2014 Honda CR-V wheels problems
moderate Owners of the 2014 Honda CR-V have filed 19 NHTSA complaints about the wheels, typically surfacing around 18,000 miles at roughly $400 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See wheels across all vehicles →
| Model year | wheels complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 CR-V | 3 |
| 2011 CR-V | 6 |
| 2014 CR-V (this page) | 19 |
| 2015 CR-V | 13 |
| 2016 CR-V | 8 |
| 2018 CR-V | 9 |
Of the 14 model years of Honda CR-V we track for wheels problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 19.
The failure pattern owners describe
The TPMS warning light is the dominant complaint across 16 of 19 narratives. Owners report the light comes on persistently—sometimes over 20 times within 18 months—with tire pressures verified correct by the owner, a mechanic, or the dealership. The light triggers while driving, sitting still, on highways, in city traffic, and around turns, with no pattern tied to weather or temperature. Three owners took the car to dealerships three or more times; each time the dealer recalibrated or reset the system, and each time the problem recurred within days. Two dealerships explicitly admitted they were aware of the issue, and Honda published Service Bulletin 14-006 in December 2014 addressing a TPMS fault with DTC 151-11, yet no fix materialized. One owner contacted American Honda Customer Service and received callbacks but no resolution.
On tires, one owner found Continental Cross Contact LX tires—the factory equipment—were half-worn by 18,746 miles on a set rated for 60,000 miles. Another owner experienced a tire blowout at 40 mph with sidewall separation and flaps on both sides of the tire wall. A third owner reported a wheel that would not hold air.
One owner documented abnormal vibration above 65 mph at 2,000 miles; static balancing failed to fix it, but dynamic balancing did. These failures point to systemic wheel and tire quality issues beyond the TPMS electronics.
Same Honda CR-V wheels reports on nearby years: 2015
Failure modes owners describe
TPMS false warnings
Tire Pressure Monitoring System light illuminates repeatedly even when tire pressures are correct and verified at or above manufacturer specification. Light comes on during city driving, highway driving, turns, stationary operation, and at rest. Dealer calibration attempts do not resolve the issue. Multiple owners report the problem is 'known' to dealerships. One owner counted over 20 false warnings between December 2013 and June 2015. The system provides no actual value because owners lose confidence in warnings.
When: Intermittent, starting as early as 2 days after purchase; some owners report 3+ years of intermittent recurrence; generally unrelated to temperature or driving condition, though one dealer incorrectly blamed temperature change
Symptoms owners cite: TPMS warning light comes on repeatedly with no low-pressure condition present; Light triggers during highway driving above 65 mph, city streets, turns, and stationary vehicle; Light persists or returns immediately after manual reset; No actual tire pressure variance detected by owner checks or dealership inspection
Codes mentioned: VSA DTC 151-11
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer 'recalibration' or 'reset' attempted multiple times (3+ visits per owner) without permanent resolution. One owner reported replacement tire was deemed 'too big' by service. Sensor replacement mentioned in one narrative where mechanic advised sensors not working on any tires; no confirmation of sensor replacement outcome.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Honda Service Bulletin 14-006 (dated December 17, 2014) titled 'LOW TIRE PRESSURE/TPMS INDICATOR IS ON WITH VSA DTC 151-11' indicates Honda was aware. American Honda Motor Company customer service contacted one owner but did not resolve complaint. Dealers admitted awareness of problem but stated they cannot replicate or fix it. No recall issued by manufacturer.
Tire wear and durability
Factory-installed Continental Cross Contact LX tires wear prematurely and fail structurally. One owner reported tires were half-worn at 18,746 miles despite being rated for 60,000 miles. Another owner experienced a tire blowout at 40 mph with visible sidewall failure and separated flaps on both front and back of tire. A third owner reported a wheel that would no longer hold air and required replacement.
When: Early in ownership: tire wear observed at 18,746 miles; blowout at unknown mileage during normal driving conditions (74–84°F, 40 mph)
Symptoms owners cite: Rapid tire wear: tires at half-tread depth by ~19,000 miles (60K-rated tires); Tire blowout at moderate speed with no apparent impact or puncture; Visible sidewall damage: distinct flaps separated on both front and back of tire wall; Wheel unable to hold air pressure; requires replacement
Repairs/costs cited: Tire rotation and balancing performed at dealer at 5,586 and 14,461 miles with no comment on abnormal wear. Third-party tire shop (Discount Tires) flagged excessive wear at 18,746 miles. Failed tire replaced. No repair attempted on the structural failure; owner replaced the tire.
Wheel vibration requiring dynamic balancing
Vehicle vibrates abnormally at speeds above 65 mph early in ownership. Dealer static balancing of all four wheels did not resolve the issue. Mechanic then performed dynamic balancing, which corrected the failure.
When: At approximately 2,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Abnormal vibration while driving above 65 mph
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer balanced all four wheels (static balance). Vibration recurred. Mechanic performed dynamic balance procedure and resolved failure.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer was not notified by owner.
Defective original equipment wheel
One wheel that came on the vehicle became unable to hold air pressure and was deemed unusable, requiring replacement.
When: Timing not specified; vehicle had 19,000 miles total at time of complaints in cluster
Symptoms owners cite: Wheel no longer holds air pressure
Repairs/costs cited: Wheel replaced.
Synthesized from 19 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
Common questions
How serious is the wheels problem on the 2014 Honda CR-V?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 19 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $400 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the wheels typically fail?
Across the 10 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most wheels failures cluster between 5,000 and 29,200 miles, with the median around 18,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 5,000; a quarter make it past 29,200. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $400 for wheels 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 wheels?
No active recalls currently cover wheels 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.