2007 Honda CR-V Reliability Report

NHTSA data as of Sep 17, 2026Published Oct 15, 2026

Good

Ranks 11th of 25 CR-V years we score.

Owner complaints: 887; 249 are recall notices
Per 10,000 cars: 27.8; 229,260 made for the U.S.
Vs the average car: 0.60×; same age, 1× is average
Serious outcomes: 113; crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
Recalls: 12
NHTSA crash rating: Not rated; no overall rating before 2011

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Should You Buy the 2007 Honda CR-V?

Yes, with the usual checks. Our reliability score for the 2007 Honda CR-V is 76 out of 100, which rates Good. Owners reported about half as many problems as for the average car of the same age. It ranks 11th of the 25 CR-V years we score.

The most reported problem is door lock actuators, mostly the system acting on its own (337 of 887 complaints). Owners also complain about the door latch or lock and the frame and body structure. 113 of the 887 complaints describe a serious outcome, such as a crash, a fire, an injury or stalling while driving.

It has 12 recalls. Honda also offers 2 warranty extensions that may still apply, for door lock actuators and a/C compressor clutch. For comparison, the 2008 scores 75.

Before you buy, check that the recalls were done, ask a Honda dealer about warranty extension 14-084 and get an independent inspection. The full checklist is at the end of this page.

Pros

Good reliability score of 76
About half the problems of the average car its age
Recent complaints at or below average
No do-not-drive or park-outside recalls

Cons

Door lock actuators: the system acting on its own337 complaints
Door latches: not opening or unlocking54 complaints
Frame or structure: parts breaking or coming apart29 complaints
First year of a new generation

How the 2007 CR-V Earned Its Score

Every model year starts at 100. Each part takes points away when this year has more problems than the average car of the same age. How we score

Score breakdown
Item	Vs average	Points lost
Starting score		100
Serious problems	0.38×	−6
Everyday problems	1.1×	−5
Problems in the last two years	0.35×	−4
Recalls	2.5×	−9
Score		76

What Owners Report

We read all 887 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Honda CR-V, one by one, and grouped them by the problem they describe. The most reported problems come first.

Door lock actuators: the system acting on its own
337 complaints (38%)
The system acting on its own, a feature that stopped working and not opening or unlocking. 21 of these 337 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often being stranded. In 5 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 38 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 84,000 miles.
Door latches: not opening or unlocking
54 complaints (6%)
Not opening or unlocking, a feature that stopped working and problems that come and go. 4 of these 54 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often being stranded. In 6 complaints, the problem came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 68,000 miles.
Frame or structure: parts breaking or coming apart
29 complaints (3%)
Parts breaking or coming apart, rust or corrosion and a failure. 15 of these 29 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a tow. In 4 complaints, the problem came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 189,000 miles.
Steering: a leak
16 complaints (2%)
A leak, a failure and unusual noises. 1 of these 16 complaints describes a serious outcome: a crash. Median mileage when it started: about 120,000 miles.
A/C compressor failure
14 complaints (2%)
A failure, a feature that stopped working and damage. 1 of these 14 complaints describes a serious outcome: a crash. Median mileage when it started: about 90,000 miles.
Unintended acceleration (cause not stated)
13 complaints (1%)
Sudden acceleration and surging. 10 of these 13 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often sudden acceleration or braking. In 3 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem. Median mileage when it started: about 50,000 miles.
Tire pressure monitoring: warning lights
12 complaints (1%)
Warning lights. In 3 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 3 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 100,000 miles.
Tires: early wear
12 complaints (1%)
Early wear, parts breaking or coming apart and insufficient traction. 3 of these 12 complaints describe a serious outcome. Median mileage when it started: about 50,000 miles.
Shifter or park: the car rolling away
12 complaints (1%)
The car rolling away, not releasing and a failure. 6 of these 12 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a crash. Median mileage when it started: about 120,000 miles.
AWD or rear differential: unusual noises
11 complaints (1%)
Unusual noises, vibration or shudder and pulling or wandering. 1 of these 11 complaints describes a serious outcome. In 4 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 5 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 28,000 miles.
Uneven tire wear: pulling or wandering
10 complaints (1%)
Pulling or wandering and early wear. 1 of these 10 complaints describes a serious outcome. In 7 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 5 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 19,000 miles.
Car not starting (cause not stated)
10 complaints (1%)
The car not starting, hard starting and problems that come and go. 3 of these 10 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a car that would not start. Median mileage when it started: about 60,000 miles.
Windshield wipers: works on and off
10 complaints (1%)
Problems that come and go, a feature that stopped working and the system acting on its own. 1 of these 10 complaints describes a serious outcome: loss of visibility. Median mileage when it started: about 78,000 miles.
Brakes: sticking or stiffness
9 complaints (1%)
Sticking or stiffness, damage and early wear. 1 of these 9 complaints describes a serious outcome: a crash. Median mileage when it started: about 45,000 miles.
Frontal airbags: no deployment in a crash
9 complaints (1%)
No deployment in a crash, deployment with no crash and incomplete deployment. Median mileage when it started: about 54,000 miles.

