Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise, lane keeping, backup camera).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2019 Honda CR-V owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the Collision Mitigation Braking System warning light illuminated; however, the closest vehicle to her vehicle was ten car lengths away; and there were no other vehicles nearby. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring intermittently while driving. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 4,000. Consumer stated since March 15, 2022 there have been three (3) additional incidents, activated the dash Emergency System braking notification and the audible alarm without reason. These occurred twice on March 17, 2002: one time traveling approximately 45 mph, and the second time traveling approximately 60 mph. …
The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that after stopping at a traffic signal, while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle accelerated to approximately 15 MPH, and then the vehicle independently stopped. The contact had not depressed the brake pedal however, the "Brake" warning light illuminated during the failure. The contact stated that there was no vehicle or object directly in front of the vehicle. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle and was able to continue driving. The contact stated that later while making a right turn onto a side street, the vehicle again stopped independently. The contact stated that she depressed the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle was able to move forward and gain forward momentum. The contact stated that the brake warning light was illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to a dealer. …
The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance Emergency Automatic Braking unexpectedly activated, causing the vehicle to abruptly stop in the middle of the road. The contact stated that during the failure there were no vehicles or objects nearby. There was another vehicle behind and was able to avoid crashing into the rear of the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The contact was informed of the NHTSA Action Number: EA24002 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 37,000.
The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving 50-55 MPH with no other vehicles nearby, the brake warning light illuminated and the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) engaged inadvertently, causing the vehicle to come to a complete stop. The contact stated that she depressed the accelerator pedal and resumed normal driving. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving on another occasion. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the failure could not be replicated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Action Number: EA24002 (Forward Collision Avoidance). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.
The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the Automatic Emergency Braking System erroneously activated, causing the vehicle to abruptly stop in the middle of the road. During the failure, there were no other vehicles or objects nearby the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact stated that the failure had previously occurred, and the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact was made aware of NHTSA Action Number: EA24002 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE) and related the failure to the NHTSA Action Number. The failure mileage was 25,000. The VIN was not available.
The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while his wife was driving and the vehicle was idling at a stop light, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the Forward Collision Avoidance: Emergency Automatic Braking inadvertently engaged without warning. The contact then stated that the auto braking released, and the vehicle performed as designed. The contact stated that no objects were nearby to cause the feature to be activated. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer where the cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.
The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving approximately 22 MPH, the vehicle stalled abruptly. The contact stated that the brakes locked up. The contact stated she had traveled over a metal plate on the road several times previously. The contact waited for 4 to 5 seconds before the vehicle would move. The Forward Collision Assist Mitigation warning light was illuminated. There was a loud abnormal grinding noise detected. The contact called the local dealer but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact stated the failure was related to NHTSA Action Number: PE22003 (Forward Collision Avoidance). The failure mileage was 57,370.
The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH with her grandchild in the vehicle, the collision mitigation braking system (CMBS) engaged abruptly, nearly causing a crash. The brake warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that there were no objects or vehicles nearby the vehicle at the time of the failure. The contact stated that the failure recurred on two occasions. The dealer was notified of the failure and an appointment was scheduled for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000.
The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the Forward Collision Avoidance: Emergency Automatic Braking engaged and almost stopped the vehicle. They remained driving during the failure. The brake warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no additional assistance was provided. The contact stated the failure was related to NHTSA Action Number: PE22003 (Forward Collision Avoidance). The approximate failure mileage was 19,000 The VIN was not available.
The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle made a sudden stop without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer adjusted the camera and the ACC/CMBS system was updated. The contact also stated while driving 40 MPH, he noticed the instrument panel light was not illuminated. The contact was able to drive to his destination. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle and the instrument panel lights illuminated as designed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was unsure of the repair performed on the vehicle. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 15,000.
NHTSA investigations
Inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking
On February 21, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE22003) to assess reports of inadvertent activation of the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), an automatic emergency braking (AEB) system, in model year 2017-2019 Honda CR-V and 2018-2019 Honda Accord vehicles.
Inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking
On February 21, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE22003) to assess reports of inadvertent activation of the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), an automatic emergency braking (AEB) system, in model year 2017-2019 Honda CR-V and 2018-2019 Honda Accord vehicles.
Collision Avoidance complaints in other CR-V years
Frequently asked questions
How common are collision avoidance problems on the 2019 Honda CR-V?
NHTSA has 310 complaints about the driver assistance of the 2019 Honda CR-V, 28% of the model year's 1,106 complaints. The component named most often is automatic emergency braking (259 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2019 Honda CR-V collision avoidance problems?
No. NHTSA lists no driver assistance recall for the 2019 Honda CR-V, though it has 8 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 2019 Honda CR-V collision avoidance problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 25,000 miles, and 50% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 7 crashes, 0 fires and 17 injuries to driver assistance 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.