Headlight Switch Problems of Honda Pilot

When the headlight switch is set to low beam, the headlights do not come on. The high beams and courtesy lights work. When switching the lever quickly between high and low, they do come on, but after driving a few miles, the low beam quit working and I have to use the high beams. I noticed a recall for this safety issue for 2005 Honda Pilots but when entering my VIN, a recall is not shown.

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Honda replaced the low beam headlight switch (nthsa ref #15v320000) in 2013 and now the same issue has happened again (both headlight low beams went out at the same time) and Honda says they are not liable. Its the same problem as before. It appears Honda simply replaced the faulty switch with another faulty without any kind of repair of different manufacturing of the new switch.

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Turn signal switch turns on high beam headlights.

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I tried to turn my headlights on in my driveway and the low beams would not come on. I shut the car off and tried again, and the low beams came on. After the low beams started working again I tried to turn the high beams on, and they would not work, and have not worked since. I spoke to the dealer and they said that the recall for the headlight wiring harness only affects the low beams. They also said that I would have to pay the diagnoses fee. It is noted in the recall which is NHTSA recall campaign number : 12v136000 that the dealer will replace either the wiring harness or the lighting switch as necessary, free of charge. The dealer also said that they had never heard of this issue (which is clearly documented). Honda needs to let the dealers that they are obligated to fix this problem. The dealer also told me that I was not a customer of theirs because I did not buy the car there or receive regular services there, and that I should just pay the diagnoses fee so that they could pay their technicians. Needless to say the dealer was no help and is the only one in my area. Screw you Honda, and scholfield Honda as well.

Tl-the contact owns a 2005 Honda Pilot. The contact was driving approximately 45 mph with the headlights activated when both headlights suddenly failed to illuminate. The high beam headlights were engaged in order for the contact to continue driving. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the headlight dimmer switch was replaced at the owner's expense. There was a recall related to the defect under NHTSA campaign id number 12v136000 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch) however, the contact's vehicle was ineligible for repairs under the recall because the headlight connector was not exposed to heat damage. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 133,000. Kmj.

Tl- the contact owns a 2006 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that the head lights failed. The contact stated that she became aware of recall NHTSA campaign id number: 12v136000 (exterior lighting: headlights: switch). The contact stated that she believed the vehicle was not included since the recall was not for her model year. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was unknown. Pmb.

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Vehicle low beams stopped working. Further investigation showed charred wire and melted connector. This issue has been recognized by Honda for the same model on an earlier model year (NHTSA id 12v136000). Honda part designations and failure description match recall. I would recommend Honda expand recall to cover all effected vehicles.

The contact owns a 2005 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while using either turn signal, the headlights temporarily fail. The contact stated that over time, the headlights have completed failed. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic and was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that NHTSA campaign id number: 12v136000 (exterior lighting: headlights: switch) was not related to their issue. The failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 64,696.

While driving home after dark, we suddenly lost both dim headlights. Have tried replacing bulbs, fuses, relays, steering column switch and nothing as worked. Checked recalls online and this same problem happened in the 2003 Pilot to which there was a recall. Same parts I understand. Luckily, there was no traffic and we were able to stop and figure out that we still had bright lights and could continue home, but having 3 children in the car and driving blind was a horrific experience and this should be added to the list of recall.

My low beam passenger headlight socket melted resulting in the headlight to become inoperative. It has significantly reduced my visibility and increased the risk of a crash. The same issue has been recalled in the 2003 Honda Pilots, see NHTSA campaign id number 12v136000. Despite the fact that the same parts are also used in 2004 and 2005 Honda Pilots, these model years are not included in the recall for some unknown reason. Based on the number of complaints regarding this issue, it appears to be a common issue with 2004 and 2005 Honda Pilot owners. Please revise the recall provided above to also include 2004 and 2005 model years as well.

2003 Honda Pilot. Consumer writes in regards to recall 12v-136 concerning low beam headlights on December 7, 2011, the consumer took the vehicle in for service due to the a/c not working. The dealer found the blower motor transistor was faulty. The ac transistor was replaced and re-tested and operating normally. The consumer stated prior to taking the vehicle in to replace the ac transistor, the low and high beam headlights were working. The very next morning, she discovered the low beam headlights were no longer working. On December 13, 2011 both low beam headlights were replaced at a cost of $ 142. 06. In April 2012. The low beam headlights would go off for a few days and then come back on again. On may 10, 2012, the consumer received a recall notice in the mail, stating the low beam terminal would be replaced, and if necessary the combination lighting switch would be replaced too. On the same day the she received the notice, the low beam headlights went out again. The consumer informed the dealer, the low beams weren't working and they advised her that the low beam bulbs needed to be replaced. The consumer asked the dealer, would replacing the low beam terminal fix the problem, and the service advisor responded by saying no, as the terminal had nothing to with the low beam. The vehicle was serviced and later that afternoon, the low beam lights were working again. On may 21, 2012. The low beam head lights failed again. The consumer stated the dealer only replaced the combination light switch and not the low beam terminal. The low beams are currently not working, which is forcing the consumer to use the high beam lights.

The contact owns a 2005 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that the low beam headlights did not illuminate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and they advised her that the headlight switch melted into two pieces and caused the failure. The low beam switch was repaired three times prior. The manufacturer was notified and they offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.

Driving along highway, headlights fail to turn on. Brights work. Unable to use headlights for any driving. Checked fuses all good, though incorrect marking on a 15a fuse slot that is 20a. All lights bulbs are good, even replaced to be sure. Found melted 16 pin connector with combination stalk switch. Unable to repair yet.

My wife called me one morning on her way to the shop. She was frantic saying "my steering wheel is smoking. I don't know what to do. I'm just about a minute from the shop. Should I pull over or just try to make it to the shop?" I told her, if it's not too bad and she is that close just keep coming unless it gets worse. When she made it to the shop, I pulled off the plastic cover around the steering column. And found the yellow wire going to the headlamp switch burnt. The molex plug and headlamp switch were also melted. I called local Honda dealer and asked them if their was a recall for this. They said no. Also saying this never happens. I had to purchase a new headlamp switch and make repairs to the wiring and plug. I own an automotive shop. If not this would have been a very costly repair. . I also have pictures of the burnt wire and molten plug and switch if needed. . . Updated 04/19/12 updated 05/11/12 updated 05/17/2012.

While driving the vehicle at night the consumer can only see about 25 feet ahead. Dealer has been notified.