Show 36 more problems

Power windows or regulator: stopped working
9 complaints (1%)
A feature that stopped working, problems that come and go and vibration or shudder. 1 of these 9 complaints describes a serious outcome: loss of visibility. Median mileage when it started: about 89,000 miles.
Transmission: a leak
9 complaints (1%)
A leak, parts breaking or coming apart and a failure. 2 of these 9 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often sudden acceleration or braking. Median mileage when it started: about 86,000 miles.
Vibration (cause not stated)
9 complaints (1%)
Vibration or shudder. In 3 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem. Median mileage when it started: about 12,000 miles.
Airbags: no deployment in a crash
8 complaints (under 1%)
No deployment in a crash and deployment with no crash. Median mileage when it started: about 130,000 miles.
Stall (cause not stated)
7 complaints (under 1%)
Stalling. 6 of these 7 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 90,000 miles.
Airbag warning light
6 complaints (under 1%)
Warning lights. Median mileage when it started: about 150,000 miles.
Noise (cause not stated)
6 complaints (under 1%)
Unusual noises. Median mileage when it started: about 55,000 miles.
Tailgate latch or lock: not opening or unlocking
6 complaints (under 1%)
Not opening or unlocking. Median mileage when it started: about 61,000 miles.
Seat belts: not releasing
6 complaints (under 1%)
Not releasing, unbuckled unexpectedly and a feature that stopped working. 1 of these 6 complaints describes a serious outcome: an injury. Median mileage when it started: about 48,000 miles.
A/C: stopped working
5 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working and problems that come and go. Median mileage when it started: about 101,000 miles.
A/C condenser: damage
5 complaints (under 1%)
Damage, a leak and a failure. Median mileage when it started: about 36,000 miles.
Ball joints and control arms: parts breaking or coming apart
5 complaints (under 1%)
Parts breaking or coming apart, a failure that needed a new part and rust or corrosion. 2 of these 5 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a tow. Median mileage when it started: about 180,000 miles.
Security alarm: the system acting on its own
5 complaints (under 1%)
The system acting on its own, the system not working when needed and a feature that stopped working. 1 of these 5 complaints describes a serious outcome: being stranded. Median mileage when it started: about 52,000 miles.
Wiring, fuses or body control module failure
5 complaints (under 1%)
A failure, loose connection and damage. Median mileage when it started: about 62,000 miles.
Engine oil leak
4 complaints (under 1%)
A leak.
Loss of power (cause not stated)
4 complaints (under 1%)
A loss of power. 3 of these 4 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 80,000 miles.
Passenger airbag sensor: warning lights
4 complaints (under 1%)
Warning lights, a failure and a feature that stopped working. Median mileage when it started: about 108,000 miles.
Engine sensors or computer failure
3 complaints (under 1%)
A failure and stalling. 1 of these 3 complaints describes a serious outcome: stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 173,000 miles.
Key fob: early wear
3 complaints (under 1%)
Early wear, a failure that needed a new part and a feature that stopped working. Median mileage when it started: about 85,000 miles.
Starter failure
3 complaints (under 1%)
A failure that needed a new part and unusual noises.
Struts or shocks failure
3 complaints (under 1%)
A failure.
Transmission computer failure
3 complaints (under 1%)
A failure, stalling and unusual noises. 2 of these 3 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving.
Wheel bearings failure
3 complaints (under 1%)
A failure that needed a new part and damage. Median mileage when it started: about 20,000 miles.
12V battery failure
2 complaints (under 1%)
A failure that needed a new part.
ABS: loss of braking
2 complaints (under 1%)
Loss of braking and a failure. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: a crash.
Airbag inflator (rupture risk or Takata): parts breaking or coming apart
2 complaints (under 1%)
Parts breaking or coming apart. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: an injury.
Several warning lights at once
2 complaints (under 1%)
Warning lights.
Engine: rough running or misfires
2 complaints (under 1%)
Rough running or misfires and a fire. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: a fire.
Fuel economy: high fuel use
2 complaints (under 1%)
High fuel use.
Fumes in cabin (cause not stated)
2 complaints (under 1%)
A bad smell and smoke or a burning smell. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: an injury.
Ignition or push-button start: sticking or stiffness
2 complaints (under 1%)
Sticking or stiffness and not releasing. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: a car that would not start.
Interior dome light: stopped working
2 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working and problems that come and go.
Rear suspension failure
2 complaints (under 1%)
A failure and parts breaking or coming apart. Both describe a serious outcome, most often a crash.
Windshield washer nozzles or hoses: stopped working
2 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: loss of visibility.
Side or curtain airbags: injurious deployment
2 complaints (under 1%)
Injurious deployment and deployment with no crash. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: an airbag problem.
Stability control (VSA): stopped working
2 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working and hard braking with nothing ahead. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: sudden braking.

