2018 Honda CR-V Engine Problems
- 335
- 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 335 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- above full · 11 records
- strong smell · 9 records
- strong odor · 8 records
- engine light · 8 records
- turbo engine · 7 records
- smell gasoline · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 286 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine
I bought a 2018 honda cr-v (1.5l turbo engine) in august. It only has 1700 miles, but so far it has stalled on me 3 times (while driving). The first 2 times, i was under 25 mph and it started stalling. Several lights were flashing on the dashboard cautioning engine failure, brake failure, tire pressure failure, etc. The car was making pinging noises while these lights were flashing and it wouldn't drive any longer.…
ODI 11165420
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Driving in the highway engine light came on. After a few mintues all the warning lights came on and the engine started to slowing down. Got towed and the dealership told me i have a multiple misfire and the engine oil is over the recommended oil in the dipstick, and it smells mixed with fuel. They just change the oil and didnt fix the software
ODI 11174365
Engine
OIL DILUTION, GASOLINE GETTING INTO CRANKCASE
ODI 11166629
Engine
Gasoline is getting into the oil. Symptoms are a gas smell in the cabin and the level on the dipstick is above the top fill level. This condition can cause the vehicle to stop running causing a dangerous condition. Honda is repairing cars in cold weather states only. A tsb was issued in october 22, 2018. Why aren't they repairing all of the vehicles with this problem? I had the oil changed on my car and the oil…
ODI 11165822
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
GASOLINE IN THE OIL!
ODI 11165229
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 honda cr-v. The contact suspected that fuel and oil were in the oil tank, leaking past the cylinders and entering the oil tank. The vehicle was taken to lithia honda (4095 crater lake hwy, medford, or 97504, [redacted]) where an oil dilution for the fuel odor was performed, but no failure was found. The contact stated that the dipstick showed that the oil was above the full mark. The…
ODI 11242232
Engine
Engine oil was diluted with gasoline, causing possible motor damage. Dealer redid a fuel mapping, and made it so teh fan cannot blow until the car is fully warmed. This wont correct the issue. These direct injected motors let gasoline past the rings when cold, and if the car is cold frequently, the gasoline will not vaporize form the oil. If left unchecked, the increased volume of liquid can cause the car to lsoe…
ODI 11165248
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 honda cr-v. While operating the vehicle, a fuel odor entered the vehicle. In addition, while checking the oil level, the odor of fuel was also present. The vehicle was taken to coconut point honda (22240 s. Tamiami trl, estero, fl) and a product update was performed and the air conditioning control unit was replaced. The contact indicated that the oil continued to smell of fuel and the…
ODI 11169867
Engine
Extra oil in the engine; during the previous oil change i followed the oem's recommendation and added the proper amount of oil to the engine (3.5l or 3.7qt). However, when i did the last oil change i drained 5qts of oil out of the engine, how is this possible?
ODI 11165708
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Purchased vehicle nov 9, 2018. From 50-450 miles, had very poor avg mpg (avg 12-16 mpg combined). On jan 1, with under 450 miles on car, and within the first 1.5 miles of driving (driving on a slight incline), computer mpg indicator became erratic/blinking for about 2-3 minutes (indicated from 2 - 80 mpg and occasionally appeared as -------) then returned to higher than usual number. Jan 2, started car, very strong…
ODI 11176270
Engine
Sport honda confirmed that gasoline is mixed in with oil...the oil stick has very black oil up high on the stick. On several ocsasions in jan 2019 a strong chemical smell appeared in the car cabin... The gas mileage dropped abruptly at this time by 12% the honda dealer has know about this problem since early morning jan 31,2019 and has not returned my 2 phone calls. The strong smell only occured while driving.
ODI 11173526
Engine
Oil dilution. The oil level in the crankcase continually rises due to gas seepage causing premature wear to the engine. Ongoing since purchased vehicle new. The engine also never warms up to operating temperature unless your going highway speeds. This is highly unsatisfactory when around town.
