2019 Honda CR-V Problems & Owner Complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance 295 7 crash 17 injury

“On June 17, 2022 I had front end collision. I was stopped at a traffic light and went to move up closer to the car in front of me. When I touched the accelerator my accelerated very quickly in and removed my foot from the pedal. The engine continued to rev even though my foot was on the break. I was not seriously injured. The car that I hit had 2 people in it and they looked ok at the scene. I think they are being evaluated for injuries. I am waiting to take it to Progressive Insurance Network collision center. But they don’t seem to be interested in anything but body work.”
NHTSA complaint #11471247, 2022 · crash · 2 injury(ies)

“Driving 35 mph in my 2019 CRV EX, and all of a sudden, the brake started braking on its own. There was no warning, and the brake warning light came on several times with the brake braking on and off several times. There were not any objects, cars, or obstructions around. We (friend as passenger) came to a sudden stop when the braking first started up. It felt like major whiplash with jerking like motions. This lasted about 5 seconds and was just shocking. Our chests hurt afterwards, and it felt like the life was taken out of us. I was not using the cruise control/CMBS on at the time, but it wa…”
NHTSA complaint #11528180, 2023 · 2 injury(ies)

“Vehicle has had phantom braking and accelerations, occurrences of "Christmas tree dashboard" with all system alerts going off - have been intermittent, far between and unsure how to go about presenting to dealership or auto repair due to this - however THIS OCCURRED TODAY AND CAUSED A COLLISION/ ACCIDENT! My looking into the issue online has shown that this is a problem that many others have also had and that NHTSA has opened an investigation into it with honda! AGAIN - MY VEHICLE IS NOW DAMAGED AND I AM INJURED DUE TO THIS SYSTEM MALFUNCTION/ERROR! Today while in slow moving traffic to turn o…”
NHTSA complaint #11506792, 2023 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

Steering 187 2 crash 1 injury

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 HONDA CR-V. WHILE THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND WAS DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE TURNED LEFT INSTEAD OF RIGHT. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND SUSTAINED INJURIES THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED, BUT WAS NOT TOWED. PRIOR TO THE CRASH, THE CONTACT CALLED AN UNKNOWN DEALER ABOUT THE STEERING FAILURE AND WAS INFORMED THAT IT WAS NOT A LIFE OR DEATH SITUATION. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY WOULD CALL THE CONTACT BACK. THE CONTACT WAS NOT CALLED BACK. TH…”
NHTSA complaint #11281064, 2019 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V383000 (STEERING, AIR BAGS, COMMUNICATIONS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. DICK HANA HONDA (3321 NE AUTO MALL DR, VANCOUVER, WA 98662, (360) 342-9660) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.”
NHTSA complaint #11231475, 2019 · crash

“"sticky steering" - After turning the steering wheel a few degrees to the left, there is some resistance when turning it back to the center. It happens mostly at highway speeds, and happens more in hot weather. The safety issue is that it makes it harder to keep a straight course on the highway because the small adjustments a driver normally makes are more difficult. And, when overcoming resistance to turn the wheel back to center, it is easy to overcorrect and turn the wheel too far to the right.”
NHTSA complaint #11754622, 2026

Electrical System 157 1 crash 1 injury

“As I was cruising into a parking space with foot on break at about 1 mile per hour the car suddenly accelerated and hit he side walk. Foot still on break I put car in park and switched off engine. Total cost of repair $11,188.00”
NHTSA complaint #11690656, 2025 · 1 injury(ies)

“Vehicles harness leading to auto dimming rear view mirror was defective and a wire split rendering all my braking capability. The ABS system felt like it was reversing the brakes EVERYTIME I stepped on the pedal. I hit my garage door because of this: Honda wanted me to pay to fix the wire because "I had a handicap plate that probably broke the wire" yet I never put my handicap placard on my mirror but rather on my dashboard. My brakes are electronically controlled due to it having an electric brake booster and AEB, radar cruise control and more. I could have been killed. HONDA DIDNT CARE,…”
NHTSA complaint #11543014, 2021 · crash

“Multiple lights and warnings on dashboard of 2019 Honda CRV. Car would not reverse. Warnings were all at once and included, Emissions system problem, braking problem, power steering problem, collision mitigation system problem, electric parking brake problem and many others. Honda mechanic stated this is a very known problem with 2019 CRV and it’s the fuel injectors and head gasket.”
NHTSA complaint #11752067, 2026

