windows down. Parked and rolled up windows. When got back into car 10 minutes later, noticed bad smell and yellow smoke coming from main window control panel on door before even turning the ignition on. Had to pull the fuse for the windows to stop it from smoking. This is the second time this has happened since i bought it off the lot. Replaced part on may 21, 2011 and paid out of pocket. Again honda is asking me to pay for inspecting and replacing of this problem. I should not have to pay for this! I return tomorrow night to pick up my car. *js

NoNoN NoneNone20151218

Back door driver side does not lock.

NoNoN NoneNone20151215

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.

CrashNoN NoneNone20151207

Tl* the contact owned a 2004 honda cr-v. The vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 15v320000 (air bags). While driving approximately 60 mph, the contact crashed into the preceding vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 195,000. Updated 2/4/16 *cn *cn

CrashNoY 3 InjuredNone20150831

Takata recall - i was stopped attempting to make left turn and was suddenly hit from behind causing me to hit a parked car in front of me. Airbags did not deploy and i consequently hit the front windshield. Car was taken in 9/2015 to replace airbag. Have been receiving recall notices right after accident for airbag. Attached is the paperwork for 2015 recall and accident report from this year. Recall notice for 2016 is on phone. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20150831

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.

CrashNoY NoneNone20150827

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20150812

Drivers side automatic lock failure lock will not work remotely or by manual key on going problem for the last 1-2 years sometimes intermittent, now not working at all as of above date (approx.)

NoNoN NoneNone20150803

On 7/27 i received recall notice (15v-320) from honda. I immediately (7/27, 1:26 pm) contacted sussman honda (215-657-7050) at 1543 easton rd., abington pa 19001, to make an appointment. I was given a 10:00 am appointment for aug 4, 2015. I was assured they had the necessary parts. When i arrived, i was turned away at the service entrance because, "they had just ran out of the parts". I was dismayed. I had expected that the parts would be reserved for my appointment. This incident wasted my time, energy, money and gasoline,and put me at additional risk for the dangers described in the recall notice. The service assistant took my name and phone number and assured me i would be contacted when parts became available, but gave no indication as to a time frame when that would happen. I expect that in the future, parts targeted for a specific customer (me, in this case) will be reserved for my appointment and this negative experience will not be repeated.

NoNoN NoneNone20150626

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?

NoNoN NoneNone20150625

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?

NoNoN NoneNone20150608

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 15v370000, 15v320000, and 15v320000 (air bags). The part needed for the repair was not available. 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. Parts distribution disconnect.

NoNoN NoneNone20150523

My side airbag light off light keeps staying on with no one else in the car.

NoNoN NoneNone20150520

My honda crv is within the year range for a recall of the driver side airbag. To date, i have not received any recall notice from honda......At all. I am concerned about this and came to your website to find out if my vehicle is definitely one that needs to be recalled for replacement of the airbag apparatus. As far as i can tell, it is.....So i am wondering why no recall notice has come to me? What am i to do? The potential effects of this faulty part seem devastating from what i am reading.....Please advise what is my best course of action.

NoNoN NoneNone20150520

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number:14v351000 (air bags); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NoNoN NoneNone20150412

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.

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20150406

2004 honda cr-v. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle airbag problems. *smd the consumer received the air bag recall notice in january 2015. The vehicle was taken to the dealer in february to complete the recall. The consumer was involved in a head-on accident in april 7, 2015 and the air bags did not deploy. She received some back and neck injuries. The vehicle was totaled. Jb ma 10/22/2015 updated 10/17/217*cn

NoNoN NoneNone20150403

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 14v700000 (air bags) and 14v351000 (air bags); however, the parts needed to repair the vehicle were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 09/03/15*lj updated 12/10/2015 *js

NoNoN NoneNone20150401

I have been waiting for the airbag recall parts since january, 2015. I was not notified by honda of the recall. Fortunately, it was covered in the news and i was able to check using my vin. I feel the vehicle is not safe to drive, but the dealer is not able to tell me when the parts will be available. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20150329

I have been trying unsuccessfully to have my air bags replaced since receiving notice of the recall. I called the dealer where i normally receive service on march 30, 2015 and was told the parts were on back order and they expected to have the parts in within 30 days. When i did not hear further from the dealer (landmark honda of alexandria,va), i called again on april 27, 2015 and was told that the parts are trickling in due to high demand and that they were calling owners and repairing vehicles as the parts came in. I inquired if there was a process for determining the order in which owners were being called such as a first come first served process or a waiting list. The service representative said that information was not available. I live in camp springs, md and i have a road trip planned for minneapolis, mn which is scheduled for may 10 to may 27, 2015. I thought that my car would've been serviced in time for this trip. Clearly, i am concerned for the safety of my passengers and myself. I just read about the one day workshop which was convened on april 28, 2015 and i can tell you, that honda is not doing enough to provide parts for timely repairs and to ensure the safety of their owners. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20150326

