NHTSA recall 12V486000
Electrical system
Honda CR-V
Reported Oct 5, 2012268,655 vehicles affectedHonda (American Honda Motor Co.)Maker’s number S61Built Feb 19, 2002 – Sep 20, 2002
The defect
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 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.
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