Fuel/Propulsion System 131 2 crash

“Engine RPM surged while nose- in parking with foot on brake, causing vehicle to unexpectedly jump the parking barrier and hit a steel sign post, incurring $3,300 cosmetic damage to left front of vehicle. Pressed harder on brake to stop. Cost estimate obtained, complaint filed with American Honda.”
NHTSA complaint #11652814, 2025 · crash

“Car stops suddenly on highway, going into, "limp mode." All dash warning lights came on. Rich emissions. VTM-4 issue. This is an ongoing issue with CR-Vs, yet manufacturer has issues no solution, clearly opting to work each situation independently. Therefore, manufacturer saves the time and money associated with these repairs.”
NHTSA complaint #11577049, 2024 · crash

“Fuel pump failure 2019 Honda CRV. Confirmed at a shop to be the problem but unsure if it's the high or low pressure pump. The car stalled out in an intersection and we had to roll out of the road to safety.”
NHTSA complaint #11754323, 2026

Fuel System 119

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) at 10,000 in 2021. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving out of a car wash. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer and was restarted. The vehicle was diagnosed and determined that the battery and fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 30,422.”
NHTSA complaint #11753442, 2026

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated and started flashing. The vehicle started to decelerate, and the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and was diagnosed with a high-pressure fuel pump failure. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 133,178.”
NHTSA complaint #11751794, 2026

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle, there was a strong fuel odor present. There was no warning light illuminated. The odor was also present while the vehicle was parked in the garage, and the odor spread throughout the home. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure could not be duplicated after the dealer refueled the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 77,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11732513, 2026

Engine 104 3 crash 1 injury

“I JUST HAD A HIGH CAR ACCIDENT AND MY AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY BUT THE OTHER CAR DID. MY CAR IS A TOTAL.”
NHTSA complaint #11278710, 2019 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“I HIT A LARGE DEER ON THE INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AT A SPEED OF 60 TO 65 MPH. THERE WAS CONSIDERABLE DAMAGE TO THE FRONT OF THE CAR. I HAVE PICTURES. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE 2 PEOPLE IN THE CAR, NO ONE WAS HURT. *TR”
NHTSA complaint #11329660, 2020 · crash

“ON 2/7/2020 I WAS OPERATING MY CRV, MADE A LEFT TURN INTO DRIVEWAY OF TAVERN/RESTAURANT, 1080 E. PHILADELPHIA AVE., GILBERTSVILLE, PA. 19525 AND PULLED INTO THE FIRST PARKING SPACE ABOUT 10 FEET FROM STREET. I SLOWED DOWN TO ALMOST A STOP APPROX. 2 FEET FROM CONCRETE PARKING BLOCK, MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND ENGINE ACCELERATED VERY HIGH CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO JUMP THE PARKING BLOCK AND STRIKING THE RESTAURANT WALL. APPROX. 8 FEET FROM PARKING BLOCK. MY WIFE ASKED ME WHAT I WAS DOING AND I POINTED TO MY RIGHT FOOT ON THE BRAKE. NO ONE WAS HURT AND VERY MINIMAL DAMAGE TO WALL. THERE WAS A POLI…”
NHTSA complaint #11312090, 2020 · crash

Unknown Or Other 99 1 crash 2 injury

“Overview: On July 4, 2020 my SUV rolled backwards on a slight incline when the start button was pressed to turn it off while in drive position causing a broken ankle, multiple abrasions and back pain. Details: I drove my SUV onto a driveway with a slight incline. The SUV did not roll forward because of the incline but after stepping out of the vehicle I realized that I had not turned it off. I turned back around while standing next to the SUV and pressed the button to turn it off not realizing the car was in drive. It immediately started rolling backwards (downhill), knocking me to the grou…”
NHTSA complaint #11423330, 2020 · 1 injury(ies)

“I WAS DRIVING IN A LOCAL MALL AT A RATE OF 10-15 MPH WHEN THE EMERGENCY STOP FEATURE ENGAGED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CAR CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP, ALTHOUGH U HADN'T BRAKES. MY WIFE EXPERIENCED WHIPLASH DUE TO THE SEATBELTS SHE WAS USING. SHE WILL BE IN PT FOR THE NEXT MONTH. THE CAR WAS ONLY LESS THAN A MONTH OLD WHEN THIS HAPPENED. I REPORTED THE INCIDENT TO MY SALES CONTACT, WHO GAVE ME THE CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE AGENCY GENERAL MANAGER. DESPITE MESSAGES I HAVE SENT TO THE MANAGER, I HAVEN'T HEARD FROM HIM. I WANTED TO MEET WITH HIM TO LEARN HOW TO AVOID ANY REPEATS. CAN'T BELIEVE HONDA R…”
NHTSA complaint #11258155, 2019 · 1 injury(ies)

