KnownCarProblems2026 Honda CR-V Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 161 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Honda CR-V, most often about the other or unspecified (24% of complaints). It is 25th of 27 CR-V model years by number of complaints.
Complaints161
Recalls0
Crashes reported12
Fires reported4
Injuries reported7
Most common 2026 Honda CR-V problems
Other or unspecified
38 complaints · 24%Driver assistance
30 complaints · 19%Parts named most often: automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, warnings, warning.
The contact owns a 2026 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at 33 MPH, the vehicle ahead unexpectedly decelerated, resulting in a rear-end collision. The contact stated that the forward collision warning system failed to activate prior to the crash. During the collision, the driver-side, front…
The contact owns a 2026 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while the contact's wife was driving at 50 MPH, the collision mitigation braking system erroneously engaged. The failure was persistent. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure could not be duplicated.…
Electrical
29 complaints · 18%The contact owns a 2026 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that the infotainment system screen occasionally turned black or would freeze, which prevented the driver from having access to systems or safety features that could only be engaged through the infotainment system. Additionally, the contact stated that the…
The contact owns a 2026 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed on two occasions, the center display turned off and needed to be manually restarted. Additionally, the front passenger's side bumper had become loose. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an inspection was…
Visibility and wipers
27 complaints · 17%Parts named most often: sun/moon roof assembly.
The contact's wife owns a 2026 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at highway speeds, there was an abnormal sound of air coming from the window. The contact checked the windows to ensure that the windows were rolled up; however, the sound persisted. While at a stop, the contact stated that the panoramic…
The contact owns a 2026 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving, there was an abnormally loud noise followed by air rushing into the vehicle. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and inspected. Upon pulling back the sunroof cover, glass fell into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The…
Transmission
20 complaints · 12%Steering
15 complaints · 9%The contact owns a 2026 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the steering wheel locked up, and significant effort was needed to turn the steering wheel. There were 2 green parallel lines illuminated on the instrument panel above the odometer with the steering wheel warning light illuminated in the…
Brakes
14 complaints · 9%Engine
10 complaints · 6%
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2026 Honda CR-V recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2026 Honda CR-V
- What are the most common problems with the 2026 Honda CR-V?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: other or unspecified (38 complaints); driver assistance (30 complaints); electrical (29 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2026 Honda CR-V have?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2026 Honda CR-V. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
- Is the 2026 a bad year for the Honda CR-V?
- It is 25th of 27 CR-V model years by number of complaints, with 161 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.