10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
6 / 3
Injuries / Deaths:
4 / 0
Average Mileage:
18,537 miles

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2016 Honda CR-V engine problems

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2016 Honda CR-V Owner Comments (Page 3 of 5)

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problem #50

Aug 182018

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 9,248 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I purchased a Honda CRV in September 2016.the transmission /gearbox has repeatedly failed. 1. I drived my CRV at 8/18/2018, it was the case at that time, the transmission suddenly jumped to the "N-gear" position during forward movement, and then the car suddenly stopped due to inertia during the forward process, and then the oil pan cracked. So I I told this to the person who picked up the car in diamond Honda, but the person who picked up the car at that time said that it was impossible for the gearbox to suddenly jump into gear. So I have to pay the repair fee $469.89. 2.the engine fault code P0741 at 5/23/2020, I have been to diamond Honda for repair 5/23/2020. The engine is lighting up.only drived 20000 mile, why lighting up? diamond Honda confirmed the transmission hasdefected. So they changed aremanufactured transmission to me at 6/2/2020. A remanufactured or refurbished product is one which is not new but has been tested, often repackaged and sold with a "remanufactured" or "refurbished" label. A remanufactured or refurbished product may not look new, but it will show only limited wear and it should perform as new. These devices might have been opened and returned, or they could be demo models, trade-ins or items returned at the end of a lease period. 3. I picked up my CRV on 6/2/2020. But it did not repair and could not work sincediamond Honda changed aremanufacturedtransmission, not a newtransmission.when I drive, I can't accelerate smoothly, and every time I need to increase the throttle for a long time to speed up. And when driving, there will be a serious sense of frustration, the body will involuntarily lean forward and backward with the speed of the vehicle. 1.I request to change a new entire transmission 2. refund the repair fee $469.89 to me. 3.I request to extend the engine warranty to 6 years.

- Walnut, CA, USA

problem #49

May 232020

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 20,000 miles
I purchased Honda CRV in September 2016, the engine fault code P0741 today, I have been to diamond Honda for repair today, I checked the warranty plan: Powertrain limited warranty, your powertrain is covered for 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first. I am still under warranty. VIN: [xxx] vehicle mileage: 20,000 description: Engine failure. I have already left my car to 17525 gale ave, city of industry, ca 91748. The engine is lighting up. Only drove 20000 mile, why lighting up? I request to waive all of repair the engine fee. Also I request to extend the engine warranty to 6 years. Please help asap. Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Walnut, CA, USA

problem #48

May 072020

CR-V

  • 13,500 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that while approaching a stop sign, the brake pedal was depressed however, the RPM revved up and the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact turned off and then restarted to the vehicle and drove to his destination. The contact stated that the failure was experienced twice. The vehicle was taken to tony Honda hilo (124 wiwoole St, hilo, hi 96720, (808) 961-5505), however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 13,500.

- Hilo, HI, USA

problem #47

Nov 032018

CR-V 4-cyl

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Engine oil level increased by 1/8 in on only 20% oil life used (approx 2200 miles used). The dipstick smells as if fuel is in the oil. Engine components increasingly are getting louder-- the rattle of the cams atop the engine. Oil used was synthetic mobil one + new wik filter. The car had the PCV valve replaced, by owner, on a maintenance recommendation at 30,000 mi. Car has 57,879 mi. Car will be investigated by dealer on May 19. Car still under full power train guarantee.

- San Jose, CA, USA

problem #46

Mar 162020

CR-V

  • 120,000 miles
Performed normal and regular maintenance, oil use light is at 30 percent, 120K miles, when coming to a hard stop check oil light comes on. Checked oil level, low, smell of fuel on dip stick.

- Giddings, TX, USA

problem #45

Feb 232020

CR-V

  • 83,500 miles
I own a 2016 Honda cr V with the 2.4L earth dreams engine.. I took a long trip and do some city driving however checked the oil level after about 500 miles of mixed ciry and highway and the oil level was way over the full mark and smells like gasoline. The car has 83,500 miles on it and this is quite concerning to me...

- Eugene, OR, USA

problem #44

Feb 232020

CR-V

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I consistently experience severe vibration felt in both front seats when the car idles. This occurs when the RPM is about 750 or less. It occurs any time I come to a stop at a traffic light or stop sign.

- Henrico, VA, USA

problem #43

Feb 142020

CR-V

  • 22,000 miles
The contact called on behalf of his wife who owns a 2016 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that while stopped with the brake pedal depressed, with the vehicle idling, the vehicle vibrated abnormally. The contact stated that the issue was evident since the vehicle was first purchased. The vehicle was taken to culver city Honda located at 9055 w Washington blvd, culver city, ca 90232, where it was determined that the vehicle operated as intended. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 22,000.

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

problem #42

Oct 012019

CR-V

  • 11,875 miles
As other owners have reported, when the car is in drive, idli ng (at stops), the whole body/engine/transmission are vibrating really hard. Symptoms identical to technical service bulletin (tsb) 15-046, driving mode 1: the vehicle is stopped, but in gear.

- Ridgewood, NY, USA

problem #41

Aug 012019

CR-V

  • miles
When the gear is in driving mode, D, my vehicle starts vibrating so much that all passengers can feel it. According to Honda, it is a well known problem to 2015 CRV (owners.Honda.com/vehicle-information/CR-V-2015-vibration-settlement.html). however, it doesn't seem that they fixed the problem in 2016 CRV. According to Honda, my problem is very obvious at driving mode 1, which means that vibrations may be present when stopped with vehicle in gear, for example at a stop light. The problem has been there for a long time, and it comes more serious nowadays.

