10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
8 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
5 / 0
Average Mileage:
17,356 miles

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problem #278

Mar 242019

CR-V

  • 0 miles
Engine died on the highway after car went in for oil dilution recall and had the fix. This resulted in a crash.

- Grimes, IA, USA

problem #277

Feb 222019

CR-V

  • miles
Oil dilution problem in the 1.5 turbo engine. I have checked oil and it is above top level line and smells of gasoline. When I took it to dealer they told me there was a recall but it didn't apply to cars bought and used in California

- Clovis, CA, USA

problem #276

Oct 252018

CR-V

  • 13,000 miles
Gasoline in engine. I have discussed this issue with dealer but no response. I also wrote this entity but I have not received any knowledgement of this issue. I do regular oil change and the oil always smells like gas just before I take it I. to have oil changes regularly (3500 or 5000 miles). Plus I have yet in the 18 months I've owned the CR-V to get an oil chance notification. I want the issue with this/my CR-V be addressed and corrected! I would like to receive an reply that will help me with this issue!

- Vancouver, WA, USA

problem #275

Feb 022019

CR-V

  • 20,000 miles
Received a notice from Honda about a recall to update software and change A/C module to prevent mil from coming on. Went to dealer and had service completed and was told they had to change the engine oil per Honda due to possible contamination from the service action. But I would have to pay for the filter. Twelve dollars is not a huge amount, but there is no way the oil would be contaminated by this service action. Now there is a well known issue with Honda crvs concerning oil dilution. This service bulletin does not in any manner allude to this problem, but does seem to be aimed directly at it. The dealer service managers express no knowledge of any oil issues. I have tried to contact Honda regarding this and no reply. As a side note Honda is offering Canadian owners a free extended warranty due to this issue, and to us buyers won't even acknowledge the problem.

- East Sandwich, MA, USA

problem #274

Mar 132019

CR-V

  • 12,000 miles
Gas in oil after recall. Had the recall that was supposed to fix the issue. A few weeks later and, now my oil is dark, overfilled and smells like gasoline. Check engine light is on and my car started leaking oil after the recall. Less than 15K miles

- Buffalo Grove, IL, USA

problem #273

Feb 272019

CR-V

  • 13,329 miles
Oil level is overfilled and smells of gas when checked on a level surface, my concern is major engine problems etc. I became aware of the problem from an article I read in consumers report

- Reading, MA, USA

problem #272

Oct 202018

CR-V

  • miles
I purchase a 2017 Honda CRV-ex with the 1.5 liter turbo engine. During the past 6 months I've been having the following problems with my vehicle ' the oil smell of gas, passenger compartment smell like gas, rising oil levels, stalling and loss of power. I understand that Honda motor company, ltd has recalled 350,000 Honda CRV's in china because of the same problem. The company is calling back those cars to resolve a problem caused by an unusual amount of un-combusted petrol collecting in the engine's lubricant oil pan. Honda dealerships in Canada with oil dilution problems have already started repairs of their 2017 & 2018 Honda Cr-vs after it was contacted by Canadian motor vehicle arbitration plan (camvap). I would like Honda to buy back my vehicle unless I received the same repairs as the Canadian Honda owners, which are the following: 1.) performed N60 campaign (oil dilution) 2.) replaced climate control unit 3.) replaced drain plug washer 4.) replaced oil 5.) updated pgm-fi and tcm software. 6.) warranty extensions on all engine components for up to six years from original date of purchase, with no mileage limit. Given that the problem is well documented, Honda has a responsibility to address the issue in an open and transparent manner. Honda had knowledge of the turbo engine defects that cause fuel to enter the engine and did absolutely nothing for an entire year. I seek a permanent fix to the problem, not just a flushing out of the vehicle's oil reservoir as the dealership has already performed to no effect. If Honda cannot remedy the problem, I seek a full refund of my vehicle.

- Canoga Park, CA, USA

problem #271

Jun 292018

CR-V

  • miles
Gas smell in cabin chemical smell in cabin gas in oil concerned of engine break down

- Shreveport, LA, USA

problem #270

Nov 012018

CR-V

  • 10,000 miles
Intermittent fuel odor in cabin when stationary and driving. Heavy odor of fuel in motor oil and increased oil level on oil dip stick.

