2007 Honda CR-V Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 14about this part
- Share
- 2%of 887 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 115,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 14 complaints about the engine of the 2007 Honda CR-V, 2% of the 887 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 115,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“Airconditioning system clutch or conpressor. Something went wrong. Then we find out there was a bulletin issued for this problem in 2012, we owned the vehicle then and never got any info about this. Why?”
NHTSA complaint #10824157, filed 2016-02, 160,000 miles“I came out of work and started my car. It smelled horrible, like an electrical fire. I brought it to my Honda dealership and they said it is the clutch mechanism. The A/C compressor failed and it is going to cost $1600 to fix. This was legitimately out of nowhere with no issue up until this point in time and it took me completely by surprise. Upon looking online, there are several reports of similar situations. A recall really should be done. This is an extremely expensive repair for owners to be burdened with.”
NHTSA complaint #10789819, filed 2015-11, 111,000 miles“After pulling into a parking spot at the grocery store, I placed my foot on the brake to put the car in park. All of a sudden, the car lurched forward at a high speed almost hitting the car parked in front of me. I had to depress the brakes all the way to the floor to stop the car (and my brakes are fairly new)! Almost scared me to death! I bought the car brand new and have never had this problem. The car gets serviced regularly by the dealer. After this incident I'm afraid to drive for fear it will happen again and next time someone could get hurt or worse.”
NHTSA complaint #10583591, filed 2014-04, 86,000 miles“Purchased the 2017 CR-V in october 2017. Noticed gasoline odor exists in engine oil during a routine self-checking prior to the 1st oil change on may 19, 2018. Mentioned to Honda dealership service representative (livermore Honda in california), but the dealership representative said it is not an issue. Base on the vehicle maintenance minder, the oil life is at 40% as of first week of october, I notice the gasoline odor, again, presents in the engine oil again. Although the engine is currently in working condition, it seems the gasoline odor presents in engine oil is unusual.”
NHTSA complaint #11140391, filed 2018-10, 11,850 miles“Honda crv 2007 issue: doors when locked by either remote or via car would lock all doors except the drivers. Honda did cover it the first time then a year later the issue happened again but this time was in the back passenger side. Also the front center door light (right side) fails to turn on when you open the doors, it will however turn on when you press the button. Even got a new bulb but issue remained. I use to think Honda was a great car do basic maintenance and you should be set. This is not the case. …”
NHTSA complaint #10488873, filed 2012-12, 4,500 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10098946Sep 16, 2015"service bulletin - the mil comes on with one of these dtcs: p2646/p2651 (rocker arm oil pressure switch circuit low voltage). p2647/p2652 (rocker arm oil pressure switch…
- 10124256Sep 24, 2014Service bulletin - At cold start-up, the engine rattles loudly for about 2 seconds. The variable valve timing control (VTC) actuator is defective.
- 10052884Jul 16, 2013Honda: dtc p2646/p2651 or p2647/2652 may be set. The rocker arm oil pressure switch may need to be replaced. Also included model civic si model year 2002-2005.
- 10052477May 1, 2013Honda: the engine shuts off, power on, but in accessory; never use conventional wheel & tire assemblies on pax vehicles; mil on after throttle body cleaning or replacement; s/m…
- 10041669Oct 6, 2012Honda: engine has a loud rattling noise at a cold start up. *pe updated 11/5/12.
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 11 | 6% |
| 2025 | 25 | 10% |
| 2024 | 24 | 6% |
| 2023 | 21 | 4% |
| 2022 | 20 | 7% |
| 2021 | 33 | 10% |
| 2020 | 41 | 11% |
| 2019 | 112 | 10% |
| 2018 | 530 | 25% |
| 2017 | 531 | 30% |
| 2016 | 101 | 26% |
| 2015 | 243 | 36% |
| 2014 | 190 | 32% |
| 2013 | 97 | 25% |
| 2012 | 89 | 22% |
| 2011 | 37 | 7% |
| 2010 | 53 | 11% |
| 2009 | 8 | 2% |
| 2008 | 23 | 2% |
| 2007 | 14 | 2% |
| 2006 | 11 | 3% |
| 2005 | 16 | 3% |
| 2004 | 12 | 2% |
| 2003 | 6 | 1% |
| 2002 | 7 | 1% |
| 2001 | 9 | 6% |
| 2000 | 2 | 2% |
| 1999 | 5 | 4% |
| 1998 | 6 | 5% |
| 1997 | 3 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2007 Honda CR-V
267 complaintsElectrical system
264 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
232 complaintsBody and structure
77 complaintsOther or unknown
50 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
36 complaintsSuspension
34 complaintsSteering
31 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
22 complaintsTires
18 complaintsEquipment
17 complaintsBrakes
15 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Honda CR-V
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology