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2026 Honda CR-V

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  • Visibility/wiper. Review the 24 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Electrical System. Review the 23 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Power Train. Review the 20 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →

NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.

9 crash reports3 fire reports3 injury reports

Structure complaints

7 reports
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Mileage unknown · Sep 3, 2026
Electrical SystemStructureSuspension

The vehicle was purchased Aug 7th and since delivery date the car has been having issues. The primary issue is the infotainment system, the monitor sometimes disconnects from apple CarPlay abruptly. During the use of this feature the navigation system will also disconnect making it unsafe when using navigation. The vehicle has a…

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The vehicle was purchased Aug 7th and since delivery date the car has been having issues. The primary issue is the infotainment system, the monitor sometimes disconnects from apple CarPlay abruptly. During the use of this feature the navigation system will also disconnect making it unsafe when using navigation. The vehicle has a persistent problem with squeaking and tapping noise coming from the engine Bay Area. When going over and bumps or uneven surfaces the car rattles. The vehicle also has worse mpg than advertised. Currently getting 22.4mpg with ECON active.

NHTSA ODI #11762006

Mileage unknown · Aug 18, 2026
Structure

We recently purchased a 2026 Honda CRV LX and the rear window has shattered without cause twice. The dealership has replaced it twice, but now says they’re closing the report and calling it an environmental issue. We have two other brand new cars on our property with no environmental issues. They are refusing to continue to keep…

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We recently purchased a 2026 Honda CRV LX and the rear window has shattered without cause twice. The dealership has replaced it twice, but now says they’re closing the report and calling it an environmental issue. We have two other brand new cars on our property with no environmental issues. They are refusing to continue to keep this case open until resolved. If it should happen again, we are going to be forced to get a lawyer.

NHTSA ODI #11757736

9,000 miles · Jul 23, 2026
Structure

The contact owns a 2026 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle ran over a small wooden plank in the roadway, and the plank became wedged between the front passenger’s door and the body seal. The contact inspected the vehicle and became aware of a uniform one-inch gap between the bo…

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The contact owns a 2026 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle ran over a small wooden plank in the roadway, and the plank became wedged between the front passenger’s door and the body seal. The contact inspected the vehicle and became aware of a uniform one-inch gap between the body panel and each door on the vehicle. The gap was insulated by a plastic foam sealant. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was determined to be the driver’s error. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 9,000.

NHTSA ODI #11752450

Mileage unknown · Jun 9, 2026
Electrical SystemPower TrainStructure

I am filing a safety complaint regarding my new Honda CR-V which is 6 months old. Water seeped into my parked and closed vehicle, and after that I experienced multiple hazard warning lights on the dashboard while driving on XX, which caused panic and concern for safety. The next day, the vehicle became unresponsive and the batte…

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I am filing a safety complaint regarding my new Honda CR-V which is 6 months old. Water seeped into my parked and closed vehicle, and after that I experienced multiple hazard warning lights on the dashboard while driving on XX, which caused panic and concern for safety. The next day, the vehicle became unresponsive and the battery went dead. This was alarming because the warning lights appeared during highway driving, where a sudden electrical or system failure could create a crash risk. The vehicle had been parked and closed when the water intrusion occurred, so I am concerned there may be a defect related to water sealing, electrical systems, or battery failure. The dealer confirmed that the seal was broken and might have been a manufacturing defect. This caused water seepage. But they were not sure if the water seepage was related to battery giving electrical warnings and going dead. This uncertainty caused more insecurity as we do not know the reason for battery failure exactly when water leaked into the vehicle. Please investigate whether this issue is related to a safety defect. I request that this complaint be reviewed for any pattern involving water intrusion, dashboard warnings, electrical failure, or battery drain in this model. Vehicle information: Year: 2026 Make: Honda Model: CR-V VIN: [XXX] Mileage: 3166 mi Date of incident: 05-24-2026 Location of incident: [XXX] Additional details: Water seeped into the vehicle while it was parked and closed. Dashboard hazard lights illuminated while driving on I-95. The next day, the vehicle was unresponsive and the battery was dead. I have photos/videos/repair records. The warning lights were flashing hazard icons and system warning lights. The vehicle lost power and had to be towed to Dealership on Tuesday, 05-26. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ODI #11743094

Mileage unknown · May 26, 2026
Structure

While driving at highway speeds, the factory sunroof glass panel of my brand-new Honda CRV spontaneously exploded outward with a loud bang, sounding like a gunshot. There were no vehicles directly ahead of me and no overpasses nearby. The sudden explosion caused immediate driver distraction and threw glass fragments, presenting …

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While driving at highway speeds, the factory sunroof glass panel of my brand-new Honda CRV spontaneously exploded outward with a loud bang, sounding like a gunshot. There were no vehicles directly ahead of me and no overpasses nearby. The sudden explosion caused immediate driver distraction and threw glass fragments, presenting a severe safety hazard at high speed. There were no warning indicators, physical symptoms, or unusual noises prior to the sudden failure. The vehicle was subsequently brought to an authorized Honda inspector (Farrish Auto Body) for a technical teardown and inspection. The certified estimator formally determined and documented that there was absolutely no evidence of an external impact point, rock strike, or road debris damage, confirming a spontaneous structural glass failure due to a manufacturing or assembly defect. The vehicle is currently un-drivable due to the missing roof panel and structural hazard, and the manufacturer (American Honda Corporate Case open) and purchasing dealership (DARCARS Honda of Fairfax) have delayed providing a resolution or safe temporary transportation. The component and the vehicle remain available for further official inspection.

NHTSA ODI #11739985

Mileage unknown · Dec 1, 2025
Structure

Driving on the highway, when the glass suddenly shattered, there is no evidence of a projectile causing it.

NHTSA ODI #11702303

Mileage unknown · Sep 14, 2025
Structure

Driver side mirror vibrates at highway speeds causing blurred image. The housing is secure but the mirror itself begins to vibrate at 50mph making it difficult to see the approaching traffic. The vibration and blurred vision gets worse as speed increases. I've had it up to 75mph and the mirror looks quite blurry and additiona…

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Driver side mirror vibrates at highway speeds causing blurred image. The housing is secure but the mirror itself begins to vibrate at 50mph making it difficult to see the approaching traffic. The vibration and blurred vision gets worse as speed increases. I've had it up to 75mph and the mirror looks quite blurry and additionally unclear if the road is bumpy. It is difficult to see what is behind and beside me which is a safety concern especially when trying to switch lanes. The passenger side mirror is fine. The Honda dealer took it for a test drive and was able to duplicate the issue. They also took all of the similar models on the lot for a ride and had the same issue. They tried to fix the existing assembly but it seems worse now. They are ordering a replacement mirror and housing to install and see if it fixes it. They also told me that it may be the how the car is which I know is inaccurate. The existing assembly is available for inspection though I'm guessing the dealership will take it when it gets replaced. The issued occurred the first time I got on the highway after I purchased the car new.

NHTSA ODI #11687202

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