10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 0
Average Mileage:
9,365 miles

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problem #191

Jan 072019

CR-V

  • 16,000 miles
Bought a new 2018 CR-V ex turbo in September. They never told me they had issues with gas mixing with the oil. The maintenance for oil changes is 10,000 miles. I changed oil myself at 6,000 miles and again at 16,000 by the dealer the second week in December. At that time the dealer said there was a recall for A/C computer. They still didn't explain what it will repair. Then I received a letter about the same A/C computer. So, I just happened to look online January 6th for recalls and found that a lot of CR-V's have gas mixing with the oil. Since I just had my oil changed by the dealer I thought I should check to see if mine has mixed. My oil was 1/2' past full. I called the dealer they informed me that the part will be in January 10th. So I made an appointment for that day. Unfortunately, what damage has already been done? I feel I was set up when purchasing this vehicle. They tell me the A/C recall will fix this problem. I'll sure be keeping an eye on my oil after the repair.

- Commerce, MI, USA

problem #190

Jan 052019

CR-V

  • 5,000 miles
At approximately 5000 miles I changed the oil in our 2018 CR-V (for the first time) and realized there was approximately 1.5 quarts too much oil (it wasn't all oil, gasoline had diluted the oil). We have an appointment today at the Honda dealer in grand island, ne to have them 'install updated injector software and something concerning the A/C regulator (they said).

- Ravenna, NE, USA

problem #189

Feb 282018

CR-V

  • 2,500 miles
Gasoline leaking into the engine lubrication oil reducing the engine lubrication ability.

- Chapel Hill, NC, USA

problem #188

Jan 072019

CR-V

  • 2,500 miles
Gas is entering and raising engine crankcase oil levels. Concerned that software updates made by dealer will solve this issue. Worried about long term engine reliability. Honda should extend engine warranty coverage to protect us down the road.

- Huntley, IL, USA

problem #187

Dec 012018

CR-V

  • 8,500 miles
Oil diluted with gasoline

- Amherst, NY, USA

problem #186

Dec 222018

CR-V

  • 6,989 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. while driving the vehicle, the contact noticed an abnormal odor of fuel in the engine oil. Additionally, when the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle idled. The vehicle was taken to bobby rahal Honda of state college (located at 2796 w college ave, state college, pa 16801, (814) 552-1352) where it was diagnosed that the software needed to be updated. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 6,989.

- Stae College, PA, USA

problem #185

Dec 152018

CR-V

  • 1,000 miles
Gasoline smell in oil, also occasionally gasoline smell in the cabin when turn on the heat.

- Westminster, CA, USA

problem #184

Jan 052019

CR-V

  • 1,700 miles
I bought a 2018 Honda CR-V (1.5L turbo engine) in August. It only has 1700 miles, but so far it has stalled on me 3 times (while driving). The first 2 times, I was under 25 mph and it started stalling. Several lights were flashing on the dashboard cautioning engine failure, brake failure, tire pressure failure, etc. The car was making pinging noises while these lights were flashing and it wouldn't drive any longer. I had no choice but to pull over to the side of the road and wait for a tow truck to take me to the dealership. The 3rd time this happened, I was going almost 40mph and it stalled again (same as before). The car was also shaking and stuttering while simply sitting idle. Honda said that the crank shaft sensor (cpk) was defective and replaced it...however, that did not fix the problem. When I asked Honda if this stalling issue was related to articles describing the ongoing problems with this make/model (in recent years), they refused to acknowledge it and said they couldn't comment because it wasn't a "Honda article". I'm sure I'm not the only customer that has come to the dealership with this problem...yet, they refuse to address that it's a serious problem. They also have not declared a recall. This is a serious life-threatening safety hazard. When the car stalled, I wasn't on the expressway, but on local roads; however, I don't feel safe driving this car anymore. I have no idea when it's going to stall again. Honda has given no assurances that they know what the problem is or can even fix it.

- Arlington, VA, USA

problem #183

Dec 302018

CR-V

  • 10,141 miles
Oil dilution, over full oil mark, engine oil leak noticed when stationary. Gas smell inside vehicle.

- Tucson, AZ, USA

problem #182

Jan 042019

CR-V

  • 8,270 miles
Gasoline is getting into the oil. Symptoms are a gas smell in the cabin and the level on the dipstick is above the top fill level. This condition can cause the vehicle to stop running causing a dangerous condition. Honda is repairing cars in cold weather states only. A tsb was issued in October 22, 2018. Why aren't they repairing all of the vehicles with this problem? I had the oil changed on my car and the oil level was 1/2 over the fill mark.

