Understanding your warranty is an important part of owning a 2004 Honda Civic. Vehicle maintenance and repairs can be expensive, and knowing which ones a warranty includes can help you save money. On the same token, navigating factory, bumper-to-bumper, and accessory warranties can be overwhelming.
We’re here to help you review and understand everything you need to know about the 2004 Honda Civic warranty. We’ll cover factory and extended warranties as well as recalls, warranty extensions, tires, batteries, and emissions.
This article will also list the length of each warranty and who’s eligible. With this information, you can find out what systems and parts your warranty covers. Also check out the FAQ at the bottom of the article if you have questions related to the 2004 Honda Civic warranty.
2004 Honda Civic Factory Warranty Coverage:
| Basic warranty | 3 year or 36,000 miles |
| Corrosion perforation warranty | 5 years and no mileage limit |
| Powertrain warranty | 3 years or 36,000 miles |
| Battery warranty | 2 years (replacement) or 5 years (prorated) |
| Recalls | 15 |
2004 Honda Civic Factory Warranty
The factory 2004 Honda Civic warranty is broken down into several different coverages.
- Basic
- Powertrain
- Battery
- Tire
- Emissions
Basic Warranty
The 2004 Honda Civic basic warranty covers the repair or replacement of certain parts for 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first.
The 2004 Honda Civic basic warranty didn’t cover fluid refills, air conditioning refrigerant, broken or chipped glass, general appearance defects, expendable maintenance items, or wheel balancing or alignment services.
You can learn more about the 2004 Honda Civic factory warranty on Page 13 of the owner’s manual.
Powertrain Warranty
The 2004 Honda Civic powertrain warranty covers the engine, transmission, drivetrain, transaxle, and restraint system for 3 years or 36,000 miles.
Battery Warranty
The original battery in the 2004 Honda Civic is covered for up to 2 years under the original equipment battery limited warranty. After this period, a battery warranty was issued on a prorated basis for an additional 3 years.
The Honda replacement battery limited warranty covers replacement batteries for five years. This warranty covers the replacement of a defective battery for up to two years and then issues a credit for defective batteries. You can learn more about the 2004 Honda Civic battery warranties on pages 29 and 36 of the owner’s manual.
Tire Warranty
The tire manufacturer covers all original equipment tires on the 2004 Honda Civic under a tire warranty. This warranty covers defective tires, including the compact spare tire.
You can visit your local Honda dealership to find out if your 2004 Honda Civic tires are original. The original equipment tire manufacturers for the 2004 Honda Civic include Yokohama Tire Corp., Michelin Tire Corp., Goodyear Tire Co., Dunlop Tire Co., Bridgestone (USA) Inc., and Bridgestone/Firestone Inc.
You can learn more about the 2004 Honda Civic tire warranty on page 30 of the owner’s manual.
Emissions Warranty
The 2004 Honda Civic federal emissions warranty covers defects and performance issues due to emissions control systems for at least 3 years or 36,000 miles. The California emissions warranty covers emissions components for 3 years and 50,000 miles.
Who’s covered under the California emissions warranty?
The California emissions warranty also includes customers in Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont.
Who’s eligible for the emissions warranty?
Any original 2004 Honda Civic owner who purchases their vehicle from an authorized Honda dealership is eligible for coverage under the emissions warranty. The emissions warranty begins on the date of delivery for the vehicle’s first owner. Honda also requires owners to keep up with the maintenance of emissions control systems to qualify for the warranty.
What parts does the emissions warranty include?
The federal and California emissions warranty programs cover emission control systems, including the crankcase control system, evaporative and refueling emissions control, exhaust gas recirculation, exhaust, ignition, fuel injection, OBD, transmission control, intake air, secondary air injection, VTEC, VTC, and integrated motor assist system.
You can learn more about the federal and California emissions system warranty on page 27 of the owner’s manual.
2004 Honda Civic Extended Warranty
All factory warranty coverages on the 2004 Honda Civic have expired, but you can still purchase an extended warranty from a third-party company.
