2021 Honda CR-V HybridRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

“The steering wheel sticks/binds while driving at highway speeds (sticky steering). It feels like it gets stuck in the center position and requires extra force to move, causing sudden jerky corrections. Dealer states my 2021 Honda CR-V is not included in Recall 24V-744/NTHSA Action Number EA23003, despite having the exact same defect and safety hazard as 2023-2025 models.”

“On the morning of Thursday, October 22, 2026, I was driving east through an intersection in Springfield, MO (where I had the green light and did not need to stop first), when the Automatic Emergency Braking system malfunctioned and slammed on the brakes. Facing west, in the south-bound turn lane, was a truck at a full stop and NOT in my lane. I believe this to be a dangerous malfunction of the Automatic Emergency Braking system. I was thankful that I was not rear-ended while stopped suddenly in the intersection. That could have caused other collisions and resulting injury or death. This was the first and only time that I have experienced this malfunction. A call to my Honda dealer has not been returned. The vehicle has not been subsequently inspected. I did not see or hear any symptoms of the problem prior to the malfunction.”

“I was recently informed that my request was denied because my vehicle is currently at 160,000 miles, which exceeds the 150,000-mile threshold. However, I would like to clarify the timeline of events regarding this issue: - Prior to reaching my current mileage, I brought my vehicle into the dealership for inspection. At that time, the head gasket issue was not identified by the service department, and I was instead advised to replace the fuel injectors. - Seeking a second opinion, an independent mechanic subsequently identified the problem as a failing head gasket. - Following the release of the service bulletin in August 2026, I brought the vehicle back to the dealership in September after noticing driving issues, at which point the dealership confirmed the head gasket failure. Given that I initially brought the vehicle in with symptoms prior to reaching 150,000 miles, I respectfully ask that you re-evaluate my cas”