2004 Honda Accord Problems: 3 Known Issues
2004 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated October 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2004 Honda Accord has 3 documented known issues, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is V6 Power Steering Pressure Hose Deterioration - Leak and Under-Hood Fire Risk (Recall 12V222000) ($10-$450 repair). Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $10 to $450. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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NHTSA Recalls8 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine. Particulates in fuel may adhere to the internal components of the fuel pump, reducing its performance.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Honda Accord vehicles. The case for the battery sensor, part of the battery management system, may allow water to get in, potentially causing an electrical short.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Accord vehicles equipped with a 4-cylinder engine and a continuously-variable transmission that were originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The drive shafts were assembled with a lubricant that may have degraded the drive shafts' protective coating, making it more susceptible to damage from road salt or other contaminants, and potentially cause it to break.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Accord L4 vehicles manufactured July 29, 2014, to July 31, 2014, 2015 Accord L4 vehicles manufactured August 14, 2014, to January 30, 2015, and 2015 CR-V vehicles manufactured September 9, 2014, to February 6, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been assembled with improperly torqued connecting rod bolts, which can cause the engine to lose power or leak oil.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
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What are the most common Honda Accord problems?
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2004 Honda Accord has 3 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: V6 Power Steering Pressure Hose Deterioration - Leak and Under-Hood Fire Risk (Recall 12V222000), Instrument Cluster / Display Backlight Failure (Dark Gauges & Climate Display), P0442 — Small EVAP Leak from Degraded Fuel Cap Seal or Failing Purge Valve. Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Honda Accord reliable?
The 2004 Honda Accord has 3 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: V6 Power Steering Pressure Hose Deterioration - Leak and Under-Hood Fire Risk (Recall 12V222000). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Honda Accord problems?
Repair costs for known Honda Accord issues range from $10 to $450, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, V6 Power Steering Pressure Hose Deterioration - Leak and Under-Hood Fire Risk (Recall 12V222000), typically costs $10-$450 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2003-2007 Honda Accord V6 Power Steering Pressure Hose Deterioration - Leak and Under-Hood Fire Risk (Recall 12V222000)?
On 2003-2007 V6 Accords the power-steering high-pressure hose deteriorates from prolonged under-hood and fluid heat, cracking and leaking. Beyond loss of power-steering assist, leaking fluid can spray onto the hot catalytic converter/exhaust and cause smoke or an under-hood fire;… Repairs typically run $10-$450. Severity: high.
What is the 2003-2007 Honda Accord Instrument Cluster / Display Backlight Failure (Dark Gauges & Climate Display)?
7th generation (2003-2007) Accords are well known for backlight failure on the upper multi-information display (radio/climate-control info) and dimming or dead gauge-cluster illumination, where individual LED/bulb segments burn out and leave portions of the display dark. The cond… Repairs typically run $80-$400. Severity: medium.
What is the 2003-2017 Honda Accord P0442 — Small EVAP Leak from Degraded Fuel Cap Seal or Failing Purge Valve?
On the Honda Accord, P0442 (small EVAP leak) is one of the most common check-engine triggers and almost always traces to one of three components in order of likelihood: the fuel cap, the engine-bay canister purge valve, or the under-car canister vent solenoid. The gas cap's rubbe… Repairs typically run $25-$400. Severity: low.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.