2017 HONDA CR-V

2527 complaints filed with NHTSA.

2527
Complaints
73
Crashes
5
Fires
59
Injuries
0
Deaths

NHTSA Safety Rating

5/5
Overall
5/5
Front Crash
5/5
Side Crash
4/5
Rollover

Complaints by Component

ComponentCount
ENGINE491
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM380
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM331
UNKNOWN OR OTHER256
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING202
SERVICE BRAKES165
POWER TRAIN133
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL59
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)54
STEERING53
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL51
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS49
AIR BAGS34
VISIBILITY/WIPER30
SEAT BELTS29

Recalls (6)

18V66300027/09/2018

STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic and CR-V vehicles. The magnet that controls the torque sensor output signal for the electronic power steering system may not be properly secured, allowing the magnet to become dislodged. During a full lock turn, the dislod

23V52400027/07/2023

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017, 2020, and 2022 CR-V vehicles. The certification label on the driver's side door states incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), and tire size information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with t

23V85800018/12/2023

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, F

17V25600018/04/2017

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 CR-V and Acura RDX vehicles. The Certification Labels on the affected vehicles were printed with ink that may be inadvertently wiped away with an alcohol solvent. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part

17V44200013/07/2017

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda CR-V 2WD and AWD vehicles. The affected vehicles have a fuel supply pipe that may have been improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the pipe disconnecting and leaking while driving.

23V15800009/03/2023

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2020 CR-V, 2018-2019 Accord and Accord Hybrid, 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019 Insight, and 2019-2020 Acura RDX vehicles. A manufacturing issue with the front seat belts may cause the seat belt buckle channel to interfere with the release button, p

Recent Complaints

20260119CrashAIR BAGS

Impact on the driver side from another vehicle caused it to be totaled but not a single airbag deployed.

20260119CrashELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Impact on the driver side from another vehicle caused it to be totaled but not a single airbag deployed.

20251125SERVICE BRAKES

I have had my crv suddenly brake on me on multiple occasions when absolutely no one is around to cause it. It’s created many of close calls and given me mild whip lash in the past. But yesterday it happened in a way much worse than ever bc I was on the interstate and it abruptly stopped (again no one in front of me or to the side) which jolted me and gave me some brutal whiplash and then it was locked up & wouldn’t go faster than 20mph!! I was in the left lane & I almost got hit by multiple

20251125ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

I have had my crv suddenly brake on me on multiple occasions when absolutely no one is around to cause it. It’s created many of close calls and given me mild whip lash in the past. But yesterday it happened in a way much worse than ever bc I was on the interstate and it abruptly stopped (again no one in front of me or to the side) which jolted me and gave me some brutal whiplash and then it was locked up & wouldn’t go faster than 20mph!! I was in the left lane & I almost got hit by multiple

20251125FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

I have had my crv suddenly brake on me on multiple occasions when absolutely no one is around to cause it. It’s created many of close calls and given me mild whip lash in the past. But yesterday it happened in a way much worse than ever bc I was on the interstate and it abruptly stopped (again no one in front of me or to the side) which jolted me and gave me some brutal whiplash and then it was locked up & wouldn’t go faster than 20mph!! I was in the left lane & I almost got hit by multiple

20250825FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

My vehicle braked hard on its own as I approached a metal pot hole cover in the street. It also flashes a BRAKE warning when I cross over shadows, such as from an overpass.

20250808CrashLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

The contact owned a 2017 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that after parking at a gas station/store, she locked the doors, and with the key fob in her hand, went into the store. The contact stated that the stranger had approached her at her residence prior to the incident. The contact reported that a stranger was able to gain entry and drive the vehicle on the freeway and crashed into some unknown vehicles. A police report was filed. It was unknown if there were any reported injuries. There was no

Mileage: 74,000

20250608CrashSERVICE BRAKES

Date of Incident: [XXX] Location: NYC, [XXX]. Mileage: 95,000 Description of Incident: On [XXX] while driving my 2017 Honda CR-V at approximately [XXX] at 20 mph I experienced a sudden brake system failure. When I pressed the brake pedal fully to stop the vehicle, the pedal felt extremely hard and resistant, and the vehicle continued moving, failing to slow or stop as expected and hitting the vehicle in front. While no major accident happened due to how slow I was going, This occurred as I was a

