2024 Honda CR-V: Reliability, Recalls, Known Issues & Cost to Own

Data last updated 2026-07-04 · sources listed throughout · based on public NHTSA data

All-new sixth-gen CR-V earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+ and praise for its roomy, upscale cabin and efficient hybrid. Early build shows phantom-braking, wiper-coverage and isolated fuel-injector/engine complaints. Low repair costs and 250k-mile durability keep it a strong buy. 4 known issue patterns are documented below, with frequency and the mileage windows where they typically appear. New, the 2024 Honda CR-V ranged from $29,500 to $34,660 depending on trim (base MSRP, before options and destination).

8/10

Strong track record

Sources (2)

thedrive.comhttps://www.thedrive.com/car-reviews/2023-honda-cr-v-hybrid-review-specs-pric…
api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=honda&model=cr-v&mo…

Known issues

Engine and fuel-system failures reported at low mileage, including fuel-injector failure, overheating with coolant loss, and isolated catastrophic engine failures.

occasional · 15 NHTSA complaints · engine
Forward-collision braking (CMBS) can engage with no obstacle present ("phantom braking"), causing sudden unexpected deceleration.

occasional · 18 NHTSA complaints · brake
Panoramic sunroof glass reported to spontaneously shatter while driving with no external impact.

isolated · 8 NHTSA complaints · body
Windshield wiper and washer coverage complaints, driver-side wiper fails to clear the full sweep, washer spray misses one side, and the rear camera blacks out in wet or hot weather.

commonly reported · 25 NHTSA complaints · other

Based on public NHTSA complaint data and AI synthesis: patterns, not guarantees.

Sources (1)

api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=honda&model=cr-v&mo…

Recalls & safety

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Pros & cons

Pros

Strong, refined hybrid powertrain with good fuel economy
Upscale, modern cabin with an improved infotainment system
IIHS Top Safety Pick+ with standard Honda Sensing driver aids
Class-leading rear legroom and generous cargo space

Cons

Real-world fuel economy can fall short of EPA estimates
Reduced center-console and interior storage versus the previous generation
Early-build driver-assist and visibility quirks (phantom braking, wiper coverage)
Some desirable features are locked to the top trims

Trims & original pricing

Trim	Original base MSRP	New today	Engine	MPG
LX	$29,500	$30,920	1.5L turbo I4	—
EX	$32,010	$33,150	1.5L turbo I4	—
EX-L	$34,660	$35,400	1.5L turbo I4	—

Prices are base MSRP for each trim's standard configuration. Options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.

Sources (3)

iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/2024-honda-cr__v-price
fueleconomy.govhttps://www.fueleconomy.gov/ws/rest/vehicle/menu/options?year=2024&make=Honda…
iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/honda-cr-v-price

Depreciation

2024 entry trim from new same model bought new today

Move your cursor along the line to see the estimated value for any year.

Curve anchored at the entry-trim base MSRP ($29,500). Higher trims started higher (up to $34,660), and options added more.

Curve outlook: a typical 2024 loses roughly another 9% of its value over the next 3 years. These are estimates from public data, not a market-price claim.

Sources (2)

caredge.comhttps://caredge.com/honda/cr-v/depreciation
iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/honda-cr-v/resale-value

Cost to own

Routine maintenance	≈ $450–500/yr
Insurance (low tier)	≈ $1,900–2,000/yr

National-average estimates based on public data. Your costs vary by region, driver, and condition.

Sources (1)

caredge.comhttps://caredge.com/honda/cr-v/depreciation

Frequently asked questions

What problems does the 2024 Honda CR-V have?

Documented issue patterns include: Engine and fuel-system failures reported at low mileage, including fuel-injector failure, overheating with coolant loss, and isolated catastrophic engine failures; Forward-collision braking (CMBS) can engage with no obstacle present ("phantom braking"), causing sudden unexpected deceleration; Panoramic sunroof glass reported to spontaneously shatter while driving with no external impact; Windshield wiper and washer coverage complaints, driver-side wiper fails to clear the full sweep, washer spray misses one side, and the rear camera blacks out in wet or hot weather. Frequency is based on public NHTSA complaint data: patterns, not guarantees.

Is the 2024 Honda CR-V reliable?

How much did the 2024 Honda CR-V cost new?

Between $29,500 and $34,660 depending on trim. Those are base MSRPs for each trim's standard configuration; options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.

Is the Honda CR-V expensive to maintain?

Estimated routine maintenance runs about $450–500/year.

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