“I WAS STOPPED IN CAMBRIDGE IN FRONT OF THE MOS PENDING A RED LIGHT CHANGE AND DESPITE HAVING THE BRAKE FULLY COMPRESSED THE CAR MOVED FORWARD SLOWLY APPROX 3-6 FEET INTO THE CAR IN FRONT OF IT. THERE WERE NO LIGHTS OR WARNING. I HAD NO CONTROL OVER THE CAR. THE CAR HAD LESS THEN 100 MILES ON IT AND THERE WAS NO PRIOR INDICATION THAT ANYTHING WAS WRONG.”
NHTSA complaint #11197285, 2019 · crash

Service Brakes 95 8 crash 8 injury

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while attempting to come to a stop at a traffic sign, the vehicle did not brake as she depressed the brake pedal. The contact stated that she thought that she rolled into the intersection at approximately 10 MPH and crashed into a vehicle that was crossing the intersection. The contact's front end crashed into the other vehicle's wheel well and the passenger door. The contact's front end was crushed and her air bag was deployed. The contact stated that the police arrived and the Emergency Services unit responded. The contact stated she was…”
NHTSA complaint #11587906, 2024 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“I PURCHASED A HONDA CRV FROM HAGERSTOWN HONDA ON 3/16/2019. I LOVE MY CRV. HOWEVER, I'VE BEEN HAVING SERIOUS PROBLEMS WITH MY CAR. THE HONDA COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM IS CAUSING MY CAR TO JUST STOP WHILE DRIVING, USUALLY GOING 70 MILES AN HOUR OR MORE, DOWN TO ZERO WITHOUT WARNING. THE CMBS THINKS THERE IS SOMETHING I'M GOING TO HIT, HOWEVER THERE ARE NO CARS OR OBJECTS IN FRONT OF ME. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME ABOUT 5 TIMES NOW. I HAVE HAD MY CAR BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP TO SEE IF HAGERSTOWN HONDA CAN FIX THE PROBLEM. I HAVE MEET WITH BOB BARNES (SERVICE MANAGER) AND TALKED SEVERA…”
NHTSA complaint #11383412, 2020 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“-LANE ASSIST DID NOT WORK -BRAKES DID NOT WORK WHEN APPLIED, ON A HIGHWAY AND CITY STREET -WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS CLOSE TO OTHER VEHICLE NO WARNINGS OR SUCH -IT CRASHED WITH FRONT HITTING A TREE AND ENGINE FELL OUT OF THE CAR”
NHTSA complaint #11318567, 2020 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

Air Bags 78 12 crash 1 fire 9 injury 1 death

“The contact owned a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH he experienced a syncope before the crash, and the vehicle struck a telephone pole head-on. The air bags in the vehicle deployed all except the rear driver side. The contact and the rear driver-side passenger were transported to the hospital by an ambulance. The contact had a broken left hand, 3 broken ribs, seatbelt injury, partial lumbar herniation, and left shin was bruised and had an open wound. The front passenger left the scene and did not receive medical treatment until the following day, they suffered…”
NHTSA complaint #11584970, 2024 · crash · 1 death(s)

“TL* THE CONTACTS DAUGHTER OWNED A 2019 HONDA CR-V. WHILE THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING 60 MPH, SHE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF A COMMERCIAL TRUCK. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE STERNUM AND ELBOWS, A BROKEN BACK, A CAROTID ARTERY, AND A RIGHT KNEE LACERATION. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS RECEIVED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM THE DASHBOARD VICINITY AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN UNKNOWN LOT. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE…”
NHTSA complaint #11231274, 2019 · crash · fire · 1 injury(ies)

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while pulling into the street, the light was green, and she noticed a vehicle coming in fast into a turning light, and when he turned, she braced for impact. The contact stated she was in the left lane and got pushed all the way to the right lane during the crash. The air bags deployed, but upon impact to the head, the air bag exploded and instantly felt burning in her stomach, her hand, and all the way up to her shoulder. The vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was towed to a local Bodyshop. A police report was filed. The driver wa…”
NHTSA complaint #11729084, 2026 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

