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2016 Honda CR-V: recalls and problems

3 recalls and 393 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine.

3recalls
393complaints
40crashes reported
4fires reported
36injuries reported

Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Engine101 · 26%
  • Unknown Or Other85 · 22%
  • Fuel/Propulsion System65 · 17%
  • Electrical System64 · 16%
  • Power Train45 · 11%
  • Air Bags30 · 8%
  • Vehicle Speed Control27 · 7%
  • Service Brakes18 · 5%
  • Structure17 · 4%
  • Steering16 · 4%

What owners report

Visibility/Wiper

Upon going out to my vehicle noticed that the moonroof had shattered the glass is pointing upwards and i found information reduarding a possible lawsuit claiming honda knows of this the vehicle is a 2016 honda crv i have video and multiple photos of the vehicle to use for a claim

Unknown Or Other,Engine

On august 8, 2026, while operating a 2016 honda cr-v (62,459 original miles) at highway speeds, the engine’s factory water pump experienced a sudden, catastrophic internal failure and froze completely. the seized water pump instantly sheared and shredded the serpentine belt. this induced an immediate, sudden loss of alternator charging, engine cooling, and power steering assist while driving at high highway speeds. t

Engine

My 2016 honda cr‑v has only had one driver since purchase and currently has approximately 86,000 miles. it has been properly maintained, yet it is experiencing the same symptoms described in honda’s recent warranty extension concerning head-gasket failures. despite its relatively low mileage and limited use, the vehicle appears to have experienced a premature engine-related failure. i respectfully request that nhtsa

Electrical System

While i was driving on i-75 in cincinnati oh my vehicle suddenly lost all power with no advanced warning. my car was working fine on the way to work and even when i began my commute home but then suddenly every light on my dash illuminated, my steering wheel became almost impossible to steer and the car stalled. i was on a bridge overpass with little shoulder and i had to call 911 to get a odot truck to help protect

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2016 Honda CR-V SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2016 Honda CR-V SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering CR-V. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.