One radiator fan stop but another one does not
After driving the car and engine off, one radiator cooling fan stop, but another one takes approx 5-7min.
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2004 Honda Pilot Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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In 2004, all Honda vehicles came with a seatbelt warning light. The 2004 Pilot EX model with leather seats also had seat warmers installed. All Pilots now have an improved navigation system as well as clearer access to the rear seats.
In addition to the quality and dependability we expect from Honda, the 2004 Pilot is a very comfortable ride that's easy to maneuver in any traffic and/or weather conditions. Part of the beauty of this vehicle is its unibody construction in combination with an independent 4-wheel suspension system. This allows it to feel more like you're driving a car, instead of a big van. Still, consumer ratings for this vehicle are about 9.0 / 10.0.
Even though most of the Pilots are well stocked with many added features, the more accessories you want, the more they will affect the price. Therefore there's a wide range in pricing for the 2004 Pilot from around $17,000 to $29,000.
As for safety, the Pilot scored 5 out of a possible 5 stars in both front and side crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In addition, the 2004 Pilot has front side airbags, though curtain side airbags in the back are still not available.
Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 2004 Honda Pilot
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by Justine D
Apr 01, 2023
Car came with no airbags on the right side of the vehicle the passenger seatbelt is messed up because of the airbags deploying in the previous owners accident, needs new tires every day I wake up to a flat tire, there is a hard pull to the right needs alignmemt, air conditioning is intermittent, needs new anti-lock breaks. Car was presented to me as no issues, as soon as I bought it the regulator broke on the passenger window.Apr 01, 2023
by Christian R
Feb 15, 2023
Looks like a great car good mileage on it. Feb 15, 2023
by Marisa S
Dec 21, 2021
The car had engine issues and the census were bad and they refused to fix them for anythingDec 21, 2021
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by Justine D
Apr 01, 2023
Car came with no airbags on the right side of the vehicle the passenger seatbelt is messed up because of the airbags deploying in the previous owners accident, needs new tires every day I wake up to a flat tire, there is a hard pull to the right needs alignmemt, air conditioning is intermittent, needs new anti-lock breaks. Car was presented to me as no issues, as soon as I bought it the regulator broke on the passenger window.Apr 01, 2023
by Christian R
Feb 15, 2023
Looks like a great car good mileage on it. Feb 15, 2023
by Marisa S
Dec 21, 2021
The car had engine issues and the census were bad and they refused to fix them for anythingDec 21, 2021
by Yolonda M
Sep 04, 2021
Great price. Great value and service. Good experience. Thank you!Sep 04, 2021
by Miss L
Jul 06, 2021
nice car but i feel like i was a little taken. said a/c but doesnt work in the back seat.I specifically said i need the air for my kidJul 06, 2021
by Tanesia B
May 29, 2021
I would like to see more of the car but I think its cute.May 29, 2021
by Maria D
Nov 24, 2020
Perfect car for me, more room than you expect. Love the 3 rowsNov 24, 2020
by mitchell c
Sep 04, 2020
Amazing suv bad ⛽ gas mileage. Hunt for the YetiSep 04, 2020
by Omid A
Nov 18, 2014
I have been using this car as extra emergency car and I have not had any issues with it. It runs great and it's very powerful, spacious and the seats are very comfortable, despite of most of SUV, Honda Pilot has a very impressive acceleration.Nov 18, 2014
by Anonymous
Sep 20, 2014
I like the following features of the 2004 Honda Pilot:
1) Good comfortable ride.
2) The vehicle is roomy and can seat up to 8 passengers.
3) Very safe and reliable.
4) It has a large cargo storage.
