Honda CR-V power windows problems

Filed Jun 10, 2026 · Electrical · NY

Master Power Window Control Switch failed operating the Passenger power window regulator. While driving, the front passenger regulator popped and the window started falling down all by itself. It happened by a glass repair company, so I asked them what happened. He said when the voltage going to the regulator is not uniform, the regulator will pop and the window will drop down. He offered to repair it for $200 including parts which I thought was a fair price. I went to a website where they tell you if any parts on your vehicle have been recalled. It did include a master power window control switch for a 2005 Honda CR-V. So I called Middletown Honda, (NY) and they said the master Power Window Control Switch was $405. My car was not included in the recall (which only included switches made in the U.K) and they would only see the car if they could get a new Master Power Window Switch. I proceeded to tape up the window which dramatically reduces visibility to the rear view mirror and to side traffic on the highway. I don't have comprehensive insurance on my car and don't want to report it to my insurance company as I am [XXX] old reducing the chances of getting insurance from another company. The airbag light has been coming on and off since this incident leaving me with another unknown electrical problem. I told Middletown Honda that I would probably junk the car, but due to the car's age, they offered no comment, (the car is a 2005 Honda CR-V EX AWD). INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Mar 9, 2026 · PA

Driver's side window would not go up or down. It was wet and rainy. Had the car 2 days. On day three which is sunny the driver side window worked correctly. Safety concern is that window won't work in an emergency situation if there is moisture or water involved.

Filed Dec 12, 2024 · SC

While driving on interstate 140 doing about 70 we heard a loud noise and then we also heard the wind coming above the cover to our sunroof. After stopping to examine what happened it appears that our sunroof was damaged and cracked by either and outside force or possibly a spontaneous explosion as has been reported elsewhere on the Internet. We had the glass replaced when we got to our destination in NJ but they couldn't repair the tracks the powered roof slides on due to damage to the rails or brackets. They replaced the glass and told me not to operate the window motor until the dealer can investigate further.

Filed Dec 15, 2022 · Engine · NY

The car does not get up to operating temperature at idle during cold climates. If the car is started and left to idle and warm up, the heat will not blow and the front window will not defrost. If the car is driven on short trips through town, it will not heat up at all. Also, if the car is driven around and gets up to operating temperature and then left to idle, the car's temperature will slowly edge down and cause no heat to blow from the vents. I have brought the car in to the dealer twice for the same issue only for them to tell me that this is a normal characteristic of the car and that nothing is wrong. I have never had this issue on any other vehicle. Additionally, the car suffers from oil dilution in the engine which cases poor performance and thinned oil. The oil level gradually increases over time after being driven because of gasoline entering the engine oil. I believe that this will eventually lead to premature wear in my engine.

Filed Apr 1, 2022 · Electrical · VA

Driver side power window will not open. Dangerous because if I am pulled over I can not roll down my window to speak with police. I’ve also seen reports of electrical fires associated with this issue. The issue has not been inspected by 3rd parties.

Filed Jan 14, 2022 · Electrical · CA

My driver power window switch melted and failed in the same way described in the current recall for the same model and year vehicle, just not under the SHS vin numbers that are covered. I suspect this recall should cover more cars than previously thought. I noticed this problem after heavy rains, first my windows stopped rolling up and down, then I began noticed a burring/melting plastic smell coming from the drivers door. I took the door apart and tracked the smell down to the power master switch. After inspecting the switch, it was indeed the switch that melted on the circuit board. It seems to have damaged the driver wiring door harness as well, also like the current recall states. All just as described in the current safety recall which I have attached below. **Safety Recall: 2002-06 CR-V Driver’s Power Window Switch (Only VINs that start with SHS) ''under severe conditions, water or other liquid may enter the driver’s window and reach the power window master switch on the door panel. Liquid in the switch can damage the switch’s printed circuit board (PCB), causing the switch to fail. In rare cases, the damaged PCB creates a short circuit that overheats the switch connectors and melts them, leading to a possible fire.'' All affected vehicles, even those previously repaired under S/B 12-067, must have the driver's power window switch replaced under the current recall.

Filed Mar 8, 2021 · Electrical · 279,950 miles · CA

Driver's side master switch for power window stopped working. I believe it is due to water damage/leakage through the window into the door panel due to fogging at the window corner when vehicle gets wet. There was a similar recall for this that was fixed in 2011 with a previous owner but seems to be recurring issue and in line with current recall p9d. When I search my vehicle no active recalls pop up but I believe my vehicle should qualify for this recall. This issue is occurring while stopped and while driving.

Filed Feb 19, 2021 · Electrical · AL

My driver side window regulator and motor malfunctioned; it required replacement. I then received a recall notification several months later regarding the power window master switch replacement - I believe my master window motor malfunction is related to this recall

Filed Jan 3, 2021 · Electrical · 66,000 miles · FL

The drivers side window wont go down intermittently which I consider a danger as we have a bridge that cars have been shoved off into the water and it scares me that it could happen to me and I would need that window to go down so I can escape before that window fails or the whole electrical system fails. I have asked the dealership to check it multiple times but of course it wont do it while at the dealership. The car is almost always stationary when the window wont go down. It happens at the atm and other drive thrus. The recall number is 20v768 but so far my car isn't listed even though I have had this problem for about 3 years.

Filed Sep 15, 2020 · Electrical · 99,171 miles · DE · fire

Upon stationary ignition, driver's side door started smoking and caught fire, melting the wiring harness, and interior window master switch (and cover) and the window motor. I pushed the car away from the house. We removed the door panel and heard a loud band and flames started pouring out of the door. I took it to martin honda dealer to be repaired. The charged me 1800. To replace the melted components, although they did not replace the mirror switch, which failed as a result of the fire. I found a recall number 12v‑486 dated 10/4/2012. Power window master switch, which describes exactly what happened. I contacted honda and they opened a case as I am looking for reimbursement t and also to have the additional repair performed. They told me that the recall had been previously performed on this car. And it happened again???? Now, I'm afraid to drive it!