2012 HONDA CR-V

3 recalls, 515 complaints - 135 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating

13V143000 Apr 15, 2013
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
Honda is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 CR-V, Odyssey, and model year 2013 Acura RDX vehicles. During sub-freezing temperatures, the brake-shift interlock blocking mechanism may become slow and allow the gear selector to be moved from the Park position without pressing the brake pedal. As ... Read more
Consequence
If the gear selector is moved from the park position without pressing the brake pedal it can allow the vehicle to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicle to a Honda or Acura dealer. The dealer will install an updated brake shift interlock blocking mechanism free of charge. The recall began on May 13, 2013. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's campaign recall numbers a... Read more
204,169 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
12V501000 Oct 16, 2012
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 CR-V, equipped with the LX trim level and manufactured from August 30, 2012, to August 31, 2012. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification." The incorrect values for Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, Gross Axle Weig... Read more
Consequence
A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading. Improper loading could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will apply the corrective label free of charge. The safety recall began on November 14, 2012. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
264 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
12V338000 Jul 19, 2012
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Defect Description
Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 Honda CR-V and model year 2013 Acura ILX vehicles. If the manual or power door lock is activated while an interior front door handle is being operated by an occupant, the cable connecting the interior door handle to the door latch mechanism may become loos... Read more
Consequence
If the door is not fully latched, the door may open while driving or in a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury to the vehicle occupants.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front door latch assemblies in the affected vehicles, free of charge. Additionally, the interior front door handles in certain Honda CR-Vs will also be replaced, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or about, August 16, 2... Read more
172,837 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Complaint Statistics

