| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2004 Honda Element repairs by problem area
Engine (33%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (20%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)
Other (6%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 70 repairs.
2004 Honda Element electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (6%)
$500 - $999 (19%)
$100 - $499 (31%)
< $100 (44%)
Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2004 Honda Element 4dr SUV
160-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD
| 144000 mi US $1350 |
Faulty starter motor and solenoid replaced |
| 146000 mi | Faulty seat belt buckle replaced (caused SRS light) |
| 164920 mi | REPAIRED DRL CONTROL MODULE |
| 199020 mi C $200 |
front wiper motor failure foglight harness lack of power to left foglight |
2004 Honda Element 4dr SUV
160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 95000 mi US $30 |
Bad Alternator |
| 106000 mi US $500 |
Condenser leak, replaced. Recharge a/c. Replace condenser fan |
| 71000 mi US $1100 |
Air was blowing but not cool. I was told it was the compressor, but I don't trust the mechanic. The compressor should not have gone out this soon with the number of miles I have on my car. |
| 156000 mi US $597 |
Replaced fan motor |
| 198000 mi US $370 |
Replaced starter. |
2004 Honda Element 4dr SUV
160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 129000 mi US $300 |
Changed blower. |
| 107000 mi | driver's seat belt buckle replaced (failed electrical) |
| 123000 mi US $50 |
AC was cutting out - turns out the relay went bad, so it was replaced. |
| 154700 mi US $300 |
Starter required replacement. Replaced with Honda starter to avoid issues with an aftermarket part. Easy DIY repair, but did require removal of intake manifold. |
| 73000 mi | seat belt/air bag warning light came on after routine oil change. "Repaired" at dealer no cost, light came on after 1 day. Did not return for repair, light still on. |
| 80100 mi | Airbag or safety belt warning light - not repaired |
| 87200 mi US $850 |
Bad airbag sensor - seat belt latch engaged showing disconnected. |
| 88000 mi | Bad airbag sensor - seat belt latch engaged showing disconnected. |
2004 Honda Element 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 110000 mi US $300 |
Motor had to be replaced in window on drivers side. This is second time to have this replaced on drivers side. |
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