Communication 38 1 crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V383000 (STEERING, AIR BAGS, COMMUNICATIONS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. DICK HANA HONDA (3321 NE AUTO MALL DR, VANCOUVER, WA 98662, (360) 342-9660) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.”
NHTSA complaint #11231475, 2019 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V383000 (AIR BAGS, COMMUNICATIONS, STEERING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. C HARPER AUTO GROUP (LOCATED AT 4435 STATE ROUTE 51, BELLE VERNON, PA 15012, (724) 929-8000) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THEY WERE ON THE WAITING LIST FOR PARTS TO BE PROVIDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO THE DEALER. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.…”
NHTSA complaint #11281370, 2019

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 19V694000 (EQUIPMENT) AND 19V383000 (AIR BAGS, COMMUNICATIONS, STEERING). THE CONTACT CALLED GARCIA HONDA ALBUQUERQUE AT 505-260-5000 (LOCATED AT 8301 LOMAS BLVD NE, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87110) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.”
NHTSA complaint #11270203, 2019

Lane Departure 24

“When driving my 2019 Honda CRV it is very difficult to drive at speeds 55 or higher. The steering frequently becomes stiff, jerky and notching feeling requiring both hands be on the steering wheel at all times. It is exhausing and feels unsafe. It will not stay straight. You have to constantly attempt to pull it back in your lane. I have turned off lane assist and it still does it. Other Honda CRVs are included in a recall for this issue but mine is not. It causes severe driver anxiety and fatigue. Passengers even question my driving but when we trade places they see how frustrating it…”
NHTSA complaint #11745273, 2026

“I purchase a 2019 CRV at 80.00 miles. it had problems in the first year. I was driving the car stop while was driving in a residential area with no warning sign. I have pics, the next things my rear view mirror fell down I just stop driving to tape it up, next my wire harness broke blacken my dash broad. After that my hatch back stay up it couldn't get it down I drove with it up until I got to the dealership. The service department said the little motor died. so he took the spring I can afford to pay 1200 hundred dollars. No hatch back for me unless i used it Manually. Night mare lemon c…”
NHTSA complaint #11737901, 2026

“The vehicle began experiencing repeated engine misfires, hesitation, and loss of power during normal driving. The issue was diagnosed as failing fuel injectors, which is a known issue on this generation of Honda CR-V. The failure causes sudden hesitation and reduced engine power, particularly during acceleration and at intersections, creating a safety hazard in traffic. In some instances there was a strong fuel odor, raising concern for a potential fuel leak and fire risk. The injectors failed well before normal service life and required replacement. Honda has not issued a recall for many affe…”
NHTSA complaint #11714385, 2026

Structure 23 4 crash 2 injury

“-LANE ASSIST DID NOT WORK -BRAKES DID NOT WORK WHEN APPLIED, ON A HIGHWAY AND CITY STREET -WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS CLOSE TO OTHER VEHICLE NO WARNINGS OR SUCH -IT CRASHED WITH FRONT HITTING A TREE AND ENGINE FELL OUT OF THE CAR”
NHTSA complaint #11318567, 2020 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“I JUST HAD A HIGH CAR ACCIDENT AND MY AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY BUT THE OTHER CAR DID. MY CAR IS A TOTAL.”
NHTSA complaint #11278710, 2019 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“Engine RPM surged while nose- in parking with foot on brake, causing vehicle to unexpectedly jump the parking barrier and hit a steel sign post, incurring $3,300 cosmetic damage to left front of vehicle. Pressed harder on brake to stop. Cost estimate obtained, complaint filed with American Honda.”
NHTSA complaint #11652814, 2025 · crash

Power Train 20 4 crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IN A CARWASH PORT IN NEUTRAL, THE GAUGE SHIFTED IN REVERSE WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A POLE. NO AIRBAG DEPLOYED. NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. NO POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. NO MEDICAL ATTENTION CONTACTED. NO DEALER WAS CONTACTED. NO MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE DAMAGES WERE MADE TO THE REAR DRIVER SIDE HATCH. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 4,700.”
NHTSA complaint #11326747, 2020 · crash

