2022 Honda HR-V engine problems
18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2022 Honda HR-V — 21% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Sudden loss of motive power while driving due to a complete CVT failure (creating a dangerous traffic hazard), and Honda Corporate's refusal of assistance.”
filed Aug 17, 2026
“The vehicle has a recurring safety defect where it suddenly shuts off / stalls while driving. This has happened multiple times, including immediately after the dealership performed repairs and issued "clean" diagnostic reports stating no issues were found. Key details: PCU codes were present on the…”
filed May 30, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Service Bulletin - During engine start in cold conditions, a miscalculation in the PCM causes the air-fuel ratio to exceed DTC P2DE1 rich criteria.
A23-100 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 5, 2024Service Bulletin - During engine start in cold conditions, it is possible for air-fuel ratio to exceed DTC P2DE1 rich criteria.
A23-100 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 8, 2023
Engine problems in other HR-V years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 HR-V | 3 | 7% |
| 2024 HR-V | 3 | 3% |
| 2023 HR-V | 8 | 1% |
| 2021 HR-V | 3 | 5% |
| 2020 HR-V | 10 | 12% |
| 2019 HR-V | 16 | 7% |
| 2018 HR-V | 13 | 8% |
| 2017 HR-V | 11 | 9% |
| 2016 HR-V | 22 | 9% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2022 Honda HR-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.