2005 Honda CR-V Problems and Repair Histories

Year	Make/Model	Trips/Year/100 Cars	Compared to all models for the same year
2005	Honda CR-V	28 CR-Vs, 9.5 months of data per CR-V, average 91400 miles41	Fewest Trips Most Trips	see reported repairs see lemon odds

Honda CR-V in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2008	56000		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	72000	1400	catastrophic failure in AC system compressor, fouled rest of system with metal shavings
Nov	2009			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in Virginia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2009	26000		First odometer entry
Jun	2012	53000	880	replace rotors and brakes on all four wheels
Mar	2013	63000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2008	50000		First odometer entry
Sep	2008	51000	10	Headlight bulbs burn out about every 6 months on this car. no visable signs of water intrusion
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in District of Columbia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2010	47000		First odometer entry
Mar	2010	47000	931	Had to replace actuator for the power locks. Brake pads replaced. Front rotors resurfaced, rear rotors replaced.
Jul	2011	54000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in Michigan, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2011	45000		First odometer entry
Jun	2012	55000	120	Replaced rear pads & Rotors.
Mar	2013	56000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2011	54000		First odometer entry
Jan	2012	62000	120	Power door locks were malfunctioning.
May	2012	67000	350	The ball joints on the front passenger's and driver's sides were cracked.

 

Honda CR-V in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2011	35000		First odometer entry
Oct	2011	42000	0	Drivers seat belt not retracting fully or not retracting all the way. Honda warrants there seat belts and related items for the life of the vehicle(no mileage or age limit set).
Dec	2011	44000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2011	54000		First odometer entry
Oct	2011	56000	397	OBD code P0135. Oxygen Sensor Bank 1 failed.
Mar	2013	60000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2008	28000		First odometer entry
Jun	2012	64000	140	One power door lock was malfunctioning. Actuator was replaced.
Apr	2013	71000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in Oregon, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2012	116000		First odometer entry
Oct	2012	118000	0	whining, gear noise ... possibly indicative of misaligned gears according to honda forum. Corroborated by 3 individual mechanics - one of which was a transmission specialist. broken motor mount

 

Honda CR-V in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2010		455	replace driver passenger window regulator
Mar	2013	102000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in Alberta, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2007		0	Sunroof Switch light burned out, replaced switch, no charge.

 

Honda CR-V in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008		200	Front Strut Failure

 

Honda CR-V in Vermont, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2012	89000		First odometer entry
Nov	2012	99000	172	Replaced anti-sway bar and suspension linkage

 

Honda CR-V in Connecticut, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2009	50000		First odometer entry
Jun	2011	75000	730	Brake pads and rotors replaced on all 4 wheels Rear right bearings went bad causing significant noise - had to be replaced
Mar	2013	102000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2010	70000		First odometer entry
Jan	2011	70000	0	Abs senser failed causing the system not to work
Aug	2011	85000	0	corrosion of power steering fitting causing a leak. hose had to be replaced
Sep	2011	85000	0	converter pipe flange weld broke

 

Honda CR-V in Connecticut, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2008	17000		First odometer entry
Jun	2009	20000	240	Noisy rear rotor. Dealer said it was harmless. Goodyear, installing new tires, said many OE rotors are "too light," my left rotor had a deeply rusted spot and replacement of rear rotors was optional functionally but would eliminate annoying noise.
Mar	2011	32000	0	Heat shield rattled. Mech removed and discarded for no charge.
Oct	2012	41300	499	Needed rear pads and rotors plus scheduled maintenance
Jan	2013	42700	300	Replace drive belt and tensioner assembly
Apr	2013	44000	350	Front pads and rotors

 

