2018 Honda CR-V
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Engine is the leading concern among 2,145 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the highest complaint count among 26 CR-V model years with reports.
Of the 2018 reports, 46 involved a crash and 2 involved a fire. 47 people were injured.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Air bags, sensor, occupant classification, front passengerMay 21, 2026
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
Campaign 26V332000 on NHTSA.gov
Fuel system, gasoline, delivery, fuel pumpDec 18, 2023
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, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Campaign 23V858000 on NHTSA.gov
Seat belts, front, buckle assemblyMar 9, 2023
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, preventing the seat belt buckle from latching.
An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD, LD9. TDF, FDG, ODH, YDI, ZDE.
Campaign 23V158000 on NHTSA.gov
Fuel system, gasoline, delivery, fuel pumpMar 25, 2021
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
Campaign 21V215000 on NHTSA.gov
Steering, electric power assist systemSep 27, 2018
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 dislodged magnet may cause steering assist to be applied in the opposite direction.
The unintended steering input reduces vehicle maneuverability and increases the risk of a crash.
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C2N, P2O.
Campaign 18V663000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints
2,145 reports, newest first.
Fuel/propulsion system, Feb 28, 2024
My car does lag when I'm driving on the highway. I need a letter emailed or sent by mail showing that the part is being ordered for my car so I can forward with my loan. The company will not go forward with my loan. I need the part fixed ASAP or a letter showing that the part is getting delivered.
Electrical system, Feb 28, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that the battery had been replaced four times. The contact stated that the dealer replaced the battery two times after the vehicle was purchased in January 2019. The contact stated that the battery had to be recharged daily to prevent battery drainage failure. The contact stated that while researching the failure, the contact discovered information regarding electrical system failure within the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,500.
Fuel/propulsion system, Feb 26, 2024
The car smelled of gas. The mechanic said the computer indicated that the fuel mixture was too rich. Upon inspection he found my oil even smelled of gas. He felt the car was unsafe to drive and at high risk of fire. The fuel injectors do not function properly. IDK how many complaints you have received but once I experienced it I found many reports of similar nature online so before something really bad happens hope it can be reviewed.
Fuel system, Gasoline, Feb 23, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Fuel system, Gasoline, Feb 23, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Fuel/propulsion system, Feb 23, 2024
Nothing happened - fortunately. I want to know why there's no remedy for this recall? Is Honda just waiting on a problem? I want my Mom to be safe and have no issues. Can you/Honda please work toward a speedy solution and keep us updated? This is my Mom's vehicle and she lives in Indiana. I'm her son and I live in South Carolina.
Engine, Fuel/propulsion system, Feb 23, 2024
Informed at 5 dealerships that repair parts not available now and until until FALL 2024...car has 10,000miles and fearful of driving it
Forward collision avoidance, Feb 23, 2024
I was driving and suddenly my car started beeping and flashing that I needed to brake. I felt my car slam to a stop in the middle of the road by itself. Thankfully there were no cars behind me or this could have resulted in a crash or serious injury.
Fuel system, Gasoline, Engine, Feb 22, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced the engine; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who informed the contact that they could not duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The manufacturer was contacted, and case was opened. The manufacturer referred the contact to the dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
Visibility/wiper, Feb 21, 2024
The visor on the driver's side does not go all the up or down. This puts the driver and passengers at risk for an accident, especially if driving into the sun by limiting needed visibility for the driver. The visor was brought to the dealer's attention.. He said I would be responsible for the cost of a new visor and installation. I was told upon buying the car that it was tight because it was new and would "work itself out." It never has become better., only looser.
Fuel system, Gasoline, Feb 21, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 10 MPH, the check engine warning light flashed on and off and the vehicle momentarily lost motive power and would not properly accelerate. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, but the cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000(Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 61,300.
