2015 Honda CR-V Engine Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are engine problems on the 2015 Honda CR-V?
254 owners have reported engine problems on the 2015 Honda CR-V, 38% of all complaints for this year and the most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 0–32,000 miles. 2 recalls cover this area.
254 complaints 38% of all 2015 complaints 4,000 miles typical
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (159 of 254). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Engine complaints by the year the problem happened.
Engine complaints by CR-V year
Related recalls
Engine
Can stallThe replacement engine may have been built with the wrong pistons, potentially affecting the engine's performance. The reduced performance may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engines and replace the incorrect components, as necessary, free of charge.
Recall 17V305000 · May 2017Engine
Fire riskThe affected vehicles may have been assembled with improperly torqued connecting rod bolts, which can cause the engine to lose power or leak oil. Loss of engine power may result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. If the engine leaks oil in the proximity of hot engine or exhaust components, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine short block, free of charge.
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Other 2015 Honda CR-V problems
Common questions
What are common 2015 Honda CR-V engine problems?
Complaints most often name the engine.
At what mileage do 2015 Honda CR-V engine problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 0–32,000 miles. The middle value is about 4,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2015 Honda CR-V engine problems?
Yes: 17V305000, 15V121000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which CR-V year has the most engine complaints?
The 2018 CR-V, with 544 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.