Honda Element owners have reported 24 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's exterior lighting (12 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlights (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting problems | |
| Headlights problems | |
| Headlight Switch problems | |
| Brake Light problems | |
| High/low Beam Switch problems |
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...
Drivers side door key ceased to work as stated numerous times by others. Only way to get in and lock the door is from passenger side. . . Placing driver in unsafe and vunerable position. Also when driving slowly approx 10 mph car has frequently irractically accelerated of its own accord. Read details...
Owner was driving for roughly 30 minutes when she stopped for gas and after restarting car neither one of her headlights were working. Her high beams continued to work and had to be used. Owner was told by mechanic that the headlight switch had over heated and burned the wiring within the switch. Read details...
Airbag warning lights will come on for no reason saying passenger airbag is off and it is not off. This happens at least once a week. This happens at various times, cranking vehicle, driving vehicle, there is really no specific situation . It's sporadic. Headlights have always been dim. Read details...
2006 Honda Element. Consumer writes in regards to defective low beam headlight combination switch wire harness connector recall notice. The consumer stated she experienced the same problem with her headlights as noted in the recall. Read details...