515 total complaints 51 crashes 6 fires 46 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE91
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM65
POWER TRAIN52
UNKNOWN OR OTHER50
STEERING35
AIR BAGS30
SERVICE BRAKES26
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL24
VISIBILITY/WIPER23
STRUCTURE:BODY16
SUSPENSION Aug 31, 2026
Incident date: Aug 19, 2026
The contact owns a 2012 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle pulled to the left. The driver pulled over, and the vehicle was towed to the residence. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the rear driver's side wheel suspension assembly had det... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 31, 2026
Incident date: Apr 30, 2025
Driving on the interstate, my moonroof exploded. Sunny day April 30, 2025. Nothing hit the roof. Thankfully I had the shade closed. I purchased a replacement roof from a local salvage yard and no issues with the replacement.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 28, 2026
Incident date: Sep 17, 2025
2012 Honda CR-V - I've had to replace my battery multiple times. I would go out the car and it would be dead. I even tried replacing the alternator. I am replacing batteries at an average of every 2.5 years. Honda tells me I can do a diagnostic test for $189. I see there are repeated complaints abou... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST Jul 28, 2026
Incident date: Sep 13, 2023
While driving on a road with a round about as I entered into the round about turn the vehicle lane keeping assist pulled the wheels and caused me to slam into the curb damaging the passenger side front and back wheel. It shoved the front wheel back into the inner fender wheel well and made the vehic... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Jul 8, 2026
Incident date: Jul 8, 2026
The braking system does not engage properly and is worse in the rain. When adaptive cruise control is on, the car does not slow down at every instance when there is a car in front slowing down. When the car finally realizes there's an object/car in front it then slips before engaging in traction con... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Jul 6, 2026
Incident date: Apr 8, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated tha... Read more
SEAT BELTS Jul 6, 2026
Incident date: Apr 8, 2026
The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Palisade. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V607000 (SEAT BELTS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the m... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 26, 2026
Incident date: Jun 26, 2026
AFTER BEING PARKED OUT I THE SUN, AT ABOUT NOON, STARTED CAR AND DROVE FROM PARING LOT CAR RESPNSE TO TROTLE INPUTS ERATTIC AND HARD TO JUDGE FOUND A PLACE TO SAFELY PARK, REBOOTED CAR COMPUTER, AND THEN WAS ALE TO DRIVE HOME (145 MILES) CRUISE CONTROLL DID NOT WORK. WHEN HOME, CALLED BMW, REQUE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Jun 26, 2026
Incident date: Jun 26, 2026
AFTER BEING PARKED OUT I THE SUN, AT ABOUT NOON, STARTED CAR AND DROVE FROM PARING LOT CAR RESPNSE TO TROTLE INPUTS ERATTIC AND HARD TO JUDGE FOUND A PLACE TO SAFELY PARK, REBOOTED CAR COMPUTER, AND THEN WAS ALE TO DRIVE HOME (145 MILES) CRUISE CONTROLL DID NOT WORK. WHEN HOME, CALLED BMW, REQUE... Read more
STEERING Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Jun 16, 2026
Recurring Stabilitrack issues while driving. Reset system replaced fuses and issue keeps happening. Bringing for further service.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 5, 2026
Incident date: Apr 22, 2026
In November of 2025 the vehicle displayed a "Check Eletrical System" error message. Shortly thereafter the vehicle decelerated to under 10mph as we were turning into traffic. We were able to drive it home (less than 1mi away) and then called the Dealership. The car was then towed to the dealer (but... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 5, 2026
Incident date: Apr 22, 2026
Service four-wheel-drive warning light comes on – intermittently and randomly car still drives but vibrates just a little started at 36,000 miles and continues at 39,000 miles.
POWER TRAIN May 4, 2026
Incident date: May 15, 2023
Vehicle has a major safety defect unknown as to component causing. While driving at freeway speeds the vehicle suddenly has sudden jolt as if vehicle switched into park suddenly. This causes seatbelt tensioner to lock and for the 0.5 to 1 second speed reduced instantly as if slamming on brakes causi... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Mar 11, 2026
Incident date: Mar 6, 2026
0 The vehicle has a CVT transmission failure causing severe shuddering, jerking, and progressive loss of acceleration. Initially the vehicle would not exceed 20 mph, then worsened to 15 mph, then 10 mph, and now will not exceed 5 mph. The issue consistently occurs after the vehicle has been driven f... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 11, 2026
Incident date: Mar 6, 2026
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Leaf. The contact stated that while attempting to charge the vehicle, the vehicle failed to charge using the fast-charging mode. The vehicle was charged in the slow-charging mode, which took 8 hours to charge the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicl... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Mar 7, 2026
Incident date: Oct 15, 2025
I own a 2013 Ford Fusion SE with a 1.6L EcoBoost engine. Prior to the incident, the vehicle displayed a “Check Charging System” warning and the engine overheated. After parking the vehicle and shutting it off, a fire started under the hood in the engine compartment. The fire occurred shortly aft... Read more
Fire
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION Feb 16, 2026
Incident date: Dec 19, 2025
Car software automatic update and sensor stuff not workin at all when some thing happen & Dealer Can’t fix that problem need to priority service from NHTSA
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Feb 16, 2026
Incident date: Dec 19, 2025
While driving, both the digital instrument cluster and the center infotainment screen will randomly freeze, become completely unresponsive, or shut off entirely. This occurs without warning and while the vehicle is in motion. When the instrument cluster freezes or turns off, critical driving inform... Read more
ENGINE Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Oct 15, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was a loud rattling sound coming from the engine compartment, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked... Read more
ENGINE Nov 14, 2025
Incident date: Nov 13, 2025
Head gasket failure. coolant leak into engine block. Replaced engine at a cost of $3900
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Nov 14, 2025
Incident date: Nov 13, 2025
Front camera quit working and it costs 2000 to replace which is absolutely ridiculous for a 2024 car. It should not have went out in a year and a half. It causes all the safety things on the car to not work properly.
SERVICE BRAKES Nov 7, 2025
Incident date: Nov 6, 2025
Bought truck on 2/25,. 7/15/25, wife went to store took truck. When she went to stop truck noticed brake pedal was going down but truck stop. Brake light went on so she turned around home. She drove slow when she reached the front of house pressed brake to stop truck brake pedal went all the way do... Read more
POWER TRAIN Nov 7, 2025
Incident date: Nov 6, 2025
I was driving the vehicle and without warning it just stopped shut off and immediately shot an error code that there was a critical issue with the engine and that the oil pressure was low, and the vehicle would not start and was not drivable. It had to be towed to a dealership.
ENGINE Oct 24, 2025
Incident date: Oct 15, 2025
Coolant intrusion in engine
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Sep 19, 2025
Incident date: Apr 7, 2025
