Recall 12V-486
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recalled the 2002 to 2006 Honda CR-V: Visibility (power window devices and controls); Electrical system.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 12V-486
- Reported
- October 5, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 268,655 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Honda is recalling certain model year 2002-2006 CR-V passenger vehicles, manufactured from February 19, 2002, through July 28, 2006. The driver-side power window switch may fail or melt.
The risk
If the switch fails, it could overheat, smoke, and cause a fire. A switch failure, and a fire, could occur even if the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the recall repair has been performed.
The fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the switches, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 2, 2012. Owners may contact Honda at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Honda's campaign recall number is S61. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Honda CR-V 2002 to 2006