2001 Honda CR-V Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 6%of 142 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 153,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the visibility of the 2001 Honda CR-V, 6% of the 142 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 153,500 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The rear hatch back window malfunctioned while the vehicle was parked in the driveway. The consumer was very concerned because normally the kids sit back there.”
NHTSA complaint #10042874, filed 2003-11, 75,000 miles“Subject: window goes off track & malfunction even after replacing the power window switch & regulator. For about a year or so I've recurring problems with the window master power switch & regulator. Then, I thought it is caused by wear & tear. Therefore, I replaced the following parts thinking the problem would be solved: on january 28, 2011, the regulator for driver's side window was replaced by brand new part. On april 16,11 bought brand new window master power switch & replaced the old one a week later. …”
NHTSA complaint #10428132, filed 2011-10“The contact owns a 2001 Honda CR-V. While driving approximately 65 MPH, an abnormal noise was heard. Upon inspection, it was noticed that the sun roof visor had detached from the vehicle. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 175,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11053409, filed 2017-12, 175,000 miles“Windshield cracks and chips easily when even the smallest pebble flies up and hits it. I've read of others having this problem. My windshield has three chips from this happening.”
NHTSA complaint #10039292, filed 2003-09“The contact owns a 2001 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH the sunroof flew off of the vehicle while it was closed. The dealer stated that there were no recalls or warranties related to the failure. The contact called the manufacturer only to obtain recall information and did not file a complaint. The failure mileage was 156,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10390219, filed 2011-03, 156,000 milesVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 29 | 17% |
| 2025 | 36 | 14% |
| 2024 | 55 | 14% |
| 2023 | 28 | 5% |
| 2022 | 10 | 4% |
| 2021 | 10 | 3% |
| 2020 | 9 | 3% |
| 2019 | 26 | 2% |
| 2018 | 43 | 2% |
| 2017 | 37 | 2% |
| 2016 | 14 | 4% |
| 2015 | 19 | 3% |
| 2014 | 30 | 5% |
| 2013 | 17 | 4% |
| 2012 | 36 | 9% |
| 2011 | 10 | 2% |
| 2010 | 10 | 2% |
| 2009 | 11 | 3% |
| 2008 | 13 | 1% |
| 2007 | 22 | 2% |
| 2006 | 25 | 6% |
| 2005 | 31 | 6% |
| 2004 | 20 | 4% |
| 2003 | 24 | 5% |
| 2002 | 17 | 3% |
| 2001 | 8 | 6% |
| 2000 | 2 | 2% |
| 1998 | 4 | 3% |
| 1997 | 3 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2001 Honda CR-V
52 complaintsEngine cooling
24 complaintsEngine
9 complaintsTires
8 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsEquipment
7 complaintsSeat belts
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Honda CR-V
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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