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2023 Honda CR-V problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Worth extra scrutiny

The 2023 Honda CR-V sits mid-pack among CR-V years: 644 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 532, with 3 recalls and one closed investigation. Complainants reported 30 injuries in total across these filings.

The trouble concentrates in one system: steering issues account for 49% of all reports (318 of 644), far ahead of driver assistance at 100. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

644

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

1

Investigations

33

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

30

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2023 compare to other CR-V years?

CR-V NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted2,923 complaints1997: 129 complaints1998: 136 complaints1999: 158 complaints2000: 156 complaints2001: 159 complaints2002: 661 complaints2003: 580 complaints2004: 603 complaints2005: 601 complaints2006: 522 complaints2007: 1,158 complaints2008: 1,221 complaints2009: 447 complaints2010: 588 complaints2011: 646 complaints2012: 508 complaints2013: 498 complaints2014: 795 complaints2015: 975 complaints2016: 544 complaints2017: 2,596 complaints2018: 2,923 complaints2019: 1,502 complaints2020: 438 complaints2021: 438 complaints2022: 291 complaints2023: 644 complaints2024: 514 complaints2025: 339 complaints2026: 140 complaints
CR-V NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Honda CR-V problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Steering31849%
Driver Assistance10016%
Other325%
Visibility & Wipers295%
Brakes295%
Electrical System274%
Fuel System234%
Body & Structure223%
Engine193%
Transmission142%
Speed Control132%
Airbags61%
Lighting51%
Seats30%
Tires & Wheels20%
Suspension10%
Seat Belts10%

Does the 2023 Honda CR-V have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V744000SteeringOctober 3, 2024 · 1,693,199 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.

Consequence

Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.

23V858000Fuel SystemDecember 18, 2023 · 2,490,460 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

23V092000SeatsFebruary 16, 2023 · 98 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 CR-V vehicles. The front passenger seat back frame may not have been welded properly, which can cause the seat back position to fail in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."

Consequence

A seat back position that fails may not adequately restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front passenger seat back frame assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is 6PK.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The car has a very sticky feeling when steering. The car is very hard to steer at higher speeds and makes it very hard to maneuver in case of emergency The steering locks and gets super hard to turn at speeds greater than 20 mph. I have already been in a minor accident which I couldn’t swerve…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · July 10, 2023 · crash

“On highway this Honda CR-V was hit by another vehicle 2013 doge at right rear side. Other car was sliding on the road , crossing the lanes and hitting the CR-V. Side airbags were deployed immediately during primary collision. CR-V didn’t stop after that. It turned left from right most lane and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · March 13, 2023 · crash

“The vechicle was in an accident were it went off the road into grassy area. Hitting several street signs and a power transformer. The safety features automatic braking or lane keep assistance did not engage. The driver tried to brake the car did not stop nor did it seem to slow down by the distance…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · March 10, 2026 · crash

“I was pulling up to the Subway sandwich shop to pick up my lunch. I was approaching from their back ally (coming from Walgreens next door) so I could not have been going faster than a few miles per hour. As I approached the parking space the car started speeding up so I turned right to keep from…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · April 29, 2023 · crash

“Drivers side door mirror vibrates while driving. Causes issues when looking at it when checking for traffic etc. This has been reported and verified by dealer. This is a known issue by Honda and has been reported by other Honda owners. Dealer told me that Hona is aware but mirrors are back ordered…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · April 1, 2023

2023 Honda CR-V — common questions

Is the 2023 Honda CR-V reliable?

It is close to typical for the CR-V: 644 NHTSA complaints, 3 recalls, and 1 investigation on file.

What are the most common 2023 CR-V problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are steering (318 complaints), driver assistance (100 complaints), other (32 complaints).

Does the 2023 Honda CR-V have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Honda CR-V. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2023 Honda CR-V under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Honda CR-V years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the CR-V years to avoid are 2018, 2017, 2019, 2008, 2007, 2015, 2014, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2003, 2006, 2012, 2013, 2021, 2020, 2022. The cleanest record among CR-V years belongs to 1997.

How safe is the 2023 Honda CR-V?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2023 Honda CR-V earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.