2018 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 | 467 |
| 2004 | 501 |
| 2005 | 478 |
| 2006 | 398 |
| 2007 | 884 |
| 2008 | 960 |
| 2009 | 386 |
| 2010 | 480 |
| 2011 | 551 |
| 2012 | 399 |
| 2013 | 381 |
| 2014 | 585 |
| 2015 | 668 |
| 2016 | 388 |
| 2017 | 1729 |
| 2018 | 2080 |
| 2019 | 1060 |
| 2020 | 330 |
| 2021 | 307 |
| 2022 | 233 |
| 2023 | 504 |
| 2024 | 362 |
| 2025 | 228 |
| 2026 | 96 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
24% of complaints: engine — 509 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while sitting at a stop light, another motorist hit her vehicle on the front passenger side. The air bags did not deploy upon impact. The contact nor the other driver sustained any injuries.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230913
WHILE DRIVING IN TOWN AND ON FREEWAY, NOTICED VERY STRONG FUEL SMELL IN CABIN OF CAR, ENOUGH TO MAKE KIDS COMPLAIN IN THE BACK SEAT. HAD TO TURN OFF HEAT/FAN. BROUGHT CAR IN TO DEALER ON 2/19, AND OIL WAS OVERFULL BY 3/4 QUART DUE TO FUEL DILUTION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180317
17% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 361 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING IN TOWN AND ON FREEWAY, NOTICED VERY STRONG FUEL SMELL IN CABIN OF CAR, ENOUGH TO MAKE KIDS COMPLAIN IN THE BACK SEAT. HAD TO TURN OFF HEAT/FAN. BROUGHT CAR IN TO DEALER ON 2/19, AND OIL WAS OVERFULL BY 3/4 QUART DUE TO FUEL DILUTION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180317
15% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 308 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
On September 6, 2023 at approximately 5:30 pm, I was driving approximately 30 mph when suddenly my car stopped abruptly for no reason. Consequently although with seat belt on, my head and neck were thrown forward and back.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230912
14% of complaints: steering — 301 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY12% of complaints: electrical system — 256 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
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
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type...
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
Campaign 21V215000 — check if this car was fixed
Inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking
Rear Differential Seizure
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 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
2018 Honda CR-V — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (509 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (361 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (308 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V663000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V215000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V158000 (seat belts) 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 2018 Honda CR-V reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Honda CR-V is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Honda CR-V?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Honda CR-V have?
5 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.