2009 Honda CR-V Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 17about this part
- Share
- 4%of 386 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 58,800miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 2009 Honda CR-V, 4% of the 386 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 58,800 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The driver door is not latching properly. When driving, the light on the dashboard indicates that the driver's door is open. In addition. When accelerating, the electric door locks will unlock. There is a class action lawsuit regarding this issue, but my car is not included, although I am having the problem with my car. This problem occurs when the car is stationary and moving.”
NHTSA complaint #10928217, filed 2016-11, 40,000 miles“The locking system stopped working. When I start the car and engage the gears the car doors are supposed to lock by itself but they do not lock as a result if I do not lock them manually all the four doors remains unlocked. My remote also is unable to lock it opens the door but does not lock and hence I have to do it manually.”
NHTSA complaint #10652174, filed 2014-11, 55,150 miles“I am submitting this complaint in regards to the Honda door actuator situation. It is evident that Honda has negligently omitted a vast majority of affected vehicles in their recent liability lawsuit recall. I personally have had several repairs on my 2009 crv door locks since I purchased it new in 2009 and am again experiencing continuous problems with the drivers side door lock actuator. …”
NHTSA complaint #10689774, filed 2015-02, 86,123 miles“For the past month or so my car doors will not all unlock with the key fobs. The rear door and trunk will not always open. Additionally, when driving slow or making slow turns, the door locks will lock and or unlock as I am driving. Will be going to the dealer and hopefully have them fix this. This is a very dangerous problem, especially if one has small children.”
NHTSA complaint #10532966, filed 2013-07, 52,000 miles“The locking system on my 2009 Honda crv has not been working properly for several months. The front and back passenger side door will lock and unlock by itself, the driver side front and back will make squeaking noises like it is trying to lock and unlock and the back door will not open at all whether it is turned off or running. I thought for sure that this would be a safety recall because the doors will lock and unlock by themselves and it would be very easy for a small child to open the door and fall out. …”
NHTSA complaint #10507176, filed 2013-04, 50,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10107446Jun 30, 2015Service bulletin - american honda is extending the warranty on all four door lock actuators, which is part of the door latch assembly, to 6 years from the original date of…
- 10057463Jun 30, 2015Honda 2007-2009 cr-v service bulletin information on extended warranty for front passenger left and right rear passenger door lock actuator not working. *lj updated 9/8/15
- 10108162Jun 18, 2015"service bulletin - american honda is extending the warranty on all four door lock actuators, which is part of the door latch assembly, to 6 years from the original date of…
- 10108118Jun 18, 2015Service bulletin - the drivers door lock will not lock or cycles up and down when trying to unlock the door. This product update provides for inspection and replacement of the…
- 10057462Jun 18, 2015Honda 2007-2009 crv; see document search button for owners letter. Service bulletin update regarding driver's door lock up or down when trying to unlock the door. Replacement is…
- 10108754Mar 19, 2015Service bulletin - The driver's door lock will not lock or cycles up and down when trying to unlock the door. This product update provides for inspection and replacement of the…
- 10108796Mar 4, 2015Service bulletin - The driver's door lock will not lock or cycles up and down when trying to unlock the door. This product update provides for replacement of the driver?s door…
- 10108781Mar 4, 2015Dealer message - On January 6, 2015, American Honda announced a product update and warranty extension for all 2007 and 2008 CR-Vs, and some 2009CR-Vs. The product update provides…
- 10057484Mar 4, 2015Honda: some vehicles have been provided with a warranty extension and product update regarding the door lock actuators. Warranty is on front or rear passenger and product update…
- 10108798Feb 28, 2015Service bulletin - American Honda is extending the warranty on all four door lock actuators, which is part of the door latch assembly, to 6 years from the original date of…
Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 0% |
| 2024 | 1 | 0% |
| 2018 | 2 | 0% |
| 2017 | 1 | 0% |
| 2014 | 2 | 0% |
| 2013 | 2 | 1% |
| 2012 | 7 | 2% |
| 2011 | 10 | 2% |
| 2010 | 16 | 3% |
| 2009 | 17 | 4% |
| 2008 | 200 | 21% |
| 2007 | 232 | 26% |
| 2006 | 3 | 1% |
| 2005 | 13 | 3% |
| 2004 | 14 | 3% |
| 2003 | 17 | 4% |
| 2002 | 12 | 2% |
| 2001 | 4 | 3% |
| 2000 | 3 | 2% |
| 1999 | 10 | 8% |
| 1998 | 4 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2009 Honda CR-V
176 complaintsElectrical system
44 complaintsBody and structure
38 complaintsOther or unknown
32 complaintsSteering
15 complaintsSuspension
15 complaintsTires
14 complaintsBrakes
13 complaintsVehicle speed control
12 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
11 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
11 complaintsEngine
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Honda CR-V
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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