CarComplaints.com Notes: Honda redesigned the CR-V for the 2007 model year to kick off the 3rd-generation of the popular SUV. Unfortunately that redesign came with malfunctioning door locksand shoddy tires that wear out fast.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
82,385 miles

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2007 Honda CR-V Owner Comments

problem #12

Sep 252022

CR-V

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

My catalytic converter was stolen when my car was parked. Honda owners has been targeted for its catalytic converters, and there are numerous reports of Honda-€™s cats being stolen. Honda has a major defect where it makes it easier for thieves to steal the cat in minutes. There are 3 major flaws with the product. 1) Hondas don-€™t automatically come with a cat converter steel shield, cage, or other protector to make them harder to steal. 2) Hondas don-€™t install their cat in the engine compartment like other car manufacturers to deter theft. 3) Honda-€™s cat contains valuable materials, which is why they are targeted. Other car brands tend to have less valuable catalysts so thieves are not incentivized to steal them. Because there are many cats being stolen, there is a shortage to replace them, and car owners have to wait weeks to months to get their cat replaced. It-€™s been almost 2 weeks, and my car is still at the mechanic-€™s waiting for a replacement catalytic converter. My safety, and the safety of my family, including two kids, were compromised because I had to drive my family home (and we live in a hilly area) without a cat as it was stolen Sunday evening, and I had to wait until the next day to get it to the mechanic-€™s. The warning light appeared when I started the car, but by the telltale sound my car made, I already knew the cat was stolen. A police report was filed and the claim with my insurance was completed. Cats are very expensive to replace and an inconvenience for a 1-car family. Now we don-€™t have a car to do basic necessities like take the kids to school, go grocery shopping for the family, go to work, and go to doctor appointments.

- El Cerrito, CA, USA

problem #11

Mar 102019

CR-V

  • 107,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-V. while driving 40 mph and approaching a stop, the vehicle lost power without warning. The failure occurred intermittently. The contact pulled the vehicle over and had it towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic repaired the starter and starter relay, but the failure recurred. Multiple unknown dealers were contacted, but diagnostic testing was not provided. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 107,000.

- Saratoga Springs, NY, USA

problem #10

Mar 062018

CR-V 4-cyl

  • miles
The contact owns a 2008 Honda CR-V. while driving 20 mph, the vehicle decelerated and lost power. As a result, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the contact's vehicle. The contact felt ill and drowsy prior to the crash. The air bags did not deploy. The contact suffered neck and back injuries, which required medical attention. A police report was filed. The dealer was not contacted for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that a new bumper was needed and the rear passenger side tail light needed repairing. The body damage was repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown. (just a side not carfax's year is 2007, )

- Haynesville, AL, USA

problem #9

Oct 062018

CR-V

  • 11,850 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Purchased the 2017 CR-V in October 2017. Noticed gasoline odor exists in engine oil during a routine self-checking prior to the 1st oil change on May 19, 2018. Mentioned to Honda dealership service representative (livermore Honda in California), but the dealership representative said it is not an issue. Base on the vehicle maintenance minder, the oil life is at 40% as of first week of October, I notice the gasoline odor, again, presