CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2006 Honda CR-V is a fantastic model year with no defect trends except a very minor one for headlight bulbs that need replacing frequently. The average repair cost? $30.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 10
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
67,445 miles

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2006 Honda CR-V electrical problems

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2006 Honda CR-V Owner Comments (Page 1 of 4)

problem #74

May 262022

CR-V

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The Vechile Stability Assist (VSA) light came on and took it too my Honda mechanic and confirmed that the Anti-lock Brake System(ABS) module needs to be replaced and this disabled the VSA. Parts+labor over $2,600+ to fix. Called the Manufacturer (Honda) and told me that I would have too first get it fixed and then submit the bill to them and they may reimburse me some of the cost or nothing. Since the ABS component controls brake and stability this a safety issue and therefore subject to a recall. I looked on the web and in the United Kingdom and Canada that Honda has paid in full. In the US, Honda doesn't consider it a defect and thus won't reimburse the owner's for fixing the vehicle. Once again because this an safety issue I believe that Honda should recall these vehicles and cost should be covered by Honda

- Massapequa , NY, USA

problem #73

Feb 072022

CR-V

  • miles
About 4 months ago I discovered that the electric operator on the front passenger window no longer worked. I recently had a mechanic try to repair it and he found that the motor worked well. He replaced the switches in both the passenger door and the driver's door but window only goes down and not up. The mechanic checked online and discovered that this vehicle model was recalled in December, 2020, for this problem. When I checked on getting my vehicle repaired through the recall, I discovered that my specific vehicle was not included in the recall. Because I am now aware of the risk of fire, I request that my vehicle be included in the recall so I can have it repaired. Thanks for your consideration of this request.

- Gillette, WY, USA

problem #72

Jan 012022

CR-V

  • miles
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.

- Sterling, VA, USA

problem #71

Mar 172022

CR-V

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Every few months one of my low beam headlamps goes out, and I replace it to stay in compliance with local traffic laws. Within the last week, both low beam headlights went out, and both sockets show burn damage that is similar to the issue reported in NHTSA recall: 04V086000. I am concerned that even if I replace both the lights and the sockets, there may be something else going on that could cause a fire. I'd like NHTSA to look into this please. Thank you

- Glen Burnie, MD, USA

problem #70

Mar 022021

CR-V

  • miles
Re: NHTSA recall number20V-768. I made an appointment in advance with a local Honda car dealer to take care of this recall on March 2nd 2021. I showed up to the appt. And the car dealer did not have the spare parts available for the recall work. I then demanded an explanation to the Honda service manager as to why I was let to come by if they were not ready to take care of me, they knew exactly why I was coming. I live 1 hour and 15 min away from the nearest dealer shop. The Honda manager, after noticing I was not buying their lame excuses, he very rudely and abruptly asked to leave the property. This pathetic episode happened in the Honda of arecibo car dealer, in puerto rico on March 2nd 2021. The same day 3/2/2021 in the pm, I called Honda hotline for customer relations to report this issue with the car dealer, the disrespectful manner the dealer manager treated me, and also to seek help in making a new appointment to take care of the recall at a different car dealer in puerto rico. A very polite Honda representative assured me someone will be contacting me in the following few days to reschedule an appointment and to ensure the car dealer would have the spare parts ready to complete the recall work. Today is May 6th 2021, and I have not heard from either Honda or any local car dealer. Clearly Honda has not taken this seriously and has attempt nothing to work on my recall. I don't know what else to do or who else to call. Can you please help making Honda complete this recall work in an efficient and respectful manner? thank you for your assistance.

- Ciales, PR, USA

problem #69

Dec 302020

CR-V

  • 160,000 miles
My Honda CRV 2006 has the same problem as the recall. The driver side window switch does not operate and I do not see my VIN number on the recall list. I do not understand the same problem same recall and not on the recall list. I understand this is a dangerous situation and may cause a fire. Can you please help me. Thank you in advance.

- Tucson, AZ, USA

problem #68

Mar 052021

CR-V

  • 279,950 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

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.

- Livermore, CA, USA

problem #67

Feb 012019

CR-V

  • 100,000 miles
The driver's side window on my 2006 Honda CRV will not open due to an electrical issue or short. The window mechanisim is frozen and does not work. This is a potential safety hazard, and I am concerned. I noticed that Honda has issued a recall for this specific issue and for the model year of my vehicle. However, for some reason, my Honda CRV is not a part of the recall. This makes no sense since I am experiencing the exact issue with my CRV that the recall notice indicated. I should be eligible for this recall/repair, and I would like to request an investigation.

