NHTSA & EPA data · updated October 21, 2026

2025 Honda CR-V recalls, problems & safety ratings

Quick answer

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 Honda CR-V and 260 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are steering (57), unknown or other (51), forward collision avoidance (40). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 28–39 mpg combined, depending on engine.

The 2025 has the fewest owner complaints of any CR-V model year from 2012 to 2025. It has 1 recall vs. an average of 3.7 per model year.

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Recalls 1

Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2025 Honda CR-V. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

SteeringNHTSA #24V744000 · 10/03/2024

Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.

Risk: Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.

Common problems

From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.

Most-reported problem areas

Steering57
Unknown or other51
Forward collision avoidance40
Visibility/wiper32
Service brakes31
Engine25
Fuel/propulsion system24
Electrical system18

By the numbers

260owner complaints filed
29involved a crash
5involved a fire
23injuries reported

Recent owner reports

10/18/2026 · Structure

Front fender damage from going through automated car wash. Fender gets caught and bends upwards

10/16/2026 · Steering

The contact owns a 2025 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the steering wheel became stiff and difficult to turn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 17,000.

10/14/2026 · Steering

A clicking sound is heard every time I turn the vehicle, and the steering wheel feels like it’s a bit stuck. I know there was a gearbox recall but my vehicle was not included on this recall. I read al the symptoms for the electric gearbox defect and it matches what I am experiencing with my car.

Safety ratings

2025 Honda CR-V SUV FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

2025 Honda CR-V SUV AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Fuel economy

EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2025 Honda CR-V.

CR-V AWD

Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 1.5 L · Turbo

26city
31hwy
28combined

Regular

CR-V AWD

Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L

40city
34hwy
37combined

Regular

CR-V e-FCEV

Auto (A1)

36city
43hwy
39combined

Electricity and Hydrogen

Other model years

Compare every Honda CR-V year

Questions

How many recalls does the 2025 Honda CR-V have?

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 Honda CR-V, most recently for steering (10/03/2024). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Honda CR-V?

Based on 260 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are steering (57), unknown or other (51), forward collision avoidance (40).

Is the 2025 Honda CR-V safe?

The 2025 Honda CR-V earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.

Is the 2025 a good year for the Honda CR-V?

The 2025 has the fewest owner complaints of any CR-V model year from 2012 to 2025. It has 1 recall vs. an average of 3.7 per model year.

What gas mileage does the 2025 Honda CR-V get?

EPA ratings for the 2025 Honda CR-V range from 28 to 39 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.

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Related vehicles

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: CR-V.

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