Problems with 2005 Honda CR-V ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Headlight recall. i am aware that there have been some headlight recalls on previous year models of honda crv. i have a 2005. the front headlights burn out and/or fail very frequently. i have owned the crv for maybe 5 years and have had to replace the bulbs 4 to 5 times. now the right headlamp will not work even with a brand new bulb. this seems to be an electrical problem. the headlights could fail while driving at night. please look into it. the date entered below is just the most recent failure.

The low beam headlights have failed while the high beams continue to work. this same failure in other honda models merited a safety recall. please see honda service bulletins 12-056 and 04-15. the 2005 cr-v has the same part, failure, and repair procedure for the light switch wire harness located in the steering column. i feel a safety recall should apply to my vehicle, since it is the same failure, same part to replace and same danger. this is a widely reported issue on the honda service boards.

Electrical fire in engine compartment, wiring harness melted and caught fire, battery melted. driving about 35mph, started to smell smoke and the vehicle engine cut out. rolled to the side of the road, called for help and noticed the smoke getting worse and then seen the flames. extinguished the fire with the help of bystanders and residents living near by

My headlight bulbs burn-out after only 4-6 weeks. this has been happening for about 3 years. the short-bulb-life event occurs about 70% on the driver side, and about 30% on the passenger side. there is no sign of moisture entering the bulb/light area. this is a constant safety issue for me since the problem means i am often driving with only one headlight. this problem is also very expensive-- approximately 12-15 new bulbs per year ! the bulbs burn out when driving on roads of all types. on this form below, where "when did this happen?" is requested, i have entered the date of the most recent occurrence (bulb burned out after only 5 weeks of life) although as stated above,this event has been happening regularly for the past 3 years.

I purchased a 2005 honda crv in 2018 of february in ozark missouri. it went through a missouri safety check and passed a few months later i needed to come back to california and since i've been back within three months time my engine my belts my brakes my starter my electrical sensors my fuel they have all seem to have failed and been replaced by a mechanical i paid in december 2018 i received a recall notice to take my car in so the airbags can be checked the whole engine and exhaust system and electrical system need checking as well because it's not a safe car to drive and i've been feeling that for a couple of months. it started off as a good car but once i change the engine oil everything seem to malfunction and go down like dominoes car has failed to start several times has shut off without notice

The driver side power window switch has failed and window will not open.

Had to replace engine mount2x , suspension, ' control for window on drivers side half works. . for no reason driver side window some how fell out of the support or guiding track and and broke inside the door problem now 3/17/18 for 5 months tge window control on the driver side doesn't roll up the window on the passenger side you can kind put it down . then last night tge window on the drivers side fall out of the track and breaks inside the door. so now we can not really safe lick the car, leaving it open !! with possible rain. ' headlight cable- head light bulb keeps burning out . ' engine mounts

Air bag light come on/off at will, dash light stop working, and the gages stop/glitch at will when it is either hot/cold/normal out side. and this all happened stationary, in motion, on a city street, or a highway, turning, braking, etc. and it is a problem that created the unsafe condition. and i am a mechanic and i am most certain it could be a computer are wiring factory defect for any more question? u may call[xxx] at [xxx] or e-mail at [xxx] or mailing to address to [xxx]. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Driving down the road, the driver side headlight went out, this is my second replacement in 3 weeks. don't know if the left one will go out too but i live in a woodsy area and am terrified that as i am driving down the winding road i will be left without lights. i carry a flashlight with me now. it's mandatory. honda please issue recalls for the faulty headlights.

The rear door light warning go off and on all the time and the rear door hinges are wearing out a lot.. i feel the rear door everytime i hit a pothole is move

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. while driving approximately 50 mph, the vehicle suddenly shut off. the cause of the failure was not diagnosed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 202,000.

Low beam headlights ever since we purchased the car, we've had to replace the low beam bulbs every few weeks. they burn out at completely random times (its happened both while in motion and stationary, in residential areas as well as out driving through countryside, freeways; basically everywhere). not only is this an inconvenience due to the amount of money spent on replacements, it's also extremely dangerous. they've burned out on night drives in the countryside where our only option was to use high beams the rest of the way, etc. unacceptable that honda has not yet acknowledged the issue, even though it's very well documented online as being an issue. there was a recall for this issue up through 2004 cr-v's but they've not extended to the 05 model year.

