Overview & Reviews
Other than a new seatbelt reminder there are no significant changes for 2004.
- Highly versatile and roomy interior, stable handling, comfortable ride, high crash test scores.
- Limited off-road ability.
User Reviews:
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Great Car With Bad AC - 2004 Honda CR-V
By brett758 - May 2 - 6:13 pmPositives: Bought my 04 CRV with 175k miles on it. It now has 250k miles on it and other than putting new tires on it and having the breaks done I have not had a single issue! Not one! The gas mileage (manual transmission 26-27mpg)is pretty good for an SUV. The AWD system has worked well in the snow and I can feel the back wheels turn on when I let the clutch out. Quality interior that has stood up the brutal Arizona sun. Negatives: I bought mine with an aftermarket AC compressor so I never had to deal with the issue but I have heard that its a $3000 fix when the OEM one blows up. Road noise is bad, even with a new set of Michelins. Funky looking styling IMO.
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Stay AWAY! A/C and air bag problems - 2004 Honda CR-V
By po1968 - June 7 - 3:57 pmAfter owning a number of Hondas due to their reliability, I finally have a bad one, and it looks like others have the same issue. The A/C compressor went belly up and its expensive to fix. There was a lawsuit about it, but too late to join [HTML removed.} I also have continued problems with side airbags where I get a message saying that they are turned off. Its been fixed twice and still it comes back. I dont think Im willing to pay the premium for owning a Honda any longer when other car companies are improving their reliability and cost less.
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HONDA JDM <3 - 2004 Honda CR-V
By melomelo - July 12 - 4:10 pmOkay so I love LOVE hondas but my crv i bought because i wanted a car that would best fit me and my new family i had a daughter two years ago and i wanted something more reliable and more room well.. of course looks like a mommy car off the bat but drives smooth i just changed my air box my bushings went bad but thats cuz i drove 145000+miles on it so everyday i drive 35 miles going ONE way so in one day its like 70+miles on my car but its built strong i love it i bought the car at 103,000 and i have had it for almost two years i love it! still going strong minor things have to be done like those bushings but its okay i drive alot and any car can last long as long as you MAINTAIN IT!!!
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105000 miles and still loving it - 2004 Honda CR-V
By idg914 - November 28 - 5:55 pmI bought this CR-V and I dont regret it one bit! At 65000 miles, the AC compressor blew up, I had been warned this might happen with this particular model. My dealer replaced the entire AC system under warranty with no problems after that. 100,000 miles rolled on by and I have never had any issues, mechanical or other with this car. The sunroof is still smooth, no rattles or noises, still solid and smooth. I do wish the seats were more supportive, but that is just about my only complaint. Im looking to upgrade to a new car next year, and Im looking forward to the 2012 model.
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Great car for the money - 2004 Honda CR-V
By jt17 - April 14 - 8:08 amI bought my CRV new and got a good deal--last 2004 on lot and a 5 speed. I get great gas milage because of the standard transmission. When I clean it up, it still looks great. I have only had one problem with it in 7 years, beyond scheduled service. My A.C. unit blew up--literally. I was having problems with it when it was under warrenty. I took it to the dealership and I was told that there was nothing wrong with the A.C. unit. I took it in several times--finally the dealership told me after examining the car under the special "sonic ears"-nothing was wrong. The A.C. unit completely blew a couple months later when the warrenty expired--the cost $2,600 out of pocket.
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The Bionic CR-V - 2004 Honda CR-V
By Tracey - July 26 - 9:16 pmAfter reading these reviews, I think I have the bionic cr-v. My car just turned over 100,000 while driving it today. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this car. It still looks new. I am JUST now replacing the front brakes after 100,000 miles and replaced the back brakes for the first time less than a year ago. My A/C works better than most cars that are brand new. There is excessive road noise and, true, the gas mileage could be better! My interior and exterior still look new. I dont have children or animals so that may be the reason. I love the inside design with the center tray. I too wish the back door didnt open to the side but thats the least of my desires for a vehicle. I love my car!
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Fun Car - 2004 Honda CR-V
By Jackson - February 25 - 8:52 pmI bought this new and really love it. Love the moon roof, the CD/radio, and the seating configuration options. As a tall guy, I fit in this thing well, even with the moon roof. Towing a U- Haul type trailer on the highway I get a respectable 19mpg at 55mph. Original tires were noisy and rough, but lasted to 50K - replaced with Michelins. Replaced rear brakes at 72K. MPG have been (very) disappointing - have always beat EPA estimates on other cars. I get almost 25 going to work 7-miles away, but highway mileage is almost 22 on the cruise control. Overall average is 23.7.
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Its True...Honda QC is SluMping Fast! - 2004 Honda CR-V
By luvdriving - February 6 - 11:07 pmI miss my 95 Accord. It was by far the best vehicle I have ever owned, selling it with 157,000 miles on it. Drove it Coast to Coast and it NEVER ONCE let me down. The 2004 CRV I have now has 57,000 mi on it. Its not horrible..but not great either: Im 61" and can (NEVER) get comfortable due to the lack of leg room...which is primarily my fault for not taking it on a 100 Mi test drive:).. Right! Everything still works BUT the squeaks and bad rattles are Everywhere!..Including Multiple windows, passenger side belt, the front suspension...Mechanic still cant figure that one out! Interior scratches easily, and loud road noise. Im selling it for an alternative Colorado friendly car.
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Beware of AC compressor - 2004 Honda CR-V
By ncgator - November 4 - 7:22 pmI have almost 110,000 miles and my AC compressor imploded. I was totally unaware that this was a known issue. Shame on Honda for not doing a recall for this. I called Honda and they denied any knowledge of problems. Pointed out that it was pretty well documented on the web, and asked him for the zone manager name and number. Within 15 minutes I had a call back and was told to bring it in for diagnosis and Honda paid for just over 50% of the repair. Still cost me $750 but at least they admitted there was a defect.
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2004 Honda CRV - another problem - 2004 Honda CR-V
By SMH - October 19 - 11:47 amMy AC went out around 45000 miles, brakes 46000, check engine light now coming on at 60000 miles - the fix is over $300. Ive owned 4-5 Honda sedans and now this CRV. Ive never had this many problems with a Honda. Part of the AC was covered by warranty. Nothing else. Beware!
