2002 Honda CR-V Exterior Lighting Problems
- 46
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 46 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- Headlights · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 16 |
| 150–400k mi | 13 |
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Both low beam headlights just quit working - i checked the bulbs and they were in working order. There was a burning rubber type smell leading up to the headlights not working. The high beam lights do work. *tr
ODI 10427179
Exterior Lighting
Low beam headlights not functioning. Highbeam work. Fuses and relays in working order. *tr
ODI 10427004
Exterior Lighting
Low beams went out simultaneously. High beams still worked. Changed out headlights and switches; low beams still did not work. Took vehicle into honda zimmerman dealership, expressed concern that it seemed odd that both low beams would go out at the same time. I mentioned to dealership that the nhtsa had received similar complaints for the same year, make, and model. Dealership said that they were not aware of…
ODI 10425021
Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the low beams failed, forcing the contact to drive with the high beams. The head lights were replaced by a private mechanic. The manufacturer was contacted, but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 182,000 and the current mileage was 182,100.
ODI 10423849
Exterior Lighting
Low beams on 2002 honda went out, high beams work. Checked bulbs etc, crv forums state multiple people have this issue relating to connecter melting under steering column. *tr
ODI 10421515
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
On 8/1/2011, while driving our 2002 honda crv, i noticed a strange smell. When darkness fell, i realized that the low beams on my vehicle were not working, through the high beams and every other light on the vehicle worked. This has happened twice before - once in november of 2009, and once in march of 2010. When it happened previously, i first checked the bulbs and fuses. They were all fine. I then researched the…
ODI 10417026
Exterior Lighting
Honda 2002 crv- low beams went out simultaneously on two separate occasions. Replaced both bulbs the first time. One month later, now, both low beams went out simultaneously again. Honda dealer has never heard of the problem with wiring harness and requires $100 to simply diagnose the problem. Updated 08/11/11 *bf *tt updated 3/08/2012 *ln
ODI 10413120
Exterior Lighting
The headlights on my 2002 honda crv failed simultaneously while driving. Replacement of bulbs and fuses did not correct the problem. *tr
ODI 10407704
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
My wife and i own an 02 honda cr-v that has headlight failure problems. I have researched online and found that there is an issue noted at different forums concerning the steering column electrical connection at the dimmer/turn signal switch. Our headlights failed during normal use in june of 2011. I took my steering column cover off and looked at the electrical connection to the dimmer/turn signal switch and found…
ODI 10421245
Exterior Lighting
Honda crv 2002: headlights - low beam - both went out at once, forcing use of high beam for night driving until it could be fixed. Repair shop diagnosed as the "lighting switch & repair harness" required replacement. Repair shop mentioned something like "seen this before" - i googled & found it has happened enough that others have reported here. I took what i had found online to repair shop, they said it was exactly…
ODI 10405805
Exterior Lighting
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda cr-v. The contact stated while driving at night the low beams would shut off. The driver inspected the vehicle and noticed that both bulbs were fine because the high beams were good and so were the relays. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer nor was it repaired. The failure and current mileage was approximately 176,000. Updated 07/18/11 *bf updated 3/1/12 *cn
ODI 10402804
Exterior Lighting · Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda crv. The contact stated that the headlights failed and would only illuminate on the high beam. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the failure at the headlight switch. The vehicle was repaired and the dealer replaced the headlight switch. The failure mileage was 120,000 and the current mileage is 122,000. Updated 09/07/11 *bf
ODI 10410086
Exterior Lighting
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda cr-v. The contact stated the low beams headlights failed. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic who stated there was an electrical problem with the lights. The lights will be replaced but not under warranty. The manufacturer was stated there were no recalls or warranties. They also offered no assistance with the repairs. The failure mileage was 120,000. Updated 6/8/11 *cn the consumer…
ODI 10401121
Exterior Lighting · Headlights
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda cr-v. The contact stated that when driving with the headlights in activation, the headlights seemed abnormally dim and the contact was unable to see the roadway. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where they advised him that the entire headlight assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure…
ODI 10453449
Exterior Lighting · Headlights
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda crv. The contact was driving approximately 65-70 mph with the low beam headlights in operation when the lights failed without warning. The contact had to utilize the high beams to illuminate the roadway and be able to see properly. The contact stated there was a recall related to the defect under nhtsa campaign id number: 04v086000 (exterior lighting: headlights) but did not confirm…
ODI 10380117
Exterior Lighting
Low beam headlights suddenly and simultaneously burn out. *tr
ODI 10399110
Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda cr-v. The contact was driving at 25 mph when the headlights failed. The contact had to replace three headlights in a three month period. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or a local mechanic. The contact was unaware of what was causing the headlights to continuously fail. The failure mileage was 138,000.
ODI 10428296
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Multiple problems with low beam headlights going out - high beams continued to work in all instances. First incident 11/19/2007 replaced part of wiring harness due to the wiring harness had melted. 9/20/2010 low beams went out again - replaced the headlight switch. 3/7/11 low beams out again - replaced the headlamp switch. 6/2/11 low beams out again - replaced the multiplex control module. 12/2/11 low beams out…
ODI 10442724
Exterior Lighting · Seat Belts · Seats
Ever since i have had my car the headlights burn out within 3-4 months. Change one, the other goes out. Averaging 2000.00 over the lifetime of owning my car. The front drivers seat's bolt broke...the service manager said it was bc of weight...i weigh 135# i had to pay to have my seat fixed. Not my fault!! My seat belt will not buckle until the 4-5 try..it keeps on bouncing out of the clicker.
ODI 11060702
Exterior Lighting
Headlight bulbs (low beam) burn out frequently. Bulb life varies from 10 minutes to 14 months. I use about 5 bulbs a year on average. Burn-outs occur on both driver-side and passenger-side. Occasionally, both will burn out at the same time. Honda dealer has been unable to find the problem. *tr
ODI 10436453
Exterior Lighting
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the low beam headlights stopped functioning. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was told that the headlight switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The failure had since recurred three times. During the failure, the contact smelled a burning odor. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was…
ODI 10384717
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