CarComplaints.com Notes: It's rare when a newer vehicle has defect trends, & the 2017 Honda CR-V has at least two — overfilled oil levels with a gas smell, & heat not working.

Both problems affecting the Honda CR-V's 1.5L "Earth Dreams" engine appear to be related to cold-climate regions.

CR-V owners report overfilled oil levels due to fuel in the oil, & sometimes a gas smell in the cabin. That problem appears to be related to fuel injection which Honda hopes to fix via a software update. Honda so far has only conducted a recall in China & a "product update" in Canada.

CR-V owners also report no heat even after warming up their CR-Vs for 30 minutes — not even enough to defrost the windshield. So far, there has been no fix from Honda for this issue.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
11,337 miles

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2017 Honda CR-V fuel system problems

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2017 Honda CR-V Owner Comments (Page 11 of 14)

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problem #75

May 032018

CR-V

  • 25,000 miles

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

I got engin lights on my car and went to the dealership to know what happened with the car. The dealer just ignore the problem and remove the lights from the the dash. I went to dealership 1 several times for that problem and evry time he did the same thing. That time I had the warranty on my vehicle but as soo as I went over with the warranty, they want to fix it. They gave estimated of $1200-1500. They said I have to change radar sensor. Then I went to the second dealership and they said completely differently thing (4 clyender needed to change). Then I went to the third dealership and they said my car fuel system has some problems. Then I went to the out side shop they notified me that your car has manufacture problem. Now my vehicle has engine light and gas mileage went down.

- Sunnyside, NY, USA

problem #74

Apr 012018

CR-V

  • miles
2017 Honda CRV with 1.5 L turbo 4 cylinder engine. Health hazard: Noted gasoline fumes in cabin after starting the car. The fumes are coming in through the ventilation system. Happening in both cold and hot weather. Car has 30K miles on it. Fumes noticed when car is stationary after starting it. Also found to have gas entering oil pan, diluting the oil, and causing high oil levels. Similar reports from many other owners of this vehicle with this engine and apparently a major recall in china for the problem. Am concerned about hydrocarbon levels in the passenger cabin which can be a major health hazard. Just because the fumes dissipate after a minute or so does not necessarily mean that the hydrocarbon levels in the cabin are normal for the rest of the ride. Other major concern is premature wear on the engine due to gas mixing with oil. Another concern is reports of crvs with this problem stalling at high speeds and failing to accelerate properly. Honda usa has not addressed the problem as of this date nor have they offered any solutions. I feel like I wasted over $30K on a vehicle that is now unsafe and destined to premature engine failure. I think there needs to be a recall to fix this problem.

- Florence, CO, USA

problem #73

Oct 202017

CR-V

  • 12,000 miles
Oil crank case is too high due to excess fuel in oil. This causes fuel smell in cabin and stalling of the engine. But more importantly, the engine will suffer from premature engine wear and failure due to lack of lubrication. This is not a cold weather issue as my dilution need happened in the summer and I only do highway driving with long duration. Honda refuses to fix the problem.

- Lansing, KS, USA

problem #72

Oct 012016

CR-V

  • 5,000 miles

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

The contact owns a 2017 Honda CR-V. the contact noticed an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle during short road trips. There were no warning indicators illuminated. Additionally, the tail pipe was rusted. The vehicle was taken to russell & smith Honda (2900 S loop w, houston, tx 77054, (713) 481-3063) where it was diagnosed that fuel was in the oil and the rust was normal. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was 5,000.

- Pearland, TX, USA

problem #71

Oct 012017

CR-V

  • 10,000 miles
Engine oil overfilled. Car has stalled on occasion. Vehicle safety features (Honda sensing) failed completely while driving in bad weather...snow and rain.

- Washingtonville, NY, USA

problem #70

Sep 012018

CR-V

  • 8,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that fuel was mixing into the engine oil. The contact became aware by local media that the Honda vehicles was having fuel mixing into the engine oil. Therefore, the contact checked the engine dipstick and noticed that the vehicle dipstick emitted a strong fuel odor. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer. The dealer replaced the engine oil twice. However, the failure was not corrected the contact checked the engine dipstick and found that the dipstick was still emitting a strong fuel odor. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The manufacturer provided the contact with case number: 09036858 and advised the contact that he would receive a notice when they had a remedy for the failure. The failure mileage was 8,000.

- Admire, KS, USA

problem #69

Oct 082018

CR-V

  • 11,400 miles

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

I purchased my car from brown's Honda 712 crain highway, glen burnie, md 21061 on June 20,2017. On October 6, 2018 ibecame aware of a very serious problem with my car that has the new 1.5 L turbocharged engine. I noticed that the oil level, as shown on the dip stick, was at least 0.5 inches above the top fill mark. I immediately drained the oil and discovered that the volume of oil was 4.75 quarts or 28% above the car's specification of 3.7 quarts. The drained oil was very black in color and to the touch felt less viscous than new 0-20 oil. It appears that the increased volume is due to gasoline mixing with the oil. On Oct 6,2018 (current odometer reading11467 miles) the oil had run in the engine for about 5400 miles. My first oil change at the dealer was at 6000 miles on 4/16/2018. As you are aware, dilutionof the oil with gasoline is a serious problem that will inevitably lead to premature engine failure and operability/safety problems in the future such as stalling. I visited the brown's Honda dealership today 10/8/2018 and explained the issue stated above. The service director, advised me to keep checking the oil level and come back if any running issues occur. The dealer isunable to correct the issue of gasoline leaking into the oil.this problem substantially impairs the future value of my car and potentially it's safety. Gasoline in the engine oil will lead to premature engine failure.

