What are the most common Honda CR-V problems?

According to Au7o's analysis of 3,200,972+ owner reports, the 2007-2025 Honda CR-V has 25 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Denso Fuel Pump Failure Recall, Rear Frame/Subframe Corrosion - Suspension Detachment Risk, 1.5L Turbo Engine Oil Dilution. Of these, 6 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Honda CR-V reliable?

The 2007-2025 Honda CR-V has 25 known issues documented across 3,200,972+ owner reports. 6 issues are rated critical: Denso Fuel Pump Failure Recall and Rear Frame/Subframe Corrosion - Suspension Detachment Risk and 1.5L Turbo Engine Oil Dilution and Denso Fuel Pump Recall - NHTSA 20V-374 and 23V-111 and 1.5T CVT Transmission Judder and Valve Body Failure and K24 Timing Chain Tensioner Failure - VTC Actuator Rattle (3rd Gen). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Honda CR-V problems?

Repair costs for known Honda CR-V issues range from $0 to $6,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Denso Fuel Pump Failure Recall, typically costs $0-$0 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What year Honda CR-V is the most reliable?

Reliability varies across model years of the Honda CR-V. Based on owner reports, issues are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2007-2025 Honda CR-V with 25 documented issues from 3,200,972+ owner reports.

Honda CR-V Problems: 25 Issues Every Owner Should Know

2007-2025 model years · 3,200,972+ owner reports · Updated April 2026

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According to Au7o's analysis of 3,200,972+ owner reports, the 2007-2025 Honda CR-V has 25 documented known issues, with 6 rated critical. The most serious are Denso Fuel Pump Failure Recall ($0-$0 repair), Rear Frame/Subframe Corrosion - Suspension Detachment Risk ($0-$0 repair), 1.5L Turbo Engine Oil Dilution ($0-$500 repair), Denso Fuel Pump Recall - NHTSA 20V-374 and 23V-111 ($0-$0 repair), 1.5T CVT Transmission Judder and Valve Body Failure ($200-$5,000 repair) and K24 Timing Chain Tensioner Failure - VTC Actuator Rattle (3rd Gen) ($300-$2,000 repair). The most commonly reported issue is Denso Fuel Pump Failure Recall with 2,600,000 owner reports. Across all issues, repair costs range from $0 to $6,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

Honda CR-V Problems: 25 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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