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

NoNoN NoneNone20150323

Having received our recall notice to replace the front driver and passenger air bag from the manufacturer, we contacted our local dealer today, 3/24/2015. We were denied information or deferred for questions regarding inflators used for the "side-impact" air bags which are built into the driver and front passenger seats (which may burst and cause injury to back, shoulder or spine). We were told parts may not be available for 4 weeks, up to 2 months. This seems unreasonable for an issue that may result in occupant death from a safety device designed to save lives. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20150322

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20150316

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v700000 (air bags); however, the part needed 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 not made aware of the failure. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NoNoN NoneNone20150312

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v351000 (air bags) however, the part needed 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 not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 4/20/15*cn

NoNoN NoneNone20150312

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 14v351000 (air bags) was received in march of 2015. After contacting the dealer and the manufacturer on multiple occasions, the contact was informed that the parts needed to repair the vehicle were still not available and no estimated time for receiving the parts could be provided. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NoNoN NoneNone20150303

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 15v320000 and 14v353000 (air bags); however, the parts needed for the repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Ma 10/16/15

NoNoN NoneNone20150301

2004 honda cr-v. Consumer writes in regards to recall notices 14v351000,14v353000 and 14v700000 air bag issues. *smd the consumer was put on a waiting list, due to lack of parts. *jb

NoNoN NoneNone20150301

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that nhtsa campaign number: 14v351000 (air bags) and nhtsa campaign number: 14v353000 (air bags) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The dealer stated that the parts would not be available until at least october 2015. The manufacturer was not made aware of the delay. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NoNoN NoneNone20150226

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

NoNoN NoneNone20150221

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

NoNoN NoneNone20150201

2004 honda crv potentially defective air bags. *mw the consumer was informed, his vehicle was not listed on the recall list. *jb

NoNoN NoneNone20150127

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 14v700000 (air bags). The contact stated that the part needed to remedy the vehicle was unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 6/8/15*cn updated 11/23/2015*js

NoNoN NoneNone20150115

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

NoNoN NoneNone20150111

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20150106

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

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20150104

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that while traveling 35 mph, the vehicle was involved in a crash which caused the driver side air bag to deployed burning the contact's hands. A police report was filed and the vehicle was repaired by a body shop. The contact stated that the body shop replaced the air bags. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was not repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 14v700000 (airbag). The failure mileage was 43,000. Updated 3/24/15*cn updated 05/12/15*jb

NoNoN NoneNone20150104

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 14v700000 (air bags) in january of 2015; however, the parts needed were not available. The dealer was unable to provide an estimated date for when the parts would become available. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NoNoN NoneNone20141231

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the notice for nhtsa campaign number: 14v351000 (air bags) was received in january of 2014. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was informed that the part was not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact did not experience a failure.

NoNoN NoneNone20141231

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20141231

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v351000 (air bags); however, the part needed 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 not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NoNoN NoneNone20141221

Both my low beam headlights stopped working i could smell a rubber burning smell and smoke was coming from the steering column. *js

NoNoN NoneNone20141210

I have not been able to get recall work completed at honda cars of bradenton on my 2004 honda crv for over 4 months. I called on 12/11/14 to schedule an appointment and was told the earliest appointment was 2-13-15. Just prior to that appointment, i was contacted to inform me that the parts were on back order and they would call me when the parts came in. Today is april 2, 2015 and i still have not heard from them. I have recently sold the vehicle and reported the new owner to honda. The new owner was made aware of the recall. It appears that a safety recall is not that important to honda. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20141126

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

NoNoN NoneNone20141125

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notifications for nhtsa campaign id number: 14v700000 (air bags) and 14v351000 (air bags). However, the parts needed were not available. The contact was not able to schedule a recall repair after contacting the dealer for weeks. The dealer indicated that the drivers side and front passenger side air bags were ordered but the parts were still not available for the repair. The manufacturer was contacted and was not able to provide a specific date for when the parts would be sent to the dealer. The contact was not experiencing a failure.

NoNoN NoneNone20141111

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v7000000 (air bags) however, the part needed 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 experience a failure.

NoNoN NoneNone20141105

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

NoNoN NoneNone20141031

Srs light came on and remains on. Dealer diagnosed problem as defective srs control module. Dealer says this part of the restraint system is not covered under any warranty. A call to honda's 800 number resulted in the same conclusion and no monetary assistance could be offered for a repair that would cost approximately $1000.00. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20141029

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

NoNoN NoneNone20141026

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

NoNoN NoneNone20141023

Steering wheel adjuster comes loose every once in a while while driving causing the the steering wheel to move loosely. Had occured several times in last 7 years.