Buying an extended warranty for your 2004 Honda Civic can help you cover the cost of repairs and parts no longer covered by the original warranty. An extended warranty can also provide access to roadside assistance and rental car reimbursement.
2004 Honda Civic Recalls
Recalls are different from warranties, and they must be performed by a dealership even if the vehicle is out of warranty.
Last updated: 11/03/2022. See NHTSA.gov for up-to-date information on recalls.
June 27, 2019 – Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
June 27, 2019 – Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
March 6, 2019 – Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
April 26, 2018 – Improperly Installed Passenger Air Bag
June 15, 2015 – Passenger Side Front Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
May 28, 2015 – Driver’s Frontal Air Bag May Rupture
November 4, 2014 – Passenger Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
June 20, 2014 – Passenger Side Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
May 11, 2009 – FMVSS 108/REPLACEMENT HEADLAMPS/AMBER REFLECTOR
December 11, 2007 – CURVED TEMPERED AUTOMATIVE REPLACEMENT GLASS
November 1, 2007 – CNG FUEL TANK THERMAL INSULATOR
July 17, 2006 – FMVSS 108/ AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS
April 18, 2006 – FMVSS 108/AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFELCTORS
March 13, 2006 – FMVSS 108/AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFELCTOR
November 18, 2004 – HONDA/SEAT BELT ANCHORS
June 27, 2019 – Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
June 27, 2019 – Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
March 6, 2019 – Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
April 26, 2018 – Improperly Installed Passenger Air Bag
June 15, 2015 – Passenger Side Front Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
May 28, 2015 – Driver’s Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
November 4, 2014 – Passenger Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
June 20, 2014 – Passenger Side Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
May 11, 2009 – FMVSS 108/ REPLACEMENT HEADLAMPS/AMBER REFLECTOR
December 11, 2007 – CURVED TEMPERED AUTOMOTIVE REPLACEMENT GLASS
November 1, 2007 – CNG FUEL TANK THERMAL INSULATOR
July 17, 2006 – FMVSS 108/AMBER SIDE REFELECTORS
April 18, 2006 – FMVSS 108/AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFELECTORS
March 13, 2006 – FMVSS 108/HEADLAMP/AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFELECTORS
November 18, 2004 – HONDA/SEAT BELT ANCHORS
June 27, 2019 – Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
June 27, 2019 – Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
March 6, 2019 – Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
April 26, 2018 – Improperly Installed Passenger Air Bag
June 15, 2015 – Passenger Side Front Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
May 28, 2015 – Driver’s Frontal Air Bag May Rupture
November 4, 2014 – Passenger Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
June 20, 2o14 – Passenger Side Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
May 11, 2009 – FMVSS 108/REPLACEMENT HEADLAMPS/AMBER REFLECTOR
December 11, 2007 – CURVED TEMPERED AUTOMOTIVE REPLACEMENT GLASS
November 1, 2007 – CNG FUEL TANK THERMAL INSULATOR
July 17, 2006 – FMVSS 108/AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS
April 18, 2006 – FMVSS 108/AMBER SIDE RELFEX REFLECTORS
March 13, 2006 – FMVSS 108/ HEADLAMP/AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR
November 18, 2004 – HONDA/SEAT BELT ANCHORS
June 27, 2019 – Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
June 27, 2019 – Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
March 6, 2019 – Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
April 26, 2018 – Improperly Installed Passenger Air Bag
June 15, 2015 – Passenger Side Front Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
May 28, 2015 – Driver’s Frontal Air Bag May Rupture
November 4, 2014 – Passenger Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
June 20, 2014 – Passenger Side Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
May 11, 2009 – FMVSS 108/REPLACEMENT HEADLAMPS/AMBER REFLECTOR
December 11, 2007 – CURVED TEMPERED AUTOMOTIVE REPLACEMENT GLASS
November 1, 2007 – CNG FUEL TANK THERMAL INSULATOR
July 17, 2006 – FMVSS 108/AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS
April 18, 2006 – FMVSS 108/AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS
March 13, 2006 – FMVSS 108/HEADLAMP/AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR
