Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda element. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v700000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
2004 Honda Element airbags complaints
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I am complaining because of the time I have been waiting for the recall replacement of the airbag for the passenger. I first called my dealer, space coast honda, on february 11, 2015. I have called them after 30 days and after 60 days. Then after 60 days I get the second recall letter for the driver airbag. I understand this is a huge recall, but honda knew about this long before we customers were notified and we should not be warned not to drive the car because it could kill us, when they are doing nothing about it....at least in my case. I am wondering if my dealer is playing favorites. We do not go for regular service, oil changes, etc. After all it is a 2004 car and a walmart oil change is good enough. The car has 100,000 miles on it and we are planning to keep it. My husband is 80 years old and cannot get in the back seat easily (which is what honda recommends). And then there is the driver air bag...driver cannot sit in the back seat! Thank you.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda element. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v351000 (air bags). The dealer mentioned that it would take a week to order the part. The dealer stated that the part was not available and did not provide a specific date for when the part would become available. The manufacturer was contacted and could not provide an estimated date for when the vehicle would receive the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.
2004 honda element. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle airbag problems. *smd the consumer stated the passenger and driver air bag modules were replaced. However, the corrections wouldn't be effective, unless the SRS module was replaced at a cost of $ 718.00.
2004 honda element. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle airbag recall. *smd the consumer stated the air bag light illuminated.
Called local honda dealer to schedule airbag replacement based on most recent recall. Dealer confirmed that they did not have the parts in stock and will follow up shortly. I waited several months - send another request for a status update on when the airbag would be replaced - still no response at all. I have the chat transcript from the initial call on october 21, 2014 provided by the dealer. Please let me know if you want a copy of this transcript.
Tl* the contact owned a 2004 honda element. While driving at approximately 50 MPH, the air bags deployed independently without warning causing the contact to loose control of the vehicle and it rolled over. The contact sustained an unknown injury that required medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was destroyed and was towed to an impound lot. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. One year later, the contact received a notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v700000 (air bags). The failure mileage was 145,000.
I cannot find out if the air bag in my vehicle was make by takata or if my vehicle is not included in the air bag recall simply because I do not live in a southern state. I plan to travel to the south and am worried about it. My honda dealer says he cannot legally deactivate the air bag. I want to know if my air bag was made by takata and if it is not on the recall list simply because I don't live in the south. Why can't I have it deactivated?
I had filed a complaint about this issue in 2010. The srv light has been on since 2010. I did have the driver seat latch replaced, the dealer cleared to code and the airbag light went off for two days and then returned. That is when I notified honda and you. I was told I would have to pay $450.00 to have the harness replaced. Needless to say I no longer do business with the dealer and I am not sure if I will even buy another honda just due to their lack of my interest. It appears there has been other complaints and other honda vehicles recalled for similar problems. I still own my honda element. I would like to know why nothing has been done about this yet. True, they are no longer manufacturing this model, but there is still a lot of them driving around. I did not do anything to cause this problem, I do not think I should have to pay to have harness replaced. Honda nor the dealer [xxx] willing to help correct it. I have not had any other problems with this vehicle and I do not plan on replacing it anytime soon. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
An occupant position detection system indicator light was on most time. First time it turned on was aug 2005, then I took my vehicle to a dealer, they turned it off. After that, it's again and again, and again, until the last time that was june 2009, they turn it off again, and a service adviser said may be a sensor or control unit defective. But they did not taken care of it. So, what should I do with this problem? Please, give me an advice. Thank you so much. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda element. The contact stated the air bag light was constantly illuminated. The vehicle was taken several times to the dealer who ran a diagnostic test but was unable to repair the failure. The manufacturer was notified who offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 144,000. Updated 08/01/12 *bf updated 08/02/2012
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda element. The contact stated that a vehicle crashed into the rear of the vehicle, causing the contact to crash into a preceding vehicle. The front driver side seat belt did not restrain the contact and caused the contact to be injured. A passenger was also reported injured. In addition, the air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was destroyed and was not inspected to for the seat belt and air bag failures. The failure and the current mileage was 108,000. Updated 03/05/12*lj the consumer also stated the seat went from an upright position to a reclining position. Updated 03/07/12
The front passenger side air bag deployed without a collision. Driver was making a slow u-turn exit from a parked location and accidentally drove one tire over a curb. The air bag deployed when the tire rolled off the curb. Dealer service personnel initially confirmed a no-impact deployment, then changed diagnosis after being contacted by honda america.
I was driving my 2004 honda element on a gravel road, which I do most days as I live on this road, and the side airbag on the driver's side deployed for no reason, causing me bodily harm with scratching and bruising to my left upper arm.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda element. The contact was involved in a crash in which the vehicle was destroyed and the air bags did not deploy. The contact was injured and was knocked unconscious during the crash. A police report was filed. The manufacturer and dealer were both contacted in regards to the failure. The failure and current mileages were 123,000. Updated 11/01/11.
