Window & Wiper complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 27 | 16% | 8,000 miles |
| 2025 | 36 | 14% | 15,000 miles |
| 2024 | 55 | 14% | 14,000 miles |
| 2023 | 28 | 5% | 11,000 miles |
| 2022 | 10 | 4% | 12,000 miles |
| 2021 | 10 | 3% | — |
| 2020 | 9 | 3% | 6,000 miles |
| 2019 | 24 | 2% | 8,000 miles |
| 2018 | 41 | 2% | 16,000 miles |
| 2017 | 35 | 2% | 12,000 miles |
| 2016 | 14 | 4% | 19,000 miles |
| 2015 | 19 | 3% | 17,000 miles |
| 2014 | 30 | 5% | 28,000 miles |
| 2013 | 14 | 4% | 5,000 miles |
| 2012 | 32 | 8% | 32,000 miles |
| 2011 | 9 | 2% | 15,000 miles |
| 2010 | 10 | 2% | 25,000 miles |
| 2009 | 10 | 3% | 55,000 miles |
| 2008 | 12 | 1% | 45,000 miles |
| 2007 | 21 | 2% | 78,000 miles |
| 2006 | 24 | 6% | 89,000 miles |
| 2005 | 31 | 6% | 96,000 miles |
| 2004 | 19 | 4% | 78,000 miles |
| 2003 | 20 | 4% | 102,000 miles |
| 2002 | 15 | 3% | 155,000 miles |
| 2001 | 8 | 6% | 156,000 miles |
| 2000 | 2 | 2% | 36,000 miles |
| 1998 | 4 | 3% | 34,000 miles |
| 1997 | 3 | 3% | 130,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact's wife owns a 2026 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at highway speeds, there was an abnormal sound of air coming from the window. The contact checked the windows to ensure that the windows were rolled up; however, the sound persisted. While at a stop, the contact stated that the panoramic sunroof shattered while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was taken to dealer where the contact was provided an estimate for the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 8,200.
The contact owns a 2026 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving, there was an abnormally loud noise followed by air rushing into the vehicle. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and inspected. Upon pulling back the sunroof cover, glass fell into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 7,340.
The contact owns a 2025 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while reversing out of the garage, the contact heard a loud explosion. After exiting the vehicle and inspecting it, the contact discovered that the small window near the rear passenger's side door had exploded and fractured into several pieces. The glass landed inside the cabin of the vehicle on the rear seats. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The dealer confirmed that the window needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 1,850. The VIN was unavailable.
The contact owns a 2025 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed in cold weather, the windshield wiper was activated, but the windshield wiper fluid failed to disperse and the windshield wiper failed to engage immediately. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and a second dealer, Hamilton Honda (655 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08691); however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact sent a letter to the manufacturer to notify them of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.
The contact owns a 2024 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V744000 (Steering), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the recall repair was completed; however, the failure occurred while driving. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and turning, the steering wheel made abnormal sounds, was sticking, and failed to return to center. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where the contact was informed that a diagnostic fee was required, and the contact was asked to sign a document. The contact declined to pay the fee or sign the document. Additionally, the contact stated that the windshield wipers were malfunctioning, intermittently moving past the windshield trim and failing to touch the glass while operational. The dealer was notified of the windshield wiper failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. …
The contact owns a 2024 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving 65-70 MPH, there was an abnormal thump coming from the vehicle and a windy sound. The driver became aware that the sunroof had shattered. The sunroof shade was closed at the time of the failure. The Police informed the contact that there was no object to impact the sunroof to cause the failure. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where pictures were taken and sent to a Honda representative and determined that the failure was due to normal wear and tear and a rock chip, which had caused the failure. The sunroof glass was ordered, but the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and was reviewing the case. The failure mileage was approximately 18,000.
The contact owns a 2023 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the driver's side mirror started to vibrate, making the rear-view image blurry. The contact stated that the passenger's side mirror was not shaking and provided a steady image while driving. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic to have the vehicle diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V174000 (Visibility). The failure mileage was approximately 20.
The contact owns a 2023 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, there was a loud explosion on the passenger's side of the vehicle. The contact discovered that the exterior passenger's side glass mirror had suddenly shattered. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact stated that no object had impacted the vehicle to cause the failure. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 11,000.
Related recalls (1)
Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2002-2006 CR-V vehicles. Moisture may enter the driver side power window master switch, causing the switch to fail or melt.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power window master switch and inspect the wiring harness for damage, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021.
Frequently asked questions
Which Honda CR-V years have window & wiper problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2024 (55), 2018 (41), 2025 (36), 2017 (35) and 2012 (32) model years. Window & Wiper complaints make up 14% of all complaints for the 2024.
Is there a recall for Honda CR-V window & wiper problems?
Yes — 1 recall, including 20V-768 (power window devices and controls, Dec 10, 2020). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Honda CR-V window & wiper problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 49,000 miles; 62% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the sun/moon roof assembly (44 mentions), followed by the power window devices and controls (41).
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.