- Oklahoma City, OK, USA

problem #66

Jun 012012

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 60,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Honda CR-V. the contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the interior lights and dome light flickered. Additionally, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the headlights became inoperable. The contact stated that the front driver's side power window switch worked intermittently. The vehicle was taken to autosport Honda (1201 us-22, bridgewater township, NJ 08807) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was an electrical failure in the vehicle. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000. Consumer stated she also had brake issues as they seized up and pieces of the bottom was rusted.

- Manville, NJ, USA

problem #65

Aug 252020

CR-V

  • 99,171 miles
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!

- Newark, DE, USA

problem #64

Apr 052018

CR-V

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Headlights, brake lights, turn signal lights continue to burn out. On a monthly basis we are paying to have them replaced. Then we get stopped for one being out, take it to our mechanic and they are working. Nothing short of frustrating. These occur when driving and when stopped. All driving situations. This has been going on for the 20 or so months and appears to be coming more frequently.

- Essex, MD, USA

problem #63

Mar 022019

CR-V 4-cyl

  • miles
2006 Honda CR-V. consumer writes in regards to failure of door mounted electrical system.

- Bound Brook, NJ, USA

problem #62

Feb 152019

CR-V

  • 176,000 miles
Passenger side low beam does not function... have replaced bulb every few months for the past several years, but this time (since Feb. 2019) there is no recovery. I have replaced the bulb, socket and connector, checked fuses...hi beam and parking/signal bulbs all fully functional, but no low beam on passenger side. This is a dangerous and well known defect that a recall was issued for in the 2005 models. Honda, in certain model years, of which 2006 is one, has so far refused to offer remedy. There are more than enough instances of this unique hazard to justify a recall, and one is long overdue.

- Stockton, CA, USA

problem #61

Jun 012016

CR-V

  • miles
The lighting in the dash are not clearly on. I have noise coming from the rear when making a right or left turns.

- Milford, PA, USA

problem #60

Feb 162019

CR-V

  • 188,033 miles
Car begins to accelerate when in park or when my foot is not on the accelerator. Car also reads several codes relating to vsa, vtec, etc however when I bring it to get checked, new codes pop up relating to similar issues.

- Norwalk, CT, USA

problem #59

Jul 202018

CR-V

  • 246,000 miles
The low beam headlights have stopped working over six (6) times in two plus (2+) years (car purchased used, 11/2015). Spent a couple hundred dollars on replacement bulbs; replaced the housing unit to see if that corrected the issue and it worked for a few months; finally in April 2018 went to hall Honda (Virginia beach, va) to diagnose the issue. They just said the bulb was bad and replaced it. I drive with lights on during the day and yesterday (7/20/2018) I noticed that my lights weren't reflecting on the cars in front of me while driving. Once parked, I checked and low beams not operational, but high beams work. This morning I called hall Honda and have an appointment to go in today (7/21/2018) at 1:45 pm. I have printed out info from online complaints about this same issue. There was a recall, but it only went to the car year 2005. This is an obvious safety issue since headlights are needed when driving in rain (it is the law here in va) or when it is dusk/dark. Listing yesterday as the date this happened, although it happened first to me February 2016. I also checked off the electrical and lighting boxes, since I am not qualified to determine what is the cause of this safety issue.

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

problem #58

Nov 102008

CR-V

  • 25,000 miles
Driver side window switch intermittently worked (conveniently working when taken into dealership) during 2-5 years of ownership. Now it has completely stopped working, and window is stuck up.

- Chico, CA, USA

problem #57

Jun 202016

CR-V

  • 60,634 miles
10-year-old Honda CR-V with only 60K miles experienced failure of two key sensors in June 2016: 1) the vsa/ABS control module, and 2) the air/fuel ratio sensor. The failure of #1 caused the ABS and tcs lights on the instrument panel to turn on; and the loss of #2 caused the "check engine" light to turn on. Total cost to replace both via non-dealer mechanic was $2,425, which owner paid. Online research indicates this is a common failure for this make/model, so filing complaint with NHTSA for the public record.

- Waukesha, WI, USA

problem #56

Dec 202016

CR-V

  • miles
The contact owns a 2006 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that the instrument cluster failed to illuminate. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the cluster needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage and VIN were unknown.

- Dennis Port, MA, USA

problem #55

Jan 032017

CR-V

  • miles
Takata recall low beam headlight stops working headlight bulbs continue to blow. Then can blow after a couple of months

- Merced, CA, USA

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