Get the latest advice about your car

Get Started
Advice » Problem Reports » Most Reported

Problem Reports

Report A Problem

Problem with your car? See what our experts say or submit your own.

2004 Honda Accord

Vibration When Braking Due to Rotor Problem

Verified for the Honda Accord

The front brake rotors can warp and cause a vibration when braking. The rotors will need to be machined or in cases where they are worn to thin, replaced to correct this issue.

152 Reports

Front Compliance Bushings May Crack

Verified for the Honda Accord

Front compliance (lower control arm ) bushings tend to crack and break requiring replacement.

52 Reports

Radio/Climate Control Display May Go Dark

Verified for the Honda Accord

The radio and climate control display can go dark on some models. It will be necessary to replace the affected unit to correct this concern. Some customers have reported receiving help from Honda regarding this repair.

37 Reports

Plugged Moon Roof Drains May Cause Water Leak

Verified for the Honda Accord

Plugged moon roof drains can cause a water leak inside the car. The water will usually leak onto the driver's or passenger's head when the car turns a corner.

26 Reports

Problems Shifting Into 3rd Gear

Verified for the Honda Accord

Some models have shift quality problems when shifting into third gear. A new "third gear set" from Honda will address this issue.

22 Reports

Knocking Noise From Rear of Vehicle

Verified for the Honda Accord

One or both of the rear sway bar end links may break resulting in a knocking noise from the rear of the vehicle.

14 Reports

ABS Modulator May Leak Air and Cause Low Brake Pedal

Verified for the Honda Accord

The ABS modulator (hydraulic unit) can leak air into the brake system and cause a low brake pedal. A new ABS modulator will be needed if it is diagnosed to be the source of the leak.

13 Reports

Check Engine Light Due to Failed Air Fuel Sensor

Verified for the Honda Accord

Issues with the air fuel sensor (oxygen sensor) can set a Check Engine Light.  A failed sensor will need to be replaced for this repair.

 

9 Reports

Head Lights Dim, Check Engine Light On

Verified for the Honda Accord

A faulty Electric Load Detector (ELD) can cause the head lights to dim and/or illuminate the Check Engine Light. A failed ELD will require replacement.

5 Reports

Overhead sunglass holder will not open

Reported by johnscreek0424 and 3 others for the Honda Accord

Overhead sunglass holder will not open/glasses stuck inside.can't shake it loose to open.

4 Reports

PCM update to fix misfire and false CEL

Verified for the Honda Accord
The PCM can misinterpret misfire data and set a false Check Engine (MIL) light requiring a PCM update to repair.
4 Reports

Unevenly set camber may cause vehicle to drift to right

Verified for the Honda Accord
The car may drift to the right because the camber (alignment setting) is set unevenly. A 4-wheel alignment will be needed to reset the camber angle.
4 Reports

The Brake Pedal May Feel Hard After Vehicle Has Set For Extended Time

Verified for the Honda Accord

If the brake pedal feels hard the first time it is pressed in the morning, it could be due to a problem with the vacuum supply hose for the brake booster. A revised brake booster hose is available to address this concern.

3 Reports

Defective Timing Belt Tensioner May Cause Premature Timing Belt Failure

Verified for the Honda Accord

Accords powered by the V6 engine had a defective timing belt tensioner that could result in excess "slack" in the timing belt. This could cause premature timing belt failure, which could result in serious engine damage.

3 Reports

Update PCM/replace fuel pressure regulator to fix long crank time

Verified for the Honda Accord
A long cranking time before the engine starts might require a PCM software update and replacement of the fuel pressure regulator.
3 Reports

ABS Light Due to Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Fault

Verified for the Honda Accord

Occasionally, the anti-lock brake (ABS) warning light may illuminate. This could be due to a faulty rear wheel speed sensor. The sensor design has been updated and revised parts are available to correct this problem.

 

2 Reports

Check Engine Light and Higher Than Normal Idle Cold

Verified for the Honda Accord

If the idle is higher than normal when the engine is cold and the Check Engine Light is on, the powertrain control module (PCM) may need a software update to fix the concern.

2 Reports

Computer may misinterpret low battery voltage and cause CEL

Verified for the Honda Accord
The computer can misinterpret a low battery voltage and can cause a false Check Engine (MIL) light to come on. Updating the PCM can correct this issue.
2 Reports

Update PCM software if engine makes noise when accelerating

Verified for the Honda Accord
If the engine is knocking or pinging when accelerating, the PCM may need updated software.
2 Reports

Software update to correct false air fuel sensor fault

Verified for the Honda Accord
The PCM can misinterpret data from the air fuel sensor and set a false Check Engine (MIL) light requiring a PCM update to repair.
2 Reports

Software update will stop car from moving faster than expected

Verified for the Honda Accord

While the engine is cold and in gear, the car may move faster than expected when the accelerator is not pressed. A software update from Honda will fix this concern.

 

1 Report

Failed VTEC oil pressure switch

Reported by HokieNation for the Honda Accord

Engine hesitated while accelerating from a stop. The check engine light (CEL) came on immediately. Autozone pulled the code of P2647. I replaced the oil pressure switch (37250-PNE-G01) and the o-ring (91319-PAA-A01).

1 Report
Ask a Question