“ON 2/7/2020 I WAS OPERATING MY CRV, MADE A LEFT TURN INTO DRIVEWAY OF TAVERN/RESTAURANT, 1080 E. PHILADELPHIA AVE., GILBERTSVILLE, PA. 19525 AND PULLED INTO THE FIRST PARKING SPACE ABOUT 10 FEET FROM STREET. I SLOWED DOWN TO ALMOST A STOP APPROX. 2 FEET FROM CONCRETE PARKING BLOCK, MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND ENGINE ACCELERATED VERY HIGH CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO JUMP THE PARKING BLOCK AND STRIKING THE RESTAURANT WALL. APPROX. 8 FEET FROM PARKING BLOCK. MY WIFE ASKED ME WHAT I WAS DOING AND I POINTED TO MY RIGHT FOOT ON THE BRAKE. NO ONE WAS HURT AND VERY MINIMAL DAMAGE TO WALL. THERE WAS A POLI…”
NHTSA complaint #11312090, 2020 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 HONDA CR-V. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS ENGAGED IN PARK, WITH THE ENGINE TURNED OFF, IT ROLLED BACKWARDS AND WENT PART WAY OVER A WALL. IT STOPPED SUSPENDED ON THE WALL. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO BILLY CRAFT HONDA (2634 LAKESIDE DR, LYNCHBURG, VA 24501, 434-385-6045), WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED AND REPAIRED OVER A 6 WEEK PERIOD. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 1,000. *JB”
NHTSA complaint #11254069, 2019 · crash

Visibility/Wiper 19 1 crash 2 injury

“-LANE ASSIST DID NOT WORK -BRAKES DID NOT WORK WHEN APPLIED, ON A HIGHWAY AND CITY STREET -WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS CLOSE TO OTHER VEHICLE NO WARNINGS OR SUCH -IT CRASHED WITH FRONT HITTING A TREE AND ENGINE FELL OUT OF THE CAR”
NHTSA complaint #11318567, 2020 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“The driver side visor will not remain in the full upright position. When driving the vehicle I have hit my head several times due to the visor falling to a 45 degree position instead of remaining in the flat against the headliner. This requires constant adjustment while driving by moving to the side window, or moving back to the front windshield to avoid constant nuisance while driving. We have hit our head on the visor MANY times looking for traffic at a stop sign or when merging. After taking the vehicle for services, this issue has been brought up to several service personnel at the dealer…”
NHTSA complaint #11608896, 2024 · 1 injury(ies)

“While driving on hwy, moonroof exploded - no other cars nearby”
NHTSA complaint #11742713, 2026

Vehicle Speed Control 15 1 crash

“ON 2/7/2020 I WAS OPERATING MY CRV, MADE A LEFT TURN INTO DRIVEWAY OF TAVERN/RESTAURANT, 1080 E. PHILADELPHIA AVE., GILBERTSVILLE, PA. 19525 AND PULLED INTO THE FIRST PARKING SPACE ABOUT 10 FEET FROM STREET. I SLOWED DOWN TO ALMOST A STOP APPROX. 2 FEET FROM CONCRETE PARKING BLOCK, MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND ENGINE ACCELERATED VERY HIGH CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO JUMP THE PARKING BLOCK AND STRIKING THE RESTAURANT WALL. APPROX. 8 FEET FROM PARKING BLOCK. MY WIFE ASKED ME WHAT I WAS DOING AND I POINTED TO MY RIGHT FOOT ON THE BRAKE. NO ONE WAS HURT AND VERY MINIMAL DAMAGE TO WALL. THERE WAS A POLI…”
NHTSA complaint #11312090, 2020 · crash

“I have 2 issues with my car - the first one has been ongoing and I should have reported it sooner - when using cruise my car will sometimes brake for no reason, it's as if the car sees something that's not there. The second one just occurred and has only happened once. I was driving on the highway using cruise and I got a message on the dash that said something like cruise control disengaged - the cruise turned off and the gas pedal didn't work so I had to coast to the shoulder. Luckily, I didn't have to cross any lanes of traffic or it could have been extremely dangerous. I plan to contac…”
NHTSA complaint #11687896, 2025

“Continuous illumination of all lights on the dash. We have to reset the battery to clear the codes and it will do it again but the timing differs. Now, I am getting the “Airbag SRS System Problem” that pops up and then goes away when the vehicle is restarted. This has been going on for over a year. We have replaced the alternator and continue to try and find the actual malfunction as a code reader just lists all things being illuminated. We are not the first, not the only, and definitely not the last crv owners with this issue. FIX THIS!!!! I’m highly disappointed in Honda.”
NHTSA complaint #11680295, 2025