November 18, 2004 – HONDA/SEAT BELT ANCHORS
June 27, 2019 – Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
June 27, 2019 – Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
March 6, 2019 – Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
April 26, 2018 – Improperly Installed Passenger Air Bag
June 15, 2015 – Passenger Side Front Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
May 28, 2015 – Driver’s Frontal Air Bag Bag May Rupture
November 4, 2014 – Passenger Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
June 20, 2014 – Passenger Side Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
May 11, 2009 – FMVSS 108/REPLACEMENT HEADLAMPS/AMBER REFLECTOR
December 11, 2007 -CURVED TEMPERED AUTOMOTIVE REPLACEMENT GLASS
November 1, 2007 – CNG FUEL TANK THERMAL INSULATOR
July 17, 2006 – FMVSS 108/ AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS
April 18, 2006 – FMVSS 108/ AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS
March 13, 2006 – FMVSS 108/HEADLAMP. AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS
November 18, 2004 – HONDA/SEAT BELT ANCHORS
June 27, 2019 – Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
June 27, 2019 – Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
March 6, 2019 – Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
June 15, 2015 – Passenger Side Front Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
May 28, 2015 – Driver’s Frontal Air Bag May Rupture
November 4, 2014 – Passenger Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
June 27, 2019 – Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
June 27, 2019 – Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
March 6, 2019 – Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
June 15, 2015 – Passenger Side Front Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
May 28, 2015 – Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
2004 Honda Civic Warranty Brochure/Booklet
Learn more about the 2004 Honda Civic warranty’s inclusions and exclusions. Download a copy of the warranty brochure to your desktop so you can refer to it for additional information.
2004 Honda Civic Warranty Brochure
FAQs
Here are a few answers to frequently asked questions about the 2004 Honda Civic warranty:
Does the 2004 Honda Civic warranty cover rust?
The 2004 Honda Civic rust perforation limited warranty covers the owner up to five years with no mileage limit. This includes repairing or replacing original body panels that perforate due to rust. It doesn’t cover surface rust, aftermarket panels, rust due to a lack of maintenance, rust from road hazards, rust from immersion in water, or paint matching services.
Does the 2004 Honda Civic warranty cover accessories or parts?
A Honda warranty covers any accessory installed before the sale for up to three years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also covers after-sale accessories for the remainder of the new vehicle’s limited warranty or one year or 12,000 miles. It doesn’t cover accessories not installed by the dealership.
Is the muffler included in the 2004 Honda Civic warranty?
Honda will replace the muffler of the 2004 Honda Civic if it’s subject to defects or poor workmanship for the life of the vehicle with the original owner.
How can I check if the 2004 Honda Civic is still under warranty?
Checking your Honda warranty booklet or owner’s manual is the best way to find out if your 2004 Honda Civic is still covered under warranty. You can also contact Honda customer service directly at 1-800-999-1009.
If your 2004 Honda Civic needs repairs that are no longer covered under warranty, you might find other ways to save. Check out the FIXD app to track repairs and access DIY repair guides. The FIXD Sensor and app can read all standardized OBD2 codes on most gas-powered vehicles built since 1996. However, enhanced codes such as ABS, air bag, transmission, traction control, and TPMS are NOT supported.
Source List
“2004 Honda Civic Recalls.” KBB, www.kbb.com/honda/civic/2004/recall.
“2004 Honda Warranty Information.” Honda Newsroom, 9 Sept. 2011, hondanews.com/en-US/releases/release-9dd39edbcbff2b5024dac2004c34c4a1-2004-honda-warranty-information.
“Honda Extended Warranty Review: What Is Covered? (2022).” MarketWatch, www.marketwatch.com/picks/guides/finance/honda-extended-warranty. Accessed 5 Oct. 2022.
“Honda Owners Site | Page Not Available.” Honda Owners, owners.honda.com/Error/404?aspxerrorpath=/Documentum/Warranty/Handbooks/AWL45311.pdf. Accessed 5 Oct. 2022.
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