I was driving my 2004 honda element to work on the morning of may 27, 2011 when the (drivers side) side curtain air bag deployed. There was no collision or known reason for it to deploy. It startled me badly, nearly causing me to go off the road. At first, I thought it might be a gun shot. I stopped the vehicle, got out and checked for damage, holes. I only noticed the bag hanging from the side of the seat when I went to enter the vehicle again. I had no idea what had happened until I saw that bag. My left upper arm felt as if I had been punched hard. Nether my insurance company(safety) nor american honda will cover the damage which was estimated at a bit over $1500. I brought the vehicle to my honda dealer. They could find no "codes" or other reason for the bag deploy. My insurance company representative stated it couldn't have happened as I reported and inferred I might be trying to defraud the company. All in all, this was a very bad experience.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda element. While driving 10 MPH, the air bags spontaneously deployed. The contact sustained injuries as a result but was not hospitalized. The local dealer was notified of the failure but did not provide any assistance to the contact. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 75,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Passengers seat, side airbag, deployed while traveling less than 10 MPH. I was turning into my driveway and getting ready to park. Vehicle was not involved in an accident, did not hit a pot hole, etc. Honda states that the vehicle is out of warranty and will not repair. Cost of repair estimated at over $2400.
While driving less than 10 MPH turning into my driveway, my passengers seat, side air bag deployed. There was no impact, pot hole, etc. To cause deployment. Honda of america says the warranty has expired and they will not pay to repair.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 honda element. While driving 65 MPH, the contact had to swerve to avoid hitting a deer and the left rear struts snapped causing the vehicle to roll over 250 feet. The frontal air bags did not deploy but the side air bags did. The contact suffered injuries. The vehicle was destroyed. A police report was filed. The contact called the manufacturer and filed a complaint. The failure mileage was 103,476.
2004 honda element. Consumer states the air bag warning light illuminated. *kb when the consumer arrived at the dealership to have a recall performed on the ignition, he was informed by the dealer that they would not accept responsibility for passive restraint systems unless it met the implied warranty prerequisites. The consumer stated he had to pay for a problem in the past, that incorrectly reported a problem that did not exist. The consumer is now wondering will he have to pay for the air bag light problem.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 honda element. The contact stated that the air bag light stayed illuminated. The contact called the dealer who advised him to have it diagnosed. The contact called the manufacturer who stated that there were no related recalls. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000 and the current mileage was approximately 65,000.
Drivers side airbag deployed spontaneously while vehicle was parked. The vehicle was never in an accident and incurred no impact whatsoever! Honda said SRS chip (for airbags) info indicated element was in collision...despite the contrary. Our insurance says it was not, and claimed it was defective honda parts. Honda technician even told us not to drive too fast over bumpy roads??!! It's a 4x4!! Honda refused any responsibility. Costs about $1200 to fix. Huge safety issue and I will keep pursuing honda for this...they need to address this problem.
2004 honda element: (I have 2 and both have the following exact problems)1. Airbags warning lights indicating problems 2. Drivers seat is loose and rocks 3. Passenger seat causes extreme discomfort to hip and back on long tips (this is occurs with all passengers, young and older) 3. Under carriage brushes failure 4. A/c air compressor failure 5. Straps in back seats pulled out and seat cannot be reclined 6. Engine decelerates without warning. Power cutback during passing makes this very dangerous. 7. Drivers seatbelt buckle is difficult to secure (only 1 car with this problem) 8. Loud clanking noise when cars are being turned.
Driving 30 MPH on 2-way road. Driver coming other way cut me off, I swerved, he hit my left front with his right front. My driver airbag didn't deploy although passenger did. I sustained whiplash and chest trauma as a result. Honda 2004 element.
My fiance was involved in a traffic accident the evening of 2/16/09. Her 2004 honda element was hit by a vehicle traveling in the opposite direction, impacting her vehicle at the front driver's side. The passenger front airbag deployed, but the driver's airbag did not.
Driver's side airbag deployed while driving under normal conditions, no impact, accident or visible sign of damage that would trigger airbag deployment.
Driver side airbag exploded suddenly for no reason while driving on a freeway. Airbag was ripped & deflated in the explosion.
Unprompted airbag deployment on my 2004 honda element. Slammed car door shut when it was parked and off. Heard loud pop sound. Didn't know what it was. When I restarted the car, the SRS light was on. Opened front/rear door and saw that the stitching on the driver's seat was all torn and the airbag was semi-exposed. When I took it to the dealer, they said it was my fault. I had done something to cause the SRS sensor to be defective. They told me to claim it via insurance. I have since investigated and found many many other people with the same issue-- and having been told the same excuse. Seems to me that honda is trying to cover something up. I will be contacting the press if no one responds to this submission asap.
On february 2, 2008, my husband and I were driving from milwaukee wi to madison wi which is about 80 miles. There was no snow on the road that morning, roads were clear. All of a sudden we heard what sounded like a gun shot go off. We had no idea what it was and moved out of traffic to the shoulder to pull over. We then noticed that the side airbag that is located in the drivers seat deployed. Nothing hit us, we hit nothing. Called schlossmans honda city that monday they said they have never heard of this happening. I made an appointment to bring the car . The first thing they said was that I must have hit something. Then made another appointment for them to look at it and run some tests on it. Again nothing. The sensor triggered the airbag but there is no damage anywhere on my car. This repair is going to cost over $1200 honda refuses to cover this. I have about 30,000 miles on my 2004 element, my warranty is expired. I contacted private auto insurance, I have a $500 deductible . I have contacted honda corporation in california and started a claim because I feel not only should they cover this repair but should check out the other sensors and airbags in my car. What if I get this one fixed and it happens again? We could have gotten into a serious accident or worse. I have researched this on the internet, seems there are several people that have had problems with honda's airbags. They either deploy when they aren't suppose to or don't deploy in serious accidents. I believe this is honda's responsibility to check all airbags in certain models. Currently my car is not fixed, I am still working with honda city pete loberg, mgr. Who is doing all he can to assist me. I truly believe this is something that requires your assistance to ensure the safety of people in their cars with these airbags.
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