Seat Belts 10 1 crash 1 injury

“The driver seatbelt failed to lock when rear end collision occurred and drivers face slammed into steering wheel. The steering wheel airbag failed to deploy when the car rear ended the vehicle in front of them. Drivers safety was jeopardized and now has severe concussion. Repair center stated seatbelt showed zero signs of locking and air bag should’ve deployed. Vehicle was inspected by insurance and was deemed a complete loss. No warning lights sounds or messages went off when vehicle was rear ended and front end collision.”
NHTSA complaint #11658683, 2025 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“The passenger side seat weight sensor assembly failed. It is available for inspection. The vehicle has been inspected and repaired by a certified Honda dealer. The airbag light stayed on beginning in December 2023. The SRS warning light came on in March 2024. This defect was subject to a recall of CRV’s manufactured from 2020 to 2022. We believe the 2019 vehicles were affected also and should have been part of the recall. Honda has recognized this problem and has reimbursed us $800 of the $1758.68 of the repair bill.”
NHTSA complaint #11582854, 2024

“When passengers are sitting in the rear seats, the driver side shoulder belt crosses the buckle of the center passenger's belt. This makes the center belt difficult to release in an emergency. I brought the car to the dealer and the analysis was that four other cars of this model were identical. I guess it's designed in.”
NHTSA complaint #11541034, 2023

Electronic Stability Control (Esc) 9 1 crash 1 injury

“ON FEBRUARY 29, 2020, I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT AT A NEARBY PARK AT A LOW RATE OF SPEED. I BEGAN TO APPLY THE BRAKE TO STOP THE CAR. AS I APPLIED THE BRAKE, THE CAR RAPIDLY ACCELERATED WITH SMOKE COMING OUT OF THE STEERING COLUMN. I CONTINUED TO PUT MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE TO STOP THE CAR, BUT IT CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE. I STEERED THE CAR AWAY FROM A SMALL LAKE BUT SMASHED INTO A PINE TREE. THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AND THE SEATBELT WORKED. I RECEIVED TRAUMA TO THE CHEST BY THE AIRBAG. I WAS TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL FOR EVALUATION AND THEN RELEASED THE NEXT DAY. THE STATE TROOPER CONFIRM…”
NHTSA complaint #11317488, 2020 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while stationary and attempting to start the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle jerked back and forth. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated including the brake system lights. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with VSA modulator failure and brake booster failure. The vehicle was at the dealer awaiting the repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 48,486.”
NHTSA complaint #11640900, 2025

“I HAVE 2019 CRV AND I RECENTLY BROUGHT TO DEALERSHIPS FOR RADAR SENSOR REPLACEMENT DUE TO INTERMITTENT. ABOUT A MONTH LATER NOW IT PICKS UP SIGNALS OR OBJECTS THEN AUTOMATICALLY BRAKES EVEN WITH NOTHING IN FRONT OF THE CAR (IE. NO OBSTACLES IN FRONT OF THE CAR OR OBJECTS). A PERSON BEHIND ME HONKED THE HORN AND ABOUT TO HITTING ME FROM BEHIND. I JUST TALKED TO HONDA DEALERSHIPS AND THEY HAVE NO IDEA HOW TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. THIS HAS OCCURRED ABOUT 3 OR MORE TIMES NOW.”
NHTSA complaint #11341843, 2020

Exterior Lighting 9

“Flashing through brightness settings by itself, low through dark and runs in loop whenever sunlight hits it directly. It looks like the auto dimming is getting crazy when sunlight hits directly. Reported issue with Honda. They issued a service bulletin (19-066) to the dealers to update the radio software if cars are still on warranty. However no recall was issued and customers have to pay dealers to get it updated for a manufactures defect.”
NHTSA complaint #11746319, 2026

“Electrical System problem //I am writing to formally raise a complaint regarding a recurring and serious issue with my 2019 Honda CR-V. Multiple dashboard warning lights turn on simultaneously without clear explanation. These lights are extremely distracting while driving and present a significant safety concern. What’s even more troubling is that we have no idea why these lights are coming on. This uncertainty puts us in a dangerous situation—driving without knowing whether the vehicle might stall, break down, or suffer another critical failure at any moment.Given that this appears to be a co…”
NHTSA complaint #11693857, 2025

“Having done some research I discovered that my problem seems to be happening to a number of CRV owners. My signal lights are flickering while the car is turned off. I discovered that Honda had done a recall to fix this problem on several other models but not the CRV. From what I can determine is that this is a problem with the Body Control Module. I feel that there seems to be a lot of CRV with the same problem and maybe your Organization might want to look into this. To see what has been posted you can go to UTube and type in the link (2017 CRV lights flickering when car is off)”
NHTSA complaint #11675710, 2025

Visibility 7

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the driver's side sun visor failed to close properly. Additionally, the contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the driver's side sun visor opened inadvertently blocking the view of the road. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 34,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11591056, 2024

