The tire pressure monitoring warning light continually activates when driving and there is no issue or problem with any of the tires when checked. The light activates under all driving conditions, I.e., smooth road versus rough road. Twice I have driven in excess of 400 miles in one day and it did not activate followed by periods of driving where it activates multiple times during the driving…
2015 Honda CR-V wheels problems
moderate 13 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $400 · see wheels across all vehicles →
Complaints
13
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$400
What stands out
Among the 13 model years of Honda CR-V in our records for wheels problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
No new NHTSA wheels complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 8 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
The failure pattern owners describe
Buyer takeaway: 2015 CR-V wheels show patterns of cracking, premature tire wear, and false TPMS alerts that dealers struggle to fix. Plan on tire replacement around 20,000–25,000 miles and expect possible rim damage requiring expensive replacements.
Cracked rims appear as a repeating problem, with one owner experiencing cracks on both the driver and passenger sides at different times. The first crack showed up around 20,000 miles, and replacement rims are either hard to find or cost more than owners are willing to pay. A local mechanic told this owner cracked rims are common on this model year, but Honda has issued no recall.
The original Continental tires wear out fast—three owners replaced all four tires by 20,000–25,000 miles. Honda specified these tires to Continental, and they carry no manufacturer wear guarantee. Dealers blamed driver behavior, underinflation, or the all-wheel-drive system rather than acknowledging a design issue.
TPMS warning lights are lighting up constantly on multiple cars, even after tire pressures check out fine. One owner had the light reset at the dealer, only to have it come back on within a half mile. Others report the light activating under any driving condition regardless of actual tire condition. Dealers have run scans and found nothing wrong, and Honda Customer Service offered no real solution.
One owner also reported water trapped inside a wheel that froze in cold weather and caused vibration. Another mentions three wheel bearing replacements by 65,000 miles.
Same Honda CR-V wheels reports on nearby years: 2014
Failure modes owners describe
Cracked rims causing slow air leaks
Multiple owners report cracked rims leading to slow tire air leaks. One owner experienced cracked rims on both driver and passenger sides at separate times. Mechanic told owner this is a common occurrence on 2015 CR-V but no recall exists. Replacement rims are either unavailable or extremely expensive.
When: February 2022 and June 2022 reported; no specific mileage mentioned
Symptoms owners cite: Air leaking from tire; Tire running flat; Cracked rim visible when inspected
Repairs/costs cited: Replacement rim required; parts unavailable or cost-prohibitive
TPMS light false alerts after tire replacement or rotation
Multiple owners report TPMS warning light activating continuously even when tire pressures are within spec and no actual tire problems exist. One case occurred after a single tire replacement when the new tire was a different size; another happened after tire rotation. Dealers ran scans but found no actual fault. One owner reports the light resets temporarily but returns within a half mile of driving. Some owners report the issue started immediately upon purchase and persists throughout ownership.
When: Occurs immediately after tire service or from time of purchase; no specific mileage pattern
Symptoms owners cite: TPMS warning light illuminates repeatedly; Light activates under all driving conditions; Light activates multiple times during single driving period; Pressures verified to be correct
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers unable to locate fault; suggestions included matching all four tire diameters, purchasing new tires, or using mismatched tire sizes
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Honda Customer Service advised contacting another dealer; second dealer offered no resolution; dealership suggested deflating new tire and inflating others to match diameter
Premature tire wear on factory Continental tires
Three owners report all four original Continental tires (specified by Honda) wore out prematurely at 20,000–25,000 miles. Owners were told tires lacked manufacturer wear warranty. Dealers blamed poor driving, underinflation, or all-wheel-drive design. One owner determined this is not an isolated case and requested official investigation. Owners characterize this as a safety hazard.
When: 20,000–25,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Excessive tread wear; Tires unfit for continued use
Repairs/costs cited: Complete tire replacement required; dealers offered same Continental tires again
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Honda blamed Continental; Continental blamed lack of dealer prorating
Water and ice accumulation inside wheels causing vibration
One owner reported water trapped inside wheels that froze during cold temperatures, causing significant vibration at highway speeds. Snow and ice buildup contributed to the problem.
When: At approximately 150 miles on odometer
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle vibration at 40 mph; Water visible inside wheel; Snow and ice buildup on/in wheels
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle not repaired by owner
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified
Wheel wobble and possible wheel-bearing failure
One owner reports right front tire wobbles while driving on streets and highways. Same vehicle also experienced orange brake light flashing when braking, raising concerns about brake failure. One owner had three wheel bearings replaced by 65,000 miles.
When: Early ownership; wheel bearings replaced by 65,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Right front tire wobbles on city streets and highways; Orange brake light flashes when braking; Wheel bearing wear
Repairs/costs cited: Wheel bearing replacements required (three performed by 65,000 miles)
Synthesized from 13 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the wheels problem on the 2015 Honda CR-V?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 13 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?
Based on the 13 complaints filed, wheels issues most often appear around 14,157 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
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.
Related
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