2004 Honda CR-V Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 35about this part
- Share
- 7%of 501 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 65,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 35 complaints about the equipment of the 2004 Honda CR-V, 7% of the 501 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 65,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“In short, the air conditioning compressor on my 2004 Honda CR-V blew apart at 70 MPH and 58,000 miles sending metal pieces flying and bounce back from the pavement hitting all along the entire length of the underside of my CR-V. To add to my frustration, the CR-V was given a 60,000 mile service in the amount of $955.76 at 56,050 miles to guard against something like this happening. …”
NHTSA complaint #10235218, filed 2008-07, 58,000 miles“Complete air conditioning failure on an '04 crv, after 8 months of ownership. Only occurred once to this point. I contacted Honda. They told me it wasn't under warranty any more. Repair was $1,700.00 Honda finally covered the parts under (good faith agreement) after I hounded them.”
NHTSA complaint #10227527, filed 2008-05, 80,000 miles“A/c blowing hot air - initially I thought there was just a need for freon - firestone diagnosed the A/C compressor went out - I picked the car up without repairing because of the cost. I looked on the internet and found site that suggested I call Honda america - I opened up a case (very rude people there) and then took car to local Honda dealership on 10/1/07 - they told me the entire system was contaminated and repair would cost me $535.66 and they would take care of the rest. …”
NHTSA complaint #10256583, filed 2009-01, 57,049 miles“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. …”
NHTSA complaint #10545495, filed 2013-09, 150,000 miles“On aug. 20th I took my '04 CR-V to the Honda dealer where I bought the vehicle for its 5,000 mile service, including its first oil change. The next day, after driving it for several miles and stopping to get gas, I noticed a burnt odor. I popped the hood and noticed a small amount of smoke coming up from the back of the engine. I looked under the vehicle and noticed oil dripping from several locations. I returned the CR-V to the dealer. …”
NHTSA complaint #10088380, filed 2004-08, 5,250 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10139569May 25, 2018Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty…
- 10139567May 24, 2018Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty…
- 10086306Sep 7, 2016Posters 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…
- 10086291Sep 7, 2016Flyer circulated to the residents of hawaii to remind owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment at their earliest convenience.
- 10086288Aug 29, 2016Letter 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…
- 10086381Aug 23, 2016Us virgin islands newspaper advertisements to remind owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment at their earliest convenience.
- 10086308Aug 23, 2016Text messages sent to remind owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment at their earliest convenience.
- 10086302Aug 21, 2016Advertisement in hawaiian newspapers to remind owners of the takata recall and to schedule an appointment at their earliest convenience.
- 10025523May 31, 2008Load carrying capacity reduced label for all honda vehicles.
- 10013833Sep 16, 2004Sending hds snapshot.
Equipment: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 1% |
| 2024 | 2 | 1% |
| 2022 | 2 | 1% |
| 2019 | 6 | 1% |
| 2018 | 7 | 0% |
| 2017 | 4 | 0% |
| 2015 | 1 | 0% |
| 2014 | 4 | 1% |
| 2013 | 2 | 1% |
| 2012 | 4 | 1% |
| 2011 | 2 | 0% |
| 2010 | 3 | 1% |
| 2009 | 7 | 2% |
| 2008 | 5 | 1% |
| 2007 | 17 | 2% |
| 2006 | 5 | 1% |
| 2005 | 4 | 1% |
| 2004 | 35 | 7% |
| 2003 | 32 | 7% |
| 2002 | 39 | 8% |
| 2001 | 7 | 5% |
| 2000 | 2 | 2% |
| 1999 | 2 | 2% |
| 1998 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2004 Honda CR-V
142 complaintsAir bags
103 complaintsElectrical system
73 complaintsExterior lighting
39 complaintsOther or unknown
22 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
20 complaintsFuel system
18 complaintsVehicle speed control
18 complaintsSeat belts
17 complaintsBrakes
14 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
14 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
13 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Honda CR-V
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 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