Recall 25V-858: 2025 Honda CR-V Fuel Cell EV

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Dec 11, 2025, covering about 388 vehicles.

NHTSA number
25V-858
Report date
Dec 11, 2025
Vehicles affected
388
Owners notified
Feb 2, 2026

The problem

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 Honda CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles. Coolant inside the fuel cell stack may leak into the fuel cell stack case, causing an internal short circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 305, "Electric-powered vehicles: Electrolyte Spillage and Electrical Shock Protection."

The risk

An internal short circuit in a fuel cell can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the fuel cell stack assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is CN4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 16, 2025.

Recall details

ManufacturerHonda (American Honda Motor Co.)
ComponentElectrical System › Propulsion System › Fuel Cell
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number25V858000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Honda CR-V Fuel Cell EV2025All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 25V-858?

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 Honda CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles. Coolant inside the fuel cell stack may leak into the fuel cell stack case, causing an internal short circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 305, "Electric-powered vehicles: Electrolyte Spillage and Electrical Shock Protection."

How is recall 25V-858 fixed?

Dealers will replace the fuel cell stack assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is CN4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 16, 2025.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.