- Southampton, MA, USA

problem #269

Mar 012019

CR-V

  • 25,000 miles
The engine oil level on the dipstick was very high during a recent random oil check. There was a gasoline odor on the dipstick. I have informed the local dealer who sold the car (howdy Honda in austin, Texas), and had them perform an oil change. The dealer recommended to keep an eye on it. Also, I notified Honda usa by email. They sent an automated reply with a case number, but made no other attempt at contact.

- Austin, TX, USA

problem #268

Mar 052019

CR-V

  • 48,640 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Honda CR-V. while the contact's husband was traveling 35 mph, the check engine, brake, oil, and hill acceleration warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that cylinder number three misfired. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and provided case number: 09400744. The contact was referred to the local dealer. The contact stated that the failure was similar to a fault turbo charge article. The failure mileage was 48,640.

- Mchenry, MD, USA

problem #267

Mar 042019

CR-V

  • 30,000 miles
Yesterday I got in my car to head home from work. When I turned it on, I got a number of systems alerts, including the engine, brakes, power steering and others. I was able to get the car home, but when I was going to take it the dealership, the car sputtered and seems to be losing power as if it would stall. This is the third time that I have gotten system alerts and taken the car to be repaired. The first time, the oil was changed and a software update performed. The second time, a software update was performed. This time, I checked the oil and it was over full and smelled of gas. The car is now at the dealership for them to determine the issue. I live in Texas. The first time this happened, was during the summer. The last two times have been in winter.

- Dallas, TX, USA

problem #266

Mar 032019

CR-V

  • 30,000 miles
I recently bough a used 2017 Honda CR-V. it had only 29,000 miles with a fresh oil change before purchase. I have put over 1,000 miles on it since purchase. I recently was informed of oil dilution problems with the 1.5L turbo and decided to confirm if my vehicle was affected. I checked the oil from the engine after letting it cool and my oil level was above the max level. Also, there is a strong smell of gasoline coming from the oil. This deeply concerns me as the oil level shouldn't be above the max level and the increased wear that can occur from diluted oil. Honda has yet to issue a recall or admit this is a widespread issue. I will be contacting Honda in hopes of full resolution.

- O Fallon, MO, USA

problem #265

Mar 022019

CR-V

  • miles
Oil dilution problem. Checked oil level after sitting idle in garage for hours. Oil level exceeds highest full level and dip stick has distinct smell of gasoline.

- The Villages, FL, USA

problem #264

Feb 262019

CR-V

  • 24,693 miles
Crankcase oil dipstick reading way over full 3000 miles after oil change. Oil with heavy gas smell.apparently gas seeping into crankcase.

- Cleveland, AL, USA

problem #263

Feb 222019

CR-V

  • miles
Fuel is leaking down into the oil pan raising the oil levels on the dip stick as mileage increases, which will result in premature potential engine failure. This is also going to hurt the resale value of the vehicle. For example, 2K miles after last oil change, oil levels have increased to a quarter inch above recommended "full level" displayed on the dipstick.

- Kansas City, MO, USA

problem #262

Dec 222018

CR-V

  • 14,000 miles
Oil dilution problem causing misfires while driving and throwing all saftey related features to throw codes and not function, throws codes and misfires while driving.has been to dealer 3 times and not resolved.

- Spokane Wa, WA, USA

problem #261

Feb 162019

CR-V

  • 23,600 miles
Went to local Honda dealer for regular oil change maintenance. After completing, noticed car seemed to be stalling and slow/non response in accelerating. By the time I got home about 7 miles away, all warning lights came up and car would not accelerate and go more than 5 mp/H. very fortunately this happen near my home where traffic is light. Would have been very dangerous if it had occurred on highway

- Paramus, NJ, USA

problem #260

Feb 112019

CR-V

  • 24,100 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Honda CR-V. while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled and the brake, power pressure, cruise control, and lane assist warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was turned off, restarted, and taken to vann york auto mall (422 eastchester dr, high point, nc 27262, 336-841-6200) for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred to contact to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The diagnosis information was not available. The failure mileage was 24,100. The VIN was not provided.

- Thomasville, NC, USA

problem #259

Feb 132019

CR-V

  • 9,493 miles
Engine oil has a flashpoint of 215 degrees and 8.5% fuel to oil ratio as measured by an independent laboratory, blackstone laboratories. Two tests have been performed and show dangerously low flashpoint levels and out of spec viscosity. The flashpoint is within the operating range of the engine. I am afraid of what could happen. Dealership will not fix the problem and they can only change the oil at the prescribed time indicated by the car. Flash point is extremely serious.

- Raleigh, NC, USA

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