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2014 Honda CR-V Problems: 10 Known Issues
2014 model year · 6,413+ owner reports · Updated September 2026
2014 · All trims · All engines
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2014 model year · 6,413+ owner reports · Updated September 2026
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According to Au7o's analysis of 6,413+ owner reports, the 2014 Honda CR-V has 10 documented known issues. None of the listed issues is rated critical; this is not a complete reliability assessment. The most commonly reported issue is VTC Actuator Failure - Cold Start Rattle with 4,000 owner reports. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $40 to $3,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 CR-V vehicles. The rear subframe bolts were improperly manufactured and may loosen, allowing the rear subframe to separate.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 CR-V vehicles. The joint weld between the fuel tank and the vapor return line may have been insufficiently welded, causing the weld to fail.
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According to Au7o's analysis of 6,413+ owner reports, the 2014 Honda CR-V has 10 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: VTC Actuator Failure - Cold Start Rattle, A/C Compressor Failure, Front Wheel Bearing / Hub Noise — Premature Humming, Growling Failure. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
The 2014 Honda CR-V has 10 known issues documented across 6,413+ owner reports. None of the matching records is rated critical; this is not a complete reliability assessment. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Repair costs for known Honda CR-V issues range from $40 to $3,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
The Variable Timing Control (VTC) actuator fails, causing a loud rattling or grinding noise for 1-2 seconds during cold engine startup. The issue is caused by the actuator's internal lock pin not engaging properly. If left unaddressed, this can lead to timing chain wear and poten… Repairs typically run $400-$1,500. Severity: medium.
The A/C compressor can fail prematurely, often due to internal clutch issues or compressor bearing failure. When the compressor fails internally, it can send metal debris through the A/C system, requiring a complete system flush and replacement of multiple components. Repairs typically run $600-$1,800. Severity: medium.
CR-V front wheel bearings are widely reported to be noisy and to fail earlier than expected, producing a humming or growling that rises with vehicle speed and changes pitch when steering loads/unloads the bearing (e.g., gets louder turning one direction). Documented on the CR-V O… Repairs typically run $200-$500. Severity: medium.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 CR-V vehicles. The owner's guide incorrectly describes when the "Passenger Airbag Off" indicator should illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 CR-V vehicles. The metal core of the steering wheel may have burrs which can damage the harnesses routed within, potentially disabling the driver's air bag or causing it to deploy without warning.
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The CR-V's A/C condenser sits low and exposed at the very front of the vehicle, making its thin tubes and fins vulnerable to perforation by rocks and road debris, and to corrosion pinholes where the tubes meet the side tanks. The result is a slow refrigerant leak and A/C that gra… Repairs typically run $600-$1,500. Severity: medium.
P0741 means the torque converter lock-up clutch is not engaging as commanded (stuck off / slipping). On the CR-V this is the classic torque-converter judder: a shudder or vibration felt under light acceleration at roughly 20-45 mph as the lock-up clutch chatters. The dominant roo… Repairs typically run $150-$1,500. Severity: medium.
The door lock actuators can fail, causing doors to not lock or unlock properly with the key fob or interior buttons. You may hear a buzzing sound from the door when attempting to lock/unlock. This is a common issue that often starts with the driver's door. Repairs typically run $100-$400. Severity: low.
The 4th generation CR-V (2012-2016) EX-L Navigation and Touring models use an internal hard drive-based navigation system (DVD-based maps). The hard drive unit fails, causing navigation system to not load maps, display blank screens, or show outdated maps that cannot update. The… Repairs typically run $150-$800. Severity: low.
Power window regulator failure is one of the most frequently reported CR-V annoyances. The plastic/cable-and-pulley regulator assembly wears or the cable frays, causing the window to bind, drop into the door, or stop moving while the motor still runs (you hear the motor but the g… Repairs typically run $150-$550. Severity: low.
The gas-charged liftgate (tailgate) support struts lose nitrogen charge over time and weaken, so the rear hatch slowly drifts down or no longer stays up — a safety/convenience complaint because the hatch can fall on a person loading cargo. This is a high-volume, easy-to-search we… Repairs typically run $40-$120. Severity: low.
CR-Vs of this era suffer widespread clear-coat/paint failure where the finish flakes, bubbles, peels, or turns chalky/cloudy — most often on the roof, hood, hatch above the rear window, and the leading edge of the front fenders. Body shops and owners attribute it to a factory pai… Repairs typically run $500-$3,000. Severity: low.