Investigation PE10047: 2005–2006 Honda CR-V

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Nov 22, 2010

Closed

Apr 15, 2011

Model years

2005–2006

Subject

Driver's Master Power Window Switch

Component: Electrical system

Summary

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 reports provided by Honda in response to ODI's Information Request appear consistent with ODI's Vehicle Owner's Questionnaire reports. Based on the information provided by Honda in response to this preliminary evaluation and its ongoing analysis, the investigation will be upgraded to engineering analysis EA11-004 to further study the issue.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 2006 Honda CR-V398 complaints
• 2005 Honda CR-V479 complaints