Is the 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid

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2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:57:58.879Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 74
Recalls: 5
Investigations: 3
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2020: 74 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2020	74
2021	104
2022	75
2023	107
2024	85
2025	28
2026	2

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

24% · 18 reports

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On four separate occasions while driving anywhere from 35 to 55 mph the engine light begins to flash and I lose all power. I am given just enough time to pull to the side of the road.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-16

Forward collision avoidance

23% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.

CRASHINJURY

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I was pulling into a parking space and to stop but suddenly the vehicle just accelerated forward jumped the curve, straight through some bushes and crashed into a tree. The airbag deployed caused injuries to my right arm, head, chest contusion.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-07-15

Also filed under Air bags

Service brakes

19% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Electrical system

16% · 12 reports

Fuel/propulsion system

9% · 7 reports

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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2021-02-12Electrical system20V798000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2020-2021 Insight vehicles. The DC-DC converter may shut down and prevent the 12-volt battery from recharging, possibly resulting in a loss of drive power.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the power converter unit (PCU) software, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners can contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is K9E.

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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
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2024-01-29Electrical system23V844000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the battery cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is FGB.

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2024-03-28Air bags24V064000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid,...

Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, October 18, 2024, and August 2025. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

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2024-03-29Fuel system, gasoline23V858000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020...

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD.

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2024-04-15Engineering analysisOpen Inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking
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2025-10-28Preliminary evaluationOpen Loss of Motive Power
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2026-07-06Air bags26V332000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021...

Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

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Buy-smart checklist

2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Engine: 18 reports on file for this year.
Forward collision avoidance: 17 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 14 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 20V798000 · Electrical system
Recall 23V844000 · Electrical system
Recall 24V064000 · Air bags
Recall 23V858000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 26V332000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid have?: 5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.