Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda pilot. The contact stated that the low beam headlights did not work without warning. The vehicle was taken to schomp honda (303‑798‑1500, located at 1003 plum valley ln, highlands ranch, co 80129) where it was stated that there was no recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 204,000.
2004 Honda Pilot: headlights failing or too dim
10 of the 544 complaints about the 2004 Honda Pilot describe headlights failing or too dim.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- typical mileage
- 130,000
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Headlights failing or too dim by model year
What owners say
The headlight plastic cover has become very cloudy and prevents the headlights from properly illuminating the road at night. This causes improperly lighting when driving at night. This is a problem on all cars with this type of cover over the headlights. The problem is acknowledged by all manufactures as they offer cleaning of the lenses for a cost. This problem should be corrected by the manufacturer at no cost to the owner as this is a safety problem.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda pilot. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the low beam headlights on the driver side failed to illuminate intermittently. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacture was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 240,000.
The headlamps began taking in moisture and then shorting out every time it rains. When you search on the internet, it is an overwhelming problem in primarily 2004-2006 honda pilots. I took it in for the wiring recall but the dealer said there was nothing he could do. They just shorted out again while I was driving at night. Very dangerous. This has happened at least 6 times. Although the wiring was recalled, only the headlights collect moisture and rust. I have tried to contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1099 and they have continually said they would get back to me but never have. Er.you in advance for your help in this mat.
On july 25 ,2013 around 8:00am am starting my 2004 honda pilot , to move my car to avoid parking tickets at 8:30am. After 5 minutes of warming the engine I decided to drive around to find a parking space to avoid a ticked.around 8:14am I found a parking space and the car is parked.later around 3:00pm I decided to go to my girlfriend house ,I see the my car parked and a free parking space in front of my apartment. To avoid tickets the next day I moved the car. Around 3:02 the car is parked in front of my apartment. Around 9:50 pm am walking home and I see the hood of my car open.the engine was all burned including headlights there was no wire everything melt.neighbors where sitting outside as usual ,they told me that it started around 3:30 and that small amount of smoke was coming out of the left side of the engine .fire department took like 15m !!!!to arrived.car had 105,000 miles. I wasn't using the car that often ,the night before the fire I drove the car for 15 miles back and forward. My ensures don't cover fire. No more honda thanks!!!
Vehicle veered of the road and struck a tree, dead on the front left headlight and destroyed the bumper and front left fender, pushed the hood into the windshield, which cracked. The air bag did not deploy. Bruising from seat belt.
Low beam headlights failed due to some wiring issue. I note that a recall was recently announced on the 2003 honda pilot and 2002-2004 honda crv. My 2004 honda pilot had the exact same issue as described in the recall notice, but is not included in the recall. Please review this issue and see if the recall should be expanded to cover the 2004 honda pilot as well as this is an obvious safety issue.
Head lights burn out every 2-3mo.s darrel waltrip tells me there is nothing they can do and that they know of no recalls on the very expensive halogen lights. I have spent approx. 200.00 dollars on headlight replacement. I think this would warrant a free check and repair of the problem.
The 2003 pilot headlights are very weak and do not sufficiently illuminate the road ahead. This creates a very serious driving hazard on the freeway especially at speeds as high as 70 MPH. The pilot's headlights fail to illuminate the curves in the freeway, and consequently, pilots can veer off the highway and get into crashes. Apparently, the honda company is aware of this problem but has chosen not to take any action. We appeal to the federal safety agency to urge honda to recall and replace the defective headlights.
Low beam headlights do not sufficiently illuminate road.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Exterior lighting: headlights: switch
- What is wrong
- Honda is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2004 cr-v; model year 2003 through 2005 pilot; and model year 2002 and 2003 civic vehicles. In march 2012, honda filed a defect report to recall certain model year 2002 through 2004 cr-v and certain model year 2003 pilot vehicles. In august 2012, honda informed the agency that it was including an additional 820,789 vehicles including certain model year 2004 and 2005 pilots and model year 2002 and 2003 civics. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,375,217. Due to tension from the combination switch wiring harness, wear on the surface of the electrical terminal can occur, yielding copper oxide, which increases electrical resistance. Increased electrical resistance may cause the terminal ends to melt within the wiring harness connector.
- Risk
- If the terminal ends melt within the wiring harness connector, the low beam headlights may become inoperative, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will repair the low beam terminal harness or replace the lighting switch as necessary, free of charge. The original recall began in april 2012. Owners of vehicles involved in the september 2012 expansion will be notified in september 2012. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1‑800‑999‑1009.
Recall number 12V136000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2004 Honda Pilot headlights
Is headlights failing or too dim a common problem on the 2004 Honda Pilot?
10 of 544 owner complaints about the 2004 Honda Pilot (2%) mention headlights failing or too dim. The model year with the most reports is 2019.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2004 Honda Pilot?
There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2004 Honda Pilot
Shudder 41Airbag light 27Transmission failure 24Check engine light 14Fire or smoke 13Slipping 12Grinding brakes 10Door locks 9Jerking 9Harsh shifting 8Stalling 8Water leak 7No deployment 5Seat belt 5Sudden acceleration 5Won't start 5
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