NoNoN NoneNone20141021

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 14v700000 (air bags) and 14v351000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was not available. 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.

NoNoN NoneNone20141020

There is a recall on my car but when i called the dealer said they did not have info to tell me if my car is affected. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20141017

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

NoNoN NoneNone20141016

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notifications for nhtsa campaign number: 14v353000 (air bags) and nhtsa campaign number: 14v351000 (air bags). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer stated the parts were unavailable for recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the delay. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NoNoN NoneNone20141014

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 14v351000 (air bags) 14v700000 (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 notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NoNoN NoneNone20141012

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

NoNoN NoneNone20140930

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v700000 (air bags); however, the part needed was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NoNoN NoneNone20140914

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v700000 (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.

NoNoN NoneNone20140810

While driving on the freeway, i bumped my keys lightly with my right knee causing the car to suddenly switch off, and making steering difficult. I was able to coast off the freeway to a stop at an exit, and restart my car. It appears that the car switches off with even the slightest bump to the keys in the ignition. The problem appears to be similar to the current gm recall. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20140716

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that all of the exterior lighting on the vehicle failed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20140702

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

NoNoN NoneNone20140630

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

NoNoN NoneNone20140618

Tl* the contact owns 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number 15v320000 (air bags) and 14v353000 (air bags). However, the parts needed for the repairs were not available. 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.

NoNoN NoneNone20140609

Door actuators do not always work making it difficult to get in and out of the car quickly. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20140601

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

NoNoN NoneNone20140601

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the srs warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where he was notified that if the vehicle was involved in a crash, the air bags might not deploy and that the srs unit needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 115,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20140512

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20140414

Power window will reverse direction. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20140302

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20140210

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20140119

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

NoNoN NoneNone20140103

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 14v700000 (air bags) and 14v351000 (air bags) however, the part needed 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 not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

CrashNoN NoneNone20131230

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

NoNoN NoneNone20131103

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact was driving 50 mph when the srs warning lamp illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where the contact was informed that the srs sensor was not responding and could cause the air bag deployment to fail in the event of a crash. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 55,200. Updated 12/26/13*lj

NoNoN NoneNone20130918

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

NoNoN NoneNone20130910

Ac compressor stopped working. Honda dealer said the compressor is cracked. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20130910

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

NoNoN NoneNone20130910

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20130905

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

NoNoN NoneNone20130814

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

NoNoN NoneNone20130714

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20130630

The horn no longer works. The fuse for the horn has been checked, and is not the problem. This seems to be a safety issue that should be cover for the lifetime of the vehicle, similar to honda's seatbelt coverage. *tr

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20130520

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

NoFireN NoneNone20130227

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20130217

The srs dashboard light stayed on while operating the vehicle. The vehicle went into the honda dealer on 2/18/2013. The dtc code read by the technician was dtc 15-2 (faulty side airbag indicator circuit). The opds unit (occupant position detection system) was replaced on 2/25/2013. Per the honda service bulletin 06-009, the vehicle vin number was outside the vin numbers for the 2004 cr-v's eligible for the extended warranty in the class action settlement. On 6/6/2013 the srs dashboard light again stayed on while operating the vehicle and was returned to the honda dealers. The mileage was 110,242. The dtc code detected was the same code as the previous visit, dtc 15-2. The opds sensor was determined to be faulty and it was replaced on 6/28/2013. Since the last visit to the honda dealer, the srs light has not stayed on permanently. For your information, i purchased the vehicle new from the honda dealer in 2004. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20130212

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20121231

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.

CrashNoN NoneNone20121117

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda crv. The contact was driving 45 mph and crashed into a deer. The frontal air bags failed to deploy. There were no injuries. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 176,000. Updated 01/09/13*lj updated 1/14/2013*js

NoNoN NoneNone20121031

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20120906

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

NoNoN NoneNone20120902

While decelerating on a highway exit ramp, i heard a large whirring noise coming from the right side of the engine compartment. Then a large bang from the engine compartment followed by a thumping noise which started in the engine compartment and ended bouncing underneath the body over several seconds. Stopped the car and looked underneath and on the road, but could not find any belts or material. Took the car into a honda dealership who informed me that the ac was completely destroyed. The estimate to fix was over $4300 for the complete system which over $3000 was in parts. They informed me the banging noise was the compressor clutch locking then flying apart sending pieces through out the engine compartment. There was no mention of a thorough inspection of the rest of the engine or body for damage from the flying debris of the broken compressor clutch. The dealer indicated the alin honda class action lawsuit was not settled and could not give estimates of possible payments. *tr