Reported Once (41)

Show the 41 problems reported once

Alternator or charging failure
Battery drain: draining the battery
Body seals (water leak): water leaking in
Brake calipers: sticking or stiffness
Cabin odor or mold: mold growth
Coil spring failure
Control module (unspecified): works on and off
CV axles: rust or corrosion
Engine (misfire codes): rough running or misfires
Engine mounts: parts breaking or coming apart
Fuel diluting the engine oil
Hood latch: not opening or unlocking
Horn: the system acting on its own
Ignition or power mode (won't shut off): not shutting off
Instrument cluster: stopped working
Interior trim: peeling
Oil drain plug: a leak
Alarm system: the system acting on its own
Detached component (not stated) (cause not stated)
Door handle failure
Exterior door handle: sticking or stiffness
Interior light: works on and off
Interior lights: stopped working
Power window switch: stopped working
Rear window glass: shattering or cracking
Shifter sensor: warning lights
Timing cover bolt: parts breaking or coming apart
Transmission cooler line: rust or corrosion
Underhood fire (cause not stated)
Wheel assembly: unusual noises
Windshield washer: stopped working
Paint and rust: rust or corrosion
Parking brake: stopped working
Phone and navigation: stopped working
Poor acceleration (cause not stated)
Power liftgate failure
Sway bar links failure
Timing chain or camshaft failure
Torque converter failure
Warning lights (cause not stated)
Windshield: damage

How the 2007 Honda CR-V Compares With Other Years

The other CR-V years of the 3rd generation, 2007 to 2011, and the years just before and after it. When two scores are less than 3.5 points apart, treat them as about the same.

