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.
2005 Honda CR-V visibility complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the driver side door window assembly failed. The failure occurred twice. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and repaired. The exact repairs were unknown. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.
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.
The sun visor on the driver's side fails to stay in the up position, thus blocking the view of the traffic ahead. I have researched this problem on the web and there are many, many similar complaints. I believe this is a design flaw and honda should be required to stand behind the problem. This is a safety hazard.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda cr-v. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, burning fumes emitted into the vehicle. The contact mentioned that she attempted to open the window but it failed to open. The contact inspected the door side panel, and noticed that the master power window switch melted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician verified the failure and stated that the master power window switch and wire harness needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 270,000.
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 the federal safety agency 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.
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 the federal safety agency 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.
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!
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 honda crv. The contact stated that the driver front window failed to open. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the window needed a lubricant in order for it to work. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified and they took a complaint. The failure mileage was 60,000.
On oct. 19,2007 I heard a pop inside my door, the window failed. I had to have a new window regulator assembly installed. Honda has recalled this model but has failed to do any thing about it.
2005 honda crv. Consumer writes in regards to recall notice concerning power windows. *tgw the consumer stated on october 19, 2007, he heard a pop, and the window failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where he was informed it would cost $ 498 plus $90 to look at the window and repair it. The consumer then went to a repair shop, that could fix it for less. The consumer believed the parts should be covered under recall # 12v486000.
Driver and sidepower windows switch malfunctions, render powerless, heats up and fail to operate.
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.
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.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 honda crv. The contact noticed smoke coming from the driver side window switch and when he touched it the switch was hot, causing it to melt the wires together. He opened the door panel and removed the switch. The dealer nor manufacturer were informed of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileages were 151,000.
On my 2005 honda cr-v the driver side sun visor will not stay up. It will fall into my view of the road at any time blocking my view of the road. I have had several oem honda replacements and they have all fail in the same manor. Honda will no longer replace this defective item under warranty. This is a danger to 2005 honda cr-v owner/operators.
2006 honda crv. Have replaced drivers side sunvisor 4 times, waiting on number 5. After anywhere from 2 months to 1 year the sunvisor will not stay up in place. Creeps back down instantly and cannot see out of windshield even with visor pushed all the way towards windshield. Offers no use, and when trying to use it obstructs view and is very dangerous. If visors are required, then this one is a failure. Have noted others on the honda crv owners club forum with same problem. Have asked that they also file with the federal safety agency. To be clear, when stored away in normal position it stays in place, when trying to pull it down and push towards windshield when sun is in face, it pushes to windshield then instantly flops back down to position where it obscures the view out the windshield. Replacements work fine for short period of time. They have warrantied 3 times, and I have had to buy twice as it was just over 1 year before I took it in. I have and old part that was replaced when I had to purchase out of warranty. The kept the other parts, but have no explanation for fix.
Regarding 2006 honda crv. Problem - drivers side window auto function not working properly. Problem began prior to the vehicle reaching 30,000 miles. Window stops going up as if it hit an obstruction. Sometimes will not go down at all. Dealer wouldn't identify the problem for another 10,000 miles, but it was determined that the window regulator had too much play in it. Honda also supposedly issued a bulletin to its dealers regarding problems resulting from water and debris getting into the window mechanisms.
The consumer experienced several mechanical problem with the 2005 honda crv ex. *nm the center bearing was replaced because it caused the vehicle to vibrate/noise while idling. The consumer still heard noise in the rear of the vehicle while driving at any speed. The technician said the noise was a characteristic of the vehicle. The vehicle runs rough with the A/C on. The dealer said this was normal. The consumer would like the manufacturer to replace the vehicle or proved a full refund since the dealer cannot find the source of the noise. The windshield wiper would drag across the windshield and failed to clear the windshield of rain.
I have experienced at least 5 front windshield chips in my 05 honda crv. I've only owned this vehicle for 5 1/2 months. 2 of the 5 have required repairs. I am certain I will require a complete new windshield in the near future. The sound of impact does not indicate that any damage should be caused, however the honda windshield is like paper. I feel it is in my best interest to replace my current windshield for fear of further property damage and or injury to myself and my passengers.
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