2015 Honda CR-V problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 670 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Honda CR-V, filed between 2014-11-30 and 2026-09-07. The most common problem areas are the engine (243, 36%), power train (148, 22%) and electrical system (83, 12%). Owners reported 38 crashes, 4 fires and 23 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2015 Honda CR-V complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 243 | 36% | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| Power train | 148 | 22% | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 144 | 21% | 8 | 0 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 83 | 12% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 45 | 7% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 39 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 36 | 5% | 14 | 1 | 1 |
| Structure | 35 | 5% | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 32 | 5% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 31 | 5% | 11 | 1 | 3 |
| Air bags | 25 | 4% | 11 | 0 | 14 |
| Suspension | 20 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 16 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 15 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 12 | 2% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Engine: 243 complaints
- 243 complaints of 670 (36%) name the engine.
- 60 of them also name the power train; owners reported 3 crashes, 1 fire and 6 injuries in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2015 Honda CR-V; the latest, campaign 17V305000, says: “The replacement engine may have been built with the wrong pistons, potentially affecting the engine's performance.”
Power train: 148 complaints
- 148 complaints of 670 (22%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 60 of them also name the engine; owners reported 4 crashes and 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Honda CR-V covers this system.
Electrical system: 83 complaints
- 83 complaints of 670 (12%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 19 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Honda CR-V covers this system.
Steering: 45 complaints
- 45 complaints of 670 (7%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 17 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Honda CR-V covers this system.
Seats: 39 complaints
- 39 complaints of 670 (6%) name the seats — seats, seat frames, adjusters and head restraints.
- 19 of them also name the engine; owners reported 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Honda CR-V covers this system.
Service brakes: 36 complaints
- 36 complaints of 670 (5%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 7 of them also name the unknown or other; owners reported 14 crashes, 1 fire and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Honda CR-V covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2015 | 244 |
| 2016 | 91 |
| 2017 | 68 |
| 2018 | 48 |
| 2019 | 44 |
| 2020 | 31 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 28 |
| 2025 | 19 |
| 2026 | 15 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names CR-V, model year 2015. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2015 Honda CR-V recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Honda CR-V?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2015 Honda CR-V's most common problem areas are the engine (243 of 670 complaints), power train (148 of 670 complaints) and electrical system (83 of 670 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2015 Honda CR-V have?
NHTSA has 670 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Honda CR-V, including 38 reported crashes and 4 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Honda CR-V's problems?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Honda CR-V; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.