The A/C compressor pulley bearing seal is broken/busted and is grinding causing a burning smell. The idler pulley bearing seal is broken/busted and is squealing. All the routine maintenance is up to date. This automobile is only 3 years old and already having problems with the basic engine components. Is this a rare case for this make and model or is it that Honda is no longer considered to be a reliable automobile?

- Eastvale, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of oil. The failure was first noticed during an oil change and there was hardly any oil in the oil pan. The vehicle was taken to kelly Honda (540 lynnway, lynn, MA 01905, (781) 484-0160) and they stated that the vehicle normally consumed that amount of oil. The contact had to take the vehicle back to the dealer three more times for the same failure after noticing the oil levels were low. The dealer performed an oil change and asked the contact to return after 1,000 miles. When the contact returned, the dealer checked the oil level and informed the contact that the levels were fine. The contact was not convinced and the dealer informed her to drive another 1,000 miles and bring the vehicle back. When the contact returned, the dealer stated that there was engine failure. The vehicle warranty did not cover the repairs; however, the contact could pay the dealer $1,500 for the repair. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 23,500. The VIN was unknown.

- East Boston, MA, USA

CRV was rattling for about a week. Started only in the morning in the cold and progressively got worse. We were supposed to take the car in to the mechanic the next day but as my wife was driving on the highway the car completely shut off. We had it towed to the mechanic and he said it's engine failure and had no oil. We had no oil light come on and we get routine oil changes. Called Honda to see if there was a recall and they said no and offered no help. Now I'm stuck with a worthless 5 yr old car that I still owe money on. There are so many complaints about this why hasn't a recall been issued" why is nobody investigating this???"

- Oriskany, NY, USA

There is a know problem with grinding at cold startup this should be a manufacturer defective part recall https://youtu.be/kr20baoxbo8

- Sacramento, CA, USA

When car reaches 60-70 mph, it shudders like it is trying to change gear. Periodic.

- Schenectady, NY, USA

I want to ask you to investigate a problem that has Honda with the vtc actuator (variable temporal control) which lead to a rattle noise when start in cool weather and most of the mechanics know about it. The vehicle was stationary and present the fail when started in cold conditions. On their dealer own words: The vtc is worn out causing the rattle sound and chain is stretched. The tensioner crack seal needs to be changed. All of their answers make me think is a manufacturing problem because they knew about it and that Honda should make a recall. The cost was thousand and six hundred dollars (1,600). They needed to open the engine and the noise didn't go away even after the repairs and the car is now accelerated a little too much. I really appreciate your time and your response either way is investigated or not. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).'

- Hooks, TX, USA

Engine rattle noise upon cold start.

- Rancho Cucamonga, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Honda CR-V. when the vehicle was cold started, the contact heard an intense grinding noise coming from the engine. The noise only lasted for a few seconds, but the contact was concerned of engine damage. The contact researched the internet and found forums regarding the failure. The contact spoke with O'donnell Honda (8620 baltimore national pike, ellicott city, md 21043, (410) 461-5000) while the warranty was still valid; however, there was no remedy at the time. The warranty had expired and the dealer would not assist with the repair. The manufacturer stated that nothing could be done because the warranty was expired. The failure mileage was 30,000.

- Sykesville, MD, USA

The anti-freeze corrodes the radiator causing the core to be blocked. Blows hot air on passage side and cold air on driver's side