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while idled, the heater and defogger system failed to operate above 40 degrees. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that due to the engine size, the heating system performed as designed. The contact was concerned that due to inclement weather, the failure could cause a safety risk to his health. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11499219, 2022

“Without any warning or apparent cause the sunroof just shattered.”
NHTSA complaint #11465369, 2022

Equipment 6 1 crash 1 injury

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 HONDA CR-V. WHILE THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND WAS DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE TURNED LEFT INSTEAD OF RIGHT. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND SUSTAINED INJURIES THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED, BUT WAS NOT TOWED. PRIOR TO THE CRASH, THE CONTACT CALLED AN UNKNOWN DEALER ABOUT THE STEERING FAILURE AND WAS INFORMED THAT IT WAS NOT A LIFE OR DEATH SITUATION. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY WOULD CALL THE CONTACT BACK. THE CONTACT WAS NOT CALLED BACK. TH…”
NHTSA complaint #11281064, 2019 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“2019 HONDA CR-V. CONSUMER WRITES SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS MADE TO VEHICLE.”
NHTSA complaint #11491096, 2022

“2019 HONDA CR-V CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM FAILURE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY BY 2 MONTHS AND HAD 24,000 MILES. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED THAT VEHICLE BE REPAIRED AT THE EXPENSE OF THE MANUFACTURER. THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED.”
NHTSA complaint #11480122, 2022

Seats 5 1 fire

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while in a building he heard a loud explosion. Upon going outside, he noticed the vehicle seat was on fire. The fire was extinguished by the owner. The fire department was contacted and stated the fire may have been started in the passenger seat due to the coils. There were no reported injuries or police reports filed. The contact stated the heater in the seat was previously used. The contact had some items on the seat. The contact mentioned that he had his dog in the vehicle and could have died due to the safety failure. The vehicle…”
NHTSA complaint #11460651, 2022 · fire

“The passenger side seat weight sensor assembly failed. It is available for inspection. The vehicle has been inspected and repaired by a certified Honda dealer. The airbag light stayed on beginning in December 2023. The SRS warning light came on in March 2024. This defect was subject to a recall of CRV’s manufactured from 2020 to 2022. We believe the 2019 vehicles were affected also and should have been part of the recall. Honda has recognized this problem and has reimbursed us $800 of the $1758.68 of the repair bill.”
NHTSA complaint #11582854, 2024

“My friend reached under the driver seat and felt a bolt under it. Turns out, it was one of the 4 bolts that holds the seats frame to the car. This was the right front bolt and it completely fell out! I checked the other 3 bolts still in, but the left front was also significantly loose! I had to get an Allen wrench and bolt them back in and tighten them! The passenger seat bolts were still in but also very loose! This is dangerous if I was in an accident my front seat bolts weren't tight and one was completely out, only holding the seat in 3 of 4 places!”
NHTSA complaint #11543015, 2023

Tires 5

“My safety has been put at risk using these Bridgestone Ecopia (235/60R/18) tires. They were purchased in 2024 and after a little more than a year and 14,000K miles the front tires are wearing unevenly with little tread left and in need of replacement. There are two (2) known recalls and eight (8) consumer complaints about these tires (see attached). I am seeking reimbursement towards replacement tires I have complained to Honda (where tires were purchased) and the Better Business as well.”
NHTSA complaint #11693308, 2025

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V equipped with Firestone Tires, Tire Line: Destination LE3, Tire Size: 235/60/R18, DOT Number: [XXX]. The contact stated that after the vehicle was taken to the tire dealer for tire rotation, the wheel sensor warning light illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle vibrated and made an abnormal sound while driving. The contact pulled over to inspect the tires and discovered that the front driver's side tire had been plugged with an unknown object. The vehicle was taken back to the tire dealer, where air was added to the tires. The front driver's side tire was not…”
NHTSA complaint #11570257, 2024

“The indirect TPMS system on my 2019 Honda CRV is a safety hazard. The TPMS alert light stays on all the time, even when all tires are properly inflated, when all tires are the manufacturers recommended size, and all tires have adequate tread to meet all safety regulations. The dealer acknowledges the system is poorly designed and was probably implemented because it is cheaper to manufacture than a direct TPMS system. The dealers have no remedy, therefore, Honda should be forced to recall the vehicles and make necessary changes to create an effective TPMS system.”
NHTSA complaint #11495304, 2022

Back Over Prevention 4

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65-70 MPH, the fuel injectors became inoperable. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the back over prevention camera was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel injectors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11714449, 2026