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Master power window switch on driver's door started to burn and i could see smoke coming out of the switch. The result was a melted switch. I have a japan made 2004 honda cr-v with vin # starting with jhlrdxxxxxxxxxxxx. By looking at the statement from american honda, my vin is not affected by the recall regarding the potential of fire at the master power window switch. What can i do? This is what happened to my car but it's not included by the recall. *tr

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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that she received notification of a manufacturer's recall that was related to a defective air conditioning compressor. The contact stated that she waited two months to take the vehicle to the dealer for repairs however, they refused to perform the repairs and stated that the statute of limitations had already been surpassed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 69,000. Updated 01/10/13*lj

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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. While parked, the contact noticed that the air bag warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostics but the mechanic referred the contact to the dealer. The dealer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 52,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20120625

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

NoNoN NoneNone20120618

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

NoNoN NoneNone20120603

My a/c system blow out hot air about 7day ago. Went to the honda dealership, the service told me the condenser and the compressor of the a/c system stop working. It would cost 3000 to fix. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20120603

Srs light comes on and stays on. Faulty seat belt buckle switch. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20120514

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.

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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.

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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.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 11v260000 (air bags:frontal:driver side inflator module). After having the repairs completed, the contact stated that the air bag light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the light did not illuminate until the vehicle was taken in for recall repairs. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 26,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20120401

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.

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I took my 2004 cr-v to honda dealer for low beam headlight wiring to be replaced under recall. I was told they did not have part and will call when they get it. I have called a 2nd time for repair and still told part was not available. As of this e-mail it has been 2 months and no response from dealer. *tr

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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

NoNoN NoneNone20120319

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated the srs light remained illuminated. After five trips to the local dealer for diagnostic testing, the failure recurred. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in three different recalls within the past four years. The contact did not provide the nhtsa campaign numbers, but stated that they were all related to the air bags. The local dealer was unable to diagnose or remedy the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 158,000.

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20120208

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. While driving approximately 2 mph into an intersection, the contact crashed into the proceeding vehicle. The contact sustained minor injury to the back, shoulder and left arm. A police report was filed for the incident. The air bags failed to deploy during the impact. The vehicle was towed to a collision center and repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the malfunction. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20120202

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20120201

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact was driving 30 mph when both headlights failed intermittently. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 97,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20120201

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The vehicle was included in the recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 11v260000 (air bags:frontal:driver side inflator module) and was repaired. Approximately four months after the repair, the air bag light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20120129

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20120117

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that at engine startup, the head lights failed to illuminate but the high beam headlights were illuminated appropriately. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 170,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20120103

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, the low beam headlights stopped functioning. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to have the failure diagnosed or the vehicle repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 95,000. The vin was unavailable.

NoNoN NoneNone20111219

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, there was a burning odor coming from the steering compartment. The contact later noticed that the low beam headlights stopped illuminating. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnostic test and the technician stated that the headlight switch on the steering column would have to be replaced. The contact performed the repairs himself. The contact replaced the headlight switch and noticed that the connectors were melted. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20111216

Headlights stopped working. Wiring burned. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20111122

Both lowbeam lights went out simultaneously while driving. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20111121

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

NoNoN NoneNone20111108

While driving at night my low beams stopped working and i could smell smoke. It was very dangerous to just all of the sudden have your lights go out. I couldn't see and others couldn't see me. I turned off the light switch, and the smoke smell dissipated. My high beams still worked. I got online after the incident and realized that i was not alone with this exact type of problem. The problem has been isolated by several other cr-v owners as an electrical problem involving the wiring harness that plugs into the headlight/turn signal switch. In addition, i found an article stating that the nhtsa has opened an investigation of this problem (nhtsa recall campaign number ea11012) . A call to a honda dealership resulted in a very expensive quote to replace the whole harness (several hundreds of dollars). I feel that this particular problem is a safety hazard, and that honda should issue a recall to fix the problem. Updated 12/19/11 *bf *tr

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Both headlights low beam went out simultaneously without any precondition warning. New light bulbs does not fix the problem. High beams work. An electrical condition suspected but not fixed yet. Checked with dealer not aware of this condition or any recall. *tr updated 03/21/12 *bf

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Low beam headlights suddenly went out, both at same time. Replaced with new bulbs, still no low beams. High beams work and fuses ok (high beams are on same fuse as lows). Measured zero voltage at bulb connection for low beams. Major safety issue. I have seen on the forums many owners of 2002-2004 experiencing the exact same issue. It is related to wiring at the headlight switch in the steering column connection overheating. The parts used in these vehicles are the exact parts involved in a recall for civics for the exact same reason. Why not for cr-v's? *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20110930

