2002 Honda Accord vs 2004 Honda Accord
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Honda Accord | 2004 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,050 | 1,016 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 13 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 197 | 298 |
| Investigations | 7 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 129 | 89 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 21–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 89,660 mi | 92,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Accord | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 478 | 347 |
| Air Bags | 273 | 250 |
| Electrical System | 69 | 145 |
| Structure | 75 | 36 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 46 | 58 |
| Steering | 24 | 66 |
| Seat Belts | 39 | 38 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 25 | 44 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Shifting problems | 89 | 28 |
| Hesitation / surging | 73 | 21 |
| Check engine light | 64 | 11 |
| Rust / corrosion | 54 | 0 |
| Stalling | 50 | 54 |
| Airbag warning light | 33 | 62 |
| Clunking / rattling | 16 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 27 |
2002 Honda Accord
2004 Honda Accord
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.