Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

2017 Honda CR-VRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls and 1,779 owner complaints for the 2017 Honda CR-V. Most complaints involve engine (532) and electrical system (402). The EPA rates it 27–30 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
27–30mpg
EPA · 4 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
7campaigns
Latest May 2026
Owner complaints
1,779
Top: engine
Fuel cost / yr
$2,150est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

7 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Air bags: front passenger

Free remedy

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.

Air bagsReported May 22, 2026NHTSA 26V332000

Fuel system

Free remedy

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Fuel system, gasolineReported Dec 19, 2023NHTSA 23V858000

Equipment: labels

Free remedy

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017, 2020, and 2022 CR-V vehicles. The certification label on the driver's side door states incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), and tire size information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

EquipmentReported Jul 27, 2023NHTSA 23V524000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 3, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

1,779 complaints filed with NHTSA · Mar 2017 – Oct 2026
  1. Engine532
  2. Electrical system402
  3. Fuel/propulsion system349
  4. Forward collision avoidance283
  5. Service brakes172
  6. Power train144
  7. Steering66
  8. Electronic stability control (esc)54
  9. Vehicle speed control52

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each CR-V model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
1997108
1998143
1999137
2000139
2001152
2002527
2003494
2004501
2005479
2006398
2007887
2008962
2009386
2010481
2011555
2012403
2013382
2014588
2015673
2016395
20171,779
20182,163
20191,107
2020358
2021338
2022269
2023517
2024393
2025262
2026176
Crashes reported
42
Fires reported
4
Injuries reported
36
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 3, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Engine

532 reports8 crashes2 fires
“While driving my 2017 Honda CR-V EX in Aug 2026, The dashboard illuminated with multiple critical warning indicators, and diagnostic scanning pulled code P0304 (Cylinder 4 Misfire). This created an immediate safety hazard on the road. A certified technician confirmed a premature failure of the gasoline direct fuel injectors. This component failure matches widespread defects documented in Honda TSB 21-010. The sudden failure of these factory injectors poses an unreasonable risk of engine stalling and traffic collisions.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 27, 2026Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11774035

Electrical system

402 reports6 crashes
“[XXX] <[XXX]> 12:38 AM (0 minutes ago) to me 2017 Honda CR-V EX-L AWD, approximately 111,000 miles. While driving, my vehicle suddenly displayed multiple warnings and repeated beeping, including Hill Start Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Collision Mitigation System problems. The vehicle appeared to slow down and the brakes seemed to grab or engage unexpectedly, creating a risk of losing control or causing a collision with surrounding traffic. Startup stuttering has also occurred. The failed component is UNKNOWN. Possible causes include a malfunction in the ABS/VSA brake-control system, electronic parking brake, sensors, wiring, or electrical controls. A fuel-delivery or engine issue may explain the startup stuttering. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. The problem has not been confirmed or reproduced by a dealer or repair facility to my knowledge. An auto-parts store tested the battery, starter, and alternator, which reportedly passed. Honda advised that my VIN is not covered by a fuel-pump recall. A manufacturer inspection specifically addressing the braking issue is UNKNOWN. No police or insurance inspection is known to have occurred.…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 14, 2026Electrical system, Service brakes, Forward collision avoidanceODI 11771011

Fuel/propulsion system

349 reports2 crashes1 fire
“2017 Honda CR-V EX-L AWD, 1.5L turbo. Vehicle has experienced persistent rough running/idle, random misfires, and hesitation/jerking during acceleration. Genuine Honda OEM fuel injectors were replaced and the system was recalibrated, but the symptoms have persisted. Spark plugs have also previously been replaced. I became aware of NHTSA Recall 23V-858 involving fuel pump impeller failure in certain 2017–2022 Honda CR-V vehicles. Honda’s VIN-specific recall lookup currently shows no active recall for my vehicle. I am concerned that my vehicle may be experiencing a fuel-delivery problem similar to the condition addressed by Recall 23V-858 despite my VIN not being included in the recall population. The fuel pump has not yet been confirmed as the cause. I am submitting this complaint so the symptoms and VIN are documented and can be considered in determining whether vehicles outside the current recall population may experience a similar defect.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 19, 2026Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11765578
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 3, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

4 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
1.5L 4-cyl turbo · 2.4L 4-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 3, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
CR-V FWD
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
283430$2,150292
CR-V AWD
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
273329$2,200303
CR-V FWD
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive
263228$2,300312
CR-V AWD
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.4 L · All-Wheel Drive
253127$2,400328
  • CR-V FWD
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo
    28 city · 34 hwy · $2,150/yr
    30
    mpg comb.
  • CR-V AWD
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo
    27 city · 33 hwy · $2,200/yr
    29
    mpg comb.
  • CR-V FWD
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
    26 city · 32 hwy · $2,300/yr
    28
    mpg comb.
  • CR-V AWD
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
    25 city · 31 hwy · $2,400/yr
    27
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 3, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Honda CR-V SUV AWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
16.2%
Overall
5 / 5
Honda CR-V SUV FWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
16.3%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 3, 2026Vehicle 11032Vehicle 11023
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2017 CR-V questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Honda CR-V have?

7 safety recalls as of Nov 3, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2017 Honda CR-V problems?

Owners filed 1,779 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (532), electrical system (402), fuel/propulsion system (349). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2017 Honda CR-V get?

The EPA rates the 2017 Honda CR-V at 27–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).

How safe is the 2017 Honda CR-V?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2017 Honda CR-V 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 3, 2026