2014 Honda CR-V Reliability Report

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

Excellent

Ranks 1st of 25 CR-V years we score.

Owner complaints: 587; 27 are recall notices
Per 10,000 cars: 14.5; 385,211 made for the U.S.
Vs the average car: 0.34×; same age, 1× is average
Serious outcomes: 125; crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
Recalls: 1
NHTSA crash rating: 5★; overall, out of 5

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Should You Buy the 2014 Honda CR-V?

Yes. Our reliability score for the 2014 Honda CR-V is 89 out of 100, which rates Excellent. Owners reported about a third as many problems as for the average car of the same age. It ranks 1st of the 25 CR-V years we score.

The most reported problem is tire pressure monitoring, mostly warning lights (98 of 587 complaints). Owners also complain about noises and the VTC actuator. 125 of the 587 complaints describe a serious outcome, such as a crash, a fire, an injury or stalling while driving.

It has 1 recall. NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. For comparison, the 2013 scores 85 and the 2015 scores 81.

Before you buy, check that the recalls were done and get an independent inspection. The full checklist is at the end of this page.

Pros

Excellent reliability score of 89
About a third of the problems of the average car its age
Recent complaints at or below average
No do-not-drive or park-outside recalls

Cons

Tire pressure monitoring: warning lights98 complaints
Noise (cause not stated)66 complaints
VTC actuator: unusual noises52 complaints

How the 2014 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	0.24×	−4
Everyday problems	0.57×	−3
Problems in the last two years	0.15×	−1
Recalls	0.40×	−3
Score		89

What Owners Report

We read all 587 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Honda CR-V, one by one, and grouped them by the problem they describe. The most reported problems come first.

Tire pressure monitoring: warning lights
98 complaints (17%)
Warning lights, a feature that stopped working and wrong readings. In 18 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 34 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 1,000 miles.
Noise (cause not stated)
66 complaints (11%)
Unusual noises. In 5 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem. Median mileage when it started: about 19,000 miles.
VTC actuator: unusual noises
52 complaints (9%)
Unusual noises, a failure that needed a new part and early wear. 1 of these 52 complaints describes a serious outcome. In 11 complaints, the problem came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 52,000 miles.
Engine: unusual noises
34 complaints (6%)
Unusual noises, hesitation and a fire. 3 of these 34 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. In 5 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem. Median mileage when it started: about 45,000 miles.
Vibration (cause not stated)
34 complaints (6%)
Vibration or shudder. 1 of these 34 complaints describes a serious outcome: loss of steering control. Median mileage when it started: about 52,000 miles.
Unintended acceleration (cause not stated)
30 complaints (5%)
Sudden acceleration, surging and engine revving in gear. 19 of these 30 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often sudden acceleration or braking. In 6 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 6 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 24,000 miles.
Timing chain or camshaft failure
22 complaints (4%)
A failure that needed a new part, early wear and unusual noises. 16 of these 22 complaints describe a serious outcome. In 8 complaints, the problem came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 65,000 miles.
Headlights: dim
21 complaints (4%)
Dim, dim low beam and low beam visibility lost when high beam selected. 1 of these 21 complaints describes a serious outcome. In 5 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem. Median mileage when it started: about 1,000 miles.
Heater: stopped working
21 complaints (4%)
A feature that stopped working and a failure that needed a new part. 1 of these 21 complaints describes a serious outcome: loss of visibility. In 7 complaints, the problem came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 46,000 miles.
Poor acceleration (cause not stated)
18 complaints (3%)
Hesitation and a loss of power. 4 of these 18 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. In 9 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem. Median mileage when it started: about 2,000 miles.
Transmission: vibration or shudder
17 complaints (3%)
Vibration or shudder, harsh or delayed shifts and a feature that stopped working. 2 of these 17 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a tow. In 3 complaints, the problem came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 17,000 miles.
Door latches: not opening or unlocking
15 complaints (3%)
Not opening or unlocking, sticking or stiffness and problems that come and go. In 6 complaints, the problem came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 58,000 miles.
Brakes: loss of braking
13 complaints (2%)
Loss of braking, vibration or shudder and rust or corrosion. 6 of these 13 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often loss of braking. Median mileage when it started: about 17,000 miles.
Climate controls: stopped working
13 complaints (2%)
A feature that stopped working. Median mileage when it started: about 34,000 miles.
Engine oil consumption: burning or using oil
13 complaints (2%)
Burning or using oil. Median mileage when it started: about 60,000 miles.

