CarComplaints.com Notes: It's rare when a newer vehicle has defect trends. Judging from the identical 2017 model year, the 2018 Honda CR-V is likely to have 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 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 0
Average Mileage:
5,129 miles

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2018 Honda CR-V fuel system problems

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2018 Honda CR-V Owner Comments (Page 10 of 15)

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problem #102

Jan 052019

CR-V

  • 5,000 miles

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

At approximately 5000 miles I changed the oil in our 2018 CR-V (for the first time) and realized there was approximately 1.5 quarts too much oil (it wasn't all oil, gasoline had diluted the oil). We have an appointment today at the Honda dealer in grand island, ne to have them 'install updated injector software and something concerning the A/C regulator (they said).

- Ravenna, NE, USA

problem #101

Dec 152018

CR-V

  • 1,000 miles
Gasoline smell in oil, also occasionally gasoline smell in the cabin when turn on the heat.

- Westminster, CA, USA

problem #100

Dec 172018

CR-V

  • 8,402 miles
Our 2018 Honda CRV touring has the oil dilution problem. Our oil level increased about 3/4 inch on the oil stick from may, 2018 to December, 2018 and it smells like gas. We have also smelled gas inside our car. Honda is fixing some cars, but we live in Arkansas and our state is not on the list to be repaired. We could have an engine fire so feel it is not safe to drive. Also, the engine will wear out a lot faster with the dilution....even though the Honda dealer said it won't!!

- Heber Springs, AR, USA

problem #99

Jan 042019

CR-V

  • 3,380 miles

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

Gasoline in the oil!

- Cocolalla, ID, USA

problem #98

Oct 012018

CR-V

  • 7,800 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that fuel was leaking into the oil. Team Honda (4613 E Lincoln hwy, merrillville, in 46410, (219) 947-3900) scheduled an appointment for January 4, 2018 to provide a software update. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The approximate failure mileage was 7,800.

- Crown Point, IN, USA

problem #97

Dec 012018

CR-V

  • 22,300 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. the contact noticed a fuel odor coming from the oil dipstick. The vehicle was taken to lee's summit Honda (401 ne colbern rd, lee's summit, mo 64086. 816-251-8700) where it was diagnosed that the vehicle needed to be reprogrammed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and provided case number: 09225423. The contact was referred to NHTSA. The failure mileage was approximately 22,300.

- Deep Water, MO, USA

problem #96

Dec 282018

CR-V

  • 3,800 miles

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

The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. the contact noticed that fuel was mixing with the engine oil. There was also a loss of power and brake functionality as various warning indicators and gauges flashed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed to southeastern Honda (3125 us-1, palm bay, fl 32905, (321) 984-4224), but the cause of the failure could not be determined. A loaner vehicle was not offered. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but was closed for the holidays. The contact planned to call back. The approximate failure mileage was 3,800.

- Melbourne, FL, USA

problem #95

Dec 312018

CR-V

  • 5,800 miles
Oil level over maximum

- North Miami Beach, FL, USA

problem #94

Dec 292018

CR-V

  • 6,448 miles
Honda gas in oil. When in for their recall. Oil was changed and A/C module replaced. I never checked the oil for gas but feel this problem must cause some engine damage. Would like to see a formal recall with proper corrective action. Dealer seemed evasive when asked to explain the problem, no big deal just gas in the oil.

- Cornwall, NY, USA

problem #93

Dec 272018

CR-V

  • 4,500 miles
October 2018 we took our new C rv on a trip to nashville, tn from traverse city, mi. The check engine light came on and the oil can icon lit up. I called the Honda dealer where I bought the C rv from and they had no idea what was going on. I got out and checked the oil and found it high. I brought the Honda to a quick lube to check it. They changed the oil then sent me on my way. After arriving back home tc a few weeks later we got a recall letter from Honda. On Wednesday, December 26th, williams Honda in tc did the recall work. On Thursday my wife got in the vehicle to go shopping and the heater would not work. She called the Honda dealer and brought the Honda to them. They said that they did not cause the heater to not work with the recall repair. After doing something, the heater began to work again. This is very worrisome, we are not sure what to do next. On an earlier occasion our new CR-V would not start as after only 30 minutes of sitting the battery was dead. The Honda dealer told us you can't leave any lights on as the battery wont last very long.

