2017 Honda CR-V service brakes problems
168 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes on the 2017 Honda CR-V — 10% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2017 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the brake message was displayed, causing the brakes to engage independently. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was…”
filed Aug 11, 2026
“There doesn't have to be a vehicle or obstacle in front of the vehicle and the brake system will automatically apply. This is extremely dangerous as vehicles behind the CRV have no warning the brakes are being instantly applied on the highway and/or street roads. Practically slams on the brakes.”
filed Jun 21, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Service Brakes problems in other CR-V years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 CR-V | 13 | 10% |
| 2025 CR-V | 29 | 12% |
| 2024 CR-V | 22 | 6% |
| 2023 CR-V | 28 | 5% |
| 2022 CR-V | 13 | 5% |
| 2021 CR-V | 25 | 8% |
| 2020 CR-V | 28 | 8% |
| 2019 CR-V | 98 | 9% |
| 2018 CR-V | 186 | 9% |
| 2016 CR-V | 18 | 5% |
| 2015 CR-V | 36 | 5% |
| 2014 CR-V | 19 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 Honda CR-V
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.