Electrical System Problems of Honda Element

Honda Element owners have reported 102 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 13 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (51 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's ignition switch (9 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Electrical System problems of Honda Element

The Electrical System problem

I was driving and my odometer light and dash lights went dim on me. I changed the bulbs it didn't make a difference. I had to replace the instrument cluster. Other complaint is drivers seat keeps loosening from the floor   Read details...

The Ignition Switch problem

2003 Honda Element. Consumer writes in regards to passenger side airbag and ignition switch safety recall. The consumer stated the vehicle was improperly repaired during the recall repair process.   Read details...

The Horn Assembly problem

The contact owns a 2005 Honda Element. While driving 55 mph, the contact discovered that her horn was no longer working. She has scheduled an appointment with the dealer to inspect the vehicle. The failure mileage was 44,050.   Read details...

The Instrument Panel problem

2007 Honda Element. Consumer writes in regards to the instrument cluster. The consumer stated as she was backing out of the driveway the rpm in the instrument cluster fell out. The next day, as she pulled out of the driveway, the temperature and speed needles fell out.   Read details...

The Ignition problem

2003 Honda Element. Consumer writes in regard to Honda safety recall concerning ignition interlock system failure. The consumer stated the vehicle was not included the recall. The consumer requested to be reimbursed for the cost of repairs.   Read details...




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