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2017 Honda CR-V Engine Problems

333
Owner complaint records in our dataset

Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.

Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.

Among these 333 stored complaint records:

  • 3 indicate a crash
  • 4 indicate injury
  • 1 indicate fire

What owners report

  • smell gasoline · 14 records
  • gasoline smell · 12 records
  • strong smell · 9 records
  • check engine · 8 records
  • smells like · 8 records
  • turbo engine · 7 records

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
1–30k mi245
30–60k mi24
60–100k mi9

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • October 13, 2018 · 10,340 miles

    Engine

    In mid-october 2018, the oil level on our 2017 cr-v was a half inch past the max mark on the dipstick. Oil was last changed just 3400 miles ago in mid-may. I suspect this is due to the widely reported problem of fuel diluting the oil. The honda dealer where the vehicle was purchased refuses to admit that this is a problem.

    ODI 11144294

  • October 13, 2018 · 24,247 miles

    Engine

    Oil dilution issue. Upon checking engine oil level, noticed that level was 1/2" above top of dipstick measurement area. Engine dipstick also smelled like gasoline. Took car to dealer, they noted the excessive oil level as well, took pictures, and is contacting honda. Dealer stated this is a known issue with a fix expected in november. Dealer changed engine oil in the mean time to bring engine oil to normal level and…

    ODI 11140187

  • October 12, 2018

    Engine

    At this time i have noticed a gas smell in the oil and the oil level has been high even after 5000 miles. This was confirmed by the dealership when i was there for an oil change. Now that it is getting cooler i am also noticing that the heater is not working well and i have to have the defroster on all the time or the window fog.

    ODI 11144436

  • October 12, 2018 · 11,780 miles

    Engine

    Oil dilution: i had an oil analysis done on my 2017 honda crv and it came back showing 14% gas in the oil.

    ODI 11143705

  • October 11, 2018 · 12,049 miles

    Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System

    On 10-11-18 i received an email from consumer reports which included an article about issues with honda's 1.5 turbo engines. I had recently been noticing engine response lag, on my 2017 crv touring, so i went out and checked my oil level. I immediately noticed a fuel smell on the dip stick. The oil level was approximately 1 inch over the top mark. (till now i had not noticed an issue when checking oil level…

    ODI 11152050

  • October 11, 2018 · 5,000 miles

    Engine · Unknown Or Other

    I have smelled gasoline three times recently when driving. I called the honda headquarters. They told me this problem is something they are working on. There is no fix for it at this time. They claim gas leaks into the oil filter which can affect the engine. I am concerned about my safety snd a possible engine problem. I have received no satisfaction. In addition i have had two other major problems in the short time…

    ODI 11139922

  • October 11, 2018 · 17,060 miles

    Engine

    After purchasing the vehicle new, i noticed at around 4k miles the oil smelled heavily of fuel and was overfull. The engine oil and filter were changed. 5k miles later the oil again reeked of fuel as was overfull. Oil and filter changed again. At around 15k miles the oil again is overfull and apparently diluted with oil. I did research and it appears this may be a widespread issue. I'm concerned if i actually…

    ODI 11139898

  • October 11, 2018 · 35,000 miles

    Engine

    4000 miles after oil change, checked oil dipstick, oil level too high...oil smells like gasoline. Crv not running smoothly, hesitates upon acceleration.

    ODI 11139708

  • October 11, 2018 · 5,968 miles

    Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System

    Tl* the contact owns a 2017 honda cr-v. The contact stated that fuel was detected inside the vehicle and in the engine oil without warning. The contact called love honda at [redacted] (located at 2219 s suncoast blvd, homosassa, fl 34448) and was informed to bring the vehicle in for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was…

    ODI 11139635

  • October 10, 2018 · 29,000 miles

    Engine

    When checking the engine oil approximately one month ago, the oil level exceeded the "high" mark on the dipstick. The oil also had a strong smell of gasoline. I took the car to my local honda dealer and they changed the oil. After driving the car ~2000 miles after the oil change, the oil level again exceeds to high mark on the dipstick and smells strongly of gasoline.

    ODI 11151445

  • October 10, 2018 · 26,000 miles

    Engine

    Cabin smells of gasoline after driving short distance then stopped while idling (think going through a drive through, leave house, travel a few miles, wait in line -- that is when it smells of gas). Smell of gas from oil dipstick when checking levels and oil level appears to be higher than normal (dealer services vehicle).

