2002 Honda Civic Headlights Problems
- 15
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 15 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- headlights failed · 6 records
- exterior lighting · 6 records
- lighting headlights · 6 records
- included recall · 5 records
- high beam · 4 records
- high beams · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Headlights
Low beam headlights failed to work when driver switched from high to low beam. American honda motor company and local dealer contacted. I was informed that this individual vehicle was not a part of nhtsa campaign 04v086000. I would like to register my complaint as i find it ironic that the same problem would occur on vehicles not included in the original recall. *jb
ODI 10461703
Headlights · Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda civic . The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the headlights failed. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 04v086000 (exterior lighting:headlights). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 161,000.…
ODI 10451155
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Headlights · Visibility
Both low beams failed at the same time. High beams unaffected. Inspected combination switch and connector, switch is failing and low beam wire and connector is discolored indicating overheating. It is obvious that nhtsa recall 04v086000 / honda service bulletin 04-015 applies to this vehicle even though the honda service bulletin and dealer claims it is out of range... Updated 02/06/12*bf . *tr
ODI 10443936
Headlights
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda civic. While driving approximately 50 mph, the headlights failed without warning. The contact stated the failure was a constant occurrence. The contact had to engage the high beam lights whenever operating the vehicle at night. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they were unable to diagnose the failure. The mechanic informed the contact there was a recall under…
ODI 10399988
Headlights
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda civic. The contact smelled a burning odor near the dashboard. The low beam headlights have failed. The high beam lights work normally; however, the low beams do not. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer, but the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in recall campaign number 04v086000, exterior lighting:headlights. The failure and current mileages were 210,000.
Fire reported
ODI 10361190
Headlights
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda civic. The low beams on the vehicle do not work at all. The dealer stated that the repair was the contact's responsibility. He was informed that his vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 04v086000 (exterior lighting:headlights). The failure mileage was 120,000. Updated 10/03/08 *bf the consumer stated the low beams failed to work, however the high beams did work. Updated…
ODI 10242384
Headlights
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 honda civic. While driving 50 mph, the headlights failed unexpectedly. There were no warning indicators or noise. No other equipment failed. The contact switched to the high beams for better visibility. The weather was not a factor. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and they stated that the combination light switch was defective. The contact wanted nhtsa campaign id number 04v086000…
ODI 10208187
Headlights
Low beams quit working while driving down the road, high beams still work, noticed that there was a recall on this same exact situation, but vehicle was not included in that recall. *jb
ODI 10204321
Headlights
Tl *- the 2002 honda civic had 108,000 miles when the headlights started flickering on and off. At present, the low beam lights will not turn on, but the high beam lights will. The mechanic diagnosed the failure as a burned damaged coupler at the light switch. The contact stated that there was a recall for the same problem with the same year/make and model , however , this vehicle was not included in the recall due…
ODI 10180618
Headlights
Dt*: the contact stated the headlights failed to illuminate while driving 45 mph. The service dealer and manufacturer were notified and the contact was informed the vehicle was not included in recall #04v086000, for exterior lighting, headlights due to the vin. Updated 10/18/2006 - *nm
ODI 10169834
Headlights
Dt*: the contact stated upon inspection of the vehicle moisture was noticed inside the driver side headlight. The manufacturer was alerted however no inspections have been made.
ODI 10157380
Headlights
The low beams on the headlights are not operating even after nhtsa campaign 04v086000 repairs were performed. This made the ability to see the road difficult at night.*ak
ODI 10109043
Headlights
While driving, the headlights went out without warning, leaving the consumer without vision of the road. An independent shop replaced both wire harness and bulbs. Dealer notified. Please provide more information. *jb
ODI 10064807
Headlights
While driving at night headlights shut off without warning. The service dealer stated that the headlight harness switch overheated, causing an electrical short. A recall was issued. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak *sc *jb
ODI 10063487
Front · Headlights · Steering
The suspension of this vehicle had been lowered by dealership,resulting in steering problems. The ability to make turns were more difficult than normal. Tires squealed when turning corners. Also, altered headlights, which caused bulbs to break. *ak
ODI 10044046