2018 Honda CR-V: common problems and reliability

The 2018 Honda CR-V has 2076 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and forward collision avoidance. Owners most often flag narrow front seats with pronounced bolsters causing initial discomfort (breaks in over time). frequency: recurrent.

Safety record for the 2018 model year

2,076
Owner complaints
5
Recalls
46
Crash reports
2
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2018 Honda CR-V vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

engine
509
forward collision avoidance
386
fuel/propulsion system
361
steering
303
electrical system
271

Recalls affecting the 2018 CR-V

fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

Campaign 21V215000

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…

steering:electric power assist system

Campaign 18V663000

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…

seat belts:front:buckle assembly

Campaign 23V158000

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…

fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

Campaign 23V858000

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 …

What owners say across generations

Overwhelmingly positive sentiment, particularly for the latest hybrid models (2023-2026). The vehicle is consistently praised for its exceptional practicality, spacious and high-quality interior, quiet and smooth ride quality, and refined hybrid powertrain. Th

  • Narrow front seats with pronounced bolsters causing initial discomfort (breaks in over time). Frequency: recurrent.
  • Hybrid powertrain noise and struggle on steep highway inclines, with significant engine revving and reduced fuel economy. Frequency: recurrent.
  • 1.5L turbocharged gasoline engine issues in older models (pre-2023), including oil dilution and head gasket failures. Frequency: recurrent (for specific model years).
  • Steering system complaints (vibration, feel) reported for models around the 2022 model year, potentially addressed by a recall (#24V-744). Frequency: isolated.
  • Minor infotainment lag, particularly with wireless CarPlay/Android Auto. Frequency: isolated.

Owner insights cover all generations of the CR-V.

Typical used price

Used CR-V listings typically run $16,479–$25,125 across 2010 to 2026 model years.

Other CR-V model years

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