    ODI 11145275

  • October 10, 2018 · 28,629 miles

    Engine

    I was pulling into traffic in clearfield, pa barely escaped getting hit by a dump truck when the car practically stopped. I got to the berm of the highway, the car would not go over 4 mph. I got to a parking lot and put it in park, tried drive and reverse, the car would not go over 4 mph. I shut it off for a few minutes, restarted it and it drove ok. Upon hearing of the earth dream engine issue, i had oil checked at…

    ODI 11145110

  • October 10, 2018 · 13,275 miles

    Engine

    Gas was found in the oil. Oil stick was above the normal range. Poor gas mileage.

    ODI 11139654

  • October 9, 2018 · 10,700 miles

    Engine

    There is fuel getting added into the engine oil. Smell of fuel inside car at times. Oil was changed by dealer 3000 miles before and now the oil level is a lot higher than maximum and there is a clear smell of fuel to the engine oil. The engine oil viscosity is considerably down. I am sure this is killing lubrication to my engine. Reached out to dealer, only thing they can do is another oil change. This problem need…

    ODI 11143601

  • October 9, 2018 · 9,551 miles

    Engine

    Gasoline contamination to oil. Oil levels are high and smell of gasoline. American honda representative advises there is no fix. Recommends oil changes as needed, but will not reimburse cost. According to consumer reports, honda crv (2017 & 2018) owners are reporting stalls. This has potential to be a serious safety issue. No recall announced. Please get with honda and investigate.

    ODI 11139237

  • October 9, 2018

    Engine · Unknown Or Other

    Gas smell on oil dip stick, oil level reading higher than orange markings, oil black and watery

    ODI 11139196

  • October 8, 2018 · 11,400 miles

    Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System

    I purchased my car from brown's honda 712 crain highway, glen burnie, md 21061 on june 20,2017. On october 6, 2018 ibecame aware of a very serious problem with my car that has the new 1.5 l turbocharged engine. I noticed that the oil level, as shown on the dip stick, was at least 0.5 inches above the top fill mark. I immediately drained the oil and discovered that the volume of oil was 4.75 quarts or 28% above the…

    ODI 11144492

  • October 8, 2018

    Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System

    At 15,000 miles, i have found that gasoline is contaminating the crankcase oil even though i do not live in a cold climate or drive very short distances. My local honda dealer has confirmed this problem but has no fix and has received no guidance from honda.

    ODI 11141656

  • October 8, 2018 · 20,000 miles

    Engine

    I have done two oil changes at home this past year and each time i have extracted more fluids than the listed oil capacity in the owners manual. I read an article from consumer reports reporting that there maybe gasoline mixing with the engine oil. The symptom of over filled engine oil is a common one as reported in the article.

    ODI 11140007

  • October 8, 2018 · 31,000 miles

    Engine

    Experiencing rising oil levels due to high levels of gasoline being entrained in the oil. This is causing the oil to become increasingly thin and potentially cause an engine failure. The vehicle was stationary and on a flat surface during each of the oil checks.

    ODI 11139120

  • October 7, 2018 · 10,550 miles

    Engine

    Tl* the contact owns a 2017 honda cr-v. While making a turn, the vehicle stalled and restarted without warning. The vehicle was taken to stokes honda cars of beaufort [redacted], located at 88 robert smalls pkwy, beaufort, sc 29906) where the technician replaced the oil and stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure…

    ODI 11150413

  • October 7, 2018 · 15,000 miles

    Engine

    Our 2017 honda crv keeps showing over full even though no oil was added and has a very strong fuel smell to it. I feel fuel mixing in the oil could be a very unsafe condition. The engine could also suffer major damage because of this.

    ODI 11139958

  • October 7, 2018

    Engine

    THERE IS GASOLINE DILUTING THE ENGINE OIL

    ODI 11138909

  • October 7, 2018 · 19,000 miles

    Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System

    Honda has over 19,000 miles and read about gas in oil. As a former mech. I checked dipstick and yep, can smell gasoline in oil. Checked another suv i have to be sure not crazy and gas is present.

    ODI 11138888

  • October 6, 2018 · 31,000 miles

    Engine

    My 1.5l turbo charged engine has a strong gasoline odor in the engine oil. So gasoline is mixing with my engine oil and may cause early engine failure or a safety issue. I noticed the gasoline smell when changing my engine oil and the car is parked.

    ODI 11153597