2023-2024 Honda CR-V Drip Mold Not Set/Detaching/Loose
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is seeking specific 2023-2024 Honda CR-V vehicles with customer complaints regarding "drip mold not set, detaching or loose." AHM wants to inspect these vehicles to understand the root cause before any repairs are attempted.
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- Honda CR-V
- 2024
Background to the Investigation
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) has initiated an investigation into customer complaints concerning the exterior drip molds on certain 2023-2024 Honda CR-V vehicles. The primary concern is that the "drip mold not set, detaching or loose" condition may indicate an underlying manufacturing or design issue.
AHM's goal is to thoroughly inspect affected vehicles to understand the root cause of this condition. This proactive approach aims to prevent potential future problems and ensure the quality and safety of their vehicles. The communication, titled "Request for Visit: 2023-2024 CR-V Drip Mold Not Set/Detaching/Loose", is a crucial step in this process.
Symptoms of the Drip Mold Issue
Owners of 2023-2024 Honda CR-V models may notice that the exterior drip molds are not properly seated, appear to be detaching from the vehicle, or feel loose. This aesthetic and potentially functional issue is the focus of Honda's current investigation. If you observe a "Honda CR-V drip mold" that is not secure, it may be subject to this inquiry.
Important Warnings for Owners
American Honda has issued a critical instruction regarding this issue: AHM would like to inspect the vehicle before you attempt a repair of any kind. This means owners should not try to fix the loose or detached drip molds themselves, nor should they allow independent shops or dealerships to perform repairs without Honda's prior inspection. Attempting a repair before AHM's inspection could disqualify the vehicle from their investigation process.
Qualifying Conditions for Inspection
For a 2023-2024 Honda CR-V to be considered for AHM's inspection, it must meet specific criteria:
- The vehicle's VIN must begin with 7FA.
- There must be visual confirmation of the "drip mold not set, detaching or loose" condition. This requires at least one wide-angle and one close-up photo for documentation.
- The vehicle must not have been involved in any collision.
- No repair attempts for this specific drip mold issue should have been made previously.
These qualifiers ensure that AHM can examine vehicles in their original, affected state to accurately determine the cause of the Honda CR-V drip mold problem.
What Owners Should Do
If your 2023-2024 Honda CR-V exhibits the "drip mold not set, detaching or loose" condition and meets the specified qualifiers, you should contact your local Honda dealership. The dealership personnel, specifically Service Managers and Advisors, have received a
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the "drip mold not set, detaching or loose" issue on the Honda CR-V?
- This refers to a condition where the exterior drip mold on certain 2023-2024 Honda CR-V vehicles is either not properly seated, has become detached, or is loose. American Honda is currently investigating this specific "Honda CR-V drip mold" problem.
- Should I attempt to repair the loose drip mold on my Honda CR-V myself?
- No, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) specifically requests that no repairs be attempted on the "drip mold not set, detaching or loose" condition before they have had a chance to inspect the vehicle. Attempting a repair prematurely could affect their investigation.
- How can I determine if my 2023-2024 Honda CR-V is part of this investigation?
- Your vehicle must be a 2023 or 2024 Honda CR-V with a VIN starting with "7FA". Additionally, the "drip mold not set, detaching or loose" condition must be visually confirmable, and the vehicle must not have been involved in a collision or had prior repair attempts for this issue.
- What should I do if my Honda CR-V meets the criteria for the drip mold investigation?
- If your vehicle meets the criteria, you should contact your Honda dealership. They will then communicate with Honda's Technical Information & Support (TIS) group, providing your vehicle's details for potential inspection. This process is outlined in the communication titled "Request for Visit: 2023-2024 CR-V Drip Mold Not Set/Detaching/Loose" (NHTSA ID 10241866).
What Honda CR-V owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 30 model years.
- 16,579
- Owner complaints
- 75
- Recalls
- 1,403
- Service bulletins
- 854
- Crashes reported
- 183
- Fires reported
- 689
- Injuries reported
The 2023 model year
633 complaints, the 7th most of 30 model years on file. Owners reported 22 crashes, 2 fires and 22 injuries for this year, which also has 8 recalls on file.
Structure, the system this article covers, accounts for 680 of 16,579 complaints (4%), including 23 for 2023.
Complaints by model year
| 2002 | 515 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 887 | |
| 2008 | 963 | |
| 2011 | 554 | |
| 2014 | 587 | |
| 2015 | 673 | |
| 2017 | 1,779 | |
| 2018 | 2,163 | |
| 2019 | 1,107 | |
| 2023 | 633 |
Most-reported systems
- Electrical System — 2,593
- Air Bags — 2,404
- Engine — 2,379
- Steering — 1,901
- Forward Collision Avoidance — 1,423
Latest recalls for the 2023 model year
- 26V663000 — Tires (Oct 2026)
- 26V366000 — Tires (Jun 2026)
- 24V763000 — Fuel System, Gasoline (Oct 2024)
Recent owner reports about structure
The inner framework for the hood completely detached from the hood itself and very violently and aggressively shakes when the car is being driven on the highway or when it’s windy outside.
Read owner complaints →The contact owns a 2023 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle suddenly started to shudder abnormally. No warning light was illuminated.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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