2023 Honda CR-V
3 recalls · 497 complaints · Safety Score D
Recall History
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 CR-V vehicles. The front passenger seat back frame may not have been welded properly, which can cause the seat back position to fail in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Veh...
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: A seat back position that fails may not adequately restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front passenger seat back frame assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is 6PK.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, F...
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have b...
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.
Recent Complaints
| Date | Component | Description | Crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/05/2026 | Seat Belts | Seatbelt unlatched. Buckle was broken. I was told it was a “mechanical issue” | No | No |
| 05/05/2026 | Steering | I am reporting a Safety Recall Violation at Davis Honda [XXX] ). My 2023 CR-V was serviced for Recall 24-117. I was cha... | No | No |
| 04/27/2026 | Forward Collision Avoidance | The vehicle’s forward collision avoidance and adaptive cruise control radar sensor is mounted directly behind a plastic ... | No | No |
| 04/24/2026 | Structure,visibility/Wiper | I was driving along I-20/59 Northbound approaching Bessemer, Al near or between mile marker 102-104. Suddenly I heard a ... | No | No |
| 04/24/2026 | Engine | Car lost power with catastrophic engine failure with no warning as I was turning into a busy intersection with oncoming ... | No | No |
| 04/23/2026 | Unknown or Other | Hood vibrates noticeably above 55-60 mph and during car wash drying. It is too obvious that it seems that at some point ... | No | No |
| 04/19/2026 | Steering | This is regarding the earlier recall where drivers can feel a clicking noise in steering wheel, I did my recall year ago... | No | No |
| 04/14/2026 | Electrical System,engine,fuel/Propulsion System | Woke up at [XXX] [XXX] to neighbor banging on door and yelling your car is on fire. Vehicle is parked in front driveway,... | No | Yes |
| 04/13/2026 | Engine | Urgent Safety Concern – 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid Engine Defect: I am writing to report a serious safety concern involving ... | No | No |
| 04/12/2026 | Fuel/Propulsion System | After filling up with fuel my vehicle wreaks of gasoline fumes for hours in the passenger compartment. There are no warn... | No | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 2023 Honda CR-V has 3 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Total complaints filed: 497.
The 2023 Honda CR-V has a Safety Score of 25/100 (Grade D). This score factors in recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash and fire reports (20%), and trend direction (10%).
The 2023 Honda CR-V received a Safety Score of D. This vehicle has a below-average safety record, review the specific recalls and complaints below. There are 20 crash reports on file. There are 1 fire reports.
Contact your nearest Honda dealership to schedule a free recall repair. You can also check your specific vehicle by VIN at NHTSA.gov. Manufacturers are required by law to fix recall-related defects at no cost.
Safety Score is calculated from recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash/fire reports (20%), and safety trend (10%).
Source: NHTSA vehicle recall database, 2026.