2009 HONDA CRV. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO A RECALL NOTICE CONCERNING A DEFECT IN THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE *TGW WHEN THE CONSUMER CALLED THE DEALER TO INQUIRE ABOUT RECALL # 11V39500, HE/SHE WAS INFORMED HIS/HER VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL.
2009 Honda CR-V powertrain problems
severe 10 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
10
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
2009 HONDA CRV. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO RECALL *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE RECALL THAT WAS PERFORMED DAMAGED HIS VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER STATED HE WOULD LET THE VEHICLE WARM UP EVERY MORNING AS THERE WAS A SOFT IDLE. HOWEVER, SINCE THE RECALL WAS PERFORMED THE IDLE WAS ROUGH AND SOUNDED ROUGH AND IT TOOK TWO TIMES AS LONG FOR THE VEHICLE TO QUIET DOWN. *JB
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2009 Honda CR-V?
It's a meaningful issue. 10 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $2,500.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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