We have owned this vehicle for about 4 months. During that time, it has displayed dozens of error messages about the vehicle's safety systems. Most commonly, it indicates that the safety systems are not available at all. There are also persistent warning lights about faults in the safety systems. Ev... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Sep 14, 2025
Incident date: Sep 8, 2025
When shifting the gear shifter to reverse the back up camera is distorted and flickers and changes into color like green and static lines. The back up sound to alert something is behind the car will delay the sound to let u know something is there. It’s not every time this happens but 6 out of 10 ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Aug 22, 2025
Incident date: Aug 8, 2025
The contact owned a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH up and down the street on the fourth trip, the vehicle pulled to the left and suddenly accelerated, traveled over the curb, went through a sign on a pole, vegetation, and crashed into a concrete planter b... Read more
Crash 1 injured
POWER TRAIN Aug 13, 2025
Incident date: Jul 1, 2025
Since late last year we have experienced intermittent shift slippage when going from just starting out to automatically shifting to next gear. This has happened many times. We never knew about any recall until we took vehicle to dealer ( Manahawkin Jeep ) for another issue with the oil filter housin... Read more
SUSPENSION Aug 2, 2025
Incident date: Jul 17, 2025
Lower passenger coil spring isolator loose causing spring and upper isolator to fall out while driving Dealership stated recall was done 6/23 and was out of warranty for that recall. But everything in that suspension is OEM with the old part numbers not the ones in the recall..
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jun 17, 2025
Incident date: Jun 17, 2025
The car started jerking and the check engine light came on. I had to have it towed to my house. We can't get the car to do anything now. We get it started for 5 seconds, the engine completely dies
ENGINE Jun 17, 2025
Incident date: Jun 17, 2025
The car started jerking and the check engine light came on. I had to have it towed to my house. We can't get the car to do anything now. We get it started for 5 seconds, the engine completely dies
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR Jun 17, 2025
Incident date: Jun 17, 2025
The contact owns a 2025 Tiffin Wayfarer RV built on a 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 Chassis. The contact stated that the sideview mirrors were vibrating while idling and while driving at various speeds, reducing the visibility of the roadway. The contact stated that the failure was more pronounce... Read more
POWER TRAIN May 15, 2025
Incident date: Apr 21, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission unintendedly shifted from drive(D) into park(P), with the message “Hill Start Assist Warning” displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and th... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 15, 2025
Incident date: Apr 21, 2025
GM has has a known issue with a switch/sensor placed at the base of the shifter that causes the “shift to park” error message that prevents the electrical system from shutting down when the vehicle is physically in park and the engine is turned off, In fact, GM has issued a recall for several d... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING May 15, 2025
Incident date: Apr 24, 2025
I was traveling on the interstate, going a little over 70 MPH as I was passing a tractor and trailer. There were no other vehicles in front of me. Suddenly the truck jerked like the breaks were being applied and my speed was quickly reduced to around 60 MPH. The heads up display showed a crash alert... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS Apr 30, 2025
Incident date: Apr 22, 2025
the front camera/ adaptive cruise control, pre collision assist, seems to have spontanteoulsy cut out while driving- a large bump in the road seems to have shook less the coaxial cable connections for the front camera in this car. This caused a fast and immediate deceleration that almost got me re... Read more
POWER TRAIN Apr 9, 2025
Incident date: Apr 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V896000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacture... Read more
ENGINE Feb 23, 2025
Incident date: Nov 8, 2024
Description: I have a concern that I will follow-up with a letter via USPS. Imagine driving your 2019 Honda Passport on an Interstate, Speed Limit is set at 70; your speed is 75; you're in the middle of the three lanes of travel; and your vehicle suddenly decelerates and every warning the vehicle ... Read more
POWER TRAIN Feb 23, 2025
Incident date: Nov 8, 2024
Description: I have a concern that I will follow-up with a letter via USPS. Imagine driving your 2019 Honda Passport on an Interstate, Speed Limit is set at 70; your speed is 75; you're in the middle of the three lanes of travel; and your vehicle suddenly decelerates and every warning the vehicle ... Read more
STRUCTURE Feb 14, 2025
Incident date: Feb 13, 2025
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (STRUCTURE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the m... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Feb 14, 2025
Incident date: Feb 13, 2025
Brake failure resulting from rusted brake lines. Vehicle has not been inspected by manufacturer police or any other entity. No warning lamps or other indicators that detected brake failure.
SERVICE BRAKES Jan 18, 2025
Incident date: Jan 18, 2025
The ABS, Brake, and Traction Control lights all illuminated while driving. I took it into a local shop, the computer scanned "brake accumulator leak". The accumulator is buzzing every 10 seconds and the brake fluid needs topping up. Now there is a brake fluid puddle under the car. The fix is to repa... Read more
AIR BAGS Jan 14, 2025
Incident date: Dec 14, 2024
The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving 30-35 MPH with the seat belt engaged, the vehicle in front of the contact suddenly stopped at a set of train tracks, and the contact crashed into the rear of the vehicle, and that vehicle crashed into the rear of the vehicl... Read more
Crash 1 injured
AIR BAGS Jan 10, 2025
Incident date: Jan 10, 2025
There is an open recall on 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid since Feb 2024. The authorized dealer/manufacturer is delaying the remedy stating the parts are not available yet. The details of the recall Date: Feb 01,2024 Manufacturer Recall Number: KHO NHTSA Recall Number: 24V-064 Recall Status: Recall Incompl... Read more
AIR BAGS Nov 18, 2024
Incident date: Feb 29, 2020
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Rav4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manu... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Nov 18, 2024
Incident date: Feb 29, 2020
The contact owned a 2022 Audi Q5. The contact stated that after completing an oil change at Jiffy Lube, the contact was informed that there was a minor oil leak coming from the oil pan to the top of the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the oil leak mig... Read more
Crash 1 injured
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE Nov 17, 2024
Incident date: Nov 16, 2024
When driving, the car will suddenly slow down and automatically will apply brake. Then, the warning light will pop on the dashboard. When I run the diagnostic, it shows that the car has C0023-12: Brake Diag Circuit on Failure.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 17, 2024
Incident date: Nov 16, 2024
When driving, the car will suddenly slow down and automatically will apply brake. Then, the warning light will pop on the dashboard. When I run the diagnostic, it shows that the car has C0023-12: Brake Diag Circuit on Failure.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Oct 16, 2024
Incident date: Oct 15, 2024
Engine light and problem with catalytic converter 2015 ford edge sel and seat driver ac air blowing make seat cold.
SEATS Jun 23, 2024
Incident date: Jun 21, 2024
There is a spring that it out of place and when I turned to get out of the seat it scratched my back.
1 injured

