MYRModel Year Report

2013 Honda CR-V

● Typical for this model
2013 Honda CR-V
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

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
382
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2013

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine

25% of complaints

Complaints per year

1997: 108 complaints 1997 1998: 128 complaints 1999: 127 complaints 2000: 129 complaints 2001: 142 complaints 2001 2002: 515 complaints 2003: 468 complaints 2004: 501 complaints 2005: 479 complaints 2005 2006: 398 complaints 2007: 887 complaints 2008: 962 complaints 2009: 386 complaints 2009 2010: 480 complaints 2011: 554 complaints 2012: 402 complaints 2013: 382 complaints 2013 382 2014: 587 complaints 2015: 672 complaints 2016: 393 complaints 2017: 1,770 complaints 2017 2018: 2,151 complaints 2019: 1,103 complaints 2020: 362 complaints 2021: 334 complaints 2021 2022: 264 complaints 2023: 522 complaints 2024: 391 complaints 2025: 256 complaints 2025 2026: 148 complaints
1997: 108 complaints 1997 1998: 128 complaints 1999: 127 complaints 1999 2000: 129 complaints 2001: 142 complaints 2001 2002: 515 complaints 2003: 468 complaints 2003 2004: 501 complaints 2005: 479 complaints 2005 2006: 398 complaints 2007: 887 complaints 2007 2008: 962 complaints 2009: 386 complaints 2009 2010: 480 complaints 2011: 554 complaints 2011 2012: 402 complaints 2013: 382 complaints 2013 382 2014: 587 complaints 2015: 672 complaints 2015 2016: 393 complaints 2017: 1,770 complaints 2017 2018: 2,151 complaints 2019: 1,103 complaints 2019 2020: 362 complaints 2021: 334 complaints 2021 2022: 264 complaints 2023: 522 complaints 2023 2024: 391 complaints 2025: 256 complaints 2025 2026: 148 complaints
1997: 108 complaints 1997 1998: 128 complaints 1999: 127 complaints 1999 2000: 129 complaints 2001: 142 complaints 2001 2002: 515 complaints 2003: 468 complaints 2003 2004: 501 complaints 2005: 479 complaints 2005 2006: 398 complaints 2007: 887 complaints 2007 2008: 962 complaints 2009: 386 complaints 2009 2010: 480 complaints 2011: 554 complaints 2011 2012: 402 complaints 2013: 382 complaints 2013 382 2014: 587 complaints 2015: 672 complaints 2015 2016: 393 complaints 2017: 1,770 complaints 2017 2018: 2,151 complaints 2019: 1,103 complaints 2019 2020: 362 complaints 2021: 334 complaints 2021 2022: 264 complaints 2023: 522 complaints 2023 2024: 391 complaints 2025: 256 complaints 2025 2026: 148 complaints

2013: 382 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
1997108
1998128
1999127
2000129
2001142
2002515
2003468
2004501
2005479
2006398
2007887
2008962
2009386
2010480
2011554
2012402
2013382
2014587
2015672
2016393
20171,770
20182,151
20191,103
2020362
2021334
2022264
2023522
2024391
2025256
2026148

Known problem areas

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

Engine

25% · 97 reports
CRASHINJURY
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Pulled into driveway and was a couple of feet away from the garage door, going only one or two MPH,put foot on brake to stop and suddenly the car lurch forward,press as hard as I could on brake pedal,but car kept moving forward till it hit garage...

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-16

Also filed under Service brakes

Power train

25% · 95 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

CRASHINJURY

Electrical system

10% · 38 reports

Most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and integrated trailer brake control.

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I was driving then I shut off like I shut the car off and restart it while I was driving then my electric power steering symbol keeps coming on.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-08

Also filed under Steering

Exterior lighting

8% · 32 reports

Most commonly citing headlights.

Air bags

7% · 27 reports
CRASHINJURY
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This honda cr-v had a sudden surge of acceleration while the brake pedal was pressed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-03-10

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

The contact owns a 2013 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while in a commercial parking garage, a second vehicle crashed into the rear of the vehicle, causing the driver to inadvertently press the accelerator pedal and lose control of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-09

Air bag tore during deployment and deflated very fast also caused cuts on my left arm and burns on my right hand fingers. I was wearing my seat belt also which held me in place. I do have pictures of the air bag.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-20

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2013-05-13Power train13V143000 Honda is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 CR-V, Odyssey, and model year 2013 Acura RDX vehicles. During sub-freezing temperatures, the brake-shift interlock blocking mechanism may become slow…

    Remedy: Honda will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicle to a Honda or Acura dealer. The dealer will install an updated brake shift interlock blocking mechanism free of charge. The recall…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    2019-04-19Engineering analysisClosed 2024-09-19 Electrical overstress
  3. I
    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
  4. R
    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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Buy-smart checklist

2013 Honda CR-V — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 97 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 95 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 38 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 13V143000 · Power train
  • Recall 23V858000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2013 Honda CR-V reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Honda CR-V is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Honda CR-V?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Honda CR-V have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.