NHTSA Recall 12V486000: Power window devices and controls (visibility) and electrical system
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 268,655 vehicles. It affects 2002–2006 Honda CR-V.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V486000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | S61 |
| Components | VISIBILITY › POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | October 5, 2012 |
| Owner notification | November 2, 2012 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Honda is recalling certain model year 2002-2006 CR-V passenger vehicles, manufactured from February 19, 2002, through July 28, 2006. The driver-side power window switch may fail or melt.
Safety risk
If the switch fails, it could overheat, smoke, and cause a fire. A switch failure, and a fire, could occur even if the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the recall repair has been performed.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the switches, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 2, 2012. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
Honda's campaign recall number is S61. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V486000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.