Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (battery, alternator, wiring, ignition, instrument cluster, infotainment).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2006 Honda CR-V owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
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
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.
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
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.
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!
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Honda CR-v. While the vehicle was idling, the vehicle had trouble starting. Upon inspection, the driver side door began smoking. The contact noticed flames coming from the driver side door. The contact was able to extinguish the flames and disconnect the battery. All the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. Prior to the failure, the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 12V486000 (electrical system, visibility). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000. The VIN was not provided.
Tl* the contact owned a 2006 Honda CR-v. While operating the vehicle, the power steering suddenly malfunctioned and the steering wheel became very difficult to turn before the vehicle shut off. Moments later, the vehicle caught fire and the fire department extinguished the flames. The vehicle was destroyed. The fire department determined that the fire was due to an electrical failure in the vehicle. There were no injuries and a report was not filed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 100,000.
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. …
While driving my 2006 Honda CR-v I noticed a very strong burning smell that smelled like an electrical fire. It was very strong and I thought it was coming from the vehicle in front of me. I was at an outlet center in lk george , ny with 4 others in my car. We all were overwhelmed on how strong the odor was. I pulled out of the outlet driveway to get into the road so I could turn into the next outlet entrance. As I turned into the next outlet entrance , my driver's side window went down on its own a few seconds later I noticed smoke coming from the master window control and from my speaker panel below it. I stopped the car and had everyone get out. .911 was called and a firetruck came. The firemen took the inside panel of my car door off and found there were burned electrical wires that had caused melting within the door. There is no recall on this model Honda. …
Tl* the contact owned a 2006 Honda CR-v. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked and shut off for approximately one hour when the front driver's door caught on fire. The fire department appeared on the scene to extinguish the fire. The fire department also stated that the fire was due to faulty wiring within the door panel. The contact also stated that prior to the failure, he left the front driver's window down slightly during rainy conditions. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to an insurance facility. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 11V456000 (electrical system). The failure and current mileages were 80,000. Updated 12/19/11....update 01/20/12 updated 02/29/12 updated 06/04/12 updated 08/09/2012
Related recalls
Electrical system
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.
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.
Electrical system
Honda is recalling certain model year 2006 cr-v passenger cars manufactured from October 3, 2005, through July 21, 2006. The driver-side power window switch May fail or melt.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side power window switch assembly free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about October 5, 2011.
NHTSA investigations
Driver's Master Power Window Switch
This investigation was opened based on three Vehicle Owner's Questionnaire reports alleging smoke and fire occurred inside of the driver's door.The complainants reported that the master power window switch and, in some cases its wiring harness, had sustained heat related damage and required replacement.Since opening the investigation the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received two additional reports.The…
Driver's Power Window Master Switch
This investigation was prompted by Preliminary Evaluation (PE) 10-047 and was based on reports from consumers alleging that smoke and/or fire, as defined in 49 CFR ? 579.4, had occurred inside of the driver's door.The subject vehicles, model year (MY) 2006 CR-V, were manufactured at two different assembly plants.The vehicles manufactured in Japan (Sayama plant) were produced with a power window master switch (PWMS)…
Electrical complaints in other CR-V years
Frequently asked questions
How common are electrical problems on the 2006 Honda CR-V?
NHTSA has 75 complaints about the electrical system of the 2006 Honda CR-V, 19% of the model year's 398 complaints. The component named most often is wiring (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2006 Honda CR-V electrical problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 12V-486 (electrical system, Oct 5, 2012); NHTSA recall 11V-456 (electrical system, Sep 7, 2011). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2006 Honda CR-V electrical problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 76,000 miles, and 9% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 11 fires and 0 injuries to electrical system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.