2014 Honda CR-V Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Honda CR-V. Part of Generation 4 — 2012–2016.

20132015
Complaints
789
per 10K Sold
23.3
US Sales
338,581
Crashes
59
Fires
12
Injuries
63
Fatalities
9
Recalls
1

Worst 2014 Honda CR-V Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1188 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:36,800 mi
Crash-related:6
Fires:3
#274 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:16,193 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#365 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:41,950 mi
Crash-related:2
Considering a 2014 Honda CR-V?

Check the actual VIN — every car is different.

This page shows the model year's reputation. The VIN tells you about this specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks. Full report just $4.99 (vs. Carfax $44.99).

Check VIN Free

All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Honda CR-V.

Engine Problems
188
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
3
Avg Miles
36,800
Electrical Faults
74
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
16,193
Transmission / Drivetrain
65
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
41,950
Wheel Issues
46
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
6,964
Unintended Acceleration
36
complaints
Crashes
13
Fires
Avg Miles
38,273
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
35
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
2,651
Airbags
32
complaints
Crashes
17
Fires
1
Avg Miles
37,453
Wipers & Visibility
27
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
34,665
Body Structure
25
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
48,724
Headlight/Taillight Failures
19
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
7,631
Brakes
19
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
1
Avg Miles
33,104
Fuel System
18
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
19,232
Tire Defects
18
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
7,436
Steering Defects
15
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
19,227
Suspension Failures
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
40,012
Seat Belt Issues
10
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
33,641
Electronic Stability Control
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
10,170
Seat-Related Issues
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
100
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Software
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hatchback/Liftgate:Lock
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/Lubrication
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

Search Owner Complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2014 Honda CR-V. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Recalls for 2014 Honda CR-V

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~2,490,460 vehicles.

23V858000Fuel Pump
~2,490,460 affected

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, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Other Honda CR-V Years

2014 Honda CR-V — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2014 Honda CR-V reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2014 Honda CR-V has 789 NHTSA complaints, 59 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 188 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2014 Honda CR-V?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (188 complaints, avg 36,800 mi); Electrical Faults (74 complaints, avg 16,193 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (65 complaints, avg 41,950 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Honda CR-V?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 28,125 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2014 Honda CR-V?
NHTSA complaints for the 2014 Honda CR-V include 59 crash-related reports, 12 fire reports, 63 injuries, and 9 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2014 Honda CR-V have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 2,490,460 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2014 Honda CR-V?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Honda CR-V reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

Check Your Specific 2014 Honda CR-V

Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud.

Check Any VIN — $4.99