Recall
Honda Cr-v — 12V486000
NHTSA ID
12V486000
Make
Honda
Model
Cr-v
Years Affected
2004
Recall Date
2012-10-05
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Units Affected
268,655
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
S61
Summary
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.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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 1-800-999-1009.