2004 Honda CR-V Exterior Lighting Problems
- 32
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
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What owners report
- Headlights · 3 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 12 |
| 100–150k mi | 10 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact noticed while driving at night, the low bean headlights failed to illuminate. The contact stated that he replaced the bulb and checked the fuse but the failure recurred. The contact called tameron honda dealer, (1675 montgomery hwy, birmingham, al 35216, (205) 396--3108) and schedule an appointment. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for a diagnostic testing…
ODI 11300657
Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the low beam headlamps failed to operated without warning. Stokes honda ([redacted], north charleston, sc 29406) was contacted and an appointment was scheduled; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was contacted and the contact referenced nhtsa campaign number: 12v136000(exterior lighting), but the vin was excluded. The failure…
ODI 11051312
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Nhtsa recall number: 12v-136 / service bulletin 12-023 - - the low beam headlights may become inoperative, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. The problem happens when parked or driving, city or highway travel.
ODI 11023534
Exterior Lighting
While driving home tonight, after dark, both low beam headlights went out at the same time. Luckily i was able to switch them to high beam, which worked. Upon arriving home, spoke with my husband who checked and confirmed that both lights would not work, but no evidence they had burnt out. A check on the interned indicated that nhtsa recall # 12v-136 was issued. We have owned this car since new and do not recall…
ODI 10691208
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
I have gone through 3 separate right low beam headlights in the past three years, got the recall notice for a short in the headlight system, had it fixed, and yet the right headlight keeps going out, even though the bulb is not burned out. Dealer has no idea what is wrong, and believes it to be a fuse issue. This car is absolutely falling apart. *tr
ODI 10691338
Air Bags · Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 14v700000 (air bags), 14v351000 (air bags), and 12v136000 (exterior lighting); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced…
ODI 10714494
Exterior Lighting
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 12v136000 (exterior lighting) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
ODI 10679923
Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that all of the exterior lighting on the vehicle failed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.
ODI 10676666
Air Bags · Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the srs warning light illuminated. In addition, the low beam headlights would fail frequently where the bulb required replacement. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the srs unit needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000 and…
ODI 10535716
Exterior Lighting
I took my 2004 cr-v to honda dealer for low beam headlight wiring to be replaced under recall. I was told they did not have part and will call when they get it. I have called a 2nd time for repair and still told part was not available. As of this e-mail it has been 2 months and no response from dealer. *tr
ODI 10460330
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
I was going to drive to work this morning at 6:30am and my headlights would not turn on. My high beams worked fine but my normal lights did not. I had noticed a burning odor a few days prior through my vents. I took the car to my mechanic this morning and the headlight problem was due to an electrical malfunction and the wires had been melted that are associated with the headlights. Thankfully i had not been driving…
ODI 10453123
Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact was driving 30 mph when both headlights failed intermittently. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 97,000.
ODI 10446552
Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that at engine startup, the head lights failed to illuminate but the high beam headlights were illuminated appropriately. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 170,000.
ODI 10445070
Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, the low beam headlights stopped functioning. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to have the failure diagnosed or the vehicle repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 95,000. The vin was unavailable.
ODI 10442478
Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, there was a burning odor coming from the steering compartment. The contact later noticed that the low beam headlights stopped illuminating. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnostic test and the technician stated that the headlight switch on the steering column would have to be replaced. The contact…
ODI 10447729
Exterior Lighting
HEADLIGHTS STOPPED WORKING. WIRING BURNED. *TR
ODI 10440828
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Both lowbeam lights went out simultaneously while driving. *tr
ODI 10440313
Exterior Lighting
Low beam headlights suddenly went out, both at same time. Replaced with new bulbs, still no low beams. High beams work and fuses ok (high beams are on same fuse as lows). Measured zero voltage at bulb connection for low beams. Major safety issue. I have seen on the forums many owners of 2002-2004 experiencing the exact same issue. It is related to wiring at the headlight switch in the steering column connection…
ODI 10434342
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Exterior Lighting
The air conditioner dash board of my 2004 honda crv stopped working one day, with no signs of problems before, the air was on and tried to turn it off and controls didn't work couldn't lower the level of air either, tried to moved the switch back and forward until finally stopped, but the problem continue for months until the point of not been able to turn it off; i have to turn off the engine so my a/c will turn…
ODI 10487948
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
The low-beam headlight switch fails repeatedly. When i replaced it, i noticed what appears to be heat damage on the wiring harness connector. I have replaced the combination low-beam/high-beam/turn signal unit three times in the last 7 months. *tt updated 01/17/12 *bf
ODI 10425952
Exterior Lighting · Headlights
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the headlights would come on and go off randomly. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and advised that the connection to the headlight switch and routing connections were burned out. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 110,000. Updated 11/16/11*lj
ODI 10430850
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
2004 honda cr-v. Both headlight low beams stopped functioning at the same time. High beams still work on both headlights. Replacing headlight lamps and fuses did not fix the problem (both low beams still not functioning). I will be going to a mechanic this coming week to get repairs. I suspect it is a malfunctioning electrical switch. *tr
ODI 10416365
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Headlights
While driving both dim headlights went out. I pulled over and realized the bright head lights did work while the dims no longer worked. After replacing both bulbs and realizing they still did not work. I investigated the issue and after visually inspecting the wiring harness that plugs into the combination switch (blinker/headlight control) there is obvious signs of heat damage and electrical corrosion. *tr the low…
ODI 10436586
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Switch
Both headlights (low beam) went out simultaneously due to an overheated connection between the headlight switch assembly and wiring harness (plug). Updated 12/12/11 *bf *tr pictures received 04/20/12
ODI 10430570
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Both low beam headlights failed simultaneously. Subsequently repaired at a honda dealer. Repair required a new hi/lo beam switch and connector/wiring harness. I requested old parts and upon inspection, one of the metal connector pins (male and female) was discolored (black) due to heating with some distortion and discoloration of the connector block due to heating. Attached wire also discolored due to heating. *tr
ODI 10402328
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