10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
10,046 miles

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problem #41

Jan 192024

CR-V

  • miles
Se me ha apagado varias veces al arrancar cuando me voy al trabajo. Y tengo que volverlo a encender. Siento el motor débil. El cuerpo electrónico del acelerador no anda bien. Cuando quiero acelerar rápido se me queda en stand by y hasta los 3 segundos responde el motor. Cuando estoy en un stop aplicando el freno se escucha el motor como que se quiere apagar y empieza a temblar la camioneta. A veces el motor está acelerado a 1000 rpm con el freno aplicado y a los 3 o 5 segundos ya baja a 0 rpm. En Braman Honda Miami me dicen que no tienen las piezas aún y me puedo accidentar si se me apaga el motor en carretera me pueden chocar por detrás y provocar un gran accidente. Necesito URGENTE que la reparen.

- Miami , FL, USA

problem #40

Oct 252023

CR-V

  • miles
I have owned the car for 58 months and now there is "Emissions System Error" which is related to canister purge valve malfunction (P0441). This consumes more fuel and failing emissions standards.

- Apex, NC, USA

problem #39

Oct 102023

CR-V

  • miles
After battery replacement done by dealership Monday afternoon, Tuesday morning, horn was off, lights were on, keyless remote can not be detected, many safety system errors etc. Called road side assist, after entire system reset, everything seemed to be normal, but problem showed up again on Saturday morning. Towed car to dealership, they checked everything and turned out to be body control module problem, had to replace body control module. My car only 5 years, 55k miles. It happed so randomly, faulty locks, faulty anti-theft, and can be a huge safety concern/issue.

- San Jose, CA, USA

problem #38

Aug 102023

CR-V

  • miles
This letter serves as a request for clarification regarding the rejection of my goodwill claim, as well as an appeal for reconsideration as I believe there has been an oversight in evaluating my vehicle situation. I would like to provide additional information that I believe would shed new light on my situation. I believe that a comprehensive review of my appeal will demonstrate that the decision does not accurately reflect the Honda Company-??s commitment to meeting the expectations of customers, nor does it reflect my own commitment to the Honda Company as a repeat customer for over a decade. About two weeks ago, my 2018 Honda CRV came to a full stop while driving on the highway. After spending the entire night stuck in the car with trucks and other vehicles driving past and almost hitting us, we were finally towed and brought to Lia Honda Brewster. If we weren-??t on the right side of the road and preparing to take the exit, we would have been killed by the trucks speeding past us. At Lia Honda Brewster we learned that the transmission had failed and would cost 7,800 dollars to repair. This came as a shock because per the recommendations stated on Honda-??s website, the transmission should be serviced every 50,000-100,000 miles and attached to this email is the paperwork proving that the car along with the transmission had been serviced according to Honda-??s recommendation. As I did not misuse nor operate the car incorrectly, I am led to believe that the transmission had been defective. In New York State, Product Liability Laws place strict liability on manufacturers and automakers for defects in their car. Under these laws, a car must perform or meet the standard for which they were intended, meaning that I, the customer, can reasonably expect that I will not have problems operating the vehicle and expect the vehicle to be safely drivable. I am surprised as well as upset at Honda-??s negligence and lack of accountability, but also because of the lack of support i

- Mahopac, NY, USA

problem #37

Feb 132023

CR-V

  • miles
While driving all dash lights warning started flashing disabling forward crash avoidance power steering stability control tire pressure everything is blinking and flashing. Had to pull to side of road and almost got run over

- Jefferson Twp, PA, USA

problem #36

Jun 212022

CR-V

  • 50,500 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while the vehicle was in park(P) and attempting to shift into reverse(R), the gear was difficult to move. The contact stated that the brake warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to start the vehicle but accidentally drove onto the sidewalk. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle with a defective rearview mirror wiring harness. The dealer replaced the wiring harness. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,500.

- Mill Valley, CA, USA

problem #35

Jan 262022

CR-V

  • 39,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the instrument cluster turned black and the driver was unable to read the speedometer, fuel gauge, engine temperature, and several other gauges. After turning off and restarting the vehicle, the transmission shifter could not be shifted out of PARK. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 39,000.

- Ruckersville, VA, USA

problem #34

Aug 282021

CR-V

  • miles
Vehicle stalled when accelerating to overtake another vehicle. No errors/warnings, displays were working but speed suddenly dropped and does not increase no matter what. It was scary. Luckily I was able to come back to a shoulder lane and stop the vehicle. Vehicle ran normally after powering off and starting again. I've been driving the vehicle for couple of hours on freeway by then. This happened 4 times over the summer. Dealers are asking for $200 to diagnose but not promising that they will be able to find the problem since the issue does not happen consistently. I suspect it is due to oil dilution problem for which Honda performed repair last year.