20250608CrashFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

Date of Incident: [XXX] Location: NYC, [XXX]. Mileage: 95,000 Description of Incident: On [XXX] while driving my 2017 Honda CR-V at approximately [XXX] at 20 mph I experienced a sudden brake system failure. When I pressed the brake pedal fully to stop the vehicle, the pedal felt extremely hard and resistant, and the vehicle continued moving, failing to slow or stop as expected and hitting the vehicle in front. While no major accident happened due to how slow I was going, This occurred as I was a

20250530CrashAIR BAGS

The driver side, curtain airbag deployed incorrectly. The airbag deployed at an angle. Instead of the airbag going down to provide a barrier between the window and the driver, the air bag slid to the right hand side of the driver's head. This meant that the driver's head was squeezed between the window and the airbag for two or three minutes until the airbag deflated. The car seat airbag was deployed as well. The collision happened at a 30 degree angle. The driver was stopped and the oncom

20250220CrashUNKNOWN OR OTHER

Electrical System Failure Battery Drain Issues Infotainment/Navigation Freezing Persistent Check Engine Light Excessive Oil Consumption Transmission Failure Brake System Failure Steering Issues Unintended Acceleration Airbag Malfunctions Fuel System Leak Increased emissions Misfires

20250206CrashPOWER TRAIN

The contact owns a 2017 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact exited the vehicle, left the door open, and the vehicle started to reverse independently. The contact stated that the front end of the vehicle crashed into a tree. The contact confirmed that the vehicle was in the park when it rolled away. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the air bags had not deployed. A Police report was filed. The vehicle was drivable and was tak

Mileage: 82,000

20250203CrashVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Braking system. Vehicle brakes did not brake and vehicle skidded over gravel and a driveway culvert. Vehicle was considered total loss because the airbag went off. My safety and others' was put at risk. Other questions, answer is UNKNOWN.

20250203CrashSERVICE BRAKES

Braking system. Vehicle brakes did not brake and vehicle skidded over gravel and a driveway culvert. Vehicle was considered total loss because the airbag went off. My safety and others' was put at risk. Other questions, answer is UNKNOWN.

20250203CrashELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Braking system. Vehicle brakes did not brake and vehicle skidded over gravel and a driveway culvert. Vehicle was considered total loss because the airbag went off. My safety and others' was put at risk. Other questions, answer is UNKNOWN.

20241013FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

Traveling on open road, Collision Mitigation Braking System errantly engaged putting vehicle in a hard, emergency stop condition. Nothing in front of us but empty road. Both driver and passenger were thrown forward. Driver sustained neck whiplash injury. The problem will be reported to dealer on Monday. This is a very know issue with this vehicle. The internet is full of complaints and you have already received hundreds of complaints. Add mine to the list. Please address this.

20240205CrashAIR BAGS

Airbags did not deploy during car accident and are not available for inspection as car was totaled. My safety and the safety of other passengers were put at risk the driver was slammed forward since the car got rear ended and the driver's chest was slammed into the steering wheel; medical attention was required and injuries were sustainted. The other two passenger also required medical attention and sustained injuries one to their neck and the other to their head, chest, and back. The problem ha

20240203STRUCTURE:BODY

Infotainment screen malfunction and safety issue. Also hood popped open twice while driving 65 mph causing damage.

20240203ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Infotainment screen malfunction and safety issue. Also hood popped open twice while driving 65 mph causing damage.

20231028CrashUNKNOWN OR OTHER

My Honda 2017 CRV, EX AWD Touring was serviced for oil change, transmission fluid change and complementary 20-point check on August 8, 2023 by Honda Dealer. Unintended sudden acceleration caused accident at a speed of less than 5 miles while parking the car in empty library parking lot Oct 22, 2023 collision summary: As I was parking the car I turned into an empty parking spot with a speed of about 3 to 4 miles. A Sudden burst of unintended acceleration as I turned to park caused high speed an