The first recorded incident was at 82411 miles, when after replacing both headlamps multiple times at my own expense, I took the vehicle in to a third party service center (that I've used for years on multiple vehicles) to have the headlight circuitry evaluated (no problems found). As stated earlier, as of this time, I had already purchased several replacement bulbs. Since this time, I, again, have replaced both headlights multiple times at my own expense. Over all, I would say that in the (approx) 7 years of owning this crv, I have replaced both headlights approx 6-7 times each. Having searched the internet several times over the years, I feel that having to replace these headlights as often as I have is unrealistic and evidence of a systemic problem, based on the number of similar complaints on the internet.
2006 Honda CR-V lights complaints
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I have experienced multiple headlight failures over the past 2 1/2 years, almost all on the driver's side. I have had it to the dealer multiple times and despite this, the headlights continues to burn out. Last time it was "fixed" it burned out the next day. Last fall, I had both lights burn out which is extremely dangerous. After an on-line search it is clear that this is a pervasive problem which has not been adequately addressed by either the dealer or the ntsb.
I had a brake light go out on the passenger side of the 2006 cr-v. I replaced the light bulb, but when you press the brake pedal, if the headlights are on, the break light will not work. I talked with numerous people on the internet and at the auto parts store who have had the exact same problem with the same model of vehicle as mine (cr-v). My honda master mechanic believes that there should be a recall on this electrical problem because there are so many of these that he has seen and that have been seen by dealerships. Is there a reason why honda has not recalled the 2006 honda cr-v for this electrical problem? I bought 6 different lights, thinking that maybe I just bought a bad light or lights. I also switched the lights with the light that works on the opposite side (driver's side), but it won't work on the passenger side. If people are complaining about this on the internet and everywhere, but not filing a complaint on here, I figured that nothing would happen, so that is why I am sending this information in, in hopes that someone will look into the problem. Thank you very much.
I decided to write this after searching the web for ideas on what's going on with my crv, this seems to be a very common problem. The headlights keep burning out - it's getting annoying to always be replacing them. I cannot service my own vehicle and always seem to be into our mechanic getting a new bulb replaced for this vehicle. Now my daughter is driving the car and I hate having her come home at night and tell me the bulb has burnt out again (twice in a month as of this week already since december 2012). I'm sure that I've replaced over 12 since owning the vehicle new. Luckily they have never gone out at the same time which would be dangerous.
Repeated burn out of headlight bulbs. Continuous replacement by owner and by shop. Both sides affected.
Headlight went out again. I have replaced headlights approximately every 3 months in the last 2 years. Appears to be an electrical issue, as reflected in recalls for earlier model crv's. Honda needs to do recall for this for later model crv's.
While driving at highway speeds, the vehicle suffered a right hand low beam headlight failure. Since this first failure the bulb of this headlight has had to be replaced approximately 10 times, and continuously burns out again. The fuses remain good, the relays remain good. It appears there is a wiring harness problem affecting this year model as a google search reveals hundreds of owners of this vehicle experiencing a same or similar issue. Most reference a heat damaged wiring connector underneath the steering column.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the passenger side low beam headlight continuously malfunctioned without warning. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 90,000.
I was driving at about 25mph and both headlights suddenly went out. I had to use my high beams to get home.
Starting in january of 2011 I have replaced the low-beam headlights numerous times. They are now going out every 4 months. It is getting quite expensive and honda should take care of this problem for the 2006 cr-v owners.
My low-beam headlights have failed at least 4 times in the past year. At one point both headlights were out when I went to start the car in the evening. I've taken the car to a local vendor (not the dealer). Initially, they did some electrical work, stating there was a short in the system, but have since replaced the bulbs 4 times in the past year. Honda informs me that my VIN is not part of their headlight recall.
I have had to replace both driver and passenger side headlights several times since 2010 and once again the passenger bulb went out today. Will have to take into repair shop to see if they can somehow figure it out.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 honda crv. The contact stated that he had to replace the headlight bulbs eleven times within a very short span of time due to them constantly failing. The contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer where it was determined that the wiring harness to the headlights needed to be replaced. The failure mileage was 23,000 and the current mileage was 66, 000.
2/28/10 driver's side low beam headlight failed. Bulb replaced. A few hours later (fortunately not at the same time) passenger side low beam headlight failed. Bulb replaced. (high beams o.k.) 12/2011 received police warning when passenger's side low beam headlight failed while driving (high beams okay). Both bulbs replaced. 6/2/12 driver's side low beam failure. Again, both bulbs replaced. 7/18/12 passenger's side low beam failed. I attempted to have both bulbs replaced. Passenger's side low beam was inoperative even with the new bulb. Technician checked the power supply with a volt meter. There was no ground on the passenger's side low beam. Driver's side low beam works (for now), and both high beams. My cr-v was manufactured in 2005. Perhaps it has the same defective terminals, lighting switches and harnesses as those used in the 2002-04 cr-v's recalled by honda march 22, 2012? This makes night driving dangerous.
Both front low beam headlights suddenly went out while driving the honda 2006 crv. It was quite dangerous as suddenly could not see anything in the dark. The front low beam headlight bulbs were replaced several times since 2010 as they surprisingly only lasted half to a year. The last time only last two month! We have not experienced any of this light bulb problems with our civic and odyssey. Something might be wrong with the honda 2006 crv.
