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2019 Honda CR-VRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls and 1,107 owner complaints for the 2019 Honda CR-V. Most complaints involve forward collision avoidance (299) and steering (198). The EPA rates it 27–30 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
27–30mpg
EPA · 4 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
8campaigns
Latest May 2026
Owner complaints
1,107
Top: forward collision avoidance
Fuel cost / yr
$2,150est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

8 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

Seat belts: buckle assembly

Free remedy

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2020 CR-V, 2018-2019 Accord and Accord Hybrid, 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019 Insight, and 2019-2020 Acura RDX vehicles. A manufacturing issue with the front seat belts may cause the seat belt buckle channel to interfere with the release button, preventing the seat belt buckle from latching.

Seat beltsReported Mar 9, 2023NHTSA 23V158000
See all 8 recalls with remedies
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 3, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

1,107 complaints filed with NHTSA · Dec 2018 – Oct 2026
  1. Forward collision avoidance299
  2. Steering198
  3. Electrical system164
  4. Fuel/propulsion system143
  5. Fuel system, gasoline119
  6. Engine112
  7. Service brakes99
  8. Air bags79
  9. Communication38

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.

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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
31
Fires reported
2
Injuries reported
35
Deaths reported
1
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

Forward collision avoidance

299 reports7 crashes
“I was driving about 20-25 mph. There was absolutely nothing in front of me and my car came to a dead stop, the brake warning light came up on the screen and I hit my head off the steering wheel. Then the warning went away and I drove the last 2 minutes home.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 13, 2026Forward collision avoidanceODI 11770810

Steering

198 reports2 crashes
“The steering wheel is glitchy. Caused by electronic steering module. Honda has recall for this in newer models. It’s a problem with 2019 as well. Very dangerous and likely to cause a wreck. It is happening every time we drive. Steering sticks.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 22, 2026SteeringODI 11773091

Electrical system

164 reports2 crashes
“My wife is handicapped and I was parked in a handicapped spot at Walmart's when we pulled out on the road I reached up and removed the handicapped placard and it pulled the wiring loose and the computer went crazy nothing worked the brakes wouldn't stop the car I couldn't change gears I finally got it to the Honda dealer and was told that the interior harness was pulled loose and that had happened to other customers they replaced the harness and installed a plastic shield over the wiring which should have been do when manufactured or recalled .It was a very scary situation when you are in 55 mph traffic i”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 29, 2026Electrical systemODI 11767922
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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$2,200302
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.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
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
16.4%
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
16.4%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 3, 2026Vehicle 14027Vehicle 14026
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

2019 CR-V questions

How many recalls does the 2019 Honda CR-V have?

8 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 2019 Honda CR-V problems?

Owners filed 1,107 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are forward collision avoidance (299), steering (198), electrical system (164). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2019 Honda CR-V get?

The EPA rates the 2019 Honda CR-V at 27–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).

How safe is the 2019 Honda CR-V?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2019 Honda CR-V 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 3, 2026