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

NoNoN NoneNone20110914

The low-beam headlight switch fails repeatedly. When i replaced it, i noticed what appears to be heat damage on the wiring harness connector. I have replaced the combination low-beam/high-beam/turn signal unit three times in the last 7 months. *tt updated 01/17/12 *bf

NoNoN NoneNone20110911

I was driving about 30 mph and heard a loud bang coming from the front of the car. The air conditioning started to blow hot air .I pulled over and found upon opening the hood that oil from the a/c compressor had been forced out of the compressor on to the engine. I brought the honda crv to my service station immediately. Upon their inspection, they found that the a/c compressor had exploded,sending refrigerant oil and pieces of the compressor housing down to the ground under the front tire. The repairs needed were a new a/c compressor,condensor,a/c hoses,expansion valve at a cost of twelve hundred dollars.

NoNoN NoneNone20110907

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda crv. The contact stated that while driving various speeds the driver's side air bag warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and repaired under a recall associated with the nhtsa campaign id number 11v260000 (air bags: frontal: driver side inflator module). The malfunction recurred after the repair was performed. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. Updated 12/19/12 *cn updated 1/9/2013 *js

NoNoN NoneNone20110817

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

NoNoN NoneNone20110816

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the headlights would come on and go off randomly. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and advised that the connection to the headlight switch and routing connections were burned out. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 110,000. Updated 11/16/11*lj

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Ac compressor locked twice in 1 year *tt

NoNoN NoneNone20110729

2004 honda cr-v. Both headlight low beams stopped functioning at the same time. High beams still work on both headlights. Replacing headlight lamps and fuses did not fix the problem (both low beams still not functioning). I will be going to a mechanic this coming week to get repairs. I suspect it is a malfunctioning electrical switch. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20110725

The door locking system does not work. From the driver or passenger side door-lock open or lock any doors in the car. The remote door keys do not work at all. The door locking mechanism seems to be completely broken. This is the 2nd honda cr-v which i have seen this from. This becomes a safety hazard if the door mechanism is not working correctly. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20110712

While driving both dim headlights went out. I pulled over and realized the bright head lights did work while the dims no longer worked. After replacing both bulbs and realizing they still did not work. I investigated the issue and after visually inspecting the wiring harness that plugs into the combination switch (blinker/headlight control) there is obvious signs of heat damage and electrical corrosion. *tr the low beam headlights did not work, due to an electrical short in the wiring harness. Updated ivoq 03/05/12

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Both headlights (low beam) went out simultaneously due to an overheated connection between the headlight switch assembly and wiring harness (plug). Updated 12/12/11 *bf *tr pictures received 04/20/12

NoNoN NoneNone20110527

Both low beam headlights stopped working simultaneously. The connector to the headlight switch has melted preventing the switch from working. Updated 06/10/11 *bf *tr *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20110523

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

NoNoN NoneNone20110521

Both low beam headlights failed simultaneously. Subsequently repaired at a honda dealer. Repair required a new hi/lo beam switch and connector/wiring harness. I requested old parts and upon inspection, one of the metal connector pins (male and female) was discolored (black) due to heating with some distortion and discoloration of the connector block due to heating. Attached wire also discolored due to heating. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20110521

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

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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

NoNoN NoneNone20110515

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

NoNoN NoneNone20110510

Both lowbeam headlights both stopped working at the same time. I replaced both bulbs but they still did not work. No fuses had burnt out, so started to research. After checking online, i opened the plastic casing to the steering column, and found that the switch had burned and the plastic melted. This is obviously defective wiring on the part of honda, otherwise the fuse for the headlights would have burned out before the switch could have. I find this to be a very important safety issue as this is the primary vehicle for my wife and infant son. Updated 12/12/11 *bf updated 12/13/11 *tr

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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked when he noticed that the headlight covers were very cloudy and affecting visibility. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 45,000. Updated 6/4/12 *cn

NoNoN NoneNone20110415

I have a 2004 honda cr-v ex with almost 69k miles. I have always maintained my car to the gills and just yesterday my a/c compressor blew up, leaving metal shards all through my ac lines. The pulley and clutch (ac clutch) were also destroyed, leaving me with a 2100 dollar estimate. I have done a lot of research online about this issue and it seems that it is happening a lot in the 2002-2004 models. I have also read that they knew the part was faulty and still continued to install it. This is not normal wear and tear and the part has since been redesigned. I have only gotten an estimate, i refuse to pay for this damage when it is clearly honda's fault. There has been a class action lawsuit filed against this problem and if i can find a way to add my name, i will do it. Lack of ac can lead to heatstroke and other health problems. Also, the ac is needed in the winter for the defroster, and i can clearly see a foggy windshield leading to accidents. Honda needs to address this issue as soon as possible and own up to the fact that this part/problem needs to be recalled. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20110407

My a/c compressor exploded at around 47,000 miles sending shards of metal throughout the entire cooling/heating system. I was told it would cost about $3000 to repair. That is not a case of normal wear and tear. The part is faulty. It exploded. Honda says it's not their fault, sometimes parts wear out. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20110404

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20110219

Srs airbag light suddenly lights up without apparent reason. *tr

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20110216

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.