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Car not starting (cause not stated)
13 complaints (2%)
The car not starting, hard starting and cranks as if already engaged. 10 of these 13 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a car that would not start. In 6 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 4 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 30,000 miles.
Airbags: no deployment in a crash
10 complaints (2%)
No deployment in a crash. 1 of these 10 complaints describes a serious outcome: a crash. Median mileage when it started: about 22,000 miles.
Sunroof glass (shattered): shattering or cracking
10 complaints (2%)
Shattering or cracking. Median mileage when it started: about 35,000 miles.
Tires: parts breaking or coming apart
9 complaints (2%)
Parts breaking or coming apart, vibration or shudder and damage. 1 of these 9 complaints describes a serious outcome. Median mileage when it started: about 17,000 miles.
Several warning lights at once
8 complaints (1%)
Warning lights. Median mileage when it started: about 60,000 miles.
Frontal airbags: no deployment in a crash
8 complaints (1%)
No deployment in a crash and deployment with no crash. 2 of these 8 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a crash. Median mileage when it started: about 54,000 miles.
12V battery: the car not starting
7 complaints (1%)
The car not starting, draining the battery and a failure that needed a new part. 4 of these 7 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a car that would not start. 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 22,000 miles.
Airbag warning light
7 complaints (1%)
Warning lights, problems that come and go and parts breaking or coming apart. Median mileage when it started: about 40,000 miles.
Defroster: stopped working
7 complaints (1%)
A feature that stopped working. 1 of these 7 complaints describes a serious outcome: loss of visibility. Median mileage when it started: about 59,000 miles.
CV axles: vibration or shudder
7 complaints (1%)
Vibration or shudder and a failure that needed a new part. Median mileage when it started: about 1,000 miles.
Paint and rust: parts breaking or coming apart
7 complaints (1%)
Parts breaking or coming apart and rust or corrosion.
Windshield wipers: stopped working
7 complaints (1%)
A feature that stopped working, problems that come and go and poor wiping. 1 of these 7 complaints describes a serious outcome: loss of visibility. In 3 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem. Median mileage when it started: about 8,000 miles.
Engine failure
6 complaints (1%)
A failure, stalling and locking up. 4 of these 6 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 81,000 miles.
Starter: unusual noises
6 complaints (1%)
Unusual noises, a failure that needed a new part and sticking or stiffness. 1 of these 6 complaints describes a serious outcome: a car that would not start. Median mileage when it started: about 30,000 miles.
Torque converter: vibration or shudder
6 complaints (1%)
Vibration or shudder. In 3 complaints, the problem came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 95,000 miles.
Engine oil leak
5 complaints (under 1%)
A leak. Median mileage when it started: about 50,000 miles.
Seat belts: parts breaking or coming apart
5 complaints (under 1%)
Parts breaking or coming apart, early wear and did not lock. 1 of these 5 complaints describes a serious outcome: a crash. Median mileage when it started: about 33,000 miles.
ABS failure
4 complaints (under 1%)
A failure and the system acting on its own. 1 of these 4 complaints describes a serious outcome.
AWD or rear differential failure
4 complaints (under 1%)
A failure that needed a new part and overheating. 1 of these 4 complaints describes a serious outcome: a tow. Median mileage when it started: about 8,000 miles.
Engine sensors or computer failure
4 complaints (under 1%)
A failure that needed a new part, stalling and warning lights. 2 of these 4 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 7,000 miles.
Seats: stopped working
4 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working, height adjustment does not hold and smoke or a burning smell.
Steering: sticking or stiffness
4 complaints (under 1%)
Sticking or stiffness, a feature that stopped working and a failure that needed a new part. Median mileage when it started: about 9,000 miles.
Transmission computer: vibration or shudder
4 complaints (under 1%)
Vibration or shudder, surging and skating under acceleration. Median mileage when it started: about 82,000 miles.
Wiring, fuses or body control module failure
4 complaints (under 1%)
A failure that needed a new part, damage and parts breaking or coming apart. 1 of these 4 complaints describes a serious outcome: a tow. Median mileage when it started: about 2,000 miles.
Ball joints and control arms: rust or corrosion
3 complaints (under 1%)
Rust or corrosion, parts breaking or coming apart and a failure that needed a new part. 1 of these 3 complaints describes a serious outcome: a tow. Median mileage when it started: about 83,000 miles.
Frame or structure: rust or corrosion
3 complaints (under 1%)
Rust or corrosion and parts breaking or coming apart. 1 of these 3 complaints describes a serious outcome.
Fuel leak
3 complaints (under 1%)
A leak. 2 of these 3 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a tow. Median mileage when it started: about 21,000 miles.
Instrument cluster: stopped working
3 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working, wrong readings and a failure that needed a new part. Median mileage when it started: about 40,000 miles.
Stall (cause not stated)
3 complaints (under 1%)
Stalling. 2 of these 3 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a crash.
A/C failure
2 complaints (under 1%)
A failure.
A/C compressor: parts breaking or coming apart
2 complaints (under 1%)
Parts breaking or coming apart and a failure that needed a new part.
Body seals (water leak)
2 complaints (under 1%)
A leak and water leaking in.
Cabin odor or mold: a bad smell
2 complaints (under 1%)
A bad smell and smoke or a burning smell. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: an injury.
Cooling system: overheating
2 complaints (under 1%)
Overheating and a leak.
Fuel diluting the engine oil
2 complaints (under 1%)
The oil level rising or a gasoline smell. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: stalling or losing power while driving.
Ignition or push-button start: sticking or stiffness
2 complaints (under 1%)
Sticking or stiffness and unusual noises. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: a tow.
Loss of power (cause not stated)
2 complaints (under 1%)
A loss of power. Both describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving.
Passenger airbag sensor: works on and off
2 complaints (under 1%)
Problems that come and go and warning lights.
Vehicle fire (cause not stated)
2 complaints (under 1%)
A fire. Both describe a serious outcome, most often a fire.
Power liftgate: stopped working
2 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working and problems that come and go.
Side or curtain airbags: no deployment in a crash
2 complaints (under 1%)
No deployment in a crash and deployment with no crash. Both describe a serious outcome, most often an injury.
Shifter or park: works on and off
2 complaints (under 1%)
Problems that come and go and the car rolling away. Both describe a serious outcome, most often a crash.
Windows or locks or sunroof (operate by themselves): the system acting on its own
2 complaints (under 1%)
The system acting on its own.

