2017 Honda CR-V
This year had more than double the complaints 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 108 |
| 1998 | 128 |
| 1999 | 127 |
| 2000 | 129 |
| 2001 | 142 |
| 2002 | 515 |
| 2003 | 468 |
| 2004 | 501 |
| 2005 | 479 |
| 2006 | 398 |
| 2007 | 886 |
| 2008 | 960 |
| 2009 | 386 |
| 2010 | 480 |
| 2011 | 552 |
| 2012 | 401 |
| 2013 | 381 |
| 2014 | 586 |
| 2015 | 669 |
| 2016 | 390 |
| 2017 | 1756 |
| 2018 | 2124 |
| 2019 | 1085 |
| 2020 | 352 |
| 2021 | 323 |
| 2022 | 252 |
| 2023 | 515 |
| 2024 | 381 |
| 2025 | 241 |
| 2026 | 125 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
30% of complaints: engine — 526 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I demand answers for the issues I have been facing with my vehicle. I have been to multiple dealerships, but none of them have been able to provide a satisfactory solution.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230918
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and EXTERIOR LIGHTING
At 110644 miles had to have head gasket replaced June 2023. Then July 17 had to have head gasket replaced again at 182782 Very upsetting
NHTSA ODI report, 20260729
I brought my 2017 Honda CRV (1.5L turbo engine) with approximately 83,000 miles into my independent mechanic on 6/12/26 to fix a crank oil seal after discovered at recent oil change by them and prior in April when I brought vehicle into Honda to...
NHTSA ODI report, 20260725
23% of complaints: electrical system — 397 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and 12v/24v/48v battery.
CRASH INJURY20% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 346 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY19% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 340 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
CRASH INJURY10% of complaints: service brakes — 175 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
PULLING INTO DRIVEWAY... FOOT ON BRAKE.... RAPID ACCELERATION... BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE... CRASHED INTO BRICK PORCH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171113
Also filed under POWER TRAIN and STRUCTURE
WAS DRIVING 45MPH ON A STRAIGHT, FLAT ROAD, NO OTHER CARS AROUND. BRAKES SLAMMED ON AND THEN RELEASED. THERE WAS NOTHING IN FRONT OF ME OR BEHIND ME. I BELIEVE SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH THE COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170809
SAFETY TIMELINE
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 CR-V and Acura RDX vehicles. The Certification Labels on the affected vehicles were printed with ink that may be inadvertently wiped away with an alcohol solvent.
Remedy: Honda and Acura will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Certification Label, free of charge. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 17V256000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda CR-V 2WD and AWD vehicles.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel supply pipe, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KH1.
Campaign 17V442000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic and CR-V vehicles.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C2N, P2O.
Campaign 18V663000 — check if this car was fixed
Inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2020 CR-V, 2018-2019 Accord and Accord Hybrid, 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019 Insight, and 2019-2020 Acura RDX vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2023.
Campaign 23V158000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017, 2020, and 2022 CR-V vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new corrected label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is CF7.
Campaign 23V524000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 23V858000 — check if this car was fixed
Inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking
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
2017 Honda CR-V — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (526 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (397 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (346 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 17V256000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V442000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V663000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V158000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V524000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V858000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V332000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2017 Honda CR-V reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Honda CR-V is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Honda CR-V?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Honda CR-V have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.