- Redmond, WA, USA

problem #33

Oct 082021

CR-V

  • miles
Car suddenly lost power and dash lights came on while I was passing a large truck, legally, on rural highway. Was unable to pass truck and had to fall back and thankfully no vehicles were coming in opposite direction. Was a pass with caution area with dotted line. Had to have towed to dealership, found to be issue with turbo. Research shows know issue with vehicle, see NHTSA service bulletin 19-032, but Honda states does not involve my VIN number, though exact issue, model, and year. I think this issue should be expand to include all vehicles of same make, model and year.

- Jennerstown, PA, USA

problem #32

Jun 012021

CR-V

  • 31,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, whether going uphill or accelerating on the freeway, the vehicle loss motive power without warning. The vehicle was taken twice to the dealer and two of the fuel injectors were replaced however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer for the third time. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that they would contact the dealer. The failure mileage was 31,000.

- South San Francisco, CA, USA

problem #31

May 012021

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 15 miles
I WAS DRIVING ON THE SAN MATEO BRIDGE, CAR BEGAN HESITATING AND JERKING UP AND DOWN AND LOST POWER ENGINE LIGHT CAME UP. TOOK IT TO PEP BOYS THEY DIAGNOSED IT AND SAID IT NEEDED COILS AND SPARK PLUGS, ABOUT $ 1000 LATER TOOK THE CAR HOME AND CONTINUED TO DO THE SAME THING, TOOK IT BACK TO PEP BOYS AND SAID THERE WAS A RECALL ON THAT CAR FOR THAT PROBLEM. TOOK IT TO PRIMO HONDA AND THEY SAY THERE IS NO RECALL ON MY VIN # EVEN THOUGH IS CLEAR THAT IS THE REASON THEY ARE HAVING A RECALL ON THOSE CARS FOR THAT VERY SAME REASON.VIN:[XXX]YEAR:2018MAKE:HONDAMODEL:CR-VLAST UPDATED:MAY 11, 2021NUMBER OF OPEN RECALLS:0......YEAR:2018MAKE:HONDAMODEL:CR-VLAST UPDATED:MAY 11, 2021NUMBER OF OPEN RECALLS:1 OPEN/CLOSE ALLPRINT 2018-19 CR-V FUEL PUMP MOTOR SAFETY RECALL EXPANSION TOOK IT TO ANOTHER BETTER QUALIFIED MECHANIC AND HE SAYS IS A PROBLEM WITH THE FUEL PUMP. IS VERY UNSAFE THE CAR SIMPLY LOSES ALL POWER AND DIED ON THE FREEWAY. I'VE BEEN CAR LESS, RENTING SINCE MAY FIRST 2021, IT IS IMMORAL WHAT HONDA DOES. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- San Carlos, CA, USA

problem #30

Dec 242020

CR-V

  • 32,000 miles
Loss of steering control while making a left turn at low speeed < 20 mph.

- Livonia, MI, USA

problem #29

Nov 262020

CR-V

  • 36,500 miles
While driving, all of the warning lights come on. A few days after resetting the computer, this recurred. In one occasion, engine power went to a minimum (10 mph on a level road) while driving. Parking brakes engaged lights flashing while driving. This happened on city streets and was reported by others (https://www.cargurus.com/cars/discussion-T76546_ds1113654). Honda dealer admitted they saw this with others but neither they nor corporate Honda will take responsibility for addressing this issue. The first time this happened, I almost got into an accident pulling to the side of a busy road thinking there were engine problems. My car battery is quite new and has been checked before this issue happened so this is not a battery issue. The reported date is the latest - this has recurred about 4 times now.

- Berkeley, CA, USA

problem #28

Oct 012020

CR-V

  • 19,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in a parking lot and in a building, a bystander noticed the vehicle began to rollback in revers independently and the bystander noticed the gear shifter was in drive. As a result, the vehicle crashed into another parked vehicle. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to troy Honda, 1835 maplelawn dr, troy, mi 48084, but was not diagnosed or repaired and informed the contact that if the vehicle was in drive it normally would rollback if it was incline. The contact informed the dealer, the vehicle was not in a incline. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 19,000.

- Commercetownship, MI, USA

problem #27

Sep 282020

CR-V

  • 40,000 miles
I keep smelling gasoline and having to get oil changes well before 5,000 miles. I believe that gas is getting into the oil. I have complained to the dealership service department and have been told that there is no fix available. I fear that the engine is going to give out soon.

