While using the driver side master window switch I smelled an electrical burning smell. Earlier on the same day the right front window failed to move when I used the master switch to control it. The burning smell continued to worsen every time I used the master window switch. My mechanic tracked the problem to the master window switch and removed it. The master switch had melted and the mechanic stated that it could have caused an electrical fire had I continued to use it. Honda has since issued recalls on the master window switch for 2002-2006 honda crvs, however mine was not included; honda stated that the recall was VIN-specific and my vehicle was not included. The recall announced on oct. 6, 2012 stated "over time, exposure to water and other fluids can cause electrical resistance in the switch, which ultimately can cause the switch to overheat and melt, damaging the switch and potentially damaging an associated wire harness. Additionally if a switch melts, it could produce smoke and potentially cause a fire, creating a risk to motor vehicle safety." this describes exactly what happened in my 2003 crv, yet honda has refused to include my vehicle stating that it does not qualify for the recall. On june 28, 2013 honda announced an identical recall---this time for the master power window switch in the 2007-08 honda fit. The description of the reason for this recall is identical to the one issued for the 2002-2006 crvs, and identical to the problem I experienced in my 2003 crv. I would like the federal safety agency to investigate these dangerous, recurring incidents in honda vehicles and expand the recall of the crvs. My repair cost totaled $476 and I should be reimbursed that amount by honda. More importantly, however, is this recurring safety hazard to honda drivers. I have the master switch that was removed from my vehicle and am willing to provide it for inspection.
2003 Honda CR-V visibility complaints
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2003 honda crv. Consumer writes in regards to power window master switch recall notice and unsatisfactory service from dealership. *smd the consumer stated he was not satisfied with the dealers response concerning his complaint about the problem he experienced with recall # 12v486000. The consumer stated when he called the dealer to make an appointment, he was asked several unnecessary questions, regarding his patronage of the dealership. After the consumer confirmed, he did purchase the vehicle from them, he was given an appointment.
Heater core leaking into passenger side and dripping on passenger's foot. Passenger was not injured but potential for burn.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the front driver side and the rear passenger side windows could not be opened or closed. The rear driver's side window could be opened however, the window either could not be closed once it was opened or would close extremely slow. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis where the contact was informed of a recall for the failure under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 12v486000 (visibility:power window devices and controls). After the repair had begun, the dealer notified the contact that the failure in the windows was caused by the tracks, which would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle was being repaired. The failure and current mileage was 121,000.
2003 honda cr-v AC compressor failed at 69,000 miles. Rainy conditions caused interior windshield to continually fog up requiring repeated wiping of the windshield with paper towels while driving.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda cr-v. The vehicle is equipped with a 1982 honda silverwing air conditioner compressor. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle made a strange sound, the air conditioner stopped blowing cool air, and the vehicle began to decelerate. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic and they stated that the air conditioning system was filled with freon, which caused the compressor to freeze and seize the engine. Honda informed the contact that she will be responsible for only the cost of the parts, not the labor. Honda also advised her not to use the air conditioner. The serial and part numbers for the compressor were unknown. The current mileage was 98,618 and failure mileage was 98,550.
A/c on 2003 honda cr-v failed (44,000 miles on vehicle) resulting in inability to adequately defog the windshield and side windows during thunderstorm. There was no vehicular accident. Honda repaired defect under extended warranty ($1900 value). Defective part is not available. It appears from discussion threads on edmunds.com that this is a recurring accessory failure on 2002-2004 crvs that has safety connotations. Honda america is repairing at no cost to auto owners even if out of warranty but you have to complain to their headquarters. Furthermore, it appears that the repairs are breaking down in instances before exceeding any where near reasonable replacement part service life. This suggests a design flaw. How many crvs are out there with impaired windshield defogging capabilities?
Windshield was hit by a soccer ball, and cracked immediately.
I would just like to register a complaint, with what I and apparently honda of north america consider a safety defect with the 2003 honda crv. The center rear headrest restraint is of the same height as the left and right rear headrest on this vehicle. What this does is prevents the driver from being able to have a clear view in the rear view mirror. In order for the driver to have a clear view from the rear view mirror, the head restraint must be removed therefore defeating its safety purpose for the middle passenger in the rear seat. Honda obviously realized this , because the 2005 model has a lower height rear seat middle passenger head restraint, as it should. As a consumer I believe that honda, should offer owner's of this vehicle, the new updated lower height head restraint for the rear seat middle passenger at no charge to owners of this vehicle.
Car was purchased on 11-29-02. Windshield replaced on 6-3-03. Three months later on 9-23-03, windshiled needed to be repaired. Around 4-03, another crack appeared. I contacted the honda corporate office where they sent me to the dealership to have the windshiled checked. Their claim was that it was a stone that cracked it. Obviously something hit the windshield. However I do not believe that a windshield should receive damage that easily. This is the first car I have ever had where the windshield had to be replaced. At the moment, there are two sealed cracks and eventually the windshield will need to be replaced again. Each time this occurs, it cost me $100.00 out of pocket. I am afraid that if I keep claiming on my insurance, my rates will go up. I have family and friends that travel the same roads as I do and their cars windshields don't get damaged.
My wife owns a 2003 honda crv purchased from jeff weler honda of cincinnati. The passenger side mirror is broken. Honda informed me that the part is on backorder and as a result, they cannot supply the mirror to me. *jb however, it appears that honda is currently making 2004 crv's and the part number for the passenger side mirror is the same for both the 2003 and the 2004 models. Additionally, many honda dealers have new 2003 and 2004 crv's on their lots, but they are unwilling to "borrow" a mirror from a new vehicle and supply it to consumers who have broken mirrors. Additionally, I had no choice but to drive the car from cincinnati to columbus and back yesterday in order to pick up a friend who had been injured in an accident. Driving the car on the highway without a passenger side mirror is dangerous given the design of the inside mirror and the design of the rear body pillars. From my point of view, it appears that honda has the parts to make my wife's car safe and they are choosing to put priority on the building of new cars instead of making existing cars safe. Fyi -- the honda part number is 76203-sca-a01.
The windshield was replaced twice, and cracked again. Consumer felt the glass was inferior, and that the manufacturer should be notified.
Windshield developed a crack that started from the bottom right side. Consumer stated "no objects made contact with the windshield. The cause of the crack was undetermined by dealership.
When the "auto" indicator light goes out on the dashboard power windows and sun roof stop operating. Driver has to maneuver the ignition switch or restart the vehicle to get the windows and sun roof to operate. Dealer replaced the ignition switch, but the problem still exists.
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