Update:

I looked at the connection, it looks like either the wire or connection wasn't built to support the power coming in.
I'm not sure what to do as a temporary solution. Perhaps some connection grease???





My original post

I bought a used 07 honda fit. On day 2 I turn the car on, flip the headlight switch all the signal light turns on. I check the rear lights also and they were off. I turn the headlight switch off and on...same issue, I did this a few times within 45 seconds.

I was thinking a fuse must of blown. Wait a few minutes (car never moved, nor did I touch anything), tried again and everything turns on except left yellow (mid light).

I goto wash the car and turn the switch on again, now EVERY Light turns on.

I'm lost.

BTW THE HIGHBEAM ALWAYS WORKED...


After some research this is a KNOWN ISSUE, which honda has yet to recall. This is dangerous considering the lights shutting off @ night on the highway.

There's a recall for the early 2002 civics for the exact issue.
2002 Honda CIVIC Recall ID from NHTSA: 04V086000
Auto Recall Date: 02/24/2004
Vehicle Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Estimated Vehicles Affected: 440000
2002 HONDA CIVIC Defect Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE LOW-BEAM TERMINAL ON THE HEAD LIGHT WIRE HARNESS CAN OVERHEAT AND COULD CAUSE THE LOW BEAMS TO FAIL WITHOUT WARNING.
Defect Consequence:
AN UNEXPECTED LOSS OF LOW BEAMS COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE HEAD LIGHT SWITCH AND COUPLER FOR SIGNS OF HEAT DAMAGE. IF HEAT DAMAGE IS PRESENT, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE SWITCH AND COUPLER. IF NO HEAT DAMAGE IS PRESENT, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE HEAD LIGHT SWITCH AND ONE MATING PIN IN THE COUPLER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON APRIL 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Notes: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.), P23


My research.
http://www.honda-tech.com/showthread.php?t=2723596
Honda Fit Lighting and Electrical Questions - CarSpace Automotive Forums

 

I have the same issue did you get your fixed? Honda said it was the light switch. So I ordered the part.

 

have you tried calling Honda directly?

 

yes called honda of america.... they say to report to

National Transportation Safety Board


so I did...

It will only be recalled if enough people report it to NTSB

 

what did you do to fix the lights?
will we get reimbursed if the recall happens?

 

Today it happened to me. During a long time driving I felt something like burn plastic. I turned the lights OFF and from that moment I can't turn the headlights ON. Only parking light and high beam are working...
I disconnected the connector under steering column cover and found this.
Now I see I'm not only one with this issue...

 

Holy crap!