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2012 HONDA CR-V

2012 Honda CR-V SUV 4WD

CategoryRating
Overall Rating 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Driver 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 17.4%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningNo
Lane Departure WarningNo

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 HONDA CR-V

135 manufacturer communications from 68 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
140000 AIR BAGS19
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING17
060000 ENGINE (PWS)9
050000 PARKING BRAKE7
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE6
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY6
100000 POWER TRAIN5
350000 EQUIPMENT5
A19050B May 16, 2019
010000 STEERING
ServiceNews Article - When removing and installing a cable reel, you need to keep both the cable reel and the steering angle sensor in position. If you don't , the VSA indicator may come on along with one or more VSA DTCs. And when you run
A18-138 Feb 26, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
Service Bulletin - This bulletin has been cancelled because the collection is now complete. If you did the collection in this Service Bulletin on or before February 26, 2019 (RO date), use the Warranty Claim Information provided below.
A17-028 Jul 24, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
Service bulletin - 2012 CR-V Driver?s Airbag Inflator Collection. This bulletin has been cancelled because the collection is now complete.
A18-057 Jun 15, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement d
A16-063 Apr 11, 2018
173100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
Service bulletin - The tailgate won?t open from the outside handle in temperatures near freezing or colder, but will open in warmer temperatures. There is an internal failure of the tailgate outer handle switch.
A16-063 Jan 25, 2018
173100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
Service bulletin - The tailgate won?t open from the outside handle in temperatures near freezing or colder, but will open in warmer temperatures. There is an internal failure of the tailgate outer handle switch.
A16-063 Jan 25, 2018
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Service bulletin - The tailgate won?t open from the outside handle in temperatures near freezing or colder, but will open in warmer temperatures. There is an internal failure of the tailgate outer handle switch.
APaS01032018904 Jan 3, 2018
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2016 CR-Vs with a customer complaint of the front wiper motor inop completely or inop on certain speed setting. To fully understand the cause of this condit
APaS11272017907 Nov 27, 2017
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2016 CR-Vs with a customer complaint of the front wiper motor inop completely or inop on certain speed setting. To fully understand the cause of this condit
APaS11102017902 Nov 10, 2017
130000 VISIBILITY
Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2016 CR-Vs with a customer complaint of the front wiper motor inop completely or inop on certain speed setting. To fully understand the cause of this condit
A15-016 Aug 12, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service bulletin - The electric differential pressure solenoid (EDPS) in the rear differential has excessive oil pressure, causing the AWD indicator to come on and DTC C-1858-73 (differential fluid pressure deviation high) to set.
A15-086 May 25, 2017
020000 SUSPENSION
Service bulletin - A surge, vibration, or judder may be felt while driving under light acceleration. To minimize the possibility for the judder to occur, a software update for the transmission is available at the customer's request. Additio
A15-086 May 25, 2017
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin - A surge, vibration, or judder may be felt while driving under light acceleration. To minimize the possibility for the judder to occur, a software update for the transmission is available at the customer's request. Additio
A15-086 May 25, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service bulletin - A surge, vibration, or judder may be felt while driving under light acceleration. To minimize the possibility for the judder to occur, a software update for the transmission is available at the customer's request. Additio
A17-040 May 25, 2017
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin - A surge, vibration, or judder may be felt while driving under light acceleration. To minimize the possibility for the judder to occur, a software update for the transmission is available at the customer's request. Additio
A17-040 May 25, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service bulletin - A surge, vibration, or judder may be felt while driving under light acceleration. To minimize the possibility for the judder to occur, a software update for the transmission is available at the customer's request. Additio
A15-086 May 20, 2017
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Service bulletin - A surge, vibration, or judder may be felt while driving under light acceleration. To minimize the possibility for the judder to occur, a software update for the transmission is available at the customer's request. Additio
A15-086 May 20, 2017
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Service bulletin - A surge, vibration, or judder may be felt while driving under light acceleration. To minimize the possibility for the judder to occur, a software update for the transmission is available at the customer's request. Additio
A15-086 May 20, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service bulletin - A surge, vibration, or judder may be felt while driving under light acceleration. To minimize the possibility for the judder to occur, a software update for the transmission is available at the customer's request. Additio
A17-040 May 20, 2017
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin - to occur, a software update for the transmission is available at the customer's request. Additionally, the transmission fluid will be replaced. Complete 15-086 first to update the vehicle. If the judder returns after upda
A17-040 May 20, 2017
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Service bulletin - to occur, a software update for the transmission is available at the customer's request. Additionally, the transmission fluid will be replaced. Complete 15-086 first to update the vehicle. If the judder returns after upda