The master switch for the power windows intermittently does not work - whether the vehicle is stationary or in motion. i have now had it disconnected because the same switch in other honda c-rvs 2002-2006 has caused melting of the switch and even fires. my vin is not part of the current recall (nhtsa recall number: 12v-486) for this switch defect but i wonder if it should be? i have reported this issue to honda and it has been recorded as case # 05298119.

Takata recall- my window will not go up/down on the driver side (front). i was told that maybe a switching problem or the motor needs to replaced. the car was stationary for about 3 months.

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. the contact stated that the head lamps failed without warning. the contact replaced the head lamps; however, the failure occurred approximately one week later. the contact found a recall related to the failure that stated that the wiring harness, located in the steering wheel malfunctioned, and needed to be replaced. the vin was not included in the recall. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the nhtsa campaign number was unknown. the approximate failure mileage was 190,000.

About every month we have had to replace the front low beam headlights on either the drivers side or passenger side. we have replace the entire headlight assm and use surgical gloves to put in the bulbs. they blow on the road and nobody can explain why and it is dangerous.it started awhile ago.

I received notice of the takata airbags, from the perfection honda 2603 american rd se, rio rancho, nm, 87124, i took the honda in for those repairs, that caused a electrical short, and damage to battery and parts, they refused to repair their damage, the damage light is still on, i asked them for repairs, to no avail, [xxx] [xxx] [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'*jb

Headlights (halogen) burn out within months of install, repeatedly.

The headlights keep burning out every 3-6 months, this can't be normal. i keep reading complaints online from others experiencing the exact same thing but honda is not taking responsibility. besides being costly, time-consuming and annoying, it is a safety hazard and it is illegal, you can get a ticket for driving with a burnt light. in addition the light on my dashboard has gone out, and the 2 rear doors electrical locks do not work.

Since purchasing the vehicle two years ago, the headlights have been replaced 6 times. both driver and passenger sides fail. it has become a safety issue as i am often caught in the dark without proper lighting. each time the bulbs were installed correctly. last bulb failed 1/8/2016.

My headlights have been failing since i bought the vehicle 3 years ago. i've xhanged a multitude of lights, had the combination switch cleaned 3 times and finally put in a new switch, all with no results. so i found a recall ea11012 and honda says it's not for my vin number. this has been an ongoing problem for crv's. it happens when driving and is a safety and fire issue.

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. the contact stated that the front driver side power window switch failed to operate. in 2013, the vehicle was serviced under nhtsa campaign: 12v486000 (electrical system, visibility). there was no failure prior to the recall repair. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was unavailable.

2005 honda cr-v. consumer writes in regards to airbag and door switch issues. *smd the consumer was informed there was no defect with the air bag. the consumer was unable to open the door using the remote. the consumer sent in recall# 12v486000. *jb

The passenger side headlight went out in the middle of october. when i went to replace the bulb i noticed the element was not broken inside the bulb. at that point i took it into the dealership. the mechanic took the bulb from the passenger's side headlight and put it into the driver's side headlight and took the driver's side headlight and put it into the passenger's side headlight. he did not replace either bulb. this appeared to fix the problem because both headlights were bright when turned on. about a month later in the middle of november, again the passenger side headlight went out. it was the same problem as before, the bulb was in perfect shape but not shining. i took it back to the dealer again and this time the mechanic was not able to resolve the issue by the same means as before (switching light bulbs) or by replacing them with new bulbs. the dealership told me i need to replace the entire wiring for the passenger side headlight which is going to cost $1600. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. while parked, the driver side door caught fire. the contact extinguished the fire. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the failure was related to the electrical switches. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was unavailable.