Year	Rating	Score	Vs average	Per 10k cars	Recalls	Most reported problem
2012	Excellent	82	0.44×	16.5	3	VTC actuator: unusual noises
2011	Excellent	81	0.27×	11.7	13	Door lock actuators: not opening or unlocking
2010	Good	77	0.36×	14.6	15	Door lock actuators: not opening or unlocking
2009	Excellent	81	0.34×	13.5	12	Door lock actuators: not opening or unlocking
2008	Good	75	0.64×	30.2	11	Door lock actuators: the system acting on its own
2007 This year	Good	76	0.60×	27.8	12	Door lock actuators: the system acting on its own
2006	Good	74	0.55×	21.7	12	Headlights: stopped working

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2007 Honda CR-V Recalls

A recall can cover some or all cars of this model year. Look up a specific car by its VIN at NHTSA to see which recalls are still open on it.

Structure: frame and members
A detached rear trailing arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 23V228000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Mar 30, 2023. By the first quarter of 2025, 41% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Air bags: inflator module
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 19V502000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Jun 27, 2019. By the fourth quarter of 2020, 36% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Air bags: inflator module
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 19V500000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Jun 27, 2019. By the fourth quarter of 2020, 67% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Air bags: inflator module
An incorrectly installed air bag inflator may not properly deploy the passenger frontal air bag in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA 19V378000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued May 16, 2019. By the fourth quarter of 2020, 49% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Air bags: inflator module
An explosion of an inflator within the driver frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver, front seat passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 19V182000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Mar 6, 2019. By the third quarter of 2020, 49% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Air bags: inflator module
An incorrectly installed air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA 18V268000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Apr 26, 2018. By the third quarter of 2019, 85% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.

Show 6 more recalls

Air bags: inflator module
In the event of a crash, an incorrectly installed passenger frontal air bag inflator may deploy the air bag improperly, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA 17V545000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Aug 31, 2017. By the first quarter of 2019, 94% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Air bags: inflator module
If an inflator with an incorrect wire harness is installed, the air bag may not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
NHTSA 17V417000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Jun 29, 2017. By the fourth quarter of 2018, 93% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Air bags: inflator module
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 17V030000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Jan 10, 2017. By the second quarter of 2018, 70% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Air bags: inflator module
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 16V346000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued May 24, 2016. By the first quarter of 2018, 64% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Air bags: inflator module
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 16V061000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Feb 3, 2016. By the second quarter of 2018, 82% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Power train: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
This could result in a short circuit causing the engine to stall. Additionally, broken pieces of the outer race or ball bearing from the secondary shaft may become lodged in the parking pawl resulting in the vehicle rolling after the driver has placed the…
NHTSA 11V395000 Owner letter (PDF)Issued Aug 4, 2011.

Honda Warranty Extensions and Programs

Repairs Honda agreed to cover or update outside a recall. Whether one applies depends on the VIN and the conditions listed. A Honda dealer can confirm.

