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2026 Honda CR-V: common problems and reliability
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143 owner complaints, most about electrical system. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2026 CR-V?The 2026 Honda CR-V has 143 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and visibility/wiper.
Safety record for the 2026 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2026 Honda CR-V vehicles (US, public record).
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Is 2026 a good year for the CR-V?
Across the 30 CR-V model years we track, complaint volume runs from 109 (1997) to 2,141 (2018). With 143 complaints, the 2026 CR-V sits below the model's median of 479.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
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.
Owner insights cover all generations of the CR-V. See the full CR-V owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used CR-V listings typically run $15,932–$25,995.
Other CR-V model years
Compare every CR-V year side by side to see how 2026 ranks against the rest.
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