2004 Honda CR-V Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 2%of 501 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 62,342miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the suspension of the 2004 Honda CR-V, 2% of the 501 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 62,342 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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. …”
NHTSA complaint #10406269, filed 2011-06, 62,342 miles“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.”
NHTSA complaint #10967399, filed 2017-03, 115,000 miles“When driving the vehicle over speed bumps, pot hole or dirt roads a clanking/popping noise was heard. Vehicle was taken to two separate dealers. The first dealer replaced the front struts, reattached the front bumper, retightened the engine mounts and other bolts. However, problem recurred. Currently, vehicle is at the second dealer being inspected/repaired. The consumer stated that the problem was in the passenger side of the front end.”
NHTSA complaint #10101702, filed 2005-01, 17 miles“2004 Honda CR-V, problem started around 21,500 miles. I have a clunking sound when going over bumps or ruts in the road. More so if right front wheel hits a lower part of the road. Sounds as if something is loose. Still under warranty. Taken to dealer twice. They replaced strut and second time moved the engine mount over. It did not help. Sounds as though metal clunking against metal. Will take to another dealer to see if they can find the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10143982, filed 2005-11, 21,500 miles“The rear trailing arm broke loose from the frame causing the wheel to twist back into the wheel well. It is now at my garage and could be inspected. This happened at about 45 miles per hour causing me to take evasive action so as not to cause an accident. There was no warning lamps affiliated with the suspension system.”
NHTSA complaint #11541374, filed 2023-08Related service bulletins
- 10014127May 16, 2004Differential moan when braking at low speed. (4wd)
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 1% |
| 2025 | 3 | 1% |
| 2024 | 6 | 2% |
| 2023 | 1 | 0% |
| 2022 | 3 | 1% |
| 2021 | 4 | 1% |
| 2020 | 3 | 1% |
| 2019 | 4 | 0% |
| 2018 | 6 | 0% |
| 2017 | 5 | 0% |
| 2016 | 7 | 2% |
| 2015 | 20 | 3% |
| 2014 | 14 | 2% |
| 2013 | 16 | 4% |
| 2012 | 26 | 6% |
| 2011 | 20 | 4% |
| 2010 | 14 | 3% |
| 2009 | 15 | 4% |
| 2008 | 38 | 4% |
| 2007 | 34 | 4% |
| 2006 | 20 | 5% |
| 2005 | 27 | 6% |
| 2004 | 11 | 2% |
| 2003 | 13 | 3% |
| 2002 | 16 | 3% |
| 2001 | 2 | 1% |
| 2000 | 4 | 3% |
| 1999 | 4 | 3% |
| 1998 | 5 | 4% |
| 1997 | 3 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2004 Honda CR-V
142 complaintsAir bags
103 complaintsElectrical system
73 complaintsExterior lighting
39 complaintsEquipment
35 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 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.
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