Warranty extensionHonda 14-084
Door lock actuators
The problem:
The door lock actuators on the front passenger and rear doors can stop working. A lock can also switch from locked to unlocked on its own.
The fix:
A Honda dealer repairs the faulty door lock actuator for free.
Who qualifies:
The lock problem must match the symptoms Honda lists. Product update 14-083 must be done first. Cars with a salvage or branded title are not covered.
Coverage:
6 years from the original purchase date or until November 7, 2015, whichever is later. No mileage limit.
Honda's bulletin (PDF)
Warranty extensionHonda 12-072
A/C compressor clutch
The problem:
The A/C compressor clutch can wear out. The A/C may cool poorly, blow warm air or make noise near the compressor.
The fix:
A Honda dealer replaces the A/C compressor clutch parts for free, plus the clutch coil if needed.
Who qualifies:
A Honda dealer must find the clutch is damaged. Cars with a salvage or branded title are not covered. Coverage passes to later owners.
Coverage:
7 years or 100,000 miles from the original purchase date, whichever comes first.
Honda's bulletin (PDF)
Customer support programHonda 18-052 and 20-016
Front passenger's airbag inflator
2 programs with the same terms. Which one applies depends on the VIN.
The problem:
The front passenger's airbag inflator can be faulty, and the airbag warning light comes on.
The fix:
A Honda dealer replaces the front passenger's airbag inflator for free.
Who qualifies:
The airbag warning light must be on. A Honda dealer test must show the inflator is faulty. Only replacement inflators that fail later are covered. Open inflator recalls must be done first. Salvage or branded titles are not covered.
Coverage:
18-052: Covered until January 31, 2027.
20-016: Covered until January 31, 2030.
Bulletin 18-052 (PDF)Bulletin 20-016 (PDF)
Customer support programHonda 20-011
Driver's airbag inflator
The problem:
The driver's airbag inflator can be faulty, and the airbag warning light comes on.
The fix:
A Honda dealer replaces the driver's airbag inflator for free.
Who qualifies:
The airbag warning light must be on. A Honda dealer test must show the inflator is faulty. Only replacement inflators that fail later are covered. Open inflator recalls must be done first. Salvage or branded titles are not covered.
Coverage:
Covered until January 31, 2030.
Honda's bulletin (PDF)
Customer support programHonda 18-048Ended
Driver's airbag inflator
The problem:
The driver's airbag inflator can be faulty, and the airbag warning light comes on.
The fix:
While the program ran, a Honda dealer replaced the driver's airbag inflator for free.
Who qualifies:
The airbag warning light had to be on. A Honda dealer test had to show the inflator was faulty. Only replacement inflators that failed later were covered. Salvage or branded titles were not covered.
Coverage:
The program ended on February 28, 2026.
Honda's bulletin (PDF)
Customer support programHonda 18-066Ended
Front passenger's airbag inflator
The problem:
The front passenger's airbag inflator can be faulty, and the airbag warning light comes on.
The fix:
While the program ran, a Honda dealer replaced the front passenger's airbag inflator for free.
Who qualifies:
The airbag warning light had to be on. A Honda dealer test had to show the inflator was faulty. Only replacement inflators that failed later were covered. Salvage or branded titles were not covered.
Coverage:
The program ended on June 30, 2026.
Honda's bulletin (PDF)

NHTSA Crash Test Ratings

NHTSA gave the 2007 CR-V no overall, frontal or side rating. It did rate each seat in those tests and lists the seat ratings under Rating Breakdown on its page. We show them the same way below. These tests are from before 2011, so the stars are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and newer models. See the 2007 CR-V ratings on NHTSA.gov.

With side airbags

OverallNot rated

Frontal crashNot rated

Driver seat5/5

Passenger seat5/5

Side crashNot rated

Front seat5/5

Rear seat5/5

Rollover4/5

Check Before You Buy

A checklist for the 2007 CR-V, from its recalls, Honda's programs and the problems owners report most.

Confirm the Recalls Were Done

Ask the seller for proof that each of these recalls was repaired.

Structure: frame and members NHTSA 23V228000
Air bags: inflator module NHTSA 19V502000
Air bags: inflator module NHTSA 19V500000
Air bags: inflator module NHTSA 19V378000
Air bags: inflator module NHTSA 19V182000
Look up the VIN at NHTSA to see all 12 recalls and which are still open.

Ask a Honda Dealer

Ask whether each of these warranty extensions applies to this VIN, and whether the work was done.

14-084: door lock actuators
12-072: a/C compressor clutch

On the Test Drive

Lock and unlock every door with the key fob, the switch and the key.
Turn the wheel fully left and right, parked and at low speed. Sticking, notches or stiffness are warning signs.
Run the air conditioning on max for 10 minutes. The air should stay cold.

Ask the Seller

Ask whether any of these were ever repaired, and ask to see the receipts.

Door lock actuators
Door latch or lock
Frame and body structure
Also ask for the service records, especially oil changes.

Before You Pay

Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic you choose.
Decode the VIN to confirm the model year, engine and trim.
Check the title for salvage, flood or rebuilt branding.

What to do next

All CR-V Years →Best years and years to avoid, side by side.Compare With Other Years →Put up to four model years side by side.Find Warranty Extensions →Repairs Honda may still cover for this year.Decode a VIN →Confirm the exact year, engine and trim of a car.