- Macon, GA, USA

problem #26

Sep 182020

CR-V

  • miles
All of the lights came on for my vehicle indicating that I have problem in all areas of the car. This is a 2018 Honda CRV. This car is 2 years old and the relay module is malfunctioning. This car is too young to be malfunctioning at this point. Because I am at 37,000 miles, Honda is telling me that I am out of warranty of the car and I would be responsible for repairing the relay module which is a major expense. Again this car is too young to be malfunctioning. Honda needs to repair this car or give me my money back.

- Hollis, NY, USA

problem #25

Jul 292020

CR-V

  • 38,200 miles
2018 CR-V (~38,200 miles) unexpectedly halted (loss of power - engine kept running) going ~35 mph on lakeville hwy/116 in busy traffic and showed engine/emissions check light and other warning lights. Towed to dealer where diagnostic codes P061B ECM/PCM internal malfunction (torgue calculation), C1870-00, U0401-68, U3003-S6 were seen. Per american Honda Motors (ahm), dealer was to clear codes and try and replicate malfunction which they were unable to do having driven it 60 miles. Ahm would not replace ECM/PCM as dealer was not able to replicate. I had safety concern so after speaking with lead service technician at dealer paid $~441 to have ECM/PCM replaced. I was not comfortable driving the vehicle with nothing being done. I believe that such codes should mandate car company to ensure safety of owner with paid replacement of faulty part. I hope others have not experienced this, not replaced the part and subsequently gotten into an accident as a result.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #24

Jan 012018

CR-V

  • 7,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that the vehicle hesitated to accelerate to higher speeds. The contact stated that there was a leak coming from underneath the hood of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to umansky Honda (960 hilton heights rd, charlottesville, va 22901, (888) 686-9143) where the transmission was replaced, the oil pan was replaced and resealed, and the bell housing was repaired. The contact stated that after the repairs were performed, there was an abnormal rattling sound underneath the vehicle. The dealer was not contacted nor was the manufacturer made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 7,000.

- Keswick, VA, USA

problem #23

Apr 012018

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 16 miles
I purchased the vehicle with 16 miles on it; I bought it brand new. It leaked oil and transmission fluid all over my garage and while driving the car. I had a significant oil and transmission leak. Had to tow the car to be repaired. The same issue happened again where it dumped all the oil out of the engine, and they had to fix it for a second time. They informed me there wasn't any oil left in my engine and this was right after an oil change.they said this never happens, but it did twice. My 36,000-mile warranty is almost up, and I have a feeling this is an ongoing issue. Last time it leaked, it took them three months to fix it. I paid a lot of money when I bought my first new car ever. It's a shame I bought a lemon, and I'm paying monthly for it. This issue needs to be addressed because my car start light always blinks on and off also, and they can't figure it out. Also, my touchscreen has frozen and let the radio on full blast while I was driving and wouldn't shut off on more than one occasion.

- Shawnee, OK, USA

problem #22

Mar 012020

CR-V

  • 0 miles
From the date I purchased (so Honda already knew of problem) my vehicle oil is being over filled (and diluted) with gasoline. It dilutes and overfills to the point of PCV valve burn off. Now 33000 miles on auto, Honda wants to change injectors to "see" if this solves problem. One: It's happened since new. Injectors or doubtfully the problem. Two: 33000 miles of gas/oil dilution has undoubtedly caused wear to crank and cylinders. How is injectors being replaced going to "solve" the wear that they have allowed, since my continued concerns at every single oil change for 33000 miles were ignored" I have read this is not an uncommon problem, but very common with this engine. One: Why haven't they addressed my concerns for 33000 miles? two: With a known problem, and the customer complaining from the start of dilution, why haven't they addressed the wear to my engine" an extended warranty does not stop the damage caused by Honda ignoring my complaints for 33000 miles to start a repair. Note, I have addressed overfilling with gasoline at every oil change (garage visit) to the point of argument just to get it documented that I raised the issue! it dilutes to PCV valve burnoff before 1000 miles (as tested and verified by Honda dealership!) and goes for at least 5000 miles between oil changes. Every day more gas and oil are burnt through exhaust as more gas is added. I will comply with the injector "fix" by the garage, but want my wear to the engine addressed. This is gross overfilling and dilution, known by Honda, and sold to me anyways, with no repair as of yet to wear. What happens when warranty runs out and they have allowed such gross dilution and wear? they are claiming a "cold climate" problem, but my does it in the heat of the South Carolina summer! Honda is covering up.

- Conway, SC, USA

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