My low beam headlights stopped working. My high beam headlights continue to operate. I contacted a dealership. They told me I would have to pay a diagnostic fee so I contacted corporate Honda. They said that this recall was fixed and closed but recalls do not expire and that if it was happening again, they would need to fix it. I took my car in today to be diagnostically Reviewed. the dealership told me the cause of the issue was a random ground wire they found, causing the exact part and symptoms of the safety recall to quit working. They said they would not be able to fix it unless they replace the whole harness in the steering column that the part was discontinued. I asked for a detailed explanation of the diagnostic. The explanation further proves that the issue is verbatim the safety recall. I also have a Service video showing the exact issue verbatim safety recall They also sent me home in that vehicle posing risk of crash or fire. I am waiting on corporate Honda to assign me a caseworker.
2007 Honda Fit lights problems
66 complaints (18% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 75,000.
- owner complaints
- 66
- of this car's complaints
- 18%
- typical mileage
- 75,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Headlights8
- Headlights: switch3
- Tail lights1
- Headlights: high/low beam dimmer switch1
- Brake lights1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Honda Fit lights problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2007 Honda Fit lights
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Exterior lighting: headlights: high/low beam dimmer switch
- What is wrong
- Honda is recalling model year 2007-2008 honda fit vehicles. Due to an error during installation of the wiring harness for the combination switch that controls low head beam function, the wires for the lower beam circuit were pulled tighter than intended. After repeated use of the headlight switch, the electrical connector terminal for the low beam headlight circuit can become worn as a result of this tension, which can result in low conductivity and cause an accumulation of copper oxide in the area of the contacts.
- Risk
- The low beam headlights can become inoperative decreasing the driver's visibility as well as the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the low beam terminal and perform necessary repairs free of charge. The safety recall began on january 24, 2011. Owners may contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009.
Recall number 10V624000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Low Beam Headlights
In their Defect Information Report (DIR) of December 15, 2010, American Honda Motor Company, Inc. (Honda) notified the federal safety agency that it will conduct a safety recall of model year 2007 and 2008 Honda Fit vehicles to repair the headlights.The recall will remedy a defect in the low beam headlight circuit that can cause a total outage of the low beam headlights.Honda's DIR states: Due to a variation in the assembly sequence when installing the wiring harness for the combination switch that controls the headlights, the wires for the low beam headlight circuit can be pulled tighter than the wiring for the other functions controlled by the combination switch.After repeated use of the headlight switch, the electrical connector terminal for the low beam headlight circuit can become worn as a result of this tension, which can result in low conductivity and cause an accumulation of copper oxide in the area of the contacts.In some cases the poor conductivity may cause the terminal ends to melt within the wiring harness connector.If this occurs, the low beam headlights can become inoperative, increasing the risk of a crash. Honda dealer's will inspect the combination switch and wiring harness and remedy the defect free of charge.Please see safety recall file 10V624 for recall details
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What 2007 Honda Fit owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Headlights and taillights have gone out. Replaced bulbs and fuses. Brakelights and highbeams still functional Faulty relay most likely as a similar problem was already found on the 2002 Honda civic.
Both front headlights fail to work. They went out at the same time. Using high beams to drive after dark in the meantime.
The contact owns a 2007 Honda Fit. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH at night, he was unable to see the road clearly due to the headlights being cloudy. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to drive to his residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
Headlights do not work on low beam...high beam only. Had a mechanic work on it, but did not fix it. There was a recall on 2007 honda fits because of poor wiring rubbing against metal and lights don't work.
2007 honda fit headlight recall, they fixed the issue in 2011 but it has happened again and one honda dealership said there's nothing more they can do???? Is there something that can be done to have it fixed again as part of the recall.it doesn't seem it was fixed right
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 honda fit. While driving 30 MPH at night, the low beam headlights shut off without warning. The contact had to use the high beam headlights for visibility. The contact later took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who stated that the headlight defect may be related to the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v624000 (exterior lighting). The VIN was not included in a recall, despite the vehicle experiencing the same failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 69,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 honda fit. While operating the vehicle, the low beam headlights failed to illuminate. The low beam bulbs and fuses were replaced, but the failure continued. The cause of the failure was not determined. Eskridge honda (1030 sw 74th, oklahoma city, ok) was notified and stated that the recall remedy for the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v624000 (exteroir lighting) was completed in 2012. The contact indicated that the vehicle experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Honda has recognized a problem with the headlight wiring harness/switch corroding or melting causing the head lights to turn off intermittently or not come on at all. They have sent a recall for certain vins for this model year, but not for all 2007-2008 fits. This issue has occurred with my vehicle at only 75,000 miles while driving at night. Honda is aware of this problem but is not remedying the situation on all 2007-2008 fits, only specific vins. This is a dangerous practice, driving with no headlights is extremely dangerous at night. I have contacted honda but they will not fix the issue because they claim the vehicle is out of warranty. These vins should be covered by the same recall for the other 2007-08 vins.
It seems to be the same as the recall problem #10v624000, however, my VIN isn't listed on recall info site. My low beams are not working but the high beams still function. I noticfed it when I tried to turn them on at night. I don't know what might have caused it other than a defect.
Questions about the 2007 Honda Fit lights
Does the 2007 Honda Fit have lights problems?
Owners have filed 66 complaints about the lights of the 2007 Honda Fit, 18% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2007 Honda Fit lights problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 75,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Honda Fit lights?
Yes, 1 recall: 10V624000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Honda Fit have the most lights problems?
The Honda Fit model years with the most lights complaints are 2007 (66 complaints) and 2008 (19 complaints).
Other 2007 Honda Fit problems
Steering 86Airbags 66Body 62Electrical 32Engine 29Transmission 27Acceleration 13Visibility 13Seats 10Brakes 8Suspension 4Tires 3Driver assistance 2Fuel system 2Locks 2Seat belts 2Wheels 1
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