2004 Honda Accord Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 47about this part
- Share
- 5%of 1,018 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 61,509miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 47 complaints about the visibility of the 2004 Honda Accord, 5% of the 1,018 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 61,509 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My radio and A/C display went out. I have to turn on my interior lights at night to adjust the temperature in my car. It is extremely dangerous if my windows get foggy and I cannot fix it without pulling off of the road. This car needs to be recalled. I should not have to pay $1000 for a problem that all of these models are having.”
NHTSA complaint #10459325, filed 2012-05, 150,000 miles“August 21, 08, I had sudden and complete failure on my 2004 accords window wipers in the middle of tropical storm fay. This was a complete surprise and very dangerous situation while driving in rainfall. I was unable to have repairs done until the next day. Honda did not have a recall on this year model but of course did for the 2003.”
NHTSA complaint #10242120, filed 2008-09, 38,000 miles“The windshield wiper motor failed to operate on 2004 Honda Accord while my wife was driving the vehicle with my two children during a rain storm. She pulled off to safety, until the rain passed, and proceeded to a safe location. The vehicle has 85,000 odometer miles, and is beyond the 3 year/36,000 mile warranty. I noticed the 2003 Honda Accord had a recall relating to the wiper motor failing due to corrosion. …”
NHTSA complaint #10283421, filed 2009-09, 85,086 miles“In early 2011, I noticed that the backlights for the HVAC controls, radio, and gear shifter all went out. The cabin is completely dark when driving at night. When I contacted Honda, they said that this is an identified problem on some 2003-2004 accords but that my car is excluded from the extended warranty. The repair is $1,000 which is not a reasonable cost for a manufacturer defect. It is very difficult to operate the vehicle at night without a properly lit cabin.”
NHTSA complaint #10430240, filed 2011-10, 50,000 miles“At 69,600 miles the wiper motor failed on my Honda 2004 Accord ex v6 navi. Had the motor replaced for $470. Upon dis-assembly corrosion was discovered in the motor housing. This is what is described in the Honda 2003 Accord recall. Part number: 76505-sda-a011. The recalled part was -a01; with replacement part being -a11. My replacement part is -a11. The problem was discovered in my driveway; had I been driving at the time of the failure it could have been catastrophic. Request Honda issue a recall for this safety issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10400903, filed 2011-05, 69,651 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10115792Dec 11, 2014Service 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…
- 10115788Dec 11, 2014Service 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…
- 10018035Jun 1, 2005Always use correct replacement sunvisors. Honda servicenews.
- 10015305Feb 16, 2005Dealer visit request on rear window regulator noise.
- 10015289Feb 1, 2005Door glass weatherstrip damage from tinting.
- 10014760Jan 16, 2005Rear window regulator noise.
- 10018095Dec 16, 2004Rear window regulator noise. Dealer visit request.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 7% |
| 2025 | 1 | 1% |
| 2024 | 2 | 1% |
| 2023 | 1 | 1% |
| 2022 | 5 | 2% |
| 2021 | 5 | 2% |
| 2020 | 5 | 1% |
| 2019 | 12 | 2% |
| 2018 | 34 | 2% |
| 2017 | 14 | 3% |
| 2016 | 31 | 5% |
| 2015 | 12 | 2% |
| 2014 | 23 | 2% |
| 2013 | 37 | 3% |
| 2012 | 15 | 4% |
| 2011 | 8 | 3% |
| 2010 | 16 | 3% |
| 2009 | 16 | 2% |
| 2008 | 26 | 2% |
| 2007 | 15 | 3% |
| 2006 | 20 | 5% |
| 2005 | 22 | 3% |
| 2004 | 47 | 5% |
| 2003 | 75 | 4% |
| 2002 | 7 | 1% |
| 2001 | 14 | 2% |
| 2000 | 17 | 1% |
| 1999 | 17 | 2% |
| 1998 | 27 | 2% |
| 1997 | 13 | 3% |
| 1996 | 22 | 5% |
| 1995 | 20 | 4% |
| 1994 | 19 | 5% |
| 1993 | 5 | 3% |
| 1992 | 9 | 4% |
| 1991 | 5 | 2% |
| 1990 | 9 | 5% |
| 1989 | 5 | 6% |
| 1988 | 1 | 1% |
| 1987 | 2 | 2% |
| 1985 | 2 | 15% |
Other parts of the 2004 Honda Accord
348 complaintsAir bags
251 complaintsElectrical system
146 complaintsSteering
66 complaintsBrakes
62 complaintsVehicle speed control
58 complaintsSeat belts
38 complaintsExterior lighting
37 complaintsBody and structure
36 complaintsOther or unknown
32 complaintsEngine
28 complaintsEngine cooling
28 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Honda Accord
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology