2015 Honda CR-V Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 150about this part
- Share
- 22%of 673 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 970miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 150 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2015 Honda CR-V, 22% of the 673 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 970 miles. 4 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Takata recall I'm driving with my Honda CR-V on the freeway and my car suddenly slows down, from 70mph to 35mph and I pulled over and when I start to drive it doesn't move anymore, but the engine still turn on, it just doesn't move or back up. B I didn't hear any sounds when it happen.”
NHTSA complaint #11255679, filed 2019-09, 110,000 miles“Very strong vibration at idle. Very annoying and can cause harm to my body and it really makes me regret buying the car each time I stop at a stop signal or at a red light. I have filed a complaint with both the dealer and Honda to take back my costly brand new crv 2015 touring for a full refund. I haven't heard back from them yet.”
NHTSA complaint #10722742, filed 2015-06, 1,000 miles“A strong vibration when vehicle is stopped and in drive. The vibration rattles the whole car- you can see the vibration in open windows, the passenger seat, the gear shift. Uncomfortable drive and lack of confidence in the safety of my vehicle. Scared to drive my car on long distances. First Honda- probably last.”
NHTSA complaint #10711997, filed 2015-04, 14 miles“Shortly after purchasing I noticed a engine vibration when stopped or idling. Called dealer to complain and they said they were aware of the issue and that Honda was working on it. I would not ave bought the car if I would have noticed it sooner. Totally unacceptable. This is very annoying and distracting.”
NHTSA complaint #10722427, filed 2015-05, 5 miles“Transmission fluid leaking results in no power in driving on highway.cost $5,000 to repairing. Could cause accidents if in traffic on free way. My son and I were luck just drove out of free way traffic jam and off ramp and stopped at traffic light.”
NHTSA complaint #11072986, filed 2018-02, 71,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10166783Oct 15, 2019Service Bulletin - When cold-starting the engine and shifting to Reverse, the engine stalls in the first 10 to 14 seconds. There is too much oil clearance between the input and…
- 10165577Sep 24, 2019Dealer Message - On December 2, 2015, Honda issued Service Bulletin 15-046 "Vibration While Driving and/or Stopped in Gear." This Service Bulletin and the product enhancements…
- 10162074Jun 26, 2019Dealer Message - On December 2, 2015, Honda issued Service Bulletin 15-046 "Vibration While Driving and/or Stopped in Gear." This Service Bulletin and the product enhancements…
- 10155372Mar 20, 2019Dealer Message - On December 2, 2015, Honda issued Service Bulletin 15-046 "Vibration While Driving and/or Stopped in Gear." This Service Bulletin and the product enhancements…
- 10152438Dec 19, 2018"Dealer message - On December 2, 2015, Honda issued Service Bulletin 15-046 "Vibration While Driving and/or Stopped in Gear." This Service Bulletin and the product enhancements…
- 10145028Sep 6, 2018Service bulletin - Some customers have reported feeling one or more different vibrations felt primarily through the driver?s seat. The identified vibrations may occur under these…
- 10142672Jul 3, 2018Service bulletin - When cold-starting the engine and shifting to Reverse, the engine stalls in the first 10 to 14 seconds. There is too much oil clearance between the input and…
- 10142657Jun 25, 2018Dealer message - On December 2, 2015, Honda issued Service Bulletin 15-046 ?Vibration While Driving and/or Stopped in Gear." This Service Bulletin and the product enhancements…
- 10118005Sep 15, 2017Service bulletin - The water pump seized or the drive belt shredded. The water pump bearing is out of specification.
- 10106904Jan 17, 2017Email reminder sent to owners to have the tranmission software updated before an unexpected tranmission problem or possible repair to the vehicle occurs.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 20 | 11% |
| 2025 | 7 | 3% |
| 2024 | 17 | 4% |
| 2023 | 14 | 3% |
| 2022 | 10 | 4% |
| 2021 | 12 | 4% |
| 2020 | 20 | 6% |
| 2019 | 20 | 2% |
| 2018 | 64 | 3% |
| 2017 | 144 | 8% |
| 2016 | 45 | 11% |
| 2015 | 150 | 22% |
| 2014 | 68 | 12% |
| 2013 | 95 | 25% |
| 2012 | 48 | 12% |
| 2011 | 14 | 3% |
| 2010 | 30 | 6% |
| 2009 | 11 | 3% |
| 2008 | 37 | 4% |
| 2007 | 36 | 4% |
| 2006 | 25 | 6% |
| 2005 | 25 | 5% |
| 2004 | 13 | 3% |
| 2003 | 23 | 5% |
| 2002 | 24 | 5% |
| 2001 | 6 | 4% |
| 2000 | 15 | 12% |
| 1999 | 11 | 9% |
| 1998 | 8 | 6% |
| 1997 | 5 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2015 Honda CR-V
243 complaintsOther or unknown
144 complaintsElectrical system
85 complaintsSteering
45 complaintsSeats
39 complaintsBrakes
37 complaintsFuel system
35 complaintsBody and structure
35 complaintsVehicle speed control
31 complaintsAir bags
25 complaintsSuspension
20 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
19 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 Honda CR-V
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 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