NoNoN NoneNone20110114

Honda crv 2004, ac defective, 82,000 miles just quit working. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20101221

Air compressor failure at 100,000 miles on 12/22/10 after the total a/c unit was replaced on 9/24/07 including expansion valve, condensor, evaporator, cooling fan, and compressor at 75,265 miles. This is my second a/c unit that died. *ln

NoNoN NoneNone20101214

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

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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

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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.

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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

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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda crv. The contact stated that the srs warning indicator was illuminated when the vehicle was started and remained illuminated until the vehicle was turned off. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The technician stated the air bag control module would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 97,000.

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While driving, car began making loud whining noise. Then a loud bang, and some big piece of metal fell off the car onto the road. Air conditioner stopped blowing cold. Took it to dealer and was told the part that fell off was the a/c compressor clutch assembly. Entire system must be replaced at great cost. We have not yet repaired the problem. *tr

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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

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We purchased the vehicle as a honda certified vehicle in oct 2007, with 47,250 miles. On sept 7, 2010, while driving on the freeway, my 19 year old daughter (who drives the vehicle at college) heard a loud bang and the then the air conditioner began blowing just hot air. Upon hearing the circumstances, i told my daughter to drive the vehicle home from college. We took the vehicle to our independent auto repair shop where he diagnose the problem as a blown a/c compressor. We had the repairs completed in one day at cost of $757.00 and my daughter was back at college the next day. The old part is available if needed but the mechanic will only hold it for one week. *tr

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Just pulled off freeway when i heard a whistling noise and then a loud kathunk. The air conditioner immediately stopped pumping cold air. Went to honda dealership and was told that there had been a catastrophic failure of the air conditioning system. They admitted it was a known honda problem but stated that honda wasn't doing anything about it. Quoted me $1,200 and said i was lucky that it hadn't contaminated the entire system. *tr

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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. While traveling 65 mph, the vehicle began to vibrate excessively and the air conditioner independently shut off. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that air conditioner would need replacing. There were no prior warnings of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileage was 66,000.

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Air conditioning unit broke. *tr

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On my 2004 honda crv that i have meticulously cared for, started hearing clunking noises, then the a/c was not working. The airport honda dealer (knoxville, tn) said i needed to replace 2 fans for $460 (using non-honda parts) and i had to get a rental car for 3 days for another $131. Someone told me that a/c problems are common on crvs. My car is way past warranty. But i thought hondas were such good cars. I think if this is a common problem, then they should fix the problem for low or no cost. *tr

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2004 honda crv - air conditioning compressor stopped working. Made loud popping noise. When i opened the hood you could smell smoke. I noticed sparks and smoke coming from the ac compressor. I bought this crv new in 2004 and had not had any problems prior to this. The honda dealer that i purchased this from says that it will cost $2400 to fix it as it basically needs an entire new ac installed. I searched the web to see if anyone else had this problem, and noticed that it is widespread. Will honda do a recall for this issue? I'm very concerned, as i also have a 2005 crv that i purchased new in 2005 for my wife and see that it is very possible that this could happen to that vehicle. *tr

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2004 crv: after several hours of problem-free driving on freeway, we heard a loud popping noise and some clunking/rattling noises coming from beneath the car (sounded like we ran over something and it was bouncing around underneath but there was nothing in the road). Sound ceased for a few seconds and then a few more clunks/rattles before sound ceased again. Then we noticed that the air conditioner was no longer working. All indicators were on, fan was blowing, but air was not cooled. Something similar happened several years ago (approximately 2005-2006) while our car was still under warranty, although it was a more gradual failure, not quite as catastrophic as this event. Dealer mentioned something about metal shards getting blown into the air compressor and fixed it under warranty. We had no idea at the time this was a common problem or that it might re-occur. Car was just serviced and has ~60k on it. Given that there are hundreds of identical complaints about this problem, honda should be held accountable before someone gets seriously hurt. This is unacceptable. We have reported to honda of north america and are waiting to hear from the case manager. Dealer wants to charge us to inspect and evaluate car. If this happens to you, make honda pay up! Don't let the dealers intimidate you and make you think it's your responsibility. *tr

