NHTSA data · updated October 21, 2026
Honda CR-V recalls & problems by year
Across 2012–2025, NHTSA lists 52 recalls and 9,608 owner complaints for the Honda CR-V. The 2025 has the fewest complaints (260) and the 2018 has the most (2,159).
| Year | Recalls | Owner complaints | Top problem area | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 3 | engine | 5★ | |
| 2013 | 2 | engine | 5★ | |
| 2014 | 1 | engine | 5★ | |
| 2015 | 3 | engine | 4★ | |
| 2016 | 3 | engine | 5★ | |
| 2017 | 7 | engine | 5★ | |
| 2018 | 5 | engine | 5★ | |
| 2019 | 8 | forward collision avoidance | 5★ | |
| 2020 | 7 | forward collision avoidance | 5★ | |
| 2021 | 4 | steering | 5★ | |
| 2022 | 3 | steering | 5★ | |
| 2023 | 3 | steering | 5★ | |
| 2024 | 2 | steering | 5★ | |
| 2025 | 1 | steering | 5★ |
Newer model years have had less time on the road to collect complaints. Compare years of similar age.
Questions
What is the most reliable year of the Honda CR-V?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2025 Honda CR-V has the fewest (260) of the 2012–2025 model years. Newer model years have had less time to collect complaints, so compare similar ages.
Which Honda CR-V year has the most problems?
The 2018 Honda CR-V has the most NHTSA owner complaints (2,159) of the 2012–2025 model years.
How do I check if my Honda CR-V has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our free VIN check, or at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.