honda CR-V problems
0 safety recalls. 581 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
The 2014 CRV has developed a problem with no heat out of vents on driver side or driver side defroster, though passenger side heat/defroster works. I found a service bulletin online A14-063, and had local Honda dealership diagnose problem and then perform a flush of the heater…
LIGHTS THAT INDICATE THAT THE BAGS ARE ALWAYS OFF. APPARENTLY AIRBAGS DON'T WORK
MY CAR "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT CAME ON AND WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE. I WAS TOLD THE CAR NEED AN UPDATED PGMFI. I WAS TOLD A LOT OF CRV'S ARE INCURRING THE SAME ERROR INDICATORS. BUT BECAUSE MY CAR IS OUT OF WARRANTY I ENDED UP PAYING FOR THE PGMFI UPDATE. I DO NOT AGREE,…
MY VEHICLE MAKES A TERRIBLE SOUND UNDER THE HOOD UPON STARTING WHEN IT IS COLD. I RESEARCHED IT ONLINE AND DISCOVERED IT IS THE VTC ACTUATOR VALVE (MOST LIKELY). TOOK IT TO DEALERSHIP, LET IT OVERNIGHT SO THEY WOULD HEAR IT AFTER SETTING. THEY CLAIM NO NOISE UPON STARTING IT. I…
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Common questions
Is the 2014 Honda CR-V reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 581 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Honda CR-V is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
What's the most common problem on the 2014 Honda CR-V?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 133 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Honda CR-V has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2014 Honda CR-V?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 581 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.