5) The vehicle handles well in bad weather.Sep 20, 2014
by Myron S
Aug 13, 2014
This is a very good all around vehicle. It can seat 7 adults semi comfortably for short trips. When using the 3rd row seats, storage is minimal. When traveling with 4-5 people, storage in the back is sufficient. Ours has held up very well and we have been happy with how it has performed.Aug 13, 2014
by Anonymous
Jan 21, 2013
Very reliable. Nothing but scheduled maintenance needed. Full maintenance records available on request. Lots of storage space and leg room. We also added running boards to make it easier to get kids in and out of vehicle and a bull bar for safety. Jan 21, 2013
by Chris M
Nov 19, 2012
me and my gramps got this lovely beast when my Thunderbird fell apart. i honestly wanted a Ridgeline but seeing as this was cheaper i decided to get this. after owning it for 6 months, it has grown on me. i use it every day for all sorts of reasons. groceries, emergency response, long distance travel, ect. overall, its a fantastic vehicle for whatever you need it for.Nov 19, 2012
by Tony J
Mar 22, 2012
A great car to take on a family trip. It is extremely comfortable with enough room for a large family. It also has a lot of cargo space for long trips. It rides really smooth and quiet, even large bumps seem dull.Mar 22, 2012
by Anonymous
Nov 23, 2011
There is plenty of space in the Honda Pilot for carrying cargo and passengers. There are split-folding rear seats and even a hidden extra row in the back; just do not expect to put anything but a small toddler in these seats. The car is safe. It has front/side airbags, ABS, stability/traction control and on-demand 4WD that you will probably never use on the typical family commute. Not a bad choice if you need to go big.Nov 23, 2011
by Elizabeth R
Dec 10, 2010
It has enough power to haul around a whole car load, it never needs repairs, and can beat a Northeast Ohio winter. At first it was hard going from Volkswagens to a Honda, but I love love love my Pilot!Dec 10, 2010
by Anonymous
Sep 28, 2010
This car is a great family car, however it can have issues. I have had to do repairs on my 2004 Pilot so often that it has not been worth owning the car. It has 73K miles and already the dealer is telling me it needs a new transmission. What a lemon!Sep 28, 2010
by Don D
Aug 09, 2010
What I love: Smooth driving, easy handling, car-like ride, Honda reliability, good looks, great A/C, love the heated seats, great options for rear seats, third row seats or cargo area, decent gas mileage, few blind spots for an SUV, great Sandstone dark gold color.Aug 09, 2010
by Fedir D
Sep 05, 2009
Great family car. Lots of room to put a bunch of people in. Haven't had any problems with it so far, and it has 70000 miles on it. Powerful V6 3.5L VTEC engine makes it a quick SUV. Doesnt look big on the outside, massive on the inside. Good quality leather. Fun to drag race against other SUVs in its class, cuz it usually wins. decent gas mileage, especially on the highway. Accelerates from 0-60 in 8.1 seconds. Braking is ideal. Makes a nice ignition sound.Sep 05, 2009
by Nick P
Jul 28, 2009
Same as all of the other Pilot except the EX-L RES in 2004 lacked a 6 CD changer. Traded after 11 months for a 2005 with more power a sunroof(sunroof did not come on DVD models in 04), better sound system.Jul 28, 2009
by Anonymous
May 22, 2009
This is the first car I've ever owned that needed new motor mounts after only 70,000 miles.
The fromt mount is liquid and appears to be a poor design - unusual for Honda!
This is my only complaint. Honda builds great cars.May 22, 2009
by Karen J
Mar 31, 2009
Absolutely a great car, but gas mileage is not what I hoped for, about 18/19 miles per gallon. The car is easy to drive, turns on a dime. Has 135,000 miles and very little maintenance. Is comfortable for the driver on long trips, but back seats don't recline. Would change that option if possible.Mar 31, 2009
by Sarah O
Aug 26, 2008
Overall a great vehicle with excellent MPG for its size, but it lately developed a problem with the PCM and nothing changed when we got the PCM replaced. Interior and exterior are great, easy to drive and handles like a much smaller/more agile car. Gas mileage is about 20 city/22 highway.Aug 26, 2008
by Anthony V
Jun 20, 2008
Lots of storage space
AC is strong and cold
DVD system is awesome
Radio is okJun 20, 2008
by Daniel B
May 27, 2008
So, I drive a 2004 Honda Pilot EX. This car is simply great. It has a 3.5L VTEC V6 engine that produces 242 horespower and 240 lb.