How many rear fog lights does a Honda CRV have?
In short, the number depends on the market. North American CR-Vs typically lack a rear fog light, while many European and other international models include a single rear fog lamp.
Rear fog lighting is governed by local regulations and common practice. When present, Honda usually equips CR-V with one rear fog light; two rear fog lights are uncommon on this model. The configuration can vary by generation and trim, but the standard US-spec CR-V has none.
Regional differences determine the count
Market-specific regulations and vehicle imports explain why some CR-Vs are built with a rear fog lamp while others are not. The following reflects typical practice for current-generation cars:
- United States and Canada: No rear fog light on CR‑V models sold there.
- Europe and many other international markets: One rear fog light is standard where required or customary.
In practice, the count is either zero or one depending on market; buyers outside North America should expect one rear fog lamp if the car is European-spec or similarly equipped.
Placement and operation when equipped
Where the lamp sits and how it operates varies by generation. In many European-market CR‑Vs, the rear fog light is a dedicated lamp either in the bumper or integrated into the tail light assembly. When present, it is activated via the vehicle’s exterior-light controls in low-visibility conditions, following local standards.
Indicators for buyers and owners
To confirm whether a specific CR‑V has a rear fog light, check the tail area for a dedicated lamp in the bumper or tail cluster, and consult the manufacturer's documentation or VIN-level build data. Dealerships can verify regional specifications for a given vehicle.
Summary
The key takeaway is simple: the Honda CR-V’s rear fog light count is market-dependent — zero in North American models, one in many non‑North American markets, with placement and activation varying by generation.