A17-040 May 20, 2017
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Service bulletin - to occur, a software update for the transmission is available at the customer's request. Additionally, the transmission fluid will be replaced. Complete 15-086 first to update the vehicle. If the judder returns after upda
A09-010 Feb 25, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE BULLETIN - AT COLD START-UP, THE ENGINE RATTLES LOUDLY FOR ABOUT 2 SECONDS. THE VARIABLE VALVE TIMING CONTROL (VTC) ACTUATOR IS DEFECTIVE.
A09-010 Feb 25, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SERVICE BULLETIN - AT COLD START-UP, THE ENGINE RATTLES LOUDLY FOR ABOUT 2 SECONDS. THE VARIABLE VALVE TIMING CONTROL (VTC) ACTUATOR IS DEFECTIVE.
A05-032 Nov 22, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
SERVICE BULLETIN - NAVIGATION SYSTEM INFORMATION.
A16063 Aug 23, 2016
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE POWER TAILGATE WON?T OPEN IN TEMPERATURES NEAR FREEZING OR COLDER, BUT WILL OPEN IN WARMER TEMPERATURES. THE CAUSE IS THE POWER TAILGATE OUTER HANDLE SWITCH DOESN?T WORK IN COLD WEATHER.
A15086 Aug 18, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE BULLETIN - A SURGE, VIBRATION, OR JUDDER MAY BE FELT WHILE DRIVING UNDER LIGHT ACCELERATION.
A15086 Aug 18, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SERVICE BULLETIN - A SURGE, VIBRATION, OR JUDDER MAY BE FELT WHILE DRIVING UNDER LIGHT ACCELERATION.
A15086 Jul 6, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SERVICE BULLETIN - A SURGE, VIBRATION, OR JUDDER MAY BE FELT WHILE DRIVING UNDER LIGHT ACCELERATION. TO MINIMIZE THE POSSIBILITY FOR THE JUDDER TO OCCUR, A SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR THE TRANSMISSION IS AVAILABLE, AND REPLACE THE ATF.
A16-31 Jun 8, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
SERVICE BULLETIN - AHM IS CONDUCTING A STUDY OF DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATORS FROM SPECIFIC LOCATIONS.
A16-31 Jun 8, 2016
141220 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
SERVICE BULLETIN - AHM IS CONDUCTING A STUDY OF DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATORS FROM SPECIFIC LOCATIONS.
A16-031 Mar 28, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
SERVICE BULLETIN - AMERICAN HONDA IS CONDUCTING A STUDY OF DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATORS. THIS COLLECTION INVOLVES A SMALL NUMBER OF DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATORS FROM SPECIFIC LOCATIONS. ONCE CUSTOMERS ARE LOCATED, AN APPOINTMENT WILL BE SET UP AT
A-HNS-03252016-3 Mar 25, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
"DEALER MESSAGE - HONDA HAS UPDATED THE DEALER Q&A TO PROVIDE YOU WITH THE LATEST INFORMATION REGARDING STOP SALE/ SAFETY RECALL: HONDA 2007-2015 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATOR (SERVICE BULLETIN 16-016). ALL CHANGES/UPDATES FROM THE
A-HNS-03252016-3 Mar 25, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
"DEALER MESSAGE - STOP SALE/SAFETY RECALL: HONDA 2007-2015 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATOR DEALER Q&A ? UPDATED 03.25.16"
A-HNS-03182016-3 Mar 18, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
"DEALER MESSAGE - HONDA HAS UPDATED THE DEALER Q&A TO PROVIDE YOU WITH THE LATEST INFORMATION REGARDING STOP SALE/ SAFETY RECALL: HONDA 2007-2015 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATOR (SERVICE BULLETIN 16-016). ALL CHANGES/UPDATES FROM THE
A-HNS-03182016-3 Mar 18, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
"DEALER MESSAGE ATTACHMENT - STOP SALE/SAFETY RECALL: HONDA 2007-2015 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATOR DEALER Q&A ? UPDATED 03.18.16"
A09-010.V4 Mar 17, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SERVICE BULLETIN - REPLACE THE VTC ACTUATOR IF THE ENGINE RATTLES LOUDLY FOR 2 SECONDS DURING COLD START-UP.
SB09010 ver3 Mar 17, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Rattles at Cold Start-Up Supersedes 09-010, dated March 3, 2015 to revise the information highlighted in yellow.
SB09010 ver4 Mar 15, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Rattles at Cold Start-Up Supersedes 09-010, dated March 3, 2015 to revise the information highlighted in yellow.
A09-010.V3 Mar 14, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SERVICE BULLETIN - REPLACE THE VTC ACTUATOR IF THE ENGINE RATTLES LOUDLY FOR 2 SECONDS DURING COLD START-UP.
A-HNS-02262016-3 Feb 26, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
DEALER MESSAGE - UPDATED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR THE HONDA 2007-2015 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR SAFETY RECALL.
A-HNS-02262016-3 Feb 26, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
UPDATED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR THE HONDA 2007-2015 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR SAFETY RECALL.
A-AN-02252016-30 Feb 25, 2016
141220 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
"DEALER MESSAGE - AS STATED IN THE STOP SALE/SAFETY RECALL: HONDA 2005-2016 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATOR DEALER Q&A, DEALERS CAN GROUND OFF LEASE VEHICLES AND SELL IT BACK TO THE CUSTOMER. THE OFF-LEASE VEHICLE CAN ONLY BE SOLD BAC
AAN-02252016-302 Feb 25, 2016
141220 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
DEALER MESSAGE - ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM TO SELL OFF-LEASE VEHICLE BACK TO THE ORIGINATING LESSEE.
AAN-02252016-302 Feb 25, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
DEALER MESSAGE - ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM TO SELL OFF-LEASE VEHICLE BACK TO THE ORIGINATING LESSEE.
A-HNS-02192016-3 Feb 19, 2016
141220 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
DEALER MESSAGE - HONDA HAS UPDATED THE DEALER Q&A TO PROVIDE YOU WITH THE LATEST INFORMATION REGARDING STOP SALE/ SAFETY RECALL: HONDA 2007-2015 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATOR (SERVICE BULLETIN 16-016).
A-HNS-02192016-3 Feb 19, 2016
141220 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
"DEALER MESSAGE - STOP SALE/SAFETY RECALL: HONDA 2007-2015 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATOR DEALER Q&A ? UPDATED 02.19.16"
A-CA-02152016-30 Feb 15, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
