The headlights on both sides, specifically the low beams, will almost randomly turn off for up to 30 seconds. I used to drive about 90 miles at night, and on the highway this is dangerous since the speed limit is 65mph. It’s a danger to other people on the road since it’s incredibly difficult to see with the headlights turn off like that. It’s happened multiple times on my ~90 mile trips but have not taken it to a dealer for it to be checked. After the headlights come back on, it’s rare that it happens again but has happened multiple times within a quick span of each other. I’m quick to turn the high beams on, since they are still functional during this time. I don’t want to blind the vehicle in front of me by potentially shining the high beams through their rear view mirror. There were no warning lamps or messages prior to the problem occurring nor after. The vehicle is available to be inspected.
2004 Honda CR-V lights problems
39 complaints (8% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 97,000.
- owner complaints
- 39
- of this car's complaints
- 8%
- typical mileage
- 97,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Headlights: switch5
- Headlights5
- Headlights: high/low beam dimmer switch1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Honda CR-V lights problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2004 Honda CR-V lights
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Exterior lighting: headlights: switch
- What is wrong
- Honda is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2004 cr-v; model year 2003 through 2005 pilot; and model year 2002 and 2003 civic vehicles. In march 2012, honda filed a defect report to recall certain model year 2002 through 2004 cr-v and certain model year 2003 pilot vehicles. In august 2012, honda informed the agency that it was including an additional 820,789 vehicles including certain model year 2004 and 2005 pilots and model year 2002 and 2003 civics. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,375,217. 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will repair the low beam terminal harness or replace the lighting switch as necessary, free of charge. The original recall began in april 2012. Owners of vehicles involved in the september 2012 expansion will be notified in september 2012. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1‑800‑999‑1009.
Recall number 12V136000 · Recall details
What 2004 Honda CR-V owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While driving down the freeway at 6:00 AM in the morning, the headlights flashed on and then off intermittently. I thought nothing of it and then they went out completely and would not come back on right away. I was driving in complete darkness and thankfully the bright headlights still worked. After this incident, my left headlight completely stopped working and the right-side low beam will come on intermittently. The bulb in the left side appears to be working and I replaced it and it still doesn't come on.
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 and was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not part of the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v086000 (exterior lighting). The failure mileage was approximately 71,400.
Head lights just turn off and I don't touch the switch, the high beam work fine. No warning they just go off and don't work on the lower standard setting both lights.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the low beam headlamps failed to operated without warning. Stokes honda (8650 rivers ave, 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 the federal safety agency campaign number: 12v136000(exterior lighting), but the VIN was excluded. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
The federal safety agency 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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency 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 a failure.
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.
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 the federal safety agency recall # 12v‑136 was issued. We have owned this car since new and do not recall receiving any recall notice. A search of this side by VIN number did not show the recall. A search by model number did. We will contact the honda dealer as soon as they are open.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency 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.
Questions about the 2004 Honda CR-V lights
Does the 2004 Honda CR-V have lights problems?
Owners have filed 39 complaints about the lights of the 2004 Honda CR-V, 8% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2004 Honda CR-V lights problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 97,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Honda CR-V lights?
Yes, 1 recall: 12V136000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Honda CR-V have the most lights problems?
The Honda CR-V model years with the most lights complaints are 2005 (124 complaints), 2006 (119 complaints) and 2002 (61 complaints).
Other 2004 Honda CR-V problems
Engine 153Airbags 103Electrical 73Visibility 20Acceleration 18Fuel system 18Seat belts 17Brakes 14Locks 14Transmission 13Steering 11Suspension 11Tires 10Body 9Wheels 6Seats 5Driver assistance 1
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