- Chico, CA, USA

problem #40

Jan 242019

CR-V

  • 30,377 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Excessive vibration at idle when the car is in drive and car gets to around 600 rpms after vehicle is warm. You can increase idle speed and vibration is not felt. Very annoying for a relatively new vehicle. Don't agree this should be a normal idle vibration condition. First noticed this condition in January 2019 and asked dealer to check out this issue. At the time my car had 30,377 miles. Since then this issue is worse. Honda should have a fix for this issue.

- The Villages, FL, USA

problem #39

Oct 272019

CR-V

  • 25,800 miles
Seats have severe vibration at idle. Most pronounced after warming up, or, highway drive. (that's why test drives don't show it!). also, door armrests vibrate. Most intolerable; makes one nauseated. Also, gas mixed in with oil! gas fume smells noted in cabin while driving.

- Bartlett, IL, USA

problem #38

Dec 172018

CR-V

  • miles
On multiple occasions for the past year, this car has stalled when you press the gas pedal. You press the gas, the car "chugs, " and either slows down and has to catch up to itself, or it completely shuts off. It happens pulling out of the driveway, at stop signs, and intersections. We've brought the car to the dealership multiple times, and they can't find the problem. It even stalled on their tech once, but they still couldn't fix it. They suggested replacing the battery, so we did, and nothing changed. This is incredibly dangerous, and nobody at the dealership or the corporate office did anything to address the issue. I believe this car should be recalled and off the road immediately.

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

problem #37

Jun 292019

CR-V

  • 37,976 miles
Car engine **under warranty** is burning excessive oil which can eventually lead to catastrophic engine failure. [warranty: 5 yr/60K miles; have owned just over 3 yrs w/ 38K miles] 1) having worked on my own cars 30+ years I noted it was burning far too much oil between changes. Took car to dealer for 'engine oil consumption test' 6/29/19; dealer denied car had burned any oil despite stick showing engine had in fact burned oil during duration of test. 2) sent email to Honda reporting this issue ('Honda automobile customer service case # 09925699 dated 10/3/19'). Honda replied that I should talk to the very same service manager who denied the engine was burning any oil let alone excessive oil; in the alternative they suggested going to 'another certified Honda dealership'. since the issue has not been repaired the defect & internal damage is ongoing. I am concerned that driving the car without appropriate repair is dangerous. A simple 'google search' reveals mine is not the only vehicle in this model year with this issue. I note that for prior model years Honda has acknowledged this defect & at least extended the warranty or effected repairs. (see Honda service bulletin 12-089) consumer reports says 'it's normal for cars to burn a little oil as they age toward 100,000 miles and beyond. But consumer reports believes that for an almost new car to burn that excessive amount of oil is unacceptable.' ('excessive oil consumption isn't normal: Automakers say adding oil between scheduled changes is acceptable. It's not.' Consumer reports 6/30/15 https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/magazine/2015/06/excessive-oil-consumption/index.htm)

- East Setauket, NY, USA

problem #36

Aug 202019

CR-V 4-cyl

  • miles
2016 Honda CR-V. consumer writes in regard to vehicle failure to start then stalls, and also intermittent engine hesitation.

- Boston, MA, USA

problem #35

Aug 152019

CR-V

  • 68,000 miles
Upon entering and attempting to start the SUV, after closing the door and buckling the entire system will not start intermittently. Stranding the passengers and requiring a boost from another vehicle or tow truck. The lights come on when you attempt to start the vehicle but the engine only clicks and failes to start. A certified mechanic has investigate the alternator, and battery, both were functioning correctly. There have been numerous complaints about this same issue.

- Apex, NC, USA

problem #34

Sep 122019

CR-V

  • 23,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that the engine would not start after several attempts. The vehicle's battery was jumped and the contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic. No defects were detected. After experiencing the same failure multiple times, the vehicle's alternator and battery were replaced by the independent mechanic. The contact's wife was driving 60 mph, the battery indicator and the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle then shut off, which caused her to lose complete control of the vehicle. The contact's wife was able to slowly steer the vehicle to the side of the road where it completely died. The vehicle would not restart and was towed to the same independent mechanic where the battery and alternator replaced. The vehicle was diagnosed again, but no failure was found. The vehicle continued not to start after multiple attempts. The contact was able to attach a component to the vehicle, provided by the mechanic, that would prevent the vehicle from failing. The contact was able to take the vehicle to an independent mechanic from where the vehicle was purchased. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 23,000.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #33

Sep 192019

CR-V

  • 77,500 miles
Car has stalled numerous times when accelerating. If it does not fully stall then it pauses and accelerates. I took the vehicle to a mechanic who found no code problems with it at all. I need assistance as I feel it is a recall issue.

- San Bernardino, CA, USA

problem #32

Jul 012017

CR-V

  • 8,000 miles
2016 Honda CRV vehicle shakes/vibrates when idle. Vibration is felt in steering wheel, seats, floor board on both passenger and driver side. Improvement when you move the vehicle to drive, but annoying.

- Goodyear, AZ, USA

problem #31

Dec 032018

CR-V

  • 43,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Honda CR-V. while turning onto a busy street, the vehicle would not accelerate with the speed of the traffic. The failure occurred frequently. Hendrick Honda (8901 South blvd, charlotte, nc 28273, (704) 552-2090) stated that the failure was caused by a throttle position sensor failure. An independent mechanic also inspected the vehicle and stated that the manufacturer was aware of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 43,000.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

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