Excessive burnout of low beam headlights for past 2 years. Replacing bulbs on one side or the other every 3 or 4 months. Have been stopped on numerous occasions by police officers for burned out headlights. Contacted honda service center who say they cannot fix without charging unless there is a recall. Recall was issued for earlier models and appears, based on websites indicating numerous complaints of similar nature, that the recall should be extended through 2008 models. Last week, both bulbs went out requiring me to drive with high beams after dark. We keep replacing the bulbs as we do not wish to incur the expense of having dealer repair when it appears to be a defect in the manufacturing. Have spoken to other cr-v owners having similar experience. My guess is that there are more cr-v owners with this problem but without the knowledge of how to report the issue. Now keeping an inventory of bulbs on hand.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 honda cr-v. The contact stated the headlight bulbs were continuously burning out and would not last more than two months. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was not able to diagnose the failure and stated to continue to replace the bulbs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 56,000.
The low beams on my honda have been replaced about 11 times since last summer. It starter with the passenger side- so now, it goes passenger, driver, passenger, etc. I changed the white things that hold the bulbs and replaced both bulbs (again!) now neither low beams work! I have to drive with my bright lights on and I live in a city- this does not make other drivers very happy.
2006 honda crv, great car , passenger side low beam burns out every frequently (5 - 7 weeks) I see many similar complaints on the internet. (wiring harness is mentioned) I believe 2002 crv's are currently under recall for this same issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 honda cr-v. The contact was traveling 40 MPH when the headlights failed. The contact failure was experienced six times, sporadically. The dealer informed the contact that the bulb was replaced each time the failure recurred. The manufacturer advised that they would look further into the issue but the contact had not received any results. The failure mileage was 40,000. The VIN was not available. Updated 05/17/12 *bf honda informed the consumer they were not responsible and there were no recalls. The consumer stated the lights continue to blow out. The dealer was unable to find a problem. Updated 05/22/12
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the low beam headlights stopped illuminating. A local mechanic inspected the vehicle but was unable to diagnose the failure. The low beam bulbs were replaced numerous times. The failure was not corrected. The contact had to use the high beams while driving at night. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000 and the approximated current mileage was 66,000. ...updated 07/19/12
Drivers side headlight burns out repeatedly and without warning. Have replaced it 4 times in 2011. Mechanic cannot find anything wrong.
I bought a 2006 honda crv new from a honda dealer in maryland. The car had only 3 miles on it when purchased. About a month after having the car the driver's side low beam went out. I had it replaced. Three months later the beam went out again and had it replaced by a friend. This has been an ongoing problem over the last six years. I have replaced my driver's side low beam at least ten times over this time frame. Recently, (oct. Of 2011) I took my car to aaa to have my headlights repaired because both low beams on driver's and passenger side went out the same day and I was traveling out of state. The mechanics told me that my passenger side headlight was corroded and had to be replace entirely.the replacement of the entire headlight cost me $600. I am taking my car back to honda today (april 2, 2012) to have the driver's side low beam replaced again! I also had to purchase headlight boots. I have reported this to my honda dealership numerous times. They continue to tell me that there is not a problem with the 2006 crv. Honda needs to look a bit more closely into this matter. Obviously, there is an issue and people are spending large quantities of money to fix someone else's mistake.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 honda crv. The contact stated that the headlights would turn on and off while driving. The dealer advised the contact that the headlight failure could be caused by a failed switch or wires. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The current and the failure mileage was 60,000. Updated 03/23/12 *bf updated 04/13/12
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the front driver's side headlight periodically stopped illuminating. The failure recurred numerous times. The contact replaced the light bulb himself after each failure. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 honda crv. The contact stated that the low beam headlights would fail repeatedly. The contact had to replace the lights every six months. The dealer advised the contact that the vehicle was operating as designed. The manufacturer had not been notified however, the manufacturer of the bulb was notified and informed the contact that the failure was not normal. No repairs were performed. The current mileage was 93,000 and the failure mileage was 10,000.
The low-beam headlights on this vehicle do not last, causing me to have to drive a lot of the time with only one low-beam headlight, which is a safety problem. In the five years we have owned this vehicle, I have replaced each of the front low-beams (left and right) at least 10 times each. Honda only has their warranty on their lights, and hasn't tried to do anything further with the vehicle problem to this point. It is an aggravating and frustrating problem, and also a safety hazard. I have seen numerous similar complaints online with this vehicle from this time period, and know of at least one owner of an identical vehicle in our small town who is experiencing similar problems with his low-beam headlights.
Both left and right low-beam headlights stopped working while the car was being driven at night. Fog lights and high beam lights are functioning. Fuses are not blown.
Over the past year, I have replaced 4 head light bulbs. Each time my mechanic has stated that the bulb was blown and that it was normal. It cannot be normal wear and tear to have to replace a headlight bulb every 3 or 4 months. I have found other complaints about this same problem but there has been no action taken by the manufacturer.
Multiple low beam headlight bulbs burn outs followed by complete failure of passenger side low beam.
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