Honda CR-V Complaints (2006)

398 consumer complaints on file.

#11665195June 5, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY, STEERING, SUSPENSION
Driver side rear trailing arm broke free of the frame. Resulted in sudden loss of control and near accident.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11648001March 12, 2025
SUSPENSION
I purchased my vehicle used in 2019 and immediately noticed a loud creaking noise from the front passenger area, especially in colder weather when driving over bumps at low speeds. By 2024, the noise became louder, more frequent, and occurred in all temperatures. In October 2024, I lost control of my vehicle and nearly flipped. Warning lights briefly appeared, indicating possible suspension issues, but they disappeared before I could diagnose the problem. Unfortunately, I had no choice but to continue driving despite the safety risk. In February 2025, I had a flat tire on the front passenger side and discovered it was nearly bald—far more worn than the other tires of the same age. Upon removal, it became clear that the front lower control arm was in a dangerously unnatural state and needed replacement. I recalled seeing a 2012 recall for this exact part in my Honda account, but when I entered my VIN, it stated the recall didn’t apply—likely due to age rather than the actual defect. This is a life-or-death issue that could easily lead to a fatal crash. Honda must address this immediately.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11639965January 31, 2025
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The contact owns a 2006 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH at night, the driver's side low beam headlight had failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that the high-beam headlights operated as needed; however, the driver's side low-beam headlight was inoperable. The contact stated that no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local mechanic who replaced the driver's side headlight bulb. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that the failure had become a recurring failure and had recently occurred to the passenger’s side low beam headlight. The contact researched online and became aware of similar failures with other vehicles. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11632344December 25, 2024
STEERING, SUSPENSION
Unknown
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11580758April 2, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY
Extensive undercarriage rust around the frame. It looks like it should’ve been included in the recalls but doesn’t say it is.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11552361October 28, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Vehicle brakes come on spontaneously while driving, during acceleration in 1st, 2nd and 3rd gear. Seems to be a part of the ABS/VSA system faulty engagement (Anti-Lock Brakes System/Vehicle Stability Assist) since the VSA warning light come on during the fault. Causes vehicle to brake, jerk and buck in middle of road. Almost got rear-ended on several occasions. Car stalls in middle of roadway. Disfunctional safety system failing to work properly. Intermittent problem that has occurred several time in the past year. Local dealer was "not able" to diagnose the problem despite inspection and problem issue report.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11551630October 24, 2023
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2006 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to complete a right turn, he heard an abnormal popping sound coming from the front passenger’s side of the vehicle. The contact also stated that while driving over a bump, the vehicle briefly drifted to the right. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the passenger’s side front lower control arm. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related it to NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V124000 (Suspension), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 178,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11535096July 28, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I have a 2006 Honda CRV with a little over 297,780 miles. Upon starting the car, the VSA and ABS indicator lights came on along with the VSA warning triangle and would not go off until the engine was turned off. There were no accidents or any noticeable problems with the vehicle while driving on city street under good conditions. I feel that this defect is essential in ensuring the overall safety of this car. The weight of the car is significant enough that an uncontrolled skid is much more likely to end in disaster than a skid that is stopped with the VSA and ABS function working properly. I feel that Honda should recall these cars and replace the VSA modulator unit entirely at Honda's expense. And for those who have already paid for the repair - reimburse the full amount of the repair! Since this component controls brakes and stability it seems to me to be a safety issue and therefore subject to a recall.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11523236May 22, 2023
WHEELS, STRUCTURE:BODY
The rear passenger wheel assembly became detached after crossing a small depression in the road. The body/frame had rusted where the two bolts that attached to the wheel assembly. The entire frame and body has rusted underneath the car.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11518188April 21, 2023
ENGINE, SUSPENSION
My transmission went out
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11516109April 8, 2023
SUSPENSION, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
stabilizer bars broken Honda dealer reports frame is badly rusted
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11497795December 16, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
wiring harness electrical
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11493959November 17, 2022
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2006 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification and post cards regarding Takata Air bags recall and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer and manufacturer were contacted.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11480683August 23, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Both cigarette outlets have stopped working causing long trips dangerous due to not being able to charge cellular phones
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11477786August 5, 2022
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Driver side window does not operate
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11476594July 29, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES
there was no accident yet!!!!The vsa and abs lights on my 2006 Cr-v came on upon starting and stayed on until the engine was stopped. This happened every time the car was started. the car ends up bucking on me. My Honda dealership diagnosed the problem to be a faulty abs modulator unit. The stated replacement cost is $2,400, including labor. I feel that this defect is essential in ensuring the overall safety of this car. The weight of the car is significant enough that an uncontrolled skid is much more likely to end in disaster than a skid that is stopped with the vsa and abs function working properly. Living in central PA, the abs and vsa functions are used frequently - especially in the winter. These key safety features were a top priority in my decision to buy this car. While the car's life expectancy is touted to be around 300,000 miles, it is unforgivable for such a significant safety function to fail at only 102,000 miles. I feel that Honda should recall these cars and replace the vsa modulator unit entirely at Honda's expense. And for those of us who have already paid for the repair - reimburse the full amount of the repair! the car without vsa and abs is not at all the same "as advertised" when sold new!.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11470404June 22, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The Vechile Stability Assist (VSA) light came on and took it too my Honda mechanic and confirmed that the Anti-lock Brake System(ABS) module needs to be replaced and this disabled the VSA. Parts+labor over $2,600+ to fix. Called the Manufacturer (Honda) and told me that I would have too first get it fixed and then submit the bill to them and they may reimburse me some of the cost or nothing. Since the ABS component controls brake and stability this a safety issue and therefore subject to a recall. I looked on the web and in the United Kingdom and Canada that Honda has paid in full. In the US, Honda doesn't consider it a defect and thus won't reimburse the owner's for fixing the vehicle. Once again because this an safety issue I believe that Honda should recall these vehicles and cost should be covered by Honda
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11467323June 3, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
About 4 months ago I discovered that the electric operator on the front passenger window no longer worked. I recently had a mechanic try to repair it and he found that the motor worked well. He replaced the switches in both the passenger door and the driver's door but window only goes down and not up. The mechanic checked online and discovered that this vehicle model was recalled in December, 2020, for this problem. When I checked on getting my vehicle repaired through the recall, I discovered that my specific vehicle was not included in the recall. Because I am now aware of the risk of fire, I request that my vehicle be included in the recall so I can have it repaired. Thanks for your consideration of this request.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11463877May 9, 2022
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
The contact owns a 2006 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that the driver's door and trunk locks failed to operate as needed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had not been notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11459203April 1, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Driver side power window will not open. Dangerous because if I am pulled over I can not roll down my window to speak with police. I’ve also seen reports of electrical fires associated with this issue. The issue has not been inspected by 3rd parties.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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