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2006 Honda CR-V problems
Owners filed 398 complaints about the 2006 Honda CR-V with NHTSA between Mar 2006 and Jun 2025. The most-cited component is exterior lighting (118).
Complaints
398
Filed with NHTSA
Crashes
27
Reported by owners
Fires
16
Reported by owners
Injuries
22
People reported injured
Deaths
0
Reported to NHTSA
Complaints by component
One complaint can cite several components
- Exterior lighting118
- Electrical system75
- Air bags74
- Power train25
- Suspension20
- Service brakes20
- Electronic stability control (esc)18
- Steering17
- Structure16
- Vehicle speed control15
- Visibility15
- Engine and engine cooling12
- Engine11
- Seat belts10
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 27, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
When complaints were filed
Does it get worse with age? Complaints per calendar year filed
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| Model year | Complaints filed per calendar year |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 33 |
| 2011 | 37 |
| 2012 | 48 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 35 |
| 2016 | 56 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 3 |
Mileage at failure isn’t a structured field in NHTSA complaint data, so we don’t chart it. Some owners mention it in their reports below.
Top problems in owners’ words
Verbatim from NHTSA complaints, newest first
Exterior lighting
118 reports
“The contact owns a 2006 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH at night, the driver's side low beam headlight had failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that the high-beam headlights operated as needed; however, the driver's side low-beam headlight was inoperable. The contact stated that no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local mechanic who replaced the driver's side headlight bulb. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that the failure had become a recurring failure and had recently occurred to the passenger’s side low beam headlight. The contact researched online and became aware of similar failures with other vehicles. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.”
Electrical system
75 reports11 fires2 related recalls
“The Vechile Stability Assist (VSA) light came on and took it too my Honda mechanic and confirmed that the Anti-lock Brake System(ABS) module needs to be replaced and this disabled the VSA. Parts+labor over $2,600+ to fix. Called the Manufacturer (Honda) and told me that I would have too first get it fixed and then submit the bill to them and they may reimburse me some of the cost or nothing. Since the ABS component controls brake and stability this a safety issue and therefore subject to a recall. I looked on the web and in the United Kingdom and Canada that Honda has paid in full. In the US, Honda doesn't consider it a defect and thus won't reimburse the owner's for fixing the vehicle. Once again because this an safety issue I believe that Honda should recall these vehicles and cost should be covered by Honda”
Air bags
74 reports16 crashes7 related recalls
“The contact owns a 2006 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification and post cards regarding Takata Air bags recall and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer and manufacturer were contacted.”
Power train
25 reports1 crash
“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”
Suspension
20 reports1 related recall
“I purchased my vehicle used in 2019 and immediately noticed a loud creaking noise from the front passenger area, especially in colder weather when driving over bumps at low speeds. By 2024, the noise became louder, more frequent, and occurred in all temperatures. In October 2024, I lost control of my vehicle and nearly flipped. Warning lights briefly appeared, indicating possible suspension issues, but they disappeared before I could diagnose the problem. Unfortunately, I had no choice but to continue driving despite the safety risk. In February 2025, I had a flat tire on the front passenger side and discovered it was nearly bald—far more worn than the other tires of the same age. Upon removal, it became clear that the front lower control arm was in a dangerously unnatural state and needed replacement. I recalled seeing a 2012 recall for this exact part in my Honda account, but when I entered my VIN, it stated the recall didn’t apply—likely due to age rather than the actual defect. This is a life-or-death issue that could easily lead to a fatal crash. Honda must address this immediately.”
Service brakes
20 reports2 crashes
“Vehicle brakes come on spontaneously while driving, during acceleration in 1st, 2nd and 3rd gear. Seems to be a part of the ABS/VSA system faulty engagement (Anti-Lock Brakes System/Vehicle Stability Assist) since the VSA warning light come on during the fault. Causes vehicle to brake, jerk and buck in middle of road. Almost got rear-ended on several occasions. Car stalls in middle of roadway. Disfunctional safety system failing to work properly. Intermittent problem that has occurred several time in the past year. Local dealer was "not able" to diagnose the problem despite inspection and problem issue report.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 27, 2026
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.