2004 Honda CR-V vs 2006 Honda CR-V
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Honda CR-V | 2006 Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 501 | 398 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 130 | 55 |
| Investigations | 7 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 34 | 27 |
| Fire reports | 39 | 16 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda CR-V | Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 103 | 74 |
| Exterior Lighting | 39 | 118 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 142 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 73 | 75 |
| Power Train | 13 | 25 |
| Equipment | 33 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 | 15 |
| Visibility | 16 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 31 | 19 |
| Clunking / rattling | 14 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 12 | 13 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 5 |
| Overheating | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 8 |
2004 Honda CR-V
2006 Honda CR-V
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.