2015 Honda CR-V recalls and problems
The 2015 Honda CR-V has 3 safety recalls and 674 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2015 Honda CR-V vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2015 Honda CR-V recalls
Recall 23V-858: Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Recall 17V-305: Engine
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Honda CR-V vehicles that recently received a replacement engine. The replacement engine may have been built with the wrong pistons, potentially affecting the engine's performance.
Risk: The reduced performance may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engines and replace the incorrect components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KF6.
Recall 15V-121: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Accord L4 vehicles manufactured July 29, 2014, to July 31, 2014, 2015 Accord L4 vehicles manufactured August 14, 2014, to January 30, 2015, and 2015 CR-V vehicles manufactured September 9, 2014, to February 6, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been assembled with improperly torqued connecting rod bolts, which can cause the engine to lose power or leak oil.
Risk: Loss of engine power may result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. If the engine leaks oil in the proximity of hot engine or exhaust components, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine short block, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JP2 (for Accord models) and JP3 (for CR-V models).
2015 Honda CR-V problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 243 | |
| Power Train | 150 | |
| Unknown or Other | 144 | |
| Electrical System | 86 | |
| Steering | 45 | |
| Seats | 39 | |
| Structure | 36 | |
| Service Brakes | 36 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 32 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 31 | |
| Air Bags | 25 | |
| Suspension | 20 |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 29
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 5
- Electrical System › Instrument Panel › Speedometer/Odometer — 5
- Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 4
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 4
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 3
- Lane Departure › Assist — 3
- Lane Departure › Warning — 3
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 4,800 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2015 Honda CR-V complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Honda CR-V years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2015 Honda CR-V have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Honda CR-V: 23V-858 (fuel system, gasoline), 17V-305 (engine), 15V-121 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Honda CR-V?
Owners report engine problems most often (243 reports), followed by power train (150). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 4,800 miles.
Are Honda recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Honda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.