2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 72 |
| 2021 | 99 |
| 2022 | 73 |
| 2023 | 105 |
| 2024 | 83 |
| 2025 | 27 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
32% of complaints: engine — 32 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2021 Honda CR-V.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230202
23% of complaints: electrical system — 23 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
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, 20241015
The contact owns a 2021 Honda CR-V.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230202
17% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 17 distinct reports on file.
14% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 14 distinct reports on file.
CRASH13% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 13 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
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, 20241015
SAFETY TIMELINE
Pedestrian alert sounds
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.
Campaign 23V844000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 24V064000 — check if this car was fixed
Inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking
Loss of Motive Power
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.
Campaign 26V332000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (32 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V844000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V064000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V332000 (air bags) has been completed.
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 32% 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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.