10.0

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

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problem #98

Oct 012018

CR-V

  • miles
I have observed high oil levels and raw fuel odors on the dip stck, along with raw fuel odors in the cabin. I know Honda is aware of the issue but has offered no guidance. Tell they have a fix in place, Honda should be giving free oil changes to prevent engine damage and premature wear and tear.

- Conroe, TX, USA

problem #97

Oct 132018

CR-V

  • 24,247 miles
Oil dilution issue. Upon checking engine oil level, noticed that level was 1/2" above top of dipstick measurement area. Engine dipstick also smelled like gasoline. Took car to dealer, they noted the excessive oil level as well, took pictures, and is contacting Honda. Dealer stated this is a known issue with a fix expected in November. Dealer changed engine oil in the mean time to bring engine oil to normal level and viscosity. Previously noted with dealer that smell of gasoline was present in vehicle cabin. Unknown fix at that time and I stated that I would bring it back if it continues to be an issue.

- Olathe, KS, USA

problem #96

Jul 172017

CR-V

  • 6,000 miles
2017 CRV AWD 2 months into owning all lights on dash like brake system engine air bags, tirer, brake. I see spots of oil driveway but oil is always full. Stalls sometimes when taking off. The other day the back wheels locked up causing the SUV to stop in middle of road, and couldnt move forward or backwards. The SUV swag side to side causing backend to slide sisde to side. Making it very hard to keep the SUV on the road. I have called about the dash lights all of them on and they said it needed to be rest. Smell gas inside the SUV. I had a 2006 Honda civic brought it new I never had a problem out of it going 300,000 miles with no problems thats why I chose to get another Honda, but with 2017 Honda CRV has been hell with all the issues and is a safety concern.

- Hazel, KY, USA

problem #95

Oct 082018

CR-V

  • 20,000 miles
I have done two oil changes at home this past year and each time I have extracted more fluids than the listed oil capacity in the owners manual. I read an article from consumer reports reporting that there maybe gasoline mixing with the engine oil. The symptom of over filled engine oil is a common one as reported in the article.

- St. Loius, MO, USA

problem #94

Oct 072018

CR-V

  • 15,000 miles
Our 2017 Honda CRV keeps showing over full even though no oil was added and has a very strong fuel smell to it. I feel fuel mixing in the oil could be a very unsafe condition. The engine could also suffer major damage because of this.

- Glouster, OH, USA

problem #93

Oct 112018

CR-V

  • 5,000 miles
I have smelled gasoline three times recently when driving. I called the Honda headquarters. They told me this problem is something they are working on. There is no fix for it at this time. They claim gas leaks into the oil filter which can affect the engine. I am concerned about my safety snd a possible engine problem. I have received no satisfaction. In addition I have had two other major problems in the short time I am driving my car. My battery needed to be replaced 7 months after I drove out of the dealership I was parked in a parking lot when my battery died. Recently the gear shift knob broke off when it was in drive and I was not able to shift gears. I was dropping off a passenger. It was replaced.

- Lyndhurst, OH, USA

problem #92

Sep 012018

CR-V

  • 20,000 miles
Engine oil level high

- San Bruno, CA, USA

problem #91

Oct 112018

CR-V

  • 17,060 miles
After purchasing the vehicle new, I noticed at around 4K miles the oil smelled heavily of fuel and was overfull. The engine oil and filter were changed. 5K miles later the oil again reeked of fuel as was overfull. Oil and filter changed again. At around 15K miles the oil again is overfull and apparently diluted with oil. I did research and it appears this may be a widespread issue. I'm concerned if I actually followed the maintenance minder system and went 10K miles per oil change the engine will lock up from lack of lubrication.

- Pickerington, OH, USA

problem #90

Oct 112018

CR-V

  • 35,000 miles
4000 miles after oil change, checked oil dipstick, oil level too high...oil smells like gasoline. CRV not running smoothly, hesitates upon acceleration.

- Grosse Pointe Park, MI, USA

problem #89

Oct 102018

CR-V

  • 13,275 miles
Gas was found in the oil. Oil stick was above the normal range. Poor gas mileage.

- Wabasha, MN, USA

problem #88

Oct 062018

CR-V

  • 35,100 miles
Engine oil smells like gasoline

- Lancaster, OH, USA

problem #87

Oct 112018

CR-V

  • 5,968 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that fuel was detected inside the vehicle and in the engine oil without warning. The contact called love Honda at (352) 628-4600 (located at 2219 S suncoast blvd, homosassa, fl 34448) and was informed to bring the vehicle in for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 5,968.

- Lecanto, FL, USA

problem #86

Mar 022018

CR-V

  • 3,000 miles
Gas smell in cabin. Engine oil level has risen and smells like gas. Smell has happened several times.

- Troy, NY, USA

problem #85

Aug 282018

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 27,800 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that after the vehicle underwent an oil change, it hesitated to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to classic Honda of midland (3705 w wall St, midland, tx 79703, (432) 681-1400) where it was diagnosed that the entire turbo system was blown. The dealer received authorization from the manufacturer to perform tests to see who was liable for the damage. The independent mechanic who performed the oil change stated that the engine malfunctioned. The independent mechanic ran tests on the oil filter and concluded that the manufacturer was at fault for the turbo system failure. The manufacturer was currently contesting the claim. The failure mileage was 27,800. 'parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).' Updated 12/07/18

- Odessa, TX, USA

problem #84

Dec 102017

CR-V

  • miles
Engine oil smell like a gas, gas run into/mix with engine oil, engine oil level rising each week. Definitely effect the vehicle use life. In the winter season, car heater has to wait a long time to get heat from air conditioner.

- Elmhurst, NY, USA

problem #83

Feb 182018

CR-V

  • 3,500 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that the high oil levels on the dipstick caused the vehicle to occasionally stall and created a fuel odor in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to (mcgrath city Honda, 6720 w grand ave, Chicago, il 60707) where they changed the oil. Two weeks later, the oil level was high again. The manufacturer was notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 3,500.

- Chicago, IL, USA

problem #82

Oct 062018

CR-V

  • 19,555 miles
Gas in oil

- Beech Mountain, NC, USA

problem #81

Oct 092018

CR-V

  • 9,551 miles
Gasoline contamination to oil. Oil levels are high and smell of gasoline. American Honda representative advises there is no fix. Recommends oil changes as needed, but will not reimburse cost. According to consumer reports, Honda CRV (2017 & 2018) owners are reporting stalls. This has potential to be a serious safety issue. No recall announced. Please get with Honda and investigate.

- Henderson, NV, USA

problem #80

Oct 092018

CR-V

  • miles
Gas smell on oil dip stick, oil level reading higher than orange markings, oil black and watery

- Flushing, NY, USA

problem #79

Oct 082018

CR-V

  • 31,000 miles
Experiencing rising oil levels due to high levels of gasoline being entrained in the oil. This is causing the oil to become increasingly thin and potentially cause an engine failure. The vehicle was stationary and on a flat surface during each of the oil checks.

- Pennsburg, PA, USA

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