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2019 Honda CR-V Problems

What owners have reported about the 2019 Honda CR-V, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

Is the 2019 Honda CR-V a good year?

It's one of the worst years for the CR-V. Owners have filed 1,106 complaints with NHTSA, the 3rd most of 19 CR-V model years. The most reported problems involve the emergency braking system, fuel system and steering.

1,106 complaints 8 recalls, 1 fire risk 3rd worst of 19 CR-V years

Top 2019 Honda CR-V problems

1

Emergency braking problems

299 complaints (27%) name the emergency braking system, most often the automatic emergency braking and warnings.

Complaints 299 · Usually at 14,000–37,000 miles

2

Fuel system problems

263 complaints (24%) name the fuel system, most often the fuel pump and fuel injection system.

Complaints 263 · Usually at 17,000–65,000 miles · Recall 23V858000, 21V215000, 19V569000

3

Steering problems

197 complaints (18%) name the steering.

Complaints 197 · Usually at 3,000–54,000 miles · Recall 19V383000

4

Electrical problems

164 complaints (15%) name the electrical system, most often the 12v / 24v / 48v battery and speedometer / odometer.

Complaints 164 · Usually at 2,000–21,000 miles · Recall 19V383000

Which parts fail most

Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.

Steering 18%
Engine 11%
Unknown or Other 9%
Brakes 9%
Airbags 7%
Communication Systems 3%
Wipers and Visibility 2%

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (300 of 1,106). The amber line is the middle value, about 13,000 miles.

When problems were reported

Complaints by the year the problem happened.

2019 Honda CR-V recalls

Front passenger

The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash. Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK.

Recall 26V332000 · May 2026

Fuel pump

Can stall

The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD.

Recall 23V858000 · Dec 2023

Buckle assembly

A manufacturing issue with the front seat belts may cause the seat belt buckle channel to interfere with the release button, preventing the seat belt buckle from latching. An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD, LD9.

Recall 23V158000 · Mar 2023

Fuel pump

Can stall

The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.

Recall 21V215000 · Mar 2021

Rear subframe bolts may loosen

Crash risk

The rear subframe bolts were improperly made and can loosen over time. If the subframe separates, handling worsens and the vehicle can suddenly become disabled, raising the risk of a crash.

Fix: The dealer will inspect the rear subframe bolts and retorque or replace them as needed, at no cost to you.

Recall 19V865000 · Dec 2019

Owners / service / other manual

The owner's guide incorrectly describes when the "Passenger Airbag Off" indicator should illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." If the front passenger does not correctly understand how the airbag functions, they may be at an increased risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.

Fix: Honda will notify owners and provide a sticker with the correct information to be added to the owner's guide, free of charge.

Recall 19V694000 · Sep 2019

Fuel tank weld may fail, leaking fuel

Fire risk

A weld joining the fuel tank to the vapor return line may not have been done properly, so it can break. A broken weld can leak fuel, which raises the risk of a fire if it meets an ignition source.

Fix: The dealer will replace the fuel tank at no cost to you.

Recall 19V569000 · Aug 2019

Steering wheel / handle bar, Inflator module

The metal core of the steering wheel may have burrs which can damage the harnesses routed within, potentially disabling the driver's air bag or causing it to deploy without warning. In the event of a crash, a disabled air bag would increase the risk of injury. An uncommanded deployment of the driver's air bag also increases the risk of injury and a crash.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover on the steering wheel core and replace clockspring and the harnesses within, free of charge.

Recall 19V383000 · May 2019
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CR-V years to avoid

Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.

2018 CR-V 2,158
2017 CR-V 1,774
2019 CR-V 1,106
2008 CR-V 962
2015 CR-V 672
2014 CR-V 587
2011 CR-V 554
2023 CR-V 516
2010 CR-V 481
2012 CR-V 403
2016 CR-V 394
2024 CR-V 392
2009 CR-V 386
2013 CR-V 382
2020 CR-V 355
2021 CR-V 335
2022 CR-V 265
2025 CR-V 258
2026 CR-V 154

2019 Honda CR-V problems by system

Common questions

Is the 2019 Honda CR-V a reliable year?

It's one of the worst years for the CR-V. Owners have filed 1,106 complaints with NHTSA, the 3rd most of 19 CR-V model years. The most reported problems involve the emergency braking system, fuel system and steering.

What are the most common 2019 Honda CR-V problems?

Owners most often report problems with the emergency braking system, fuel system, steering and electrical system. 299 complaints (27%) name the emergency braking system, most often the automatic emergency braking and warnings.

At what mileage do 2019 Honda CR-V emergency braking system problems start?

Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 14,000–37,000 miles, with a middle value near 23,000 miles.

How many recalls does the 2019 Honda CR-V have?

8. Front passenger (26V332000); Fuel pump (23V858000); Buckle assembly (23V158000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Should I buy a used 2019 Honda CR-V?

Ask for service records covering the emergency braking system, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2026, 2025 and 2022 models, which have the fewest complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.