Honda CR-V Recall R/2012/114: Fire May Occur, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 20 Nov 2012
- Launched
- 77,301
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2012/114
- DVSA reference
Honda recalled CR-V vehicles built between 7 November 2001 and 6 October 2006. It is possible moisture or other fluids may enter the drivers window and contaminate the main power window switch. The dealer will check the switch. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
It is possible moisture or other fluids may enter the drivers window and contaminate the main power window switch. If this occurs and the switch is damaged it could overheat and cause it to melt and/or smoke. If this situation is not identified it could result in a vehicle fire.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FIRE MAY OCCUR Defect: It is possible moisture or other fluids may enter the drivers window and contaminate the main power window switch. If this occurs and the switch is damaged it could overheat and cause it to melt and/or smoke. If this situation is not identified it could result in a vehicle fire. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and check the switch. If the switch is not damaged a waterproof cover will be fitted. If the switch is damaged it will be replaced and a waterproof cover will be fitted.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in a vehicle fire.
The Fix
The dealer will check the switch.
Are You Affected?
CR-V built between 7 November 2001 and 6 October 2006 may be included. Honda estimates 77,301 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Honda, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Honda.
- Book with any franchised Honda dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2012/114. See how to get a Honda recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| CR-VLiquid could enter the power window master switch and a short circuit could occur | Urgent | R/2020/377 | |
| Accord, Civic, CR-V, EV Plus and 4 moreThe absorption of moisture into the driver's air bag propellant could lead to slow deployment or inflator rupture | Urgent | R/2020/061 | |
| Civic, CR-V, HR-V, Jazz and 1 moreVehicles may be equipped with a fuel pump module manufactured with low density impellars | Urgent | R/2020/186 | |
| Civic, CR-V, HR-VThe regulatory requirement for emissions levels are not met | Low | R/2020/008 | |
| Civic, CR-V, JazzPossible air bag inflator rupture | Urgent | R/2019/246 |
This is one of 96 Honda recalls in DVSA’s data. The Honda recall launched before it was R/2012/122 on 13 Nov 2012, for vehicle may move unexpectedly. The one launched after it was RSPV/2012/012 on 14 Jan 2013, for suspension may fail. You can also see every Honda recall, the Honda CR-V recall history, all recalls launched in 2012 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2012/114, launched 20 November 2012. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.