Fuel system, Gasoline, Feb 20, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and stated that the part would not be available until fall 2024. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Fuel system, Gasoline, Feb 20, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving from 30-75 MPH, the check engine warning light, Lane Departure warning light, and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where diagnostic test codes related to the fuel injectors extended were retrieved. The contact stated that unknown sensors were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where diagnostic test codes related to the fuel injectors were retrieved. The vehicle was taken to a second dealer, East Coast Honda (8756A US Highway 17 Bypass South, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588), where the same assessment was made; however, the dealer declined to repair the vehicle under the Extended Warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact later became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline), which she related to the failure; however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Fuel system, Gasoline, Feb 20, 2024
The contact's husband owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V85800 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Other or unspecified, Feb 18, 2024
Dashboard Display screen glitches. Becomes inoperable. I took the car to the dealer and they ignored it. Causes safety issues when reversing, navigating in an unknown area, makes beeping noises, and cannot be reset without turning the car off and then back on. This has been happening intermittently since 2019.
Exterior lighting, Engine, Feb 17, 2024
Initially we had check engine light on and we felt that the car had difficulty to start after stopped at traffic light. We had to restarted the engine to solve the stall problem. We took the car to a mechanic and he changed oxygen sensor and spark plugs but the problem came back. Then we received the recall letter realized it was exactly the same problem we had. The mechanic re-examined the car and confirmed that fuel pump was the problem. The recall letter told us to wait for replacement. Since we did not have another car we had to use it. On February 16, the situation became worse. We almost ran into crash on high way 95. The check engine light kept flashing and the car seemed to lose power in the middle of high way. We managed to pull over. It was very scary and it was lucky to avoid any harm in this incident.. Talking to Honda service was not helpful. They insisted on us to pay diagnosis fee of $195 to do the evaluation and tried to deny the third-party mechanic's opinion. We lost trust of their objectivity to do a fair check.
Steering, Feb 15, 2024
After 20-30 minutes of highway driving the steering wheel begins to stick and then presents a slight slack - always to the right - the problem becomes worse at higher speeds - i have been to two honda dealerships including where i purchased the car new - one dealership recommended a 4 wheel alignment - i had that done but it did not fix the issue - then the same honda dealer told me my rack and pinion was going out and they could replace it for $2,200.00 - all this began at about 75,000 miles - i then took the car back to the honda dealer from where i purchased the car - they told me a 4 wheel alignment would not fix the symptoms i described - they were also not able to replicate my problem and did not recommend a diagnostic test at this time as they charge $175.00 for that - i was told if it gets worse to bring the car back - further research has led me to honda forums where others are experiencing the same and similar issues - mainly with 2016-2017 honda civics - there have been no indicator or warning lights to help diagnose this issue - my 2018 honda crv does not have lane assist - it does have electronic power steering - thank you and have a nice day !
Fuel system, Gasoline, Feb 15, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Fuel system, Gasoline, Feb 15, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact received 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 not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Forward collision avoidance, Feb 14, 2024
Vehicle braked suddenly without stepping on the brake pedal. The vehicle then started to make beeping sounds. The vehicle is available for inspection. Luckily this happened in the evening and there were no cars in close proximity. This could have caused serious injury or death. This was the first occurrence. The vehicle has not yet been taken to the dealer. No inspections have been made. This was the first occurrence. No warning lamps were noticed. Driver was taken by surprise and first reaction was to look around for other vehicles. There were no other symptoms.
Forward collision avoidance, Feb 13, 2024
The automatic braking component has braked, repeatedly, when there is nothing to brake for. Today, I was approaching a green light, no one was in front of me, the lane was clear, but the car suddenly braked. Fortunately, the person behind me did not hit me. It was a hard full stop. This has happened often enough, now, that I think I should turn that feature off. In the past when this happened, I have called the dealership, Brandon Honda, Brandon, Florida, and was told it was because I has the windshield replaced with non manufacturer original equipment. So, I had the windshield replaced with a Honda original, which resulted in higher insurance premiums due to the cost of the windshield and the frequency of replacement. Even with the manufacturer's windshield, the braking persists and seems to be happening more often and with a harder stop
Fuel system, Gasoline, Feb 13, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact received 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 not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Exterior lighting, Engine, Fuel/propulsion system, Feb 12, 2024
On my way home, the car began to tremble and make a very strange noise. I couldn't stop because I was on the highway, the next day all the lights car on the dashboard were on, I dropped my car on the dealer and still is there,.
Electrical system, Back over prevention, Feb 12, 2024
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Fuel system, Gasoline, Feb 12, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact received 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 made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. 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.