2023 Honda CR-V Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Honda CR-V. Part of Generation 6 — 2023–present.

20222024
Complaints
623
per 10K Sold
17.2
US Sales
361,457
Crashes
33
Fires
3
Injuries
30
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2023 Honda CR-V Problems

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

#1313 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:11,363 mi
Crash-related:5
#226 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:8,000 mi
Crash-related:7
#324 complaints

Wipers & Visibility

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Honda CR-V.

Steering Defects
313
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
11,363
Brakes
26
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
Avg Miles
8,000
Wipers & Visibility
24
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
22
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
3,094
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
22
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
20
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
19
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
6,390
Body Structure
19
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
15
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
12
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
11,343
Gasoline Fuel System
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
9,500
Airbags
6
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
11,500
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Adas
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Adas:Driver Monitoring:Camera/Sensor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Horn
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Lane Keep: Automatic Steering
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2023 Honda CR-V

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~4,183,757 vehicles.

24V744000Steering
~1,693,199 affected

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 been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.

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.

23V092000Seats:front Assembly:recliner
~98 affected

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 Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."

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2023 Honda CR-V — FAQ

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

Is the 2023 Honda CR-V reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2023 Honda CR-V has 623 NHTSA complaints, 33 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 313 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2023 Honda CR-V?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (313 complaints, avg 11,363 mi); Brakes (26 complaints, avg 8,000 mi); Wipers & Visibility (24 complaints). 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 2023 Honda CR-V?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 10,432 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2023 Honda CR-V?
NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Honda CR-V include 33 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 30 injuries, and 0 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 2023 Honda CR-V have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 4,183,757 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 2023 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.

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