"DEALER MESSAGE - ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 29, 2016, AMERICAN HONDA NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A STOP SALE AND SAFETY RECALL FOR APPROXIMATELY 1.7 MILLION MODEL YEAR 2007-2015 HONDA VEHICLES. DUE TO THIS, THE FOLLOWING MODELS ARE SUBJECT TO A RECALL AND S
A-HPS-02162016-3 Feb 15, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
DEALER MESSAGE - SHOULD YOU RECEIVE A REQUEST FOR ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION FROM A CUSTOMER AFFECTED BY THE 2007-2015 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATOR RECALL WHERE A CAMPAIGN PART IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE REPAIR, PLEASE FOLLOW THE PROCED
A-HPS-02122016-3 Feb 12, 2016
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
DEALER MESSAGE - PROCEDURES FOR PROVIDING ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION.
A-JCR-02112016-3 Feb 11, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
DEALER MESSAGE - QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ON MULTI-MODEL AIRBAG INFLATOR RECALL.
A-FTD-02052016-3 Feb 5, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
"DEALER MESSAGE - ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 29TH, AMERICAN HONDA NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A STOP SALE AND SAFETY RECALL FOR APPROXIMATELY 1.7 MILLION MODEL YEAR 2007-2015 HONDA VEHICLES. THIS RECALL IS DUE TO THE TAKATA DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATORS THA
A-JCR-02052016-3 Feb 5, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
"DEALER MESSAGE - WE?VE BEEN WORKING TO ADDRESS THE QUESTIONS AND CONCERNS WE?VE RECEIVED FROM THE NATIONAL DEALER ADVISORY BOARD AND MEMBERS OF ADVISORY COMMITTEES, AS WELL AS FROM MANY OF YOU THROUGH OUR FIELD REPRESENTATIVES RELATED TO T
A-JCR-02052016-3 Feb 5, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
DEALER MESSAGE - QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ON MULTI-MODEL AIRBAG INFLATOR RECALL.
JL5-00010128 Jan 19, 2016
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle; refer to the address card for the affected VIN. The vehicle's battery sensor monitors the battery condition and determines the charging mode. in some cases
JL5-00010128 Jan 19, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle; refer to the address card for the affected VIN. The vehicle's battery sensor monitors the battery condition and determines the charging mode. in some cases
10128 Jan 1, 2016
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle to the address card for the affected VIN. The vehicle's battery sensor monitors the battery condition and determines and the charging mode. In some cases, b
10128 Jan 1, 2016
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle to the address card for the affected VIN. The vehicle's battery sensor monitors the battery condition and determines and the charging mode. In some cases, b
10128 Jan 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle to the address card for the affected VIN. The vehicle's battery sensor monitors the battery condition and determines and the charging mode. In some cases, b
00010128 Jan 1, 2016
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle; refer to the address card for the affected VIN. The vehicle's battery sensor monitors the battery condition and determines the charging mode. In some cases,
00010128 Jan 1, 2016
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle; refer to the address card for the affected VIN. The vehicle's battery sensor monitors the battery condition and determines the charging mode. In some cases,
14071 JL5 Jan 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Our records indicate that a PRODUCT UPDATE has not been completed on this vehicle; refer to the address card for the affected VIN. The vehicle's battery sensor monitors the battery condition and determines the charging mode. In some cases,
A15-086 Dec 12, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE BULLETIN - A SURGE, VIBRATION, OR JUDDER MAY BE FELT WHILE DRIVING UNDER LIGHT ACCELERATION. UPDATE THE A/T SOFTWARE AND REPLACE THE ATF.
ATS150301 Dec 10, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - EDITOR?S NOTE: THIS ARTICLE REPLACES THE ONE POSTED IN SEPTEMBER 2015 TO EXTEND THAT ARTICLE?S SHELF LIFE. THE ISSUES COVERED ARE STILL BEING ADDRESSED. DO YOU HAVE A VEHICLE THAT MAKES AN ENGINE RATTLE FOR 1 TO
A15-016 Dec 3, 2015
105500 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
SERVICE BULLETIN - THE ELECTRIC DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE SOLENOID (EDPS) IN THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL HAS EXCESSIVE OIL PRESSURE, CAUSING THE AWD INDICATOR TO COME ON AND DTC C-1858-73 (DIFFERENTIAL FLUID PRESSURE DEVIATION HIGH) TO SET. THERE IS
A15110E Nov 19, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SERVICE NEWS ARTICLE - DOES THE ENGINE RATTLE AT COLD STARTUP FOR 1 TO 2 SECONDS WHEN IT?S COLD OUTSIDE? CHANCES ARE THE VTC ACTUATOR IS THE CULPRIT. KEEP IN MIND SIMPLY REPLACING THE VTC ACTUATOR USING CURRENT PARTS STOCK WON?T FIX THIS RA
A15-076 Nov 18, 2015
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A VIBRATION WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THE PROPELLER SHAFT AND THE DAMPENING SUPPORT SYSTEM ARE NOT ADEQUATELY ABSORBING THE VEHICLE VIBRATION.
A15-030 May 27, 2015
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
DEALER MESSAGE - THE FRONT BRAKES SHAKE OR JUDDER WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. THE BRAKE PAD, DISC, AND CALIPER ARE MISALIGNED WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED.
AER14100A May 20, 2015
050000 PARKING BRAKE
HONDA: 2012-2014 CRV INFORMATION REGARDING PARKING BRAKE INDICATOR NOT ILLUMINATING. VEHICLES SHOULD BE INSPECTED PRIOR TO REPAIRS. *LJ
16-031 Mar 28, 2015
140000 AIR BAGS
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
A16031 Mar 28, 2015
140000 AIR BAGS
Service Bulletin - 2012 CR-V Driver's Airbag Inflator Collection - American Honda is conducting a study of driver's airbag inflators. This collection involves a small number of driver's airbag inflators from specific locations. Once custome
Service Bulletin Mar 3, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service bulletin - Engine rattles at cold start-up.
Service Bulletin Feb 28, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin - The electric differential pressure solenoid (EDPS) in the rear differential has excessive oil pressure, causing the AWD indicator to come on and DTC C-1858-73 (differential fluid pressure deviation high) to set.
