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 Owner Comments (Page 4 of 5)

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problem #30

Jun 252019

CR-V

  • 38,000 miles

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

The contact owns a 2016 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that the water pump seized causing the fan belt around the metal to get hot and fractured, smoke and flames started to come from the engine. The fire was extinguished by the contact. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence. The contact later called Honda cars of rock hill dealer, (located at 686 galleria blvd, rock hill, SC 29730, (803) 366-8161) and was advised to bring the vehicle in. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer and was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 38,000.

- Chester, SC, USA

problem #29

Nov 012016

CR-V

  • 2,000 miles
24,000 miles. Rough idle while at a stop, RPM fluctuates while at stop, vibration can be felt in the drivers seat, while at hiway speeds (65-70 mph) vibration can be felt in steering column/ steering wheel, all required servicing done on schedule and these issues have been pointed out at service appmnts, Honda dealership reports no issue found, all above problems have increased in intensity wish to be on record as to these issues

- West Hills, CA, USA

problem #28

Jun 012019

CR-V

  • 27,200 miles
Car vibrates/shakes when sitting still in idle

- Elkhart, IN, USA

problem #27

Apr 162019

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 20,000 miles

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

The contact owns a 2016 Honda CR-V. the contact stated while driving with the cruise control engaged at 75 mph, the vehicle stalled. Additionally, the vehicle spontaneously downshifted from 75 to 0. there were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (classic Honda of texoma 2020 N hwy 75, denison, tx 75020 (903) 328-6024) where the failure was unable to be duplicated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted on 5-14-19. The failure mileage was 20,000. The contact menioned that the failure was similar to NHTSA campaign number: 17V305000 (engine).

- Sherman, TX, USA

problem #26

Apr 092019

CR-V

  • miles
Smell of fuel in cabin and stalling when in reverse

- Liverpool, NY, USA

problem #25

Mar 012019

CR-V

  • 35,000 miles
I bought a Honda CRV 2016 and has 35,0000 miles on it. However, there is a sudden shake as soon as you put the vehicle to drive. In other words, the RPM drops on drive but increases in park. The car is fairly new and it should not do this. Also, my car has never been in an accident. This becomes a cause of concern everyime I am at a traffic light, even my seat and my side mirrors tends to shake also, 2015 CRV were recalled because of this issue.

- East Brunswick, NJ, USA

problem #24

Mar 072019

CR-V

  • 50,000 miles

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

The contact owns a 2016 Honda CR-V. while the contact was performing a routine oil check, he found fuel mixed in the oil. The vehicle was taken to larry H. miller Honda murray (5808 state St, murray, ut 84107, (801) 590-0572) to be diagnosed, but no failure was found. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000.

- West Valley City, UT, USA

problem #23

Feb 142019

CR-V

  • 50,000 miles
Excessive oil (no oil leak) engine oil disappeared 2 quarts after only 3000 miles from last oil change. No towing, racing, mountains, etc. Contacted Honda, they say according to Honda policy only Honda vehicles that consumpt 1 qtr oil per 1000 mile are consider abnormal. Since my CR-V consumpt about 1 qtr per 1500 mile, Honda say it is normal and will not honoring their warranty.

- Fairfax, VA, USA

problem #22

Jan 242019

CR-V

  • 10,500 miles
While braking car accelarated and ended with hitting a tree.. extensive damage was done to front end. Had to be towed and estimate for damages well over $7000. All I have is a quick pic with my phone so I can tx to you if you need..

- Margate, FL, USA

problem #21

Jan 262019

CR-V

  • 11,888 miles
Noxious fuel/ oil fumes in cabin causing headaches and lightheadedness. Also heater will not blow hot air. Honda refuses to acknowledge problem. Instead blaming it on short range driving and cold weather environment. Honda America insists that fuel in gas is normal despite evidence to the contrary. According to Honda, this (our CRV) was the first time they had a complaint. Please please please investigate and issue a recall. We have resorted to driving our 2003 model vehicle and parking this newer CRV which only has 12000 miles but has been to dealer for these concerns 4 different times for fumes and 2 times for heater.

