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2004 Honda CR-V locks problems

14 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 87,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
14
of this car's complaints
3%
typical mileage
87,000
crashes
1
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Hood: latch
    4
  • Doors: latch
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Honda CR-V locks problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2004 Honda CR-V locks

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Door locks 15

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2004 Honda CR-V owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 19, 2023 · Locks · 80,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2004 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that after entering the vehicle, the power lock would not engage on the passenger’s side front door. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent however, had gradually become constant and all the door locks failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that the battery would be drained by the door lock actuators and had to be replaced. Additionally, the contact stated that the liftgate warning light would be illuminated with the liftgate closed. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that all the door lock actuators needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to Technical Service Bulletin: 14-083 and 14-084 Door Actuators (Latches, Locks, and Linkages). The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

Filed Jan 24, 2019 · Electrical, Locks · 160,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the front driver's side door lock, power steering, and ignition switch malfunctioned. Wolfchase honda (2982 n germantown pkwy, bartlett, tn 38133, (901) 255-3700) stated that the door locks needed replacement, but there was no guarantee that this would remedy the failure. In addition, the power steering was leaking fluid, but the dealer did not know if it was the steering pump or hose. The dealer stated that they would have to disassemble the power steering to diagnose the failure. The contact was informed that the power steering may last until march. The contact also had difficulty placing all four keys in the ignition. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 160,000.

Filed Jan 15, 2016 · Electrical, Locks · 95,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. While the vehicle was parked, the rear passenger door and tailgate door locks would not engage and the vehicle failed to start. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.

Filed Feb 11, 2014 · Locks · 100,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that while the vehicle was unoccupied, parked and powered on, the doors locked independently. The contact was locked out of the vehicle. The failure was sporadic. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnosis or repairs. The manufacturer had not been made aware of the problem. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Sep 18, 2013 · Locks · 87,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the front passenger and driver's side power door locks failed to latch and unlatch when being accessed. In addition, the rear passenger's side power door lock would not function when entering and exiting the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 87,000.

Filed Nov 26, 2012 · Locks · 150,000 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the power door locks would activate independently and without her using the key. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer or an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000. The current mileage was unknown.

Filed Mar 22, 2012 · Locks · MA

Faulty door lock actuators in honda crv. Three of my door lock actuators have failed since purchasing the vehicle new. The driver side door failed within 5 yrs, then the passenger side door, and now one of the rear doors. The car is not driven often and has under 70,000 miles on it. A failure of 3 doors causes great concern of quality and safety.

Filed Nov 23, 2011 · Body, Locks · 47,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the hood separated from the vehicle and shattered the windshield. A local mechanic diagnosed that the hood latch needed to be repaired. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure and current mileages were 47,000. Updated 01/03/12*lj the consumer stated there was a design flaw in the hood pump rod, which made the hood not latch properly. Updated 01/09/12

Filed Sep 8, 2011 · Locks · 79,000 miles · IL

The door locking system does not work. From the driver or passenger side door-lock open or lock any doors in the car. The remote door keys do not work at all. The door locking mechanism seems to be completely broken. This is the 2nd honda cr-v which I have seen this from. This becomes a safety hazard if the door mechanism is not working correctly.

Filed Dec 1, 2010 · Acceleration, Engine · AZ

Letter from congresswoman giffords on behalf of constituent regarding problems with her honda 2004 crv (attachments not imaged) *tgw the consumer experienced problems with the air condition unit freezing, the engine blew spark plugs into the cylinder head, the propeller protection shaft was installed incorrectly, the vehicle would accelerate at times and the hood release latch failed while the consumer was driving.

Questions about the 2004 Honda CR-V locks

Does the 2004 Honda CR-V have locks problems?

Owners have filed 14 complaints about the locks of the 2004 Honda CR-V, 3% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2004 Honda CR-V locks problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 87,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Honda CR-V locks?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Honda CR-V have the most locks problems?

The Honda CR-V model years with the most locks complaints are 2007 (232 complaints), 2008 (200 complaints) and 2003 (17 complaints).

Other 2004 Honda CR-V problems

Engine 153Airbags 103Electrical 73Lights 39Visibility 20Acceleration 18Fuel system 18Seat belts 17Brakes 14Transmission 13Steering 11Suspension 11Tires 10Body 9Wheels 6Seats 5Driver assistance 1

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