2005 Honda CR-V Exterior Lighting Problems
- 113
- 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.
What owners report
- Headlights · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 33 |
| 100–150k mi | 20 |
| 30–60k mi | 18 |
| 150–400k mi | 14 |
| 1–30k mi | 9 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
My honda cr-v has had the headlights go out approximately 8 times in the last 18 months. They usually go out one at a time, but this past weekend, they both went out simultaneously. Honda says this is a recall for 2002 to 2004 cr-v for a wiring issue on the low beam headlights, but 2005 is not included. I believe there is defective wiring in my headlight system and should be covered by a recall. *tr
ODI 10459887
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Visibility/Wiper
We bought our 2005 cr-v se in sum 10 and love the vehicle. Since then however, we've had to change headlight bulbs approximately 10 to 12 times. Sometimes a single bulb, sometimes both... They simply go out every couple of months. We even had to ride home one night with "high beams" because the both low beams simply failed. The next day we purchased new bulbs, installed them on the cr-v, and now the low-beams work,…
ODI 10503133
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Low beam headlight lamps need to be replaced sevral times per year. *tr
ODI 10641486
Exterior Lighting
I had the drivers side low beam headlamp go out. There is a wire clip that holds the light bulb in. Replaced the light bulb. Ever since then i have to replace the bulb about every 3 months. I tried to get a new wire clip in case the bulb was moving a little and causing the burning out. Was told by the honda dealership that the clip doesn't exist anymore. No replacement part. I have read many blogs on line about…
ODI 10577259
Exterior Lighting
Since 2010 low beam headlights fail, one side or the other, every 2 or 3 months. Have replaced both sides several times. I just heard about a recall and discovered 2005 not included - it needs to be. *tr
ODI 10453849
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Please extend nhtsa existing investigation into headlamps on the 2002-2004 models into model year 2005 and forward. We have replaced the low beam headlamp bulbs multiple times in the past year and a half. The most recent bulb replacement burned out within 2 months. We have received a ticket for a headlamp out. Our mechanic replaced not only the drivers' side bulb but the assembly that the bulb fits into - lasted…
ODI 10442365
Exterior Lighting
2005 crv has headlight low beam burn out problem as i've seen on the internet. The headlights burns out every couple of months. Both sometimes both burn out at the same time. This seems very dangerous. So far there has not been an accident that i know of. Since 2006 have replace 6 bulbs. *tr
ODI 10336360
Exterior Lighting
Keep replacing headlights for the last three years every 3 to 6 months! It is amazing how many people are having the same issues and honda does not admit there is an electrical issue with 2005 honda c-rv. Now the passenger headlight will not work at all.taking it to the dealership to see what they say and if i don't like there answer i will go elsewhere! Possible lawsuit! *js
ODI 10455972
Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the low beam headlight bulb would blow prematurely and continuously. The low beam headlight bulb was replaced several times but the failure continuously recurred. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 79,000 and the current mileage was 112,000.
ODI 10448282
Exterior Lighting
Have to replace headlights approx every 3 months. Have replaced driver's side 6 times, passenger side 4 time. Both went out at same time while driving at night on 10/14/11. *tr
ODI 10430690
Exterior Lighting
2005 cr-v: the low beams burn out constantly at an accelerated rate. The two bulbs burn out virtually back-to-back within 10 days of each other. I have been forced to drive with only my brights. I have had several occurrences of this in 150,000 miles of driving...once on vacation, no less. I have spoken to two other owners of same model with same complaint. For the record, i owned a 2002 cr-v where i rarely replaced…
ODI 10312888
Exterior Lighting
On numerous occasions head light (s) fails. Internet research suggest that this is a common problem on all 2005 honda crv's. The terminals corrode, arc and lose contact. *tr
ODI 10296481
Exterior Lighting
I own a 2006 honda crv. I've replaced the headlights at least 6 times since i've purchased the car. In november 2009, i replaced the headlights and guess what-- today the driver side headlight is out! Unbelievable. Service dept. Tells me i must be getting faulty bulbs, but i noticed on the old bulb that the metal looks like its been hot. *tr
ODI 10295823
Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the driver side headlight and both side beam lights failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 88,000 and the current mileage is 150,000. Updated 11/29/11 *cn the consumer stated the vehicle was fixed by the dealer at a cost of $98. Updated 12/07/11
ODI 10433784
Exterior Lighting · Interior Lighting
Led lights on dashboard stopped working. I can no longer see my speedometer at night, or the mileage gauge. I raised this to attention of honda dealership/repair and they offered to repair at my expense--approximately $100. This shouldn't have happened. Also, as others have reported, one of my headlights has repeatedly burned out since purchase--i've replaced it twice. *tr
ODI 10325482
Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda crv. The contact stated that the low beam driver's side headlight failed. The contact replaced the light bulb but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000. *tr
ODI 10560840
Exterior Lighting
I purchased my 2005 honda crv new and really like the car. Since about 2008, the headlights have to constantly be replaced! At first, it was every few months but now, it's every 6-8 weeks! I have asked the dealer about recalls and although there are recalls for some 2005 vehicles, my car is not part of the recall. In order to submit a complaint with honda, i have to have them diagnose the problem, which will cost a…
ODI 10543466
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Low beam headlights have been blowing on a regular basis since oct. 2008. They last anywhere from a few weeks to a couple years each. Both sides are affected by this. Have had a local mechanic replace each time. I didn't realize this was a widespread problem with honda until researching it today. Recalls are in place starting with the '06 model. I have seen several comments from other '05 owners with the same…
ODI 10512967
Exterior Lighting
2005 honda crv-se: i replaced driver side low beam headlamp in 2008. In 40 years of driving, i've never had to replace a headlamp in any car i've owned. (i buy a new car every 10 years, and i've owned cadillac, volkswagen, mazda, and pontiac prior to honda.) my honda also has a burned out dash light and i've replaced the dome light. *tr
ODI 10319876
Exterior Lighting
I brought my honda crv in sept. 2005. It worked fine. But since 2008 summer, i often be pulled off by police because the left front light is off. I first thought it was simple, just go to local gas station to change a light bulb. After i changed the left front light 3 times, in feb 2011 i was pulled off by police again, i realized there is something wrong. I went to honda, they said it was something computer related…
ODI 10404135
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
I have replaced both the high beam and low beam bulbs a total of 17 times. This is a common problem with the honda cr-v's with no resolution. Honda uses a unique connection at the bulb which i believe may be the culprit. *tr
ODI 10654027
Exterior Lighting
Headlights for the last 8 years my low beam headlights continue to go out. I have to replace the bulbs once or twice pr year.
ODI 10990689
Exterior Lighting
I purchased my 2005 honda cr-v ex brand new. I had no real issues with it until around 2007. From that point on i have had my low-beam headlights (plural) burn out, almost in tandem, at least twice a year. The frequency appears to be increasing. Occasionally, they will take the dome light with them. I haven't touched the bulbs when replacing the dead sets. I have noticed a massive build-up of what appears to be…
ODI 10537264
Exterior Lighting
Low beam headlamps continuously burn out. Each lamp burns out after four to five months. I have tried lamps costing from $10 to $25 each from two different manufacturers. No significant difference if operating life. *tr
ODI 10485799
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Headlight bulbs fail frequently (anywhere from approximately 3-6 months) for no apparent reason. Usually one side at a time. Normally, replacing the bulb has been an effective (if expensive) solution. However, most recently, replacing the bulb didn't fix the problem. Fuses are all o.k. From several on-line forums, this is a very well documented problem. There is currently an outstanding recall for this problem for…
ODI 10556895
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