MYRModel Year Report

2004 Honda Insight

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2004 Honda Insight
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:48:21.515Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Honda Insight Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 highlighted. 2000: 24 complaints 2000 2001: 15 complaints 2002: 12 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2010: 119 complaints 2011: 40 complaints 2011 2012: 59 complaints 2013: 45 complaints 2013 2014: 5 complaints 2019: 96 complaints 2019 2020: 30 complaints 2021: 24 complaints 2021 2022: 29 complaints 2022
2004: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
200024
200115
200212
20033
20042
20052
20062
2010119
201140
201259
201345
20145
201996
202030
202124
202229

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension.

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CONTROL ARM CRACKED AND SPLIT WHILE PULLING OUT OF A GAS STATION. THIS VEHICLE DOES NOT HAVE AN UPPER AND LOWER CONTROL ARM, ONLY LOWER (MADE OF ALUMINUM FOR WEIGHT REDUCTION).

NHTSA ODI report, 20120702

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.

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WHILE I WAA DRIVING TO WORK SMOKE CAME OUT OF MY STEERING COLUMN AND MY LOW BEAMS STOPPED WORKING. I BELIEVE THE LIGHT SWITCH IS FAULTY AS WAS THE CASE WITH THE RECALL ON 2000-2001 HONDA INSIGHTS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180328

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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WHILE I WAA DRIVING TO WORK SMOKE CAME OUT OF MY STEERING COLUMN AND MY LOW BEAMS STOPPED WORKING. I BELIEVE THE LIGHT SWITCH IS FAULTY AS WAS THE CASE WITH THE RECALL ON 2000-2001 HONDA INSIGHTS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180328

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Honda Insight — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2020 ▲ 2011 ● 2013

WORST YEARS

■ 2010 ■ 2019 ◆ 2012

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FAQ

Is the 2004 Honda Insight reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Honda Insight?

The most-reported component is suspension:front:control arm, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Honda Insight have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.