2025 Honda CR-V vs 2026 Honda CR-V
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2025 Honda CR-V | 2026 Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 247 | 135 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 52 | 19 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 29 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–40 | 29–40 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 12,925 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda CR-V | Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 51 | 9 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 40 | 18 |
| Visibility/wiper | 31 | 24 |
| Service Brakes | 29 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 23 |
| Engine | 24 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 24 | 6 |
| Power Train | 5 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 16 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 17 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
2025 Honda CR-V
2026 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.