The driver side headlight went out for the third time in 12 months. these vehicles need to be recalled and fixed, as the 2004 model was recalled but the 2005 models seem to have the same issue. *tr

My 2005 cr-v awd, four door locks failed within two months, first the passenger side door, then the rear passenger side, then the driver side, and then the tail door lock, i took it to a local dealer, and was told all the actuators were not working. i had two of them replaced, they are expensive. i was told there is a recall on the 2007 models, i think they should start an investigation on 2005 models also,

The car repaired with the honda dealer as per the recall notice for the "2002-2006 cr-v driver's power window master switch" today when it was parked in the covered parking garage of the macy's corporate place, it got fire after 1 hour it was parked. the driver side switch controls was completed melted and caught fire police and fire dept came and put the fire out the car was towed to classic collision 3507 old norcross road, duluth 30096 and they judged as total loss honda's replaced master switch is no help - it caused the fire and have photos to back it up. *tr

After about 10 minutes of driving at night the low beam head lights start to pulse or flicker (2 to 3 times a second) continuously for the remainder of the trip. have to replace low beam bulbs every 3 to 5 months. both low beam lights inadvertently turn off and on for a few seconds buy themselves. high beam lights seam to work fine. the above issues i listed are the same or similar to those in the honda service bulletin 12-023 that covers a recall for the 2002-04 crv. i believe that this recall should be amended to cover the 2005 honda crv before someone is injured or killed due to this ongoing safety failure. honda america told me that they were not aware of this problem. they said to take the crv to an authorized dealer to evaluate the defect but would not address my issues under the recall unless the nhtsa mandates an amendment to the recall to include the 2005 honda crv. i respectfully request that you address this concern immediately so that i and other 2005 honda crv owners can resolve these safety flaws. *js

Drivers side door locks: the door lock on the drivers side will not lock or unlock the drivers door unless the key is used on the drivers side. trying to unlock/lock the doors with the remote will work for all the doors except the drivers. trying to unlock/lock the doors with the key will work for all the doors except the drivers unless you are using the key on the drivers side. *tr

On 5 occasions in the past 3 years the drivers side head light went out. fuse was good. *tr

The vehicle was difficult to start on the first cold day of the season. when checking the voltage on the battery, i found that there was corrosion on the positive connection. i also noticed that the original clamp had been replaced with an after-market clamp. further inspection revealed corrosion back through the cable itself which would not allow cutting the affected cable because it would have been too short to reach the battery. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. the contact stated that while parked with the key out of the ignition, the engine continued to run. after the engine stopped running, there was a clicking sound. the contact noticed smoke coming from the driver's side door panel. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnosis. the vehicle was included in the recall under nhtsa campaign number: 12v486000 (electrical system , visibility). the contact stated the recall may be related to the engine failure she experienced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 101,000. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. the contact stated that the driver's side window could not be closed or opened completely when the driver's side window switch was depressed. the failure recurred intermittently. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 12v486000 (electrical system , visibility) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 210,000. *tr

Circa november 2011 the driver's door actuator on my 2005 honda cr/v failed. subsequently two additional door lock actuators failed. the dealer wants circa $300 to repair each of these actuators. i believe these are design flaws and that honda should repair/replace these actuators on an extended/goodwill warranty basis. *tr

Headlights keep burning out. i have replaced them four times in the past two months. the dashboard lights are burning out too. i had to replace the glove box light, the temperatue control, air conditioning, recirculate, odometer lights. now the rpm light is starting to go. it is getting very expensive to be replacing all these lights. the headlights are $8.99 each and i paid $230 to replace the dash lights. after replaceing the dash lights, when i use the remote to unclock my car, all the dash lights blink three times (they never did that before). i also noticed that when i turn on my turn signal i hear a high pitch noise. i am worried that my headlights will go out when the store is closed and i can't get it fixed. i may get a ticket or get into an accident. i drive to and from work in the dark. also what if both headlights go out at the same time, that could be dangerous. i worry that my spedometer may go i and i won't know how fast i am going. i have told the dealer that i think there is an electrical problem, but they insist there is not. i do not agree with them. *tr

Vehicle was parked and unattended in outside parking space over night and driver side window switch not working - fire occurred and started on driver side door - before fire driver window was not working. *tr