“THE ADAS SYSTEM IS MALFUNCTIONING, IT KEPT BLINKING WARNING SIGNS ALL AT THE SAME TIME.”
NHTSA complaint #11659403, 2025

“Rear camera stopped working, just shows a pink screen on the dashboard”
NHTSA complaint #11567039, 2024

Engine And Engine Cooling 4

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. While the contact’s son was driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated with an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The driver depressed the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle failed to exceed 15 MPH. The failure persisted while driving to the residence. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with turbocharger failure, caused by engine oil and gasoline dilution, which created a thick sludge in the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage…”
NHTSA complaint #11727510, 2026

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, several unknown warning lights illuminated, causing the cruise control mode and the lane mitigation system to become inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that there was fuel intrusion in the engine oil. The dealer determined that the fuel injectors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered under an unknown extended warranty coverage because the VIN was not incl…”
NHTSA complaint #11663503, 2024

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact received a notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.”
NHTSA complaint #11627206, 2024

Suspension 4

“I have owned my Honda since it had 11 miles on it, brand new in the parking lot I took it home. I’ve noticed in the past few months since September of 2022 ish the lane assist, and lane departure do not work now. Out of 100 times I drive the lane keep only works maybe 5/100 times. I called the dealership explaining how it’s a safety concern if it ever defected. And it’s not keeping me in the lane or even trying to read the lines on the road. The dealer wanted $199 just to look at it. I ended up watching a YouTube video, disconnecting and cleaning my battery, resetting all systems and computer.…”
NHTSA complaint #11526890, 2023

“I started hearing a roaring noise coming from the tires of my 2019 Honda CRV, so I made an appointment and returned the car to the auto dealership, who pretended like they didn't hear anything or see anything. I went for a second opinion at another Honda dealer, who then stated my tires are cupping. This is the second set of tires to replace in less than 3 years! The first set that cam with the car where Hancock Kinergy Tires, only lasted 29K miles! Now am on the second set Perilli Scorpion Tires and her we go again at 30K miles and my tires need replacing. I am now being told the issue i…”
NHTSA complaint #11472721, 2022

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HANKOOK TIRES ON THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE, TIRE LINE: KINERGY GT, DOT NUMBER PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR: 5M3V1BH1019, AND DRIVER'S SIDE REAR: 5M3V1BH1119, SHOWED UNEVEN WEAR RESULTING IN THE REAR TIRES HAVING A TREAD DEPTH OF 3/32. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HONDA MARYSVILLE (640 COLEMANS CROSSING BLVD, MARYSVILLE, OH 43040, (937) 645-4080) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE WAS RELATED TO THE SUSPENSION AND THAT THE TIRES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT YET REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORME…”
NHTSA complaint #11416298, 2021

Wheels 4 1 crash 1 injury

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 HONDA CR-V. WHILE THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND WAS DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE TURNED LEFT INSTEAD OF RIGHT. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND SUSTAINED INJURIES THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED, BUT WAS NOT TOWED. PRIOR TO THE CRASH, THE CONTACT CALLED AN UNKNOWN DEALER ABOUT THE STEERING FAILURE AND WAS INFORMED THAT IT WAS NOT A LIFE OR DEATH SITUATION. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY WOULD CALL THE CONTACT BACK. THE CONTACT WAS NOT CALLED BACK. TH…”
NHTSA complaint #11281064, 2019 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“The TPMS, a federally mandated safety system, has a persistent and intermittent communication fault, causing the warning lamp to remain illuminated. This renders the critical safety system inoperable, preventing notification of dangerously low tire pressure and placing vehicle occupants at risk. The fault first appeared since April 2025 after the vehicle required a jump start. Independent Diagnosis: An ASE-certified independent service center confirmed the persistent TPMS communication code. Exhaustive diagnostics verified that the battery, charging, starting systems, and parasitic draw are…”
NHTSA complaint #11704529, 2025

“My tire pressure light has gone on 10 plus times in the last year and I think only 3 times my tire was actually low on air. This is a safety feature because you need your tires to drive. The dealer has advised they can’t find an issue with the sensor etc and keeps telling me it’s the tread etc and wants to show me how to recalibrate the system. I worry every time I get into the car that the light is going to go on and hear a binging sound. It’s very nerve wracking because I only have just shy of 34k miles on the car and it continues to happen. If I ignored it and turned out there was a flat…”
NHTSA complaint #11469014, 2022

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