- Johnstown, PA, USA

problem #20

Dec 032016

CR-V

  • 100 miles

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

When CRV is stationary and idles, the cabin fills with gasoline smell and is nauseating and gives my wife headaches. It has been an issue since we bought new in December 2016 and the Honda dealer said they would look into it and nothing has been done to fix the problem. We have young kids and are concerned for there health and safety. From reading on-line this issue seams to be a common problem with the CRV. Can you guys and gals help? thanks

- Belle Center, OH, USA

problem #19

Dec 172018

CR-V

  • 25,000 miles
Vehicle was sitting idle at a stop light, after being driven for approximately 15 minutes at speeds ranging from 25-50mph. The instrument panel flashed, then went dark, though the vehicle was still running with no other issues immediately noted. Driver pulled into a parking lot about 300' away, put the vehicle into park, and upon exiting saw fire coming from the front of the engine compartment. The fire department responded, but the vehicle was fully involved by the time they arrived on scene 7 minutes later.

- Buffalo Grove, IL, USA

problem #18

Nov 032018

CR-V

  • 41,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Honda CR-V. while driving 30 mph, the engine shut off and all the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. In addition, the power steering and brakes failed to operate. The vehicle was coasted to a stop on the side of the road and towed to community Honda (8340 w 159th St, orland park, il 60462, (708) 364-2600). The dealer diagnosed that the water pump, gasket, and alternator belt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and provided a case number. The failure mileage was 41,000.

- Tinley Park, IL, USA

problem #17

Oct 202018

CR-V

  • 35,000 miles
I am concerned about the smell of gasoline in the engine's oil. When checking the oil level, the smell is strong. I am concerned about fire safety and engine wear.

- Richmond, VT, USA

problem #16

Nov 222017

CR-V

  • 5 miles
My Honda CRV several times randomly after right turn, resists / hesitates to accelerate. Pretty much looses complete acceleration even if I press accelerator. But it picks up after few seconds. Couple of times I had been in close situation as after I make right turn since it doesn't pickup speed, the traffic came close to my vehicle. I took to Honda dealer 2 times so far and they said since this cannot be reproduced at will, they cannot do any thing. But this is a very dangerous issue.

- Pearland, TX, USA

problem #15

Sep 132018

CR-V

  • 17,585 miles
Hesitation when trying to accelerate. Happens anytime- step on the gas and it takes a few seconds before the acceleration starts. Happens when starting out at a traffic light or when you first start accelerating after slowing down or at a stop.

- Belvidere, NJ, USA

problem #14

Sep 042018

CR-V

  • 18,000 miles
Hesitation when trying to accelerate. Happens anytime- step on the gas and it takes a few seconds before the acceleration starts.

- Nashotah, WI, USA

problem #13

Oct 312016

CR-V

  • 2,700 miles
I have returned to the dealer twice because I have seen an increase in my oil level and a gasoline smell on the dipstick. Twice the dealer changed my oil and filter--at no charge--but no fix. There may be significant safety issues if the diluted oil fails to perform properly and the engine seizes.

- St Augustine, FL, USA

problem #12

May 292018

CR-V

  • 48,000 miles
Oil issue..there seems to be a recall on Honda vehicles in china due to gasoline flowing into the oil..my son was checking the oil and it smells like gas...I hope this does not case a fire hazard as my oil now has become gasoline. Yet no recall in America why?

- Camden, AR, USA

problem #11

Feb 132018

CR-V

  • 100 miles
From new, the cabin fills with noxious gas fumes. Honda dealership says Honda is aware of the problem but will not do anything to fix it as they are unaware of a fix. Unacceptable from Honda

- Burlington, MA, USA

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