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We expect the 2025 Civic will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2022, 2023 and 2024 models.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2004 Honda Civic owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"Driver's-side door lock jammed."
Anonymous, WA (2004 Honda Civic 1.7-L 4 Cyl)"Battery electrical system"
Anonymous A., SC (2004 Honda Civic EX 1.7-L 4 Cyl)Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
"The fuel injector started leaking and needed to be replaced. This took approximately one week because the part needed to be ordered."
Anonymous, CA (2004 Honda Civic LX 1.7-L 4 Cyl)"Fuel pump head cracked causing fumes to escape tank filling car interior , required replacement of pump to resolve"
Anonymous A., TX (2004 Honda Civic EX 1.7-L 4 Cyl)"Going out to my car one morning for work and found a very strong smell of gasoline around the trunk area. My mechanic found that the fuel lock ring had cracked and it needed to be replaced along with the gas cap."
Anonymous, CA (2004 Honda Civic LX 1.7-L 4 Cyl)Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
"The keyless entry fob stopped working and had to be replaced."
Anonymous, CA (2004 Honda Civic LX 1.7-L 4 Cyl)"failed ignition switch, intermittent problem that overtime became complete failure"
Anonymous A., TX (2004 Honda Civic EX 1.7-L 4 Cyl)Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
"The driver's door handle just broke off one morning. The connection to the mechanism on the one side broke. I had to gingerly get the handle up so I could grip the mechanism to open the door. I would up an an auto body shop & $200 later I had a replaced door handle."
Anonymous, CA (2004 Honda Civic LX 1.7-L 4 Cyl)Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
"The timing belt was worn and stretched and was replaced before it failed completely."
Anonymous, PA (2004 Honda Civic LX 1.7-L 4 Cyl)Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
"Trim pieces throughout the interior falling off: door fabric, dash molding, vent loovers."
Anonymous, WA (2004 Honda Civic LX 1.7-L 4 Cyl)Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
"Car has run well for many years. I was not surprised that the power steering went out somewhere around 165,000 miles."
Anonymous, MN (2004 Honda Civic EX Unsure)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
"Highway driving causes overheating and loss of coolant."
Anonymous, WA (2004 Honda Civic LX 1.7-L 4 Cyl)Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
"The hose/pipe leaving the master cylinder was corroded and brake fluid leaked out. They replaced hose and refilled with new brake fluid."
Anonymous, NY (2004 Honda Civic EX 1.7-L 4 Cyl)Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
"This was related to the previously mentioned fuel injector failure."
Anonymous, CA (2004 Honda Civic LX 1.7-L 4 Cyl)Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
"Randomly when driving the car Ill loose power to the engine when trying to gain speed. Ive gotten on the highway and got to 30mph and wouldnt go any faster. After flooring it and letting go of the throttle and pressing it again eventually it picked up speed. So it hasnt failed yet but is failing."
Anonymous A., PA (2004 Honda Civic EX 1.7-L 4 Cyl)Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
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"Needed new alternator"
Anonymous, IN (2004 Honda Civic LX 1.7-L 4 Cyl)