* Manual and automatic break - both failed. Yes, it is available for inspection. * It was a collision between 2 cars. Our car break got jammed ,it hit other car. * We visited Envision Honda of Milpitas - Honda dealers. For Multi-Point inspection after incident. I have attached the report. The problem was not reproduced by them, but we faced the issue of break getting jammed and automatic break…
2024 Honda CR-V brakes problems
severe Owners of the 2024 Honda CR-V have filed 10 NHTSA complaints about the brakes at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
Complaints
10
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 CR-V | 21 |
| 2021 CR-V | 21 |
| 2022 CR-V | 11 |
| 2023 CR-V | 18 |
| 2024 CR-V (this page) | 10 |
| 2025 CR-V | 19 |
| 2026 CR-V | 6 |
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The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of 2024 Honda CR-Vs consistently report the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) activating unexpectedly on clear, dry roads with no vehicle or obstruction ahead. These phantom braking events occur randomly at speeds ranging from 10 to 70 mph—during acceleration, highway merges, passing maneuvers, and normal driving. The system triggers hard deceleration or complete stops. In some cases the BRAKE warning light illuminates; in others it doesn't. No audible warning sounds before the braking begins. Multiple rapid stops can occur within seconds of each other. Notably, the issue does not occur when cruise control is active, suggesting the problem may be tied to certain driving modes or sensor logic.
Separate from phantom CMBS activation, a few owners report complete brake failure—both foot brakes and automatic hold function simultaneously become unresponsive, resulting in collisions with parked or moving vehicles. One incident occurred on a snowy downhill road; others during parking or reverse maneuvers. No warning lights or error messages preceded these failures.
One owner also reports premature brake rotor wear—metal screeching after 18 months and only 11,000 miles—with the dealer attributing it to weather despite year-round garage storage.
Dealerships have been unable to reproduce the phantom braking issue in multi-point inspections. Honda corporate has opened at least one formal case after a dealership confirmed the safety concern. No recalls or technical service bulletins have been issued to address these complaints.
Same Honda CR-V brakes reports on nearby years: 2021 · 2022 · 2023 · 2025
Failure modes owners describe
Phantom braking / unwanted CMBS activation
Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) activates and causes hard deceleration or complete stops with no vehicle or obstruction ahead, no warning lights (or warning light appears coincidentally), and no warning sound. Occurs randomly at various speeds (10–70 mph), on clear dry roads, during acceleration, highway merges, and passing attempts. Multiple rapid stops can occur within seconds of each other. Does not occur in cruise control mode.
When: Starting within first week of ownership (2024 model year); recurring March 2024 onward; also reported February 2025, September 2025, and after 5,500 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden hard deceleration or complete stop with no obstacle ahead; BRAKE warning light comes on (sometimes coincidentally with the braking event); No warning sound before braking begins; Random occurrence at any speed (10–70 mph); Occurs during acceleration, highway merges, and passing; Multiple stops within seconds; Does not occur in cruise control
Repairs/costs cited: Dealerships have been unable to reproduce the issue or confirm root cause in multi-point inspections. One owner reports dealer suggested changing CMBS settings, but problem persisted. Honda corporate opened a case after one dealership (Gillman Honda) confirmed the safety concern on 2025-09-19.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Honda corporate case opened at Gillman Honda (2025-09-19) pending guidance. No recalls, TSBs, or warranty programs mentioned by owners.
Complete brake failure (manual and automatic)
Total loss of braking function—both manual (foot) brakes and automatic (CMBS/hold) system fail simultaneously. No warning lights or messages. Results in collision with parked or moving vehicles. Occurred once on snowy downhill road; another incident occurred when applying brakes during parking and vehicle would not stop (two separate incidents).
When: One incident on snowy road (unspecified date); parking/reverse incidents October 2024 and November 2024; after 18 months of ownership
Symptoms owners cite: Foot brake pedal unresponsive or ineffective; Automatic braking system (CMBS/hold function) does not engage; Vehicle does not decelerate or stop when brake pedal is pressed; No warning lights or error messages before or during failure; Vehicle rolls forward or backward uncontrolled
Repairs/costs cited: One owner paid $300 for multi-point inspection at Envision Honda of Milpitas; Honda dealers did not share EDR (event data recorder) data. Problem was not reproduced. Another owner received $2,000 estimate for damage from one incident and estimate pending for second collision.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: No recalls, TSBs, or warranty programs mentioned. Insurance (GEICO) and dealerships not accepting intermittent brake system failure claim in one case.
Excessive brake rotor wear
Front and rear brake rotors deteriorated prematurely after 18 months and ~11,000 miles of ownership. Metal screeching noises audible from wheels without brake application. Dealer attributed to 'excessive wear and tear due to high corrosive weather' but vehicle was garaged year-round. Dealer states rotors are warranty-covered only for first 12 months and offered resurfacing/replacement at cost.
When: After 18 months; at 11,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Metal screeching sound from wheels without brake application; Rotors failed out of warranty (18-month mark; 12-month warranty expired)
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer quoted $1,480 for resurfacing front rotors and replacing rear rotors. Dealer also stated new rotors not guaranteed to last longer than 12 months.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Warranty coverage limited to 12 months despite 18-month failure. No TSBs or recalls mentioned.
Synthesized from 10 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2024 Honda CR-V?
It's a meaningful issue. 10 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
At what mileage does the brakes 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 $450 for brakes 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 brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes 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.
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