Is the 2021 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 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid

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2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:40:26.195Z

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: 104
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 3
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2021: 104 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

34% · 35 reports

CRASHINJURY

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The contact owns a 2021 Honda CR-V.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-02-02

Also filed under Electrical system

I was recently informed that my request was denied because my vehicle is currently at 160,000 miles, which exceeds the 150,000-mile threshold.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-20

I was driving, the check engine light started flashing at me, then the accelerator stopped working. Probably related to active investigation PE25016.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-19

Forward collision avoidance

24% · 25 reports

Most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.

Electrical system

23% · 24 reports

Most commonly citing cables.

CRASHINJURY

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The contact owns a 2021 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while reversing into her driveway at 1 MPH, the vehicle accelerated, the brake pedal was applied but locked up, and the steering wheel locked up.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-10-15

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Vehicle speed control

14% · 15 reports

CRASHINJURY

Fuel/propulsion system

14% · 15 reports

CRASH

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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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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2024-04-15Engineering 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

2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Engine: 35 reports on file for this year.
Forward collision avoidance: 25 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 24 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 23V844000 · Electrical system
Recall 24V064000 · Air bags
Recall 26V332000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2021 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 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid have?: 3 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.