- Woodstock, VA, USA

problem #181

Dec 172018

CR-V

  • 8,402 miles
Our 2018 Honda CRV touring has the oil dilution problem. Our oil level increased about 3/4 inch on the oil stick from may, 2018 to December, 2018 and it smells like gas. We have also smelled gas inside our car. Honda is fixing some cars, but we live in Arkansas and our state is not on the list to be repaired. We could have an engine fire so feel it is not safe to drive. Also, the engine will wear out a lot faster with the dilution....even though the Honda dealer said it won't!!

- Heber Springs, AR, USA

problem #180

Jan 032019

CR-V

  • 2,500 miles
Engine oil was diluted with gasoline, causing possible motor damage. Dealer redid a fuel mapping, and made it so teh fan cannot blow until the car is fully warmed. This wont correct the issue. These direct injected motors let gasoline past the rings when cold, and if the car is cold frequently, the gasoline will not vaporize form the oil. If left unchecked, the increased volume of liquid can cause the car to lsoe power and shut off at any time, causing a safety risk. I live in Texas, so it doesn't get exceptionally cold, but this happened on a brand new car with less than 2500 miles on it at the time. Internet searches show thousands of people having the same issue. A recall should be forced to correct these issues, and keep people safe.

- Little Elm, TX, USA

problem #179

Dec 052018

CR-V

  • miles
With all the buzz on internet and also C.R.about gas mixing with oil, I bought a 2018 CRV with the 1.5 turbo engine, I checked my oil it was passed the full mark and smelled of gas.I took the oil cap off it also had a smell of gas.so most of us know this is not a good thing, long story short received a letter in the mail advising to set a appointment for a "fix" I hope this works here in Ohio.my appointment is for 1-7-2019, although sounds like a it doesn't work from comments people have made after they took their cars in. Please help!

- Hamilton, OH, USA

problem #178

Jan 042019

CR-V

  • 3,380 miles
Gasoline in the oil!

- Cocolalla, ID, USA

problem #177

Sep 192018

CR-V

  • 500 miles
I have the 2018 touring 1.5L turbo charged model. I am experiencing the fuel in oil issue and Honda says Nevada is not included in the update. I purchased this car brand new and want it fixed. I drive in a very cold climate on short trips, which is when they say the issue is occurring in this models.

- Reno, NV, USA

problem #176

Jan 022019

CR-V

  • 11,900 miles
Extra oil in the engine; during the previous oil change I followed the oem's recommendation and added the proper amount of oil to the engine (3.5L or 3.7qt). However, when I did the last oil change I drained 5qts of oil out of the engine, how is this possible?

- Flint, MI, USA

problem #175

Oct 012018

CR-V

  • 7,800 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that fuel was leaking into the oil. Team Honda (4613 E Lincoln hwy, merrillville, in 46410, (219) 947-3900) scheduled an appointment for January 4, 2018 to provide a software update. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The approximate failure mileage was 7,800.

- Crown Point, IN, USA

problem #174

Dec 312018

CR-V

  • miles
My 2018 cry had over ful oil level on dipstick and bad smell of fuel in oil. Took it into dealership and they acknowledged the issue was known in northern states but not in Texas where I live. The service manager said a fix is being issued in northern states and he said that he would call me in few weeks to schedule the fix for my CRV. It's been 1 month and I have not heard from service manager. I checked oil level after 1 month of driving and the level is above full with a smell of gas once again. This is most likely causing damage to my engines longevity.

- Mansfield, TX, USA

problem #173

Jun 202018

CR-V

  • 700 miles
Gas is getting into the oil and the engine does not heat up until many miles of driving in 40 degree temperatures, dip stick is showing over full all the time and still no fix

- West Lafayette, IN, USA

problem #172

Dec 282018

CR-V

  • 3,800 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. the contact noticed that fuel was mixing with the engine oil. There was also a loss of power and brake functionality as various warning indicators and gauges flashed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed to southeastern Honda (3125 us-1, palm bay, fl 32905, (321) 984-4224), but the cause of the failure could not be determined. A loaner vehicle was not offered. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but was closed for the holidays. The contact planned to call back. The approximate failure mileage was 3,800.

- Melbourne, FL, USA

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