Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (automatic and manual transmissions, CVT, axles, driveshaft, 4WD/AWD).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2006 Honda CR-V owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The car shakes at low speeds. Vibration and shaking to whole car affecting traction and everyone in car feels the shaking. Feels like transmission is slipping in low gears. Only at lower speeds and not at high speeds. I bought it used this year, and the problem seems to be getting worse. Well maintained crv automatic, AWD, 115,000. Really hope I can get it fixed with paying for a transmission. I thought it was the AWD traction, but it seems to be a common complaint.
Came to complete stop breaks got hard steering wheel locked up,would not disengage until I took my foot off the break pedal made an appointment yuma Honda to check the car,they could not find anything wrong with it.next went out test drive the car.t was going across a city street four lain road, when the beaks got had an the steering wheel would not move,I'm taking the car in again to have checked
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Honda CR-v. When the vehicle was started while in park, it accelerated without warning and the brake warning indicator illuminated. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 101,000.
My 2006 CR-v shudders at around 40 MPH. It did the same 3 years ago and Honda charged me $1200+ to fix the torque converter (@ 107,000 miles). Now it is doing ti again at 162,000 miles. It seems it is a design flaw. Shouldn't Honda do something other than make more money on me?
Honda 2006 CR-v transmission problem. Transmission had to be replaced. After discovering the problem, the problem became severe within 3 weeks. Honda overcharged for the transmission repair and replaced the transmission with a rebuilt transmission rather than a new one. After reading the Honda complaints site, I discovered that Honda owners who have had their transmissions replaced are having problems with the replaced transmissions too. Also, the repair cost me $2,358.81 after Honda supposedly contributed $1,500 to the repair. This cost is more than I would have paid if I had taken the car to an independent transmission shop for repair. I have never had transmission problems with any other car I have owned, including my Toyota camry, which had 279,000 miles on it when it was rear ended and totaled by a Ford 150.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Honda CR-v lx. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the steering wheel and the front end of the vehicle began to shake violently. The failure recurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the main shaft and counter shaft speed was inconsistent. The technician informed the contact that the torque converter would need to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 72,600. Updated 10/17/12 the consumer stated the manufacturer was notified and did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was due to be repaired on 10/10/2012 at a cost of about 1300.00. Updated 10/24/2012
2006 Honda, CR-v. Rear differential making noise, at slowed speeds while turning. Checked owners manual, it states to change at 90,000 miles. Checked on-line to see if this was a common complaint. Couldn't believe there is an actual service bulletin out for this and no notification from the dealership I bought it from or the dealership where I've had my oil changes done at. Really disappointed that I have to pay to replace the fluids so I don't have damage done to my car. Why is Honda not notifying there loyal customers about this problem, maybe covering the cost to replace the fluids that are "just breaking down prematurely" I bought my Honda because of the reputation.
My Honda CR-v is making a loud chattering noise during low-speed cornering. The gears in the differential need reground. My Honda dealership says it is my fault and will not cover it under warranty. From the sound and the feel of the problem, I will soon be stranded along the highway. The dealership in hanover, pa where I purchased the car new, told me that I let the oil get too low and ruined the gears. I immediately took the vehicle to the place where I normally get my service. I crawled under the vehicle with them and they showed me that the differential was full of clean oil and properly serviced.
On a 200 mile trip the air conditioner/ compressor locked up. I had just completed the 100,000 mile scheduled service which included the drive belt replacement. I was able to drive the vehicle back home as long as I didn't attempt to use the A/C or defroster. Obviously Honda has a problem with the compressors they are using in there vehicles. Hopefully dot will investigate the faulty equipment. My sister in law has also replaced two compressors in her 2006 Honda crv at lower mileage intervals. No more hondas for me!
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Honda CR-v. The contact stated that when driving and attempting a sharp turn, the vehicle would exhibit an unusually loud noise. She also noticed a shuddering noise from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility for an oil change and the contact was informed that the rear differential was defective. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The current and failure mileage was approximately 52,000.
Transmission complaints in other CR-V years
Frequently asked questions
How common are transmission problems on the 2006 Honda CR-V?
NHTSA has 25 complaints about the transmission & drivetrain of the 2006 Honda CR-V, 6% of the model year's 398 complaints. The component named most often is automatic transmission (6 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2006 Honda CR-V transmission problems?
No. NHTSA lists no transmission & drivetrain recall for the 2006 Honda CR-V, though it has 12 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2006 Honda CR-V transmission problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 67,000 miles, and 14% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 0 injuries to transmission & drivetrain problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.