-ft. torque. For an SUV, the Pilot is quick. It will do 0-60, and to qoute Car & Driver, "well under 8 seconds," in the low 7s. It handles extremely well, also, for an SUV. It has very accurate steering and has that smart all-wheel-drive system that has the car all-wheel drive during acceleration and cruising, then while breaking, it switches to front-wheel drive. It has four break disks, one for each wheel, so the breaking is very good. There is botton that puts the car in "super" 4x4 mode, when really stuck in mud or something, or scaling a really steap slope, but be carefull with it, Honda very strongly recommends not to go over 20 mph in that mode. A very smooth ride with LOTS of room inside. It has a fold-away third row seats, so it holds up to 8 people if needed. The dashboard and counsel are very nice, there is the SAT/NAV option (i didn't get it, though), it has dual front seat warmers, seperate climate controls for the front seats and back seats, DVD entertainment system in the back that is optional as well (i do have that), 6-disc changer option (don't have that), and a bunch of other bottons that do various things as well. It is a very comfy ride, great for long long trips,and for short trips as well, from nice, comfortable, leather seats (optional) to the great DVD entertainment system (optional), to the 3.5L VTEC V6 and the smart all-wheel-drive system, it is a FUN car. Also, it gets pretty good gas milage, roughly 26 mpg on the highway and roughly 22 in the city. I highly recommend the Pilot. May 27, 2008
by Anonymous
May 23, 2008
It's just perfect for a young mom. Great fit.....when you don't want a hug car to drive.May 23, 2008
by Joey T
Apr 22, 2008
Noting to say, great SUV from A to BApr 22, 2008
by Zach D
Feb 12, 2008
the perfect family carFeb 12, 2008
by Coleridge M
Jan 13, 2008
Bood built quality inside and out. Very smooth car-like rideJan 13, 2008
by Ben V
Jan 12, 2008
it's not as bad as I thoughtJan 12, 2008
by Nelson S
Jan 02, 2008
Best SUV I have owned. Can actually fit 8 people (2 front, 3 middle, and 3 in the back).Jan 02, 2008
by Koray K
Dec 23, 2007
This is a cross over utility vehicle with all the perks. My wife and kids survived from a bad crash. It is a full five star crash tested.Dec 23, 2007
by Denise K
Dec 22, 2007
Loved this SUV. Dec 22, 2007
by Chuck T
Dec 19, 2007
Handles nice, off and on road.Dec 19, 2007
by Matt V
Nov 27, 2007
a big Honda SUVNov 27, 2007
What users have asked
The car won't start, is this a starter issue?
I have an 04 Honda Pilot with a two month old battery. Went to start and the ignition won't turn. The dash lights come on and the electronics seem to be functioning normally. When you turn the key, there is no sound or movement. After removing the key, there is a quick, repetitive clicking sound underneath the steering wheel. Have not had a chance to jump it yet, but I fear its a larger problem than the battery. Does anyone know if this may be a starter problem? Or is there is something else I can try?
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Front passenger door stuck. 2004 Pilot.
2004 Honda Pilot. Front passenger door stuck shut. Seat and door panel out/off.
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2004 Honda Pilot throwing P0740 code.
My 2004 pilot has had the check engine light on for sometime. Finally took it in to a friend's shop and they read the code - P0740. They turned it off and had me drive it and it came back on within 20 miles. Took it back and they did a diagnostic and said it's an issue with the Torque converter in the transmission. They said I don't have to do anything right now, but what will likely happen in the future is the TC will stop disengaging and stall when I stop, and that the only real fix is to replace the trans. I heard this is a common problem in older pilots. Anyone else had this issue? Is replacing the trans the only fix and will the dealer want to pay for it even if it's no longer covered under warranty? Any feedback/advice is appreciated about this issue!
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Is it possible to hotwire an 04 Honda pilot?
I have an 04 Honda Pilot. About 5 months ago my mom tried starting it with the wrong key. Ever since it's been really tricky to start. I found a way, which was inserting the very tip of the key and cranking back towards me then very quickly putting the key in all the way and cranking it forward. That trick unfortunately stopped working today. Now my car is stuck in a small grocery parking lot. I really don't want to pay a tow fee so my mom suggested hot- wiring it. I'm not familiar with "newer" cars. And don't even think this would be possible with all the chips and electronics but, I'm not an expert. Anyone know? Also, what about making it a keyless ignition of anything? Is that possible?
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2004 Honda Pilot Pricing
Original MSRP
$27,590 to $31,330Price range
$4,540 to $4,712Average price on CG
$4,540YoY price change
$4,651 to $4,540Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Material: carpet
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: door pockets
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 4.4 · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Third Row Seat
Type: 40-60 split bench
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Material: carpet
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 4.4 · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rails: black
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Third Row Seat
Type: 40-60 split bench
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Material: carpet
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 4.4 · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Number of front headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rails: black
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Third Row Seat
Type: 40-60 split bench
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent