2.1

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
73,663 miles

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problem #140

Jul 042013

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 100,000 miles
From August 2013, right front door started to lock by itself right after I unlock it. Several weeks later, the right rear door started to keep locking itself with very loud noise when the speed of car reaches 20~30 miles/hour. It was very annoying and I fixed the car, which cost me over $300. However, now the left rear door started to keep locking whenever the car reaches to the speed of 20~30 miles/hour.

- Pasadena, CA, USA

problem #139

Sep 012011

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 83,000 miles
For the last 2 years my 2007 CR-V has had issues with electric door-lock operation 1)the passenger door does not unlock. Unlocking all doors via drivers side or key fob momentarily opens the passenger lock " it then automatically locks again in 2-4 seconds. This is a safety issue as the passenger cannot get out in the event of an emergency. Door handle operation does not over-ride the lock " and the 2-4 second window electronically unlocking is difficult to synchronize handle operation in the best of circumstance. 2)in addition, all door locks continuously lock"lock?.lock when driving forward @ approximately 8-10km/hour. I am the original owner. There are many similar complaints " I see ~ 105 at safercar.gov.

- Edmonton, CA, USA

problem #138

Apr 032007

CR-V

  • 70,200 miles
The door on the right of driver side was locked half year's ago. Unable to open it. On Sept. 19, 2013, the door on the right of the passenger side was locked. And now the doors on the left of passenger side as well as the trunk were locked. It pose serious safety danger.

- Salt Lake City, UT, USA

problem #137

May 012013

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 60,000 miles
Passenger door lock will remain lock after pressing unlock button on key and on door. Lock actuator has a grinding sound when locking.

- Dedham, MA, USA

problem #136

Sep 232013

CR-V

  • 59,943 miles
In the last two weeks, suddenly the door locks won't remain open after opening with key fob. The door locks will open for a second or two, but then automatically return to the locked position. Appears to be an electro-mechanical malfunction with the electronics and locking actuators. This occurs on all doors (front and rear, including tailgate door), in all scenarios (engine running; engine not running; door open; door shut; key in ignition; key out of ignition). In addition, the door lock/unlock buttons on the door panel will not unlock manually....it's like the door lock button is stuck in the locked position. It takes a great amount of force to unlock the button, but then it automatically returns to the locked position. Have been unable to locate source of problem. This is a real safety issue!

- Arlington, VA, USA

problem #135

Oct 012013

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 111,536 miles
Passenger door lock will remain open after pressing lock button on key. If driven, latch will automatically lock then open. Lock actuator has a grinding sound when locking or unlocking.

- Clovis, CA, USA

problem #134

Jun 202013

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 84,000 miles
The left passenger door lock will not lock at all. The right passenger door lock will not unlock 80% of the time. All four door locks randomly lock and unlock while the vehicle is moving. Sometimes if the button is pushed to unlock the doors, the locks will 'process' and sound like a machine gun as they go on and off for several seconds in a row. My child has opened the left passenger door (even though the child lock was engaged) while the vehicle was moving. The vehicle cannot be secured when left unattended because the doors do not stay locked, thus placing it at additional risk to be stolen. The locks are a huge safety concern to my family. After researching this on the web, it appears that numerous 2007 Honda CR-V's have this same issue.

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

problem #133

Sep 272013

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 61,000 miles
Unable to unlock the driver door after parking car. Tried using unlock button on door panel, unlock button on key and tried manually using key in driver door lock. Unable to open driver side door at all. Climbed over to passenger side to exit car. Unable to open tailgate automatically or manually as well.

- Dublin, OH, USA

problem #132

Aug 012013

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 80,000 miles
Front driver door is locked and can't open from inside using remote or manually. Climbed over to the passenger door and tried to open the driver door from outside also unable to do so. I brought the car the dealer who informed me that this was caused by a faulty door lock actuator defect. The defect poses a safety risk since the door locking and unlocking features fail to operate correctly. Upon research on the internet, many CRV owners experience the same problem for CRV 2007-2010. Honda is aware of this problem and have neither recall or cover it under warranty.

- Hillliard, OH, USA

problem #131

Jan 152008

CR-V

  • 140,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that while driving 50 mph, the passenger and driver's side doors failed to lock or unlock without manual force. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where it was stated that the actuator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

- Suprise , AZ, USA

problem #130

Jul 242013

CR-V

  • 99,354 miles
Door actuator unlock after locking it.

- Sunrise, FL, USA

problem #129

Aug 152013

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 98,000 miles
Left rear door will not stay locked.

- Coraopolis, PA, USA

problem #128

Jan 142013

CR-V

  • 88,000 miles
I first had to replace the back passenger door lock (300 dollars) due to it would not lock and car was unlocked when carrying grandkids... this month the lock has failed in the front locks....if U try to unlock it...it locks back so fast you cannot get the door opened....that is a safety hazard as whoever is sitting in the passenger side cannot get out...I am having to spend another 3 to 4 hundred dollars to fix this problem.....it is a known Honda issue and they refuse to recall or assist in fixing the issue....there is a class action suit for this issue...

- Millers Creek, NC, USA

problem #127

Jul 022012

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 55,000 miles
Failure of the door lock actuator. The rear driver's-side door continually unlocks, even despite the automatic lock feature. With small children in the back, I am unable to ensure their safety with an unlocked door while driving, or even while parked. Also, our belongings are at risk of theft because that door is constantly unlocked, even when locked by hand. Despite our efforts, the door unlocks itself immediately after we lock it.

- Fullerton, CA, USA

problem #126

May 152013

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 105,000 miles
First issue was related to front passenger-side door lock. The lock can only be unlocked from the driver's side or with the keyless remote. Several weeks later, the rear passenger lock on the driver's side began locking and unlocking when I went above or below 10 miles per hour. My mechanic said it was probably the door actuator and that I should take it to the dealer. I have not done that to date because I viewed it as more nuisance than safety related. After reviewing some online information I realized my first assumption may be incorrect. I called Honda national to see what they had on this issue and possible remedies. I was informed that there was only a three year window for electrical issues; however, since the car is six years old, I will be financially responsible.

- Burke, VA, USA

problem #125

Sep 052013

CR-V

  • 32,213 miles
Passenger door locks and unable to open in emergency.

- Bremen, ME, USA

problem #124

May 012013

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 67,031 miles
Automatic door locks will unlock on their own. This occurs when car is parked (so anyone can open the car and steal it or anything in the car) and while driving (which means even if you have locked the doors a passenger can open the door while the car is moving).

- Hesperia, CA, USA

problem #123

Aug 012013

CR-V 4WD 4-cyl

  • miles
My rear passenger door locks started to make a whirring noise when the automatic 9mph designed lock system engaged and also anytime I locked my doors. I disengaged the automatic 9mph designed lock. But it still does this when I lock the vehicle with my key. At times it also locks and unlocks when I am driving. Since my inspection was due shortly I waited to have it repaired. When I took it to the Honda dealer they quoted me approx $350 to repair. Since I did not have the money at that time I ask if it would hurt to leave as is for awhile, they advised me no, but at some point I may not be able to lock on unlock the passenger door. I then looked online and saw all the problems everyone was having with this same issue. I confronted the dealer and he said it was the actuator and I ask him when Honda was going to have a recall. He said it is not a safety issue, so most likely there will be no recall. I have 38, 000 miles on my vehicle and do all the maintenance as required. Honda should acknowledge this problem and do right by their customers. This is a safety issue especially for small children and if you need to lock your doors for your own safety.

- Middletown, PA, USA

problem #122

Mar 012011

CR-V

  • 70,000 miles
Electronic door locks won't unlock. Has happened on multiple doors. This is a safety hazard and it is costing Honda customers a fortune each time they have to get the door locks repaired.

- Sharpsburg, GA, USA

problem #121

Jun 012013

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 40,000 miles
1. the driver's door could not be locked; 2. the rear right side door could not be locked and also could not be opened from inside the car. 3. the tailgate could not be opened.

- Tucson, AZ, USA

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