2026 Honda CR-V problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Among the better years
The 2026 Honda CR-V is among the quieter years of the CR-V on NHTSA's books: 140 complaints (74% below the model's median year), no recalls, and no open investigations.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across driver assistance (26), other (24), and visibility & wipers (20), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.
140
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
12
Crash-involved
4
Fires reported
4
Injuries
0
Deaths
5
NCAP overall · of 5 stars
How does 2026 compare to other CR-V years?
What are the most common 2026 Honda CR-V problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driver Assistance | 26 | 19% | ▼ down |
| Other | 24 | 17% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 20 | 14% | ▼ down |
| Electrical System | 18 | 13% | — flat |
| Brakes | 11 | 8% | ▼ down |
| Transmission | 10 | 7% | ▲ up |
| Steering | 6 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Engine | 6 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 5 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 5 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 4 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Lighting | 2 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Tires & Wheels | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Airbags | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“Took my 2026 Honda CRV Touring Sport Hybrid through the car wash exactly one month and one day after purchasing. Upon leaving, I noticed a perfect horizontal crack the length of the passenger side mirror. I was later told this was a known issue due to extreme temperature changes (low temperatures)…”
“While driving my new Honda CR-V, the vehicle suddenly caught fire without any accident, collision, or external cause. Warning lights appeared and smoke/fire followed shortly after. The incident was extremely dangerous and resulted in a total loss of the vehicle. No physical injury occurred, but…”
“Took my 2026 Honda CRV Touring Sport Hybrid through the car wash exactly one month and one day after purchasing. Upon leaving, I noticed a perfect horizontal crack the length of the passenger side mirror. I was later told this was a known issue due to extreme temperature changes (low temperatures)…”
“Sudden Unintended Acceleration (SUA) I was pulling into a parking spot in a parking structure. I was coasting into the spot and applied the brakes. Upon releasing the break and allowing the car to coast, it unintentionally lurched forward with some acceleration even though I did not press on the…”
“1. The vehicle accelerated rapidly and uncontrollably without my touching the gas pedal and despite my slamming the breaks. 2 The vehicle jumped a curb and slammed into a parked car. Someone could have been easily killed if they were in front of the vehicle. 3. Not yet. I will have it towed to the…”
2026 Honda CR-V — common questions
Is the 2026 Honda CR-V reliable?
Its record is better than the model's norm: 140 NHTSA complaints, below the typical CR-V year, with 0 recalls and no open investigations.
What are the most common 2026 CR-V problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (26 complaints), other (24 complaints), visibility & wipers (20 complaints).
Does the 2026 Honda CR-V have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2026 Honda CR-V.
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 2026 Honda CR-V?
In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2026 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.