NHTSA Complaint #11435865 — 2016 HONDA HR-V

EXTERIOR LIGHTING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11435865
Vehicle	2016 HONDA HR-V
Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Date of Incident	September 7, 2021
Date Filed	October 7, 2021
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MA

Consumer Description

I have a 2016 HR-V A large amount of water gets trapped inside the rear tail light which can short out the lights if not repaired. I noticed it after hearing water sloshing around every time I opened the rear trunk. This is a manufacturing defect and a definite safety issue for Honda. Problem has been an issue since at least 2017 but nothing has been done. Others have reported this as well. Took it to Honda dealer who claimed no knowledge of any issues like this

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