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 problem and the costly solution offered to them. The '05 cr-vs need to be added to this recall.
2005 Honda CR-V lights complaints
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This vehicle, and its twin, a 2006 crv, constantly have blown out headlights (low beams). They blow out every few thousand miles, which is a very expensive, annoying, and dangerous problem. Honda denies a problem, but between the two vehicles we have replaced dozens and dozens of headlamps, we now buy them three at a time to cut down our trips to the auto parts store. We rarely use the headlights in daytime, only when necessary, which I feel is compromising safety, since the lights go out on such a constant basis.
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.
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!
I have had to replace two driver's side low beam lamps and one passenger side low beam lamp in 45 days. This problem is well documented for 2002-2004 cr-vs, but nothing was done for 2005-2006 vehicles exhibiting the same issue.
This is the 5th low beam replacement I have had to make since owning my car. Once again, this is a common problem in cr-vs that honda has refused to acknowledge.
My low beamheadlights stop working every 3 months, I have replaced the bulbs each time but they still only last 3 months. There are numerous other complaints similar to mine for the 2005 crv but neither your agency or honda has done anything about it. Apparently crv models from 2002-2004 have the same problem and have a recall for it . Why not 2005 crvs.
Why has **2005** cr-v not been recalled for headlight / safety malfunction? Driving in the dark, rain, or heavy (mn) snow all extremely unsafe. Have had 2005 passenger (right) side low-beam headlight replaced ~10 times in 18 months, driver side ~4 times. Passenger-side low-beam last replaced two weeks ago and is already out. Mechanic(s) find no cause. ***yes, I have seen that the federal safety agency dir ea11012 states, "analysis of complaint and honda data show that a complete low beam headlight circuit failure occurs in models with 2-bulb headlight systems (I.e., a single bulb on each side for high and low beam). Models with 2-bulb systems include my 2002-2004 cr-v...models with 4-bulb headlight systems (I.e., two bulbs on each side, one for high and one for low beam) have different electrical circuits for the headlights and do not experience the same failure mechanism as the 2-bulb system...honda introduced the 4-bulb headlight system in cr-v in my 2005. ***whatever the mechanics of the problem--2-bulb or 4-bulb system--a simple search gives ample evidence that there is, in fact, a serious headlight and safety problem with the **2005** cr-v (emphasis added). It's a problem that's affecting a critical mass of drivers.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. The contact stated that when driving during night hours, the low beam headlights failed after driving approximately 500 feet. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they advised him that the bulbs were not a problem and that the problem could have been caused by an electrical failure. The manufacturer was later contacted and they offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were approximately 65,200. The VIN was unavailable.
Low beam headlight on driver side intermittent. Bang on headlight and it goes on. Now it doesn't work at all. Have changed bulb but this has not helped.
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.
Why has the 2005 not been recalled for exterior lighting. The bulbs frequently needed replaced and then the went out for good. We can use the fog lights and the high beams but not the low beam head lights. We've changed fuses and bulbs with not result. Please add this to the recall.
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.
Both low beam headlights stopped working at the same time. I was parked when this happened. The fuses are fine. This is the same failure for which honda has issued a recall, but limited it to 2002-2004 cr-vs. There are numerous accounts of this failure on repair forums for 2005 year cr-vs, and a number of complaints already in the nhstb database as well. The recall needs to be expanded to cover the year 2005.
While my 16-year old daughter was driving after dark around 9:30pm, both low beam headlights failed at the same time.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. While driving approximately 55 MPH with the headlights activated, the passenger side headlight suddenly failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic several times for the malfunction. The driver's side headlight bulb was replaced three times. In addition, the passenger's side headlight bulb was replaced two times. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. While the vehicle was parked the contact noticed the low beam headlights were not illuminating. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician stated the failure was within the headlight switch and referred the contact to the dealer. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. There was a recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 12v136000 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch) that may be related to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 73,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the driver's side low beam headlight became inoperative. The failure had recurred several times and sometimes included the passenger side headlight as well. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnosis, but they offered no assistance. The manufacturer was notified and referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 122,896.
The headlights of my 2005 crv have had to be replaced 3 times on each side during the last year. I see that there is a recall for that defect but it does not cover the 2005 models. When will honda announce the recall on this for the 2005 model? I am concerned that both headlights will fail at the same time and I will be driving at night. Then it will be a huge safety issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the low beam headlights malfunctioned while driving 35 MPH. The contact replaced the headlights five times. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The contact notified the manufacturer and the manufacturer stated that the wiring harness was faulty and needed to be replaced. The contact did not replace the wiring harness. The failure mileage was 120,000.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. The contact stated the low beam headlights failed to illuminate. The low beam bulb was replaced five times. The failure was not corrected. The dealer stated that the vehicle was not included in their headlight recall. The VIN information was not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN could not be verified. The failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 110,000.
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.
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!
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.
I am experiencing the exact same problem of headlight shorting out as your new recall for 2002 - 2004 owners. My car is 2005 ut not covered under this recall. Why???
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.
I purchased my 2005 honda crv in august, 2005 and have had to replace both headlight bulbs at least twice a year. The driver's side headlight bulb has burned out more frequently than the passenger side. The honda dealerships do not think this is a problem and will not acknowledge any concern stating there have been no recalls initiated by honda addressing this problem. Also, the lights that illuminate the temperature gauge, and the RPM indicator on the dashboard are burnt out completely, and the speedometer gauge is only partially illuminated, as well as the indicator dials/selectors that control the AC/heater fan speed, temperature, and position of the air to be distributed. Honda dealerships claim that the dashboard lights are fuse related and the indicator/selector dials will have to be replaced completely to correct the problem. This problem occurred approximately four years ago.
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.
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