Above mentioned Honda Fit Vin number JHMGD38678S043570 had same issue with low beam headlight recall (TSB 10-082 low beam headlight recall) Low beam headlight do not work. Car was sent to Pohanka dealership for repair. "Found a break in wire where connector was installed." I have documentation attesting to this. I am not denying that switch was bad, but Honda is charging labor for the obvious recall repair that was incorrectly performed. I would like a partial refund for the labor they are charging for the time to repair the recall correction. Honda is denying the claim saying it is "wear and tear".
2008 Honda Fit lights problems
19 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 114,386. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 19
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- typical mileage
- 114,386
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
Owners did not name a specific part.
At what mileage
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Honda Fit lights problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2008 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 2008 Honda Fit owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2008 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while driving, the low-beam headlight and fog lamps became inoperable without warning. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and diagnosed with a defective connector switch that needed to be replaced. Additionally, the connector was melted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated the failure was similar to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 10V624000 (Exterior Lighting). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
Due to this airbag defectiveness my car got damaged and affected badly
Driver side headlight no longer works in low beam mode. Headlight was changed, light works in high beam mode.
Takata recall : my 2008 honda fit was traveling at 15 MPH and went into a police k-9 unit 'elvis'. The air bag virulently exploded on my jaw and caused my teeth to bit my tongue. The policeman mistook the injury for a seizure and I lost my license indefinitely. I was take to the hospital against my will and given 10,000 dollars in services I didn't want or need due to the air bag. Honda and takata and the federal safety agency need to come clean and protect the public from this dangerous defect.
Low beam lights due not function.lots of similar complaints on the computer.called the honda garage where I purchased the car and they said they would charge me to look at it and troubleshoot the problem.
Low beam lights doesn't turn on or turns off by itself
Combination headlight switch was faulty. While low beams are on, toggling the right turn signal activates the high beam. I brought the car to the dealer and performed the headlight switch recall hoping it would get fixed but the recall only addressed the wiring harness. The problem persisted after the recall. I googled it and it is a common problem. Told the dealer about what I found online and was charging me extra for diagnostics and replacing the part. They told me the recall did not include replacing combination switch itself. Then, I bought an oem replacement and replaced it myself which fixed the problem.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda fit. While driving 55 MPH, the high beam lamps became inoperable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 179,000.
At 5am while headed to work, I noticed the headlights were not on, despite the switch being in the on position. There was a recall previously for the exact same issue. It appears the fix was only temporary, as the exact same issue has popped up again. Low-beams do not work, but hi-beams and foglights work.
Questions about the 2008 Honda Fit lights
Does the 2008 Honda Fit have lights problems?
Owners have filed 19 complaints about the lights of the 2008 Honda Fit, 9% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2008 Honda Fit lights problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 114,386 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2008 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 2008 Honda Fit problems
Airbags 57Body 43Engine 27Transmission 24Brakes 22Electrical 18Acceleration 14Steering 12Tires 5Seat belts 4Seats 4Visibility 4Fuel system 3Suspension 3Driver assistance 2Locks 2Wheels 2
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