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Both headlights went out. Replaced the headlight switch in august, 2010 both headlights failed again in october, 2010...Went to replace the switch again and the mechanic noted the wiring harness appears overheated and needs replacement. *tr

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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

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Hot air blowing from ac vents. Thought it must just be low on freon. Looked online and discovered thousands of people with the same vehicle are having the same problem. The compressor blows and causes hundreds if not thousands of $'s to be fixed. Currently the car is at a body shop who told me i got lucky and the repairs would only amount to $835 because the part alone is $550. Contacted honda america and they basically laughed at me and said good luck. Very irritated, but after the report of so many honda's being recalled in the paper yesterday i see why they haven't yet recalled them for this issue. Although i wasn't stranded like some people report engine locking down from this because when the compressor broke it broke their timing belt and radiators, it is still very frustrating and not safe to drive in extreme heat with no warning your air will be out and how much it costs to have it fixed. *tr

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The air conditioner clutch froze and nearly stopped engine. Now we have no air conditioning or window defrosting. *tr

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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. While traveling 55 mph, the srs warning light illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed and the contact was advised that the occupant passenger detection system (opds) sensor would need replacing. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The current and failure mileage was 100,000.

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Airconditioner quit working. Thought was just low freon-was shrapnal in my vehicle from the unit disintegrated. Was told lucky i didn't drive any further or the shrapnel would have gotten into the engine, seized it up, possibly crashing in the process. This is something that honda knows is happening. It cost me about $1600.00 to repair, someone is going to continue to drive after losing the airconditioning because they can't afford to fix it and someone is going to get hurt from it crashing. *tr

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Tl*the contact owns a 2004 honda crv. While driving 2 mph in reverse, she hear a loud banging noise in the engine. Prior to the noise, the air conditioner functioned as if the heat was on. She turned the vehicle off for four and a half hours. She took the vehicle to a local repair shop in order to have the air conditioner repaired and was advised to take the vehicle to an authorized dealer. The dealer stated that she needed a compressor and air conditioner. The vehicle was repaired by the dealer who confirmed that the compressor had malfunctioned. The vehicle was repaired for $2,646.23. The failure mileage was 133,612 and the current mileage was 133,652.

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Air conditioner blowing hot air. Took it to pep boys and said that the compressor died and needed to be replaced. I have a 2004 honda and only 38k miles. Read on blogs that the ac is a major problem. *tr

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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.

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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

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I bought two 2004 crv's new in 12/2004. Air conditioner compressors is not blow cold air any more. The job cost $4470 for fixing only this problem. Sounds crazy price. Dealer -they would not admit to me that this has been a widespread problem usa nationwide . Honda should be investigated in my opinion. I think this problem should also handled by "nhtsa" . Vehicle had less than 80,000 miles. If honda does not address the issue i would consider buying my next car from a different company. Never honda car again in my life. Honda america headquarter company should issue recall on honda crv 2004 because many people have the same problem on the air conditioning compressor. I believe that the air conditioning compressor is defective products. Because they are many complaint on internet. *tr

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Experienced catastrophic failure of a/c in 2004 honda cr-v lx that we purchased new. The compressor seized and also sent shrapnel into the system. *tr

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Air condition compressor seized at 125k--this is the second one--new part is on order. *tr

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I was driving slowly in the summer when i smelled a burning smell of smoke in my vehicle. Within 5 minutes my air conditioner began to blow hot air. I took my vehicle to a reputable mechanic for inspection. They showed me with the vehicle in the air that there was a hole in the condensing unit of my vehicle. When i asked what could have caused it,they stated that the hole was blown in the unit from the inside out. I took my vehicle to a honda dealership for inspection after that. The mechanics there said that i must have run into a piece of metal. Then, off the record, they stated that many other owners had their ac's go out in the same way and that honda would probably be recalling them. I researched it a little at the time and got no-where with honda. Honda stated since my vehicle was out of warranty, they would do nothing. At the time i gave up...However, with additional replacements that i have had to make that are un-characteristic and untimely for a honda, and with additional inspections by both honda and non-mechanics...I was told that my entire engine assembly was put in sideways by design and that design causes multiple issues with multiple components. I actually had one reputable garage refuse to continue to work on my car because it was so poorly designed and difficult to work on. Sadly, i will never buy a honda again. And i have had 5 honda's prior to this one, bought this one new, and would have been happy enough had honda owned up to the problems. *tr

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I have a 2010 honda crv the ac compressor failed at 60k and destroyed the entire ac system the estimated cost of repair is $2500. I live in atlanta and can not own a car without ac. I have been reading on line and this seems to be a common problem with the vehicle. The compressor belt is driven by the engine and if the compressor locks up the engine will stall. If this happen in traffic on the highway this will certainly cause an accident. Honda needs to recall their compressors and replace them with a re-designed unit. If you scan the web you will finds hundreds of similar stories regarding the honda crv compressors. *tr