Service Bulletin Feb 28, 2015
105500 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Service bulletin - The electric differential pressure solenoid (EDPS) in the rear differential has excessive oil pressure, causing the AWD indicator to come on and DTC C-1858-73 (differential fluid pressure deviation high) to set.
Service Bulletin Feb 13, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service bulletin - On some 2012-14 CR-V's and in cold weather, the AWD indicator may come on with DTC C1850-14 (low or no torque to the rear wheels). Over time, moisture and cold weather will cause the AWD relay to fail.
Service Bulletin Dec 17, 2014
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Service bulletin - For any TPMS-related warranty repairs, all recorded DTCs must now be entered into the warranty claim. Make sure your repair order includes those DTCs.
12012014 Dec 15, 2014
114005 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
HONDA: AMERICAN HONDA: 2012-2014 CRV WHEN ENGAGED, PARKING BRAKE INDICATOR NOT ILLUMINATING . VEHICLES SHOULD BE INSPECTED BEFORE ANY REPAIRS ARE PERFORMED. *LJ
DLR MSG - RFP - Dec 1, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) would like to collect 250ml of engine coolant from certain healthy 2012-2013 CR-Vs, which fit the criteria listed below.
DLR MSG - RFV - Dec 1, 2014
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2014 CR-Vs with a complaint of the parking brake indicator not illuminating when engaged. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the veh
11172014 Nov 21, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
HONDA: 2012-2014 CR-VS: COMPLAINTS OF PARKING BRAKE INDICATOR NOT DISPLAYING. *LJ
Service Bulletin Nov 20, 2014
138600 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE
Dealer message - The heat from the driver?s side-vent is lower than the heat from the front passenger?s-side vent. The vehicle?s heater core may be partially clogged, decreasing the heater performance on the driver?s side.
DLR MSG - RFV - Nov 17, 2014
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2014 CR-Vs with a complaint of the parking brake indicator not illuminating when engaged. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the veh
DLR MSG - RFV - Nov 17, 2014
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2014 CR-Vs with a complaint of the parking brake indicator not illuminating when engaged. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the veh
DLR MSG - Honda Nov 8, 2014
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Dealer message - Today, November 8, 2014, American Honda is announcing a product update for 116,272 2012 CR-V vehicles. The product update addresses issues with the battery management system. The battery management system may misinterpret
Service Bulletin Nov 8, 2014
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Service bulletin - The vehicle?s battery sensor monitors the battery condition and determines the charging mode. In some cases, because of the battery condition and the customer?s driving habits, the PCM may not select the correct charge mo
ENG REQ - AER140 Nov 7, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engineering request for investigation - American Honda (AHM) would like to collect 250ml of engine coolant from certain healthy 2012-2013 CR-Vs, which fit the criteria listed below.
ENG REQ - AER141 Nov 7, 2014
053000 PARKING BRAKE:INDICATOR LIGHT
Engineering request for investigation - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2014 CR-Vs with a complaint of the parking brake indicator not illuminating when engaged. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would
DLR MSG - RFV - Nov 3, 2014
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2014 CR-Vs with a complaint of the parking brake indicator not illuminating when engaged. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the veh
DLR MSG - RFV - Nov 3, 2014
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2014 CR-Vs with a complaint of the parking brake indicator not illuminating when engaged. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the veh
Service Bulletin Nov 1, 2014
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Service bulletin - The heat from the driver?s side-vent is lower than the heat from the front passenger?s-side vent. The vehicle?s heater core may be partially clogged, decreasing the heater performance on the driver?s side.
IN-1022-2014 Oct 30, 2014
053000 PARKING BRAKE:INDICATOR LIGHT
HONDA: INDICATOR FOR PARKING BRAKE FAILS TO ILLUMINATE WHEN ENGAGED. MODEL 2012-2014 CR-V. *PE
DLR MSG - 2012-2 Oct 24, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM)would like to collect 250ml of engine coolant from certain healthy 2012-2013 CR-Vs, which fit the criteria listed below.
DLR MSG - RFV - Oct 22, 2014
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2014 CR-Vs with a complaint of the parking brake indicator not illuminating when engaged. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the veh
DLR MSG - RFV - Oct 22, 2014
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2014 CR-Vs with a complaint of the parking brake indicator not illuminating when engaged. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the veh
10022014 Oct 16, 2014
053000 PARKING BRAKE:INDICATOR LIGHT
AMERICAN HONDA: WHEN ENGAGED, PARKING BRAKE INDICATOR NOT ILLUMINATING. *LJ
DLR MSG - RFP - Oct 7, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) would like to collect 250ml of engine coolant from certain healthy 2012-2013 CR-Vs, which fit the criteria listed below.
DLR MSG - RFP - Oct 7, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) would like to collect 250ml of engine coolant from certain healthy 2012-2013 CR-Vs, which fit the criteria listed below.
DLR MSG - RFP (R Oct 2, 2014
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) would like to collect 250ml of engine coolant from certain healthy 2012-2013 CR-Vs, which fit the criteria listed below.
DLR MSG - RFV (R Oct 2, 2014
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2014 CR-Vs with a complaint of the parking brake indicator not illuminating when engaged. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the veh
Service Bulletin Sep 24, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service bulletin - At cold start-up, the engine rattles loudly for about 2 seconds. The variable valve timing control (VTC) actuator is defective.

