2007 Honda CR-V Engine Problems

Which parts fail

• Cooling system
  2
• Engine
  2
• Exhaust system
  1

Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).

Mileage when the problem started

• Under 25k
  729%
• 25k–50k
  28%
• 50k–75k
  14%
• 75k–100k
  521%
• 100k–150k
  833%
• 150k+
  14%

Owner reports

Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2007 Honda CR-V owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).

The contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while attempting to shift into gear, the vehicle was shaking and difficult to shift into gear. The engine and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V395000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.

My catalytic converter was stolen when my car was parked. Honda owners has been targeted for its catalytic converters, and there are numerous reports of Honda's cats being stolen. Honda has a major defect where it makes it easier for thieves to steal the cat in minutes. There are 3 major flaws with the product. 1) Hondas don't automatically come with a cat converter steel shield, cage, or other protector to make them harder to steal. 2) Hondas don't install their cat in the engine compartment like other car manufacturers to deter theft. 3) Honda's cat contains valuable materials, which is why they are targeted. Other car brands tend to have less valuable catalysts so thieves are not incentivized to steal them. Because there are many cats being stolen, there is a shortage to replace them, and car owners have to wait weeks to months to get their cat replaced. …

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-v. While driving at an unknown speed, the engine stalled and caught fire. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The contact extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Honda CR-v. While driving 20 MPH, the vehicle decelerated and lost power. As a result, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the contact's vehicle. The contact felt ill and drowsy prior to the crash. The air bags did not deploy. The contact suffered neck and back injuries, which required medical attention. A police report was filed. The dealer was not contacted for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that a new bumper was needed and the rear passenger side tail light needed repairing. The body damage was repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown. (just a side not carfax's year is 2007,)

Purchased the 2017 CR-v in October 2017. Noticed gasoline odor exists in engine oil during a routine self-checking prior to the 1st oil change on May 19, 2018. Mentioned to Honda dealership service representative (livermore Honda in california), but the dealership representative said it is not an issue. Base on the vehicle maintenance minder, the oil life is at 40% as of first week of October, I notice the gasoline odor, again, presents in the engine oil again. Although the engine is currently in working condition, it seems the gasoline odor presents in engine oil is unusual.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-v. While the contact's daughter was driving 35 MPH, the steering wheel failed to move and there was power steering fluid leaking from the vehicle. Additionally, the vehicle stalled. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the power steering and rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was 123,266.

I came out of work and started my car. It smelled horrible, like an electrical fire. I brought it to my Honda dealership and they said it is the clutch mechanism. The A/C compressor failed and it is going to cost $1600 to fix. This was legitimately out of nowhere with no issue up until this point in time and it took me completely by surprise. Upon looking online, there are several reports of similar situations. A recall really should be done. This is an extremely expensive repair for owners to be burdened with.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-v. While driving 40 MPH and approaching a stop, the vehicle lost power without warning. The failure occurred intermittently. The contact pulled the vehicle over and had it towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic repaired the starter and starter relay, but the failure recurred. Multiple unknown dealers were contacted, but diagnostic testing was not provided. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 107,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-v. While parking the vehicle, the gear system failed causing the key not to release from the ignition switch. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed however a failure code was not found. The vehicle was repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000. ..updated 05/19/15 updated 10/3/2017

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-v. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle shuddered and vibrated without warning. The vehicle was taken to don jacobs Honda (2699 regency rd, lexington, ky 40503, [phone]) where the oil, plates, and rear differential were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

Engine complaints in other CR-V years