ODI 11171612
Engine
My 2018 cry had over ful oil level on dipstick and bad smell of fuel in oil. Took it into dealership and they acknowledged the issue was known in northern states but not in texas where i live. The service manager said a fix is being issued in northern states and he said that he would call me in few weeks to schedule the fix for my crv. It's been 1 month and i have not heard from service manager. I checked oil level…
ODI 11164600
Engine
Oil dilution, over full oil mark, engine oil leak noticed when stationary. Gas smell inside vehicle.
ODI 11165328
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Honda gas in oil. When in for their recall. Oil was changed and a/c module replaced. I never checked the oil for gas but feel this problem must cause some engine damage. Would like to see a formal recall with proper corrective action. Dealer seemed evasive when asked to explain the problem, no big deal just gas in the oil.
ODI 11164112
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 honda cr-v. The contact noticed that fuel was mixing with the engine oil. There was also a loss of power and brake functionality as various warning indicators and gauges flashed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed to southeastern honda (3125 us-1, palm bay, fl 32905, [redacted]), but the cause of the failure could not be determined. A loaner vehicle was not offered. The vehicle…
ODI 11164218
Engine
Purchased honda 2018 crv touring in october of 2018. In december received letter from honda regarding a fix for the oil dilution issue. Oil change 12/27/18 and again 5/30/19 at 3544 miles as oil above full on dipstick. Oil change again 8/21/19 at 7,386 miles for same issue. Now at 10,971 needing oil change again because of excess oil/fuel mixture. Also, still getting gas smell in the cabin of the vehicle. On going…
ODI 11291172
Engine · Unknown Or Other
Have a 2018 honda crv with the 2.4l engine, i keep getting a gas/ exhuast smell inside the passenger cab while it is idling (statioary) and fuel smell in engine oil. Took it to the dealer they said they were unable to duplicate customers concern and thos motor does not have a recall on it. Mybe it should. The promblem just happened again, i am going to take it in again. This is my family car, this should not be…
ODI 11174369
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
October 2018 we took our new c rv on a trip to nashville, tn from traverse city, mi. The check engine light came on and the oil can icon lit up. I called the honda dealer where i bought the c rv from and they had no idea what was going on. I got out and checked the oil and found it high. I brought the honda to a quick lube to check it. They changed the oil then sent me on my way. After arriving back home tc a few…
ODI 11163820
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 honda cr-v. While driving the vehicle, the contact noticed an abnormal odor of fuel in the engine oil. Additionally, when the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle idled. The vehicle was taken to bobby rahal honda of state college (located at 2796 w college ave, state college, pa 16801, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the software needed to be updated. The vehicle was…
ODI 11164903
Engine · Visibility/Wiper
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the heater failed to defrost the windshield. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor on the oil dipstick. The contact stated that the vehicle had to be driven before the vehicle warmed up. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to mclarty honda ([redacted], little rock, ar, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed…
ODI 11163744
Engine
I can smell gas in the car, but i don't see a leak. Happens when the car is cold.
ODI 11163219
Engine
Engine oil contaminated by gasoline. Strong smell of gasoline in oil and cabin. Oil has the viscosity of water. Nhtsa needs to step up and do its job and force honda to recall this vehicle. Called honda customer service and asked if the tested crv engine and all i received was silence over the phone. My engine has been compromised as i drove 12,000 miles so far. If nhtsa does not do its job in recalling this vehicle…
ODI 11163080
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Gasoline mixing with engine oil,oil level rising above full mark diluting engine oil.will possibly cause pre mature engine damage.smell of gasoline in oil.honda is claiming this is normal..this is not normal!
ODI 11163001
Engine
The vehicle exhibited minor pinging noise from engine and gas smell in cabin starting about september 2018. I called to have scheduled maintenance done as at about 5k miles. Honda motorwerks of la crosse service rep said wait until notified. Notification occurred and at same time i noticed louder ping. I schedule appt. At that appt on 12/19/2018 campaign recall: 18-114:6du00 was performed. I was assured the recall…
ODI 11162636