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, HONDA CR-V

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE22011 Opened: Nov 28, 2022 , Closed: Jul 22, 2024
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2018
Rear Differential Seizure
On November 29, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE 22-011 after reviewing field reports alleging rear differential seizure in 2018-2022MY Honda CR-V and HR-V vehicles equipped with all wheel drive. To date, ODI has not received any consumer complaints. Some of the field report... Read more
PE11017 Opened: Apr 29, 2011 , Closed: Sep 23, 2011
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2002
Low Beam Headlights Stop Working
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 12 reports from consumers alleging the low beam headlights stopped working simultaneously.Several of the complainants reported that the headlight switch and/or its wiring harness connector required replacement to repair the... Read more
EA11004 Opened: Apr 11, 2011 , Closed: Oct 24, 2012
EA, Closed , Model Year: 2002
Driver's Power Window Master Switch
This investigation was prompted by Preliminary Evaluation (PE) 10-047 and was based on reports from consumers alleging that smoke and/or fire, as defined in 49 CFR ? 579.4, had occurred inside of the driver's door.The subject vehicles, model year (MY) 2006 CR-V, were manufactured at two different as... Read more
PE10047 Opened: Nov 22, 2010 , Closed: Apr 15, 2011
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2005
Driver's Master Power Window Switch
This investigation was opened based on three Vehicle Owner's Questionnaire reports alleging smoke and fire occurred inside of the driver's door.The complainants reported that the master power window switch and, in some cases its wiring harness, had sustained heat related damage and required replacem... Read more
EA04027 Opened: Sep 9, 2004 , Closed: Jan 19, 2005
EA, Closed , Model Year: 2003
UNDERHOOD FIRES
IN DOCUMENTS PROVIDED DURING EA04-027, HONDA IDENTIFIED A MECHANISM WHICH CAUSES THE RUBBER SEAL (GASKET) OF THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT (OE) OIL FILTER TO ADHERE TO THE ENGINE BLOCK OF THE SUBJECT VEHICLES.IF AN ADHERED SEAL REMAINS WHEN THE OE FILTER IS REMOVED AND A NEW FILTER IS INSTALLED, A DOUBLE G... Read more
PE04018 Opened: Feb 19, 2004 , Closed: Jul 1, 2004
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2003
OIL FILTER FIRES
THIS INVESTIGATION IDENTIFIED 32 INCIDENTS OF OIL FILTER LEAKAGE IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLE POPULATION, WITH 22 RESULTING IN VEHICLE FIRES.ALL OF THE INCIDENTS OCCURRED FOLLOWING OIL CHANGES.HONDA'S INVESTIGATION OF 14 OF THE FIRE INCIDENTS DETERMINED THAT FIVE OIL FILTERS HAD STACKED SEALS (DOUBLE-GASK... Read more
EA03018 Opened: Sep 9, 2003 , Closed: Nov 13, 2003
EA, Closed , Model Year: 2002
IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK SYSTEM
ALL BUT ONE ODI COMPLAINT AND ALL ODI CRASHES ARE DUPLICATIVE OF HONDA REPORTS.ALL 7 CRASHES WERE ROLL-AWAY CRASHES THAT OCCURRED WHEN THE INTERLOCK SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED AND THE VEHICLES WERE PARKED UNSECURED (NOT IN PARK, BRAKE NOT ENGAGED).THE 3 NOTED INJURIES WERE RELATIVELY MINOR.THE WARRANTY CL... Read more
PE03013 Opened: Apr 15, 2003 , Closed: Sep 9, 2003
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2002
IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK SYSTEM
ALL ODI COMPLAINTS AND CRASHES ARE DUPLICATIVE OF HONDA COMPLAINTS.THE WARRANTY CLAIM COUNT SHOWN FOR OTHER REPRESENTS INCIDENTS WHERE HONDA'S ANALYSIS OF CLAIM DETAIL INDICATES THE INTERLOCK SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED.THE CR-V INTERLOCK SYSTEM UTILIZES AN ECU TO CONTROL A SOLENOID DRIVEN BLOCKING DEVICE ... Read more

HONDA CR-V - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the HONDA CR-V across all model years (1997, 2025).

196 Total Recalls
21,406 Total Complaints
8 Investigations
1,255 Reported Crashes
333 Reported Fires
38 Reported Deaths

HONDA CR-V - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2026 0 189 View
2025 1 369 View
2024 2 577 View
2023 3 664 View
2022 3 324 View
2021 4 470 View
2020 7 468 View
2019 8 1,556 View
2018 5 3,017 View
2017 7 2,656 View
2016 3 549 View
2015 3 978 View
2014 1 799 View
2013 2 500 View
2012 (current) 3 515
2011 13 648 View
2010 15 588 View
2009 12 447 View
2008 11 1,222 View
2007 12 1,163 View
2006 13 522 View
2005 14 602 View
2004 13 603 View
2003 14 581 View
2002 16 661 View
2001 1 159 View
2000 2 156 View
1999 3 158 View
1998 3 136 View
1997 2 129 View

Other HONDA Models

Model Recalls Complaints
ACCORD 1,544 31,106 View
ODYSSEY 1,083 15,814 View
PILOT 1,019 12,296 View
ACCORD HYBRID 883 1,156 View
CIVIC 752 19,886 View
INSIGHT 709 669 View
PASSPORT 510 2,127 View
FIT 348 2,698 View