2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid: problems, recalls and reliability
4 recalls and 27 owner complaints on record; most reports concern steering.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jun 2026
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“As we were driving on the freeway, our Rear window shattered on its own. You can hear like an explosion of glass. We checked our cameras and nothing was thrown to our car. It just completed shattered on its own and we are confused as to why. It is a huge safety concern as we had a minor in the car. We called Honda and they said that they could not do anything, which is upsetting considering that we have to pay out of pocket for something that may be a defect as it shattered on its own.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Jun 2025
“I parking my car in a parking spot at my work infront of a tree post the car jumped and hit the tree post by it self as crazy it sound I've never seen this before I was devastated. Scared I had called the insurance to tow the car to the Honda dealer and it's been sitting there for a month now to get the manufacturing Honda come look at it and no one had contacted me yet.”Owner report · Steering · Jun 2025
“The contact owns a 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V763000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 24V744000 (Steering); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.”Owner report · Steering · Mar 2025
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“I was involved in an accident in Delray Beach FL last night at approximately 8:15pm. I had the right of way as the left turn signal was showing at the traffic light.The other driver fled the scene. The police report is still in process and will be available in 2 days. The was extensive damage to the front of my car. The steering column air bag did NOT deploy. I was not able to send you a picture on this form. Is there anyway I can submit some photos to”Owner report · Air Bags · Feb 2025
“My sunroof is leaking, I've taken it to the dealer 3 times and this past weekend I noticed that my back door (the hatch door) leaks when it rains and when you take it through a car wash. the water comes in through the molding right above the back window and leaks down all through the car and out of the back door. I have videos and pictures that I can provide. When I take my car through the car wash the sunroof moved down and water squirts inside the car.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Jan 2025
“There were moments at certain speed like when I try to park at low speed or when I go down the hill at higher speed, the brake just doesn't work. More specifically, as I try to engage the brake, the brake pedal just loose all the way and the brake just not engage when the brake pedal at maximum. This happens 2-3 times already, and my car is new.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Jan 2025
“It has become increasingly more difficult to steer my car and I have sought repair from Honda for months to no avail. My brand new CRV is almost un-drivable and it is my only car.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Jan 2025
“The contact owns a 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, the fuel level fell from 40 percent to 30 percent. There was no indication of a fuel leak. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V763000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 700. VIN tool confirms parts not available.”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Dec 2024
“The contact owns a 2025 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving and making a right or left turn, the steering wheel was momentarily stiff. The local dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact recently received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V744000 (Steering); and related the failure with the recall. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 3,500. Parts distribution disconnect.”Owner report · Steering · Nov 2024
“Bought this brand new caw at freeman Honda is Dallas TX two recalls were issued before we bought car neither was fixed and the second recall is under a stop sale order and they still sold it to us on [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)”Owner report · Engine · Oct 2024
When filing, owners marked a crash in 5 of these complaints and injuries in 4 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 4 campaigns
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid, and 2025 Honda Civic and Civic Hybrid vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 20, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PJW.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025-2026 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the tire repair kit nozzle or sealant bottle, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in Fall 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is DOV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 11, 2026.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid vehicles. The fuel feed hose may have been improperly installed, allowing fuel to leak. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Remedy: Dealers will install a new fuel feed hose and connector cover, free of charge. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TLS.
How other years compare
Counts are not adjusted for time on the road here - see all CR-V Hybrid years ranked fairly for the age-adjusted comparison.
Check your exact CR-V Hybrid by VIN
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Is the 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid reliable?
NHTSA has 27 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns on record for the 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid. The most complained-about area is steering.
Does the 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid have open recalls?
4 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning steering. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.