2023 Honda CR-V Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 21about this part
- Share
- 4%of 517 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 5,000miles
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
NHTSA recorded 21 complaints about the engine of the 2023 Honda CR-V, 4% of the 517 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 5,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“1. Piston rod broke and made a hole in the engine. 2. I was driving and lost the ability to continue to drive on a busy street. 3. Yes. Honda Burien in Washington inspected and reported it to Honda of America. 4. There was a warning that I was overdue for 10K maintenance. I was overdue by a little over 200 miles. No other warning signals were given.”
NHTSA complaint #11640535, filed 2025-02, 10,221 miles“I am writing to formally express my deep disappointment and concern regarding the reliability of my 2023 Honda CR-V Sport Hybrid, which I purchased with approximately 10,000 miles on it. The vehicle currently has around 85,000 miles and has already required major, unexpected repairs — most notably a head gasket failure, in addition to other mechanical issues earlier this year that totaled $2,000 out of pocket. …”
NHTSA complaint #11678144, filed 2025-08“While driving my 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid at approximately 40-45 mph, the vehicle began hesitating and not accelerating smoothly. A Check Engine/Emissions System warning also appeared. The vehicle had approximately 31,873 miles. I took the vehicle to an authorized Honda dealership for diagnosis. The dealer recommended replacement of all fuel injectors and the spark plugs. The vehicle has not yet been repaired and the components remain available for inspection. …”
NHTSA complaint #11764437, filed 2026-09“Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to report a serious safety concern with my 2023 Honda CR-V All-Wheel Drive, regular gasoline version. On three separate occasions while driving at high speed on the highway, my vehicle suddenly lost power and the engine stalled without warning. When this occurred, the starter would not engage, the vehicle had no electrical power, and multiple warning messages appeared on the dashboard, including Emission System Problem and All-Wheel Drive System Problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #11687678, filed 2025-09“2023 CRV Purchased 04/20/2023 April 28, 2025, 51,109 miles. I was having misfires on start up but no warning lights. Then while driving down the highway the vehicle lost power and the dash lite up. I dropped it into S and put on my hazards. I was close to the dealership so I drove it directly there while on the phone with them. They said it was a bad spark plugs. Replaced the plug and reset the codes. Drove it for two more weeks. One morning upon start up every light on the dash was on and the sensor warnings were cycling. …”
NHTSA complaint #11657263, filed 2025-04Related service bulletins
- 11037704Sep 25, 2026Service Bulletin - Under certain conditions, the cylinder head gasket effectiveness may be reduced which may cause vehicles to experience overheating, coolant loss, and/or…
- 11036424Aug 26, 2026Dealer Message - Under certain conditions, the cylinder head gasket effectiveness may be reduced which may cause vehicles to experience overheating, coolant loss, misfire, and/or…
- 11036414Aug 26, 2026Service Bulletin - Under certain conditions, the cylinder head gasket effectiveness may be reduced which may cause vehicles to experience overheating, coolant loss, misfire…
- 11030077Mar 3, 2026Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2025 FHEV Accords & CR-Vs with a customer complaint of an oil leak or a dealer noticing an oil…
- 11024249Oct 2, 2025Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023-2024 FHEV Accords & CR-Vs with a customer complaint of an oil leak or a dealer noticing an oil…
- 11021746Jul 29, 2025Service Bulletin - Oil leak at timing chain tensioner inspection cover due to possible insufficient sealant adhesion on inspection cover.
- 11011792Dec 3, 2024Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2024 Accord 1.5Ls, 2021-2024 Civics 1.5Ls, 2023-2024 CR-Vs 1.5Ls, and 2017 Fits with customer…
- 11010549Nov 5, 2024Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2024 Accord 1.5Ls, 2021-2024 Civics 1.5Ls, 2023-2024 CR-Vs 1.5Ls, and 2017 Fits with customer…
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 | 40 | 11% |
| 2019 | 112 | 10% |
| 2018 | 530 | 25% |
| 2017 | 532 | 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 2023 Honda CR-V
325 complaintsForward collision avoidance
38 complaintsOther or unknown
34 complaintsLane departure
30 complaintsBrakes
29 complaintsElectrical system
28 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
28 complaintsFuel system
24 complaintsBody and structure
23 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsAir bags
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2023 Honda CR-V
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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