2017 Honda CR-V vs 2018 Honda CR-V
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Honda CR-V | 2018 Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,745 | 2,103 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 284 | 265 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 42 | 46 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–30 | 27–30 |
| Median reported mileage | 18,797 mi | 14,250 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda CR-V | Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 524 | 516 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 346 | 363 |
| Electrical System | 395 | 274 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 277 | 389 |
| Steering | 57 | 316 |
| Service Brakes | 167 | 184 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 29 | 229 |
| Power Train | 143 | 59 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 134 | 169 |
| Loss of power | 90 | 64 |
| Check engine light | 71 | 56 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 50 | 45 |
| Battery drain | 38 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 25 | 47 |
| Vibration / shaking | 22 | 26 |
| Won’t start | 20 | 18 |
2017 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.