- Glen Burnie, MD, USA

problem #68

Sep 062018

CR-V

  • miles
Oil-dilution problem, oil level on dip stick is way above high mark on dip stick and smell fuel on dip stick

- Beavercreek, OH, USA

problem #67

Oct 012018

CR-V

  • miles
Oil dilution. Strong gas smell in the cabin and coming from the exhaust system in cold morning start. Oil level is higher and above the max line on the dip stick.

- Seattle, WA, USA

problem #66

Oct 262018

CR-V

  • 17,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that after the vehicle was serviced at apple Honda (2219, 1212 loucks rd, york, pa 17404. 717-848-2600), he checked his oil and it was a dark color and it smelt like fuel. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who diagnosed the failure and stated that it was normal and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that they were aware of the failure but no remedy was available at this time. The failure mileage was approximately 17,000. The VIN was not available.

- York, PA, USA

problem #65

Oct 242018

CR-V

  • 15,400 miles

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

I was driving North on hwy 86 from the city of imperial ca. When I set my cruise control at 65 mph suddenly start going up and down with the speed ( going up to 67 and down to 64) with no vehicles in front of me. I arrive to my house and after hearing problems with the stalling on the CR-V models, my husband check the oil and it smell a lot to gasoline.

- Brawley, CA, USA

problem #64

Oct 012018

CR-V

  • miles
Sometimes, I am able to smell odor of gasoline during driving in the cabin from last winter season. It is getting worse during these days. I found 2017-2018 CR-V engine has problem which engine oil mixes with gasoline. I checked oil level and it is really increased and I could smell gasoline with engine oil. How can I solve this problem? I am not able to find recall information. I think it is quite severe and affect to driving and car maintenance.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #63

Oct 212018

CR-V

  • 6,000 miles
At 6,000 miles engine is experiencing oil dilution. Oil is above max level on dipstick and smells strongly of gas, vehicle was cold and stationary when oil level was checked. Called a nearby Honda service center and they advised that the vehicle should be brought in for an oil change. The vehicle was just in for scheduled maintenance (including an oil change) 1,000 miles ago. An automobile should not require an oil change after 1,000 miles of use.

- Spooner, WI, USA

problem #62

Oct 152018

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 9,300 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Honda CR-V. while driving various speeds and when starting the vehicle, all of the instrument panel indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to billy wood Honda (1909 w hillsboro St, el dorado, ar 71730, (870) 863-5400) where the computer was updated, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer where the contact was notified that the manufacturer updated the computer again. The contact mentioned that the failure occurred for a third time, but the vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. Also, while inspecting the oil, the contact noticed it was overfilled and smelled like fuel. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 9,300.

- Camden, AR, USA

problem #61

Oct 082018

CR-V

  • miles
At 15,000 miles, I have found that gasoline is contaminating the crankcase oil even though I do not live in a cold climate or drive very short distances. My local Honda dealer has confirmed this problem but has no fix and has received no guidance from Honda.

- Simpsonville, SC, USA

problem #60

Oct 172018

CR-V

  • 19,834 miles
Excessive fluid in oil pan and strong smell of gasoline when having my oil changed. Oil change was done at valvoline service center

- Holland, MI, USA

problem #59

Oct 182018

CR-V

  • 3,500 miles
After reading a consumer reports article about gasoline in the oil, asking owners to check oil level, I did it and found out that the oil level was about one inch above the maximum mark. I also noticed that the tip of the dipstick smells of gasoline. I checked the oil level in the morning before the car was driven since yesterday. Please see the attached picture of the dipstick.

- Plymouth, MI, USA

problem #58

Oct 062018

CR-V

  • 21,751 miles
2 separate concerns! in the past year there have been several occasions that I smelled gasoline inside the vehicle. When first entering after the car had been parked. This occurred during the past 6 to 8 months. Strong odor. There is gasoline mixing with the engine oil. When you check the oil level it is always way overfilled. It is overfilled due to the gasoline mixing with the engine oil. Lubricating oil is being mixed with solvent - gas. There is the very strong odor of gas as soon as you pull the oil dipstick. The Honda dealership did not make any repair, this is noted on my work order.

- Saylorsburg, PA, USA

problem #57

Oct 012018

CR-V

  • miles
I have observed high oil levels and raw fuel odors on the dip stck, along with raw fuel odors in the cabin. I know Honda is aware of the issue but has offered no guidance. Tell they have a fix in place, Honda should be giving free oil changes to prevent engine damage and premature wear and tear.

- Conroe, TX, USA

problem #56

Oct 122018

CR-V

  • 16,600 miles
When driving and approaching to enter to a highway when you have to speed up the CR-V hesitates to build speed and somewhat stalls even when flooring the throttle pedal. Incoming traffic suddenly need to lower their speed and I became concerned that they possibly could hit me. The CR-V resumed to build up speed and function properly but at a great expense of being utterly nervous when this could haplen again. The unit was just serviced for oil and filter and inspected. What should I do?

- Richmond, TX, USA

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