Table 1 shows four common structure related problems of the 2004 Honda Element. The number one most common problem is related to the body (seven problems). The second most common problem is related to the structure (five problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Body problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Door problems | |
| Bumper problems |
My control arm mount and frame of my Element is rusted out, it is an ongoing problem with the Honda Element as I am seeing a lot of people online with similar issues. If this fails, it could put people at risk, I also see other Elements on the road with a camber'd out back tire on the driver side. Read details...
The contact owns a 2004 Honda Element. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced intermittent vibrations. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the rear control arm mounting joint. Read details...
Rattles coming from the right side of the windshield/dashboard when hitting small pot holes. Creaking noises coming the right rear side of the vehicle at any speed. Slight rattles coming from the left passenger door behind the driver seat. Seatbelts do not retract completely. Read details...