The driver side master window switch failed causing the part to get very hot, melt, and emit smoke from the switch. this could have very easily started a large fire in the vehicle. once the switch is melted, it shorts out the circuit causing the fuses to pop and the window will no longer operate. i contacted a honda dealership and discovered the same part # used in the 2006 model is recalled for this very same reason. i believe this affects more parts than are covered by the recall as a quick look on the web uncovered several more cases for 2005 models. *tr

The driver side power lock cannot be locked or unlocked on the driver side with my key button. i have to manually lock and unlock the driver side door with my key. the rest of the locks work fine with the key button. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. the contact stated the air conditioner made a high pitch sound. the dealer recharged the air conditioner; however, that did not stop the high pitch sound. the dealer also checked the compressor and belts, but found no problems. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 50,000. the current mileage was 62,000. *tr

The headlights no longer work. we can use the fog lights and the brights but not the headlights. we've had the bulbs and the fuses changed without any result. other years for this same model have been recalled for this issue, but not the 2005 as of yet. *tr

I have had to replace the low beam headlights on my 2005 cr-v several times in the past year alone (at least 4 times that i can remember). the lights go out randomly while driving (the exact speed is unknown). this obviously presents a very great safety hazard, and i am very concerned as my wife and newborn baby sometimes use this car. the last time we had the bulbs replaced, there appeared to be scorch marks on the wire connector that attaches to the back of the headlight assembly. there are many forum posts on the internet of drivers who have similar issues to mine with the same model year (2005) and also with 2006 cr-vs. here is "one" of the forum threads containing such posts: http://www.topix.com/forum/autos/honda-cr-v/tlnd3jkaui93fs68g/p8 if you could please investigate this issue it would be greatly appreciated. *tr

Driver and sidepower windows switch malfunctions, render powerless, heats up and fail to operate. *tr

The low beam headlights on my 2005 cr-v have been replaced 6 times over the past 7 months. sometimes the passenger side, sometimes the drivers side, and one time both headlights went out at night. there has been a recall of this exact problem with 2002-2004 cr-v due to a faulty wiring harness, but not with any later models yet. i have informed honda of this problem and they have no resolution at this time. *js

For the last four years, i have had to replace headlight bulbs due to unexplained failure. i have needed to replace bulbs anywhere from one to six months. i would like my vehicle to be recalled for electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash exterior lighting:headlights exterior lighting:headlights:high/low beam dimmer switch exterior lighting:headlights:switch

My front left head lamp bulb has gone out two times in approx 1 year, the 2nd replacment of the front left headlamp bulb was done approx 3 weeks ago, within the last week the right side headlamp has gone out. i don't drive off road in any way, this vehicle is stricktly used for highway communiting.replacement was done all times by a bonafide mechanic.this appears to be a defect of some type. *tr

Front driver side headlight keeps burning out. i have to keep changing it every few months. now, it appears that the headlight has electrical issues. low beam is very dim and the high beam does not work. i also experienced other type of electrical issues. very often, the fuel cap warning light comes on. i check every time and the cap is screwed on tightly. after a few time turning my car off and on the light goes out. also, after i drive my car, it always smells like burned plastic. my research on indicates that many other owners of the same year make and model had not only similar but same issues with their headlights. can something be done about this? i will have to have my headlight fixed and will cost me a lot $$$$. *tr

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

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, but the high beams do not. it's kind of getting old buying new bulbs every few months! my problem/concern is the fact that we have a known recall for a extremely similar issue on 2002 thru 2004 cr-v models. that recalls summary states: "due to tension from the combination switch wiring harness, wear on the surface of the electrical terminal can occur, yielding copper oxide, which increases electrical resistance. increased electrical resistance may cause the terminal ends to melt within the wiring harness connector." the consequence listed on this recall is: "if the terminal ends melt within the wiring harness connector, the low beam headlights may become inoperative, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash." based on our experience, it seems the recall listed above should be expanded to include the 2005 cr-v models as well. we've looked at current recalls for our vehicle under the honda owners site and there are none listed for our vin... ? honda may want to re-visit this recalls coverage before any other 2005 cr-v owner's headlights go out in the middle of the night while driving... this is a major safety concern! *tr

Low beam headlight lamps need to be replaced sevral times per year. *tr