2004 Honda S2000
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2004: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 40 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 3 |
| 2008 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
4 of 5 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and automatic transmission.
Show complaint excerpts
The differential went out. I know this may sound like a maintenance problem, but this is very common in the Honda S2000 community. The metal (Gears) in the housing begin to break apart.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-03
I have an 04 Honda S2000. The transmission will sometimes pop out of 1ST or 2ND gear when you let out the clutch. Almost like it was not in gear to begin with. This is a known issue on the 04 S2000.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-11-17
Transmission is rough and sometimes "Pops" Out of 1ST gear. During higher acceleration shifting gears occasionally become hard to do. As if they are not lined up correctly.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-11-17
Also filed under Visibility
Visibility
1 of 5 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.
Structure
1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2004 Honda S2000 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2004 Honda S2000 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 S2000?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 80% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 Honda S2000 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.