The Lemon Index2024 Honda CR-V.
The 2024 Honda CR-V is so far worse than average by owner complaints: 481 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 139, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about steering, it has 5 recalls, and it gets 29 to 40 mpg combined. The best Honda CR-V year is 2001.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 481 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Honda CR-V year. 2024 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 3K to 21K miles on the car (49 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 5
- tires 2026
When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.
- tires 2026
When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.
- fuel system, gasoline 2024
The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel.
Show all 5 recalls
- steering 2024
The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
- tires 2024
The tire identification number (TIN) is missing the four-digit date code.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Honda told dealers about
Honda sent dealers 110 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Service Bulletin - While driving at highway speeds, customers may find that the steering wheel…
- Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc
- Dealer Message -American Honda Motor Co., Inc
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- ClosedMomentary increased steering effort2023–2025
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda CR-V SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Honda CR-V SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Honda CR-V HYBRID SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Honda CR-V HYBRID SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $1600–2200 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
All emergency warning lights from adaptive cruise control,Automatic brake system,lane keeping alert,Forward collision warning,etc. came up on the dasboard while driving and car losing power....
2024 Honda CR-V owner · NHTSA complaint 11653506
More owner reports
The steering is real jerky and hard to drive. The dealer said on 11/13 that it was unsafe to drive. Part is on back order. Now they say it might be April.
NHTSA complaint 11571164
Sticky steering wheel sound appear when park in and park out or make a right or left turn. Feeling heavier than normal.
NHTSA complaint 11603289
Quick answers
Is the 2024 Honda CR-V reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 1.4× the average car's complaints per car sold, against other 2024 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 139; 100 is average). The best Honda CR-V year by this measure since 2010 is 2011.
What are the most common 2024 Honda CR-V problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are steering (31%), automatic emergency braking (16%) and wipers & visibility (12%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2024 Honda CR-V have?
5 safety recalls (latest: tires). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Honda CR-V get?
29 to 40 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2024 Honda CR-V safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2024 Honda CR-V problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 3,500 and 21,500 miles. The middle report was at 8,000 miles, from 49 complaints.
Does the 2024 Honda CR-V have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2024 Honda CR-V cost in fuel a year?
About $1600 to $2200 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2024 Honda CR-V have?
1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl.
What Honda CR-V year is better than the 2024?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2011, 2010 and 2013.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works