2007 Honda Element Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 6%of 112 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 18,550miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the visibility of the 2007 Honda Element, 6% of the 112 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 18,550 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Spontaneous windshield crack on 2007 Honda Element. Lower passenger side crack occurred while I was sitting in car; no impact event, only defroster in cold weather. Dealer examined and claims 'stone pit' and refused to cover on warranty, but there is no visible pit nor anything that can be felt with finger. 19,100k miles. Classic crack story typical of many other Honda elements, and classic 'stonewall treatment' by Honda dealer as reported by other Honda Element owners.”
NHTSA complaint #10220222, filed 2008-03, 19,100 miles“The contact owns a 2007 Honda Element. When the contact started the ignition, the automatic air circulation fan activated. Suddenly, the rear tailgate window glass shattered into pieces. There were no prior warnings or injuries. The insurance company was notified. The vehicle is in the process of being repaired. The VIN was unable to be entered into the system. The failure and current mileages were 18,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10275842, filed 2009-07, 18,000 miles“Honda Element purchased 4/16/07: a chip a week on windshield! Today is 4/28/07. Internet search shows history with Element windshields. Called salesman, its our roads...repair dept. Just want to get a complaint on record since there is a class action lawsuit for other recent years.”
NHTSA complaint #10189164, filed 2007-04“2007 Honda Element, purchased march of 2007. February 15, 2008 crack showed up on windshield starting from right side frame of windshield, growing daily.”
NHTSA complaint #10218270, filed 2008-02Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 2 | 18% |
| 2010 | 3 | 10% |
| 2009 | 1 | 3% |
| 2008 | 6 | 5% |
| 2007 | 7 | 6% |
| 2006 | 13 | 11% |
| 2005 | 13 | 8% |
| 2004 | 107 | 38% |
| 2003 | 226 | 53% |
Other parts of the 2007 Honda Element
27 complaintsElectrical system
22 complaintsBrakes
18 complaintsSuspension
14 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsEngine
7 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsElectronic stability control
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsWheels
4 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Honda Element
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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