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2004 honda crv air conditioner - was driving down the interstate and heard whistle, followed immediately by what sounded like popcorn popping. I took the car into the dealership and said that my compressor had exploded and that i need to replace the compressor, condenser, clutch and coil (when the compressor explodes, it send metal shards through the system)t for a cost of $2100. I have looked into this issue on the internet and have found that this is very common for this vehicle to contact honda usa customer service. When i called them, they said that it was unfortunate, but it is no longer under warranty as my mileage is approx 63k miles, and that i needed to speak to the dealership to see what they could do. Currently, there is one site collecting data to form a class action lawsuit and numerous sites with countless accounts of the exact same issue - the compressor exploding usually between 40k-70k miles on model years 2002-2005, with multiple individuals having to have their units multiple times. *tr

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2004 cr v / ac broken for second time, first time i used my extension warranty in 2007, honda west, las vegas replace complete system, now i have the same problem no ac and no warranty, i think is a bad design for the number of claims. *tr

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Air conditioning compressor failure on 2004 honda cr-v ex. Dealership reported that if the compressor is run it can grenade and cause damage to the entire air conditioning system and other systems. *tr

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Honda crv 2004 stuck accelerator in driveway of my house -- full throttle crashed into another car and kept going until other vehicle hit tree and fence. *tr

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Ac compressor fail. Compressor seized up, built pressure, exploded. Had repaired. 2 years later, same thing. Had it repaired. 3 years later, 5/29/15, same thing happened. Looked online for recall. Thousands of complaints, but no recall. Could potentially cause injury.

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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

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Airconditioner stopped working after hearing a bang and hiss. *tr

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Ac compressor has failed. Vehicle model and manufacturer have a long history with this particular issue. There is no recall in process. Manufacturing defect causes expensive repairs for replacing entire ac system at cost of $4000, and each time ac fails, it requires a recharge with r type freon - which means the r freon has escaped into the atmosphere. There is lawyer investigating class action - [xxx].. [xxx]. There are many honda crv forums discussing this particular issue. Honda negates to accept responsibility and repair costs. *tr

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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

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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

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Low beam headlights won't work, even though high beams do.

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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

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The check engine light lights up intermittently. Dealer changed gas cap twice but problem will not go away. *tr

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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

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Tl*the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. While driving 35 mph she noticed a loud popping sound followed by a clanking sound in the engine. Moments later, the contact noticed that the vehicle began to wander to the right. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and the mechanic stated that the air conditioner compressor froze and blew out the casing. The contact previously noticed that the vehicle began driving in a sluggish manner. The current and failure mileages were 72000.

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I have replaced the headlight bulbs four times in the last year and a half in my 2004 honda crv. The first three times i replaced them myself. The fourth time i took my 2004 honda crv to the dealership to have the electrical system checked to ensure there was not a short. The dealership proclaimed everything was fine and replaced the headlight bulbs. So far they have lasted six months. I will be surprised if they last another month. *tr

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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 mph, the air bag warning light illuminated. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

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While driving to portland, or. From wa heard a loud squeal from the front of the engine. Turns out the a/c compressor is burned out at 84k miles. Honda said it was my problem and not a safety concern. The one serpentine belt drives the water pump, power steering pump, alternator and the a/c compressor at the bottom of the engine. The portland dealer would not advise me to drive it at all. If the belt burns off do to the a/c compressor seizure the power steering pump would stop possibly causing a serious accident. *tr

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After 5 years of problem free driving, my crv started making a loud rattling sound after driving for about 10 minutes. I tried turning the blower fan off , then air conditioner off and realized it was the ac making the noise. I left the ac off from then on and took the car to the closest dealer the very next day. They told me the compressor had "seized" and that metal particles had been forced throughout the entire ac system. The repairs for this were quoted at $2650. I then saw on the internet where there were 678 posts of the same problem in different year crv's and that honda had reimbursed a few of them. I feel like this must be a very prevalent problem with crv's and there should be some sort of reimbursement, because a car without ac is pretty much worthless. *tr

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The air conditioning compressor on my 2004 honda crv internally disintegrated causing damage to the complete system according to my local honda dealer. The service department told me this is a wide spread problem with the crv's. *tr

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Air conditioning failure on 2004 honda crv. Working fine, suddenly stopped cooling. Told i had to replace compressor and other parts as it imploded was the word used. Metal, etc all in system. The service manager denied this was a common problem. The cost of the repair will be around $2400. It seems clear this is a well documented issue. *tr

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