- Fort Collins, CO, USA

In August 2018 I brought vehicle to privately owned shop that I trust to research a noise coming from the engine bay when starting the vehicle. Mechanic found through inspection/research that timing chain likely needed to be replaced ($1000 job) on 2014 CR-V's. at that time my vehicle was less than 5 years old with less than 60,000 miles, so it was within the power train warrantee period (5yrs/60kmi). The mechanic also found that the engine was leaking quite a bit of oil for such a new car and he said it had a consumption issue. I called Honda in August 2018, and started a case regarding oil consumption and noise related to timing chain. They told me to bring vehicle to Honda dealership to begin oil consumption test and to have noise looked at. I immediately brought the vehicle to lia Honda who told me to wait until oil needed to be changed to start consumption test B/C the oil was recently changed and it would be a waste of new oil. I brought the car into keeler Honda in November of 2018 to complete the oil consumption test when the oil needed to be changed and to have the noise checked out. They changed the oil and couldn't figure out the noise, stating the car was fine. As I drove the car over the next few months the noise got worse. I brought the car to the dealership where I bought the car and they stated I should bring the car back to Honda because it should've been under warrantee and something was definitely wrong. I called Honda manufacturer and referenced my case from Aug of 2018- they agreed to document that my car was covered B/C these issues stem from when it was under warrantee (now has 62kmi). Keeler Honda found a service bulletin to replace vtc actuator related to noise. This was replaced and covered by Honda. The car still has oil consumption issue! 2015 CR-V's were recalled due to oil consumption to replace the engine, but not 2014's? same issue!!!!!

- Schenectady, NY, USA

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S with on 34,022 miles, when the heat and fan/blower is on, cold air comes from the driver side vents while warm/hot air blows from the passenger side vents. Research indicates a clog in the heater core. A technical service bulletin exists for the problem attached.this issue is a manufacturing defect from either: 1) sand left in the coolant passages after the casting of the engine block and or 2) Honda's coolant containing sediment and or 3) Honda's coolant causing wear to surfaces it comes in contact with. The windshield freezes up when trying to defrost it and a safety issue in winter. Honda needs to cover this repair- please advise, thank you.

- Whitman, MA, USA

Fuel consumption. Losing 1 quart of oil every 1000 miles. No oil leak..

- Woodside, NY, USA

Grinding sound for 1-2 seconds after the engine starts especially during cold start. When I googled it, same sound that affecting vtc actuator.

- Orland Hills, IL, USA

The driver side vents blow cold air when the heat is on. The passenger side vents blow hot air. The heater core was clogged by mineral build up.

- Rockford, MI, USA

Chronic engine light from defective timing chain. Noise (rattling) from timing chain area.the timing chain started making noise @ 80K. Check engine light started to illuminate in early October with code P0341. Cel illuminate on start up. After clearing code vehicle driving the rest of day without cel re illuminating to next morning. I took it to the shop (see attached) where the technician removed the timing cover exposing failed parts. After brief internet search I found numerous complaints of this same nature requiring timing chain and related parts having to be replaced on 2013 and 2014 Honda CR-V mileage as 58,000 (see attached). Attached is a statement from the master certified technician how preformed the repairs. I also have retained all parts replaced. When the cel light illuminate the tire pressure light, stability control light, and electric steering light also illuminated(see attached)

- Catonsville, MD, USA

Vtc actuator needs to be replaced at 86,000 miles. Took to dealer cost will be $1000 not covered under any recalls although there have been several complaints and repairs for this particular year, make and model

- San Jacinto, CA, USA

Variable timing control (vtc) actuator failed as described in Honda tsb 16-012. Informed by Honda dealer that failure would result in catastrophic engine failure if not repaired. Honda refused to cover repair.

- Lake Bluff, IL, USA

The car is hesitance during acceleration, the car vibrates while driving, more noticed during highway driving. His started Aug 20,2018, wen I start the car, the engine makes noise shakes during a cold start. Have been told nothing is wrong. Began having problems in late 2016 thru March 2018. This happens during cold temperatures.

- Stafford, VA, USA

Heater not blowing hot air. Honda anti-freeze seems to be dissolving radiator

- Georgetown, TX, USA

Entering a parking space at a local cvs the car self accelerated to a very high speed. The car charged forward. The brakes could not stop the car until it slammed into 2 parked cars on the other side of the store entrance.also, the safety bags did not open. The car was like a raging bull. The car went over 1 parking block crossing over the front of the store, over another block before stopping.. the accelerator went berserk without any foot on the gas pedal. I am unable to scan any reports electronially

- Philadelphia, PA, USA