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Honda CR-V: Common Problems & Maintenance Tips
The CR-V is one of the most popular compact SUVs on the road — here's what to watch for to keep yours reliable.
Common issues & things to know
- Fuel dilution in oil has been reported on some 1.5L turbo engine years, especially in cold climates with lots of short trips — worth more frequent oil changes if this describes your driving
- Infotainment lag or occasional screen freezing on certain model years, usually fixed with a software update
- AC condensation odor ("moldy AC smell") is a common complaint, usually resolved with a cabin air filter change and AC system clean
- Sunroof rattling or wind noise at highway speeds has been reported on some years
- Brake pad/rotor wear tends to run slightly faster than average — worth a visual check every oil change
Maintenance milestones
30,000 miles
Cabin/engine air filters, tire rotation
60,000 miles
Spark plugs, transmission fluid, brake fluid flush
100,000 miles
Timing components inspection, drive belt
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