Reported Once (45)

Show the 45 problems reported once

Uneven tire wear: front tire alignment off
Alternator or charging failure
Battery drain: draining the battery
Blower motor: unusual noises
Control module (unspecified) failure
Cylinder head gasket failure
Engine mounts failure
Engine overheating
Exhaust or catalytic converter: rust or corrosion
Exterior trim: parts breaking or coming apart
Fuel economy: high fuel use
Fuel system: a fire
Fumes in cabin (cause not stated)
Interior trim: groove in pedal trim snags footwear
Key fob: stopped working
Oil pressure: unusual noises
Actuator problem at cold start (cause not stated)
Brake light switch: installed incorrectly
Car jack: bent
Drive belt: unusual noises
Fire under hood (cause not stated)
Idler pulley bearing seal: parts breaking or coming apart
Loss of control after evasive steering (cause not stated)
Rear axle mount failure
Rear hatch window glass: shattering or cracking
Rear side window glass: shattering or cracking
Rear window glass: shattering or cracking
Sharp top edge of front doors: sharp edge
Steering knuckle failure
Suspension (no detail)
Suspension components (rust): rust or corrosion
Unspecified problems (cause not stated)
Vehicle fire (origin not stated) (cause not stated)
Vehicle reversed while in Drive (cause not stated)
Wheel balance: vibration or shudder
Parking brake: sticking or stiffness
Phone and navigation: driver microphone audio poor
Door lock actuators: the system acting on its own
Power windows or regulator: unusual noises
Stability control (VSA): warning lights
Sway bar links failure
Struts or shocks failure
Valve train: damage
Warning lights (cause not stated)
Wheel rim: a leak

How the 2014 Honda CR-V Compares With Other Years

The other CR-V years of the 4th generation, 2012 to 2016, 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
2017	Caution	64	1.8×	54.5	7	Fuel diluting the engine oil
2016	Excellent	84	0.36×	10.7	3	Fuel system: a bad smell
2015	Excellent	81	0.55×	18.2	3	Vibration at idle (cause not stated)
2014 This year	Excellent	89	0.34×	14.5	1	Tire pressure monitoring: warning lights
2013	Excellent	85	0.30×	12.9	2	VTC actuator: unusual noises
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

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2014 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.

Fuel system, gasoline: fuel pump
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 23V858000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Dec 18, 2023. By the second quarter of 2026, 73% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.

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.

Customer support programHonda 18-057
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. The owner pays for the inspection if the inflator is not faulty. Salvage or branded titles are not covered.
Coverage:
Covered until June 30, 2030.
Honda's bulletin (PDF)

NHTSA Investigations

Defect investigations by NHTSA that cover this model year, with what they found.

Air bags failing to deploy after electrical overstress
Led to a recall
NHTSA's engineering analysis studied air bag computers used by six makers. It covered Honda Accords, Civics and CR-Vs from 2012 to 2016. A crash-related electrical spike could damage a chip, so air bags might not deploy. NHTSA closed the case in September 2024 after maker recalls, including 20V-024. It did not clear vehicles outside the recalls.
NHTSA EA19001 Opening report (PDF)Closing report (PDF)Apr 19, 2019 to Sep 19, 2024
Rupture risk in Takata inflators with a desiccant
Still open
NHTSA's engineering analysis, opened in September 2021, asks whether Takata inflators with a moisture-trapping desiccant could degrade and rupture over time. They are not yet recalled. It covers Honda Accord, Civic, CR-V, Odyssey and Pilot models from 2001 to 2015, among others. No field ruptures have been reported in them. The case is still open.
NHTSA EA21002 Opening report (PDF)Open since Sep 17, 2021

NHTSA Crash Test Ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for this model year. See the 2014 CR-V ratings on NHTSA.gov.

SUV 4WD and SUV FWD

Overall5/5

Frontal crash5/5

Side crash5/5

Rollover4/5

Check Before You Buy

A checklist for the 2014 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.

Fuel system, gasoline: fuel pump NHTSA 23V858000

Ask the Seller

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

Tire pressure monitoring
Noises
VTC actuator
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.