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ProblemsByVin File / 2017-HONDA-CR-V
2017 · honda

honda CR-V problems

2 safety recalls. 1,704 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.0 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
362 reports · avg $850
moderate
engine
354 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
powertrain
136 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
brakes
89 reports · avg $450
severe
steering
56 reports · avg $700
severe
airbags
32 reports · avg $1,100
severe
cruise control
28 reports · avg $600
moderate
visibility
28 reports · avg $350
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2017 CR-V · engine
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE. DCH HONDA OF NANUET (10 NY-304, NANUET, NY 10954, (845) 367-4380) STATED THAT THE NOISE WAS NORMAL. THE CONTACT ALSO NOTIFIED THE DEALER OF A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL…
12/31/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11164227.0
2017 CR-V · lighting
AUDIO HEAD UNIT (7" LED PANEL ON EX-L) ON DASHBOARD DOES NOT DIM AT NIGHT. WHEN YOU TRY AND MOVE THE DIMMER SLIDER ON THE UNIT, IT TRIES TO DIM, THAN GOES BACK TO FULL BRIGHTNESS. THE DEALER HAS TRIED TO FIX THIS FOR OVER A YEAR, AND IT'S STILL NOT FIXED. DOING A QUICK GOOGLE…
12/31/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11057755.0
2017 CR-V · other
I have had all warning lights go on disabled some options, gave me incorrect speed, (i ended up w a speeding ticket over that) made my vehicle go in limp mode ,didn't want to accelerate on highway, could have caused an accident I have a young child and was scared to even drive…
12/30/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11707759.0
2017 CR-V · electrical
AFTER A 30 MINUTE DRIVE ON THE HIGHWAY I STOPPED FOR AROUND 15 MINUTES AND WHEN I STARTED THE ENGINE THE DASH BOARD WOULD NOT LIGHT UP ALL LIGHTS WERE OFF, ALTHOUGH THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING. THE INDICATORS WERE NOT WORKING AND THE SCREEN INSIDE THE CAR ALSO STOPPED WORKING. I ALSO…
12/30/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11385625.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 17V256000 18/04/2017

Honda (American Honda Motor Co

If the label information can be wiped away, the operator may not be able to refer to the information, possibly resulting in the vehicle being overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Honda and Acura will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Certification Label, free of charge. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KF3 (CR-V)and KF4 (RDX).
severe NHTSA 17V442000 13/07/2017

Honda (American Honda Motor Co

If the pipe disconnects, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the disconnected pipe may leak fuel, which, in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel supply pipe, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KH1.

Common questions

Is the 2017 Honda CR-V reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.0 out of 10 based on 1,704 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 Honda CR-V has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2017 Honda CR-V?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 362 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 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 2017 Honda CR-V?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 1,704 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.

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