- Traverse City, MI, USA

problem #92

Jan 112017

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 7,700 miles

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

The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that oil was mixing with the fuel and all the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle could not be driven and had to be towed to krenzen Honda (4160 haines rd, duluth, mn 55811, (218) 724-6632) where it was diagnosed and partially repaired. A system update and oil change was performed on the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified and provided a case number. The contact was informed to call the manufacturer again, if the failure continued. The failure mileage was 7,700. Consumer stated first time car started smoking and the engine was disabled. Second time car smelled of fuel. Vehicle purchase date should be on or before incident date

- Duluth, MN, USA

problem #91

Nov 072018

CR-V

  • 2,500 miles
Stationary:gas intrusion into oil. Dipstick reeks of gas. Oil viscosity appears watery. Strong gas smell in garage after parking (heated garage) - takes 6-8 hrs to dissipate smell driving and stationary: Strong gas smell into driver/front passenger area, outside perimeter of car and under hood - smell appears to come into cabin with heater on through vents. Windows have to be rolled down and heater off to get rid of smell - my eyes water, throat becomes tight and nose starts stinging immediately - headaches start after approximately 30 minutes of driving and continue for 4-5 hrs as do the other symptoms this cabin/under hood gas smell has happened with outside temps from 28-60 degrees. Gas smell is more concentrated after driving and parking the car and then turning off engine and returning to car to start engine within 10 minutes to 4 hrs - it literally makes me nauseous and dizzy. This happens whether car is in garage, driving on city street or highway. Has become worse the past 6 weeks (car was purchased new in June 2018) from Honda dealer in central Illinois. It currently has 2500 miles on odometer what about a fire under hood from excess fuel not being burned off" I am concerned about my health and emissions have driven many types of cars for over 50 yrs and never had these gas intrusion issues or oil intrusion from fuel what happens when I need to "air car out" because of smell and it's raining or snowing? the potential for engine damage in concerning - example: How does gas mixed with oil, lubricate an engine and its related components properly? why is there excess build up of fuel in oil pan? why am I subjected to the noxious, hideous, and sickening gas smell in cabin" therefore, I would expect at a minimum extended drive train/engine warranty to 6 yrs from Honda which was granted in Canada and want gas smell eliminated

- Pontiac, IL, USA

problem #90

Oct 012018

CR-V

  • 7,000 miles
There is a strong gas smell in the cabin and around the car. The smell is most noticeable when idling and after parking. Duration of the trip does not seem to be a factor, nor the street type.

- Cary, NC, USA

problem #89

Dec 202018

CR-V

  • 8,500 miles
Gasoline mixing with engine oil, oil level rising above full mark diluting engine oil.will possibly cause pre mature engine damage.smell of gasoline in oil.Honda is claiming this is normal..this is not normal!

- Covington, KY, USA

problem #88

Dec 112018

CR-V

  • 7,500 miles
Had oil changed by dealer. Noticed smell inside vehicle after driving home. Checked oil had smell of gasoline. Oil level has increased since checked after service. According to Honda information, car will shut itself down if oil level gets too high. If car dies on interstate, could very well cause an accident.

- Dover, DE, USA

problem #87

Dec 112018

CR-V

  • 3,050 miles
I have been getting a strong gas odor inside the car and the oil level was above the full mark, smelled strong of gas and was a dark color for being brand new with 3,000 miles. I brought to the dealer and they installed campaign recall #18-114 that included software update and a A/C control. I drove car 5 days and while driving on a busy road the car filled with gas fumes that was overwhelming I had to put all windows down and pull over to air the vehicle out and make sure it wasnt going to be a fire hazzard.I have reported issue to Honda factory and will be going to the dealer 12/19/18 to adress the issue again

- Waterford, NY, USA

problem #86

Oct 012018

CR-V

  • 500 miles
Oil level over full. And strong fuel smell it the oil. My garage smells strongly of gas also. I took it to the dealership in octobet and they said that it was a known problem and a fix was comming soon" nothing yet? why would they sell vehicles with knowledge of a serious motor problem"

- Covington, WA, USA

problem #85

Dec 132018

CR-V

  • 5,800 miles
3-month-old 2018 CR-V ex-L - noticed oil dilution problems within first 2 months. Dealer has been unresponsive. Gas has been getting into oil in apparently significant amounts. Persistent smells of gas and 'rotten eggs/meat' while operating. Oil level gets higher above measuring section of dipstick every time I check, smells of gas. Car begins to stall a bit occasionally. Had oil changed at 5K miles - tech confirmed oil was very thin, higher volume than should be, and smelled of gas. Very concerned about safety now (what if it stalls while in heavy highway traffic?) and also long-term engine damage since diluted oil will not lubricate as well. Researched online only after discovering problem - apparently well known problem, and widespread - but barely acknowledged by Honda.

- Mc Donald, PA, USA

problem #84

Dec 102018

CR-V

  • miles
Wife notices fuel smell while driving. Oil was checked and I could visibly see the oil is cut with gasoline along with strong smell of gasoline on oil dipstick. Oil is indefinitely contaminated with gasoline. First noticed on 12/10/18 and researched online finding that thousands of others have the same problem with 2017-2018 Honda CR-V with the 1.5L turbo

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

problem #83

Nov 262018

CR-V

  • 400 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that the fuel in the vehicle was not burning, which caused fuel to seep down to the oil. The dealer (tom scott Honda, 603 11th ave N., nampa, id 83687) stated that they could not assist until a recall for the failure was issued. The manufacturer was also contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 400.

- Boise, ID, USA

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