Honda CR-V in South Dakota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2008	38000		First odometer entry
Apr	2009	60000	50	Leaking rear shock/strut R&R rear strut
Sep	2009	71000	50	Electric window regulator broken on driver's side Replacement of window requlator on driver side
Aug	2010	89000	176	Ordered driver's seat belt Driver's window would not close all the way all of the time. Dealer cleaned and lubed window regulator. Dealer reset Maintenance required light which was flashing on startup Dealer replaced dome light bulb Dealer replaced seat belt paid for on previous trip.
Sep	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2008	45000		First odometer entry
Dec	2008	48000	0	first heat selectors for head or feet or both did not work.  2nd issue if stereo had any bass at all there was a bad buzzing from the dashboard. Caliper stuck and burned up brakes. Replaced caliper and pads.
Sep	2009	57000	70	had both a headlight and a taillight that needed to be replaced
Nov	2009	58000	690	when I had tires rotated at tire place they told me I needed brakes so I took it to my regular mechanic who agreed and did the job
Jun	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in Oaxaca, Mexico
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2008	45880		First odometer entry
Aug	2008	47120	1000	Replaced brake pads, turned rotors. Shocks worn out. Broken engine mounts.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2009	47000		First odometer entry
Jan	2010	48000	0	Mushy brakes. Brake fluid exchange + new disc pads. Rotors turned.
Sep	2010	55000	225	Brakes were wearing out, needed replacement (front).
Dec	2010	62000	125	Clunky brakes. Brakes seem to be a weak link w/ Honda's. Replaced brakes w/ superior aftermarket brakes.
Sep	2011	71000	100	Disc & pad replacement, all 4 wheels, flushed brake fluid, replaced power steering fluid. Fuel injection service. Four new tires. Alignment.
Dec	2011	75000	0	Squeaks in brakes under partial applilcation. New pads, rotors, & lubed the calipers. Independent repair shop specializing on brakes & suspensions.
Jan	2012	76000	200	Serpentine belt tensioner bearing wore out. Also replaced belt. Brake fluid & power steering fluid flush.
Jun	2012	81000	100	New battery
Dec	2012	90000	700	Control arms went bad. Cheap Honda!! At 90,000 miles, we are on our third set of brakes. Heard that brakes are a WEAK part of Hondas. Now I know.
Mar	2013	92000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in Missouri, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2010	86000		First odometer entry
Apr	2010	88000	0	VTEC SENSOR THREW A CODE - CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, SLUGGISH DURING ACCEL, ETC. VTEC SYSTEM NOT WORKING BUT DRIVEABLE. SHOP LOOKED UP THE CODE AND RESET THE SYSTEM AND ISSUE DIDN'T RETURN. NO CHARGE AS WE ARE GOOD CUSTOMERS AT THIS SHOP.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2010	73000		First odometer entry
Oct	2010	73000	1000	Engine light coming on intermittently, engine rpm increasing at stops, hard to start sometimes, oil disappearing, but no sign of leak or engine use. Felt car unsafe told all past repairs were normal got rid of car bought Ford. Also: bad wheel bearing, clunking noise from rear of car, some link on front suspension having to do with wheel was bad and making noise and would fail soon.  And: Bad speed sensor.

 

Honda CR-V in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008	54000		First odometer entry
Sep	2010	99000	100	old car, 100,000 miles. it squeaks and rattles. nothing major.
Apr	2012	119300	0	About 3 ultimately unsuccessful attempts were made to repair the wiring for the headlights between June 2011 and April 2012. I gave up because every mechanic visit to repair is a lot more time and money consuming than changing the bulbs.
Jun	2012	122000	300	Brakes changed. ongoing issue with the electrical system attaching to headlights. bulbs burn out after a few weeks. changed 6 sets of bulbs since 2011 june.
Nov	2012	127000	0	The transmission needed to be replaced. But I did not want to pay for such a large repair on an old car.

 

Honda CR-V in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2011	50000		First odometer entry
Mar	2011	52000	250	Brakes squeaking and needed to be replaced. Had to bring it back 2 times to get it right, but each return trip was free.
Sep	2012	74000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in Arizona, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2009	50000		First odometer entry
Jun	2010	75000	250	Rotors warped. They were turned. New front brakes installed.
Mar	2011	91000	200	Motor mount replaced. 90,000 maintenance performed.
Sep	2011	101000	200	AC did not work because of slow idle. Throttle body and intake system dirty. System was cleaned and problem was solved.
Jan	2012	107000	800	Catalytic converter was replaced.
Nov	2012	121000	400	Rotor and brake repair
Dec	2012	122000	300	Front control arm bushings
Mar	2013	124000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2006		0	right front rim cracked at the weld and caused a slow leak
Feb	2008	100000	0	Inside weld on steel wheel cracked and allowed a slow leak - flat within 12 hours. This is the second cracked weld on a wheel with this vehicle since purchased new 31 months ago.
Jul	2008	116000	200	2 of the steel rims had interior cracks in the welds and allowed slow air leaks. This now makes all four rims with the exact same problem. Three different independent tire shops said it is not an unusual problem for Hondas.
May	2011	188000	2900	transmission and AWD unit failed. Dealer said they would have to order parts and it would take a week to 10 days to receive. Quoted double the amount of trans shop that repaired the problem. replacement of struts and motor mounts at the same time as transmission and AWD unit replaced
Sep	2011	194000	575	replaced rear axle bushings, rear differential gear set
Dec	2012	222000	857	four wheel drive unit needed adjustment, fluid replaced per recall notice
Mar	2013	228000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Honda CR-V in Slovak Republic
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2011	71300		First odometer entry
Oct	2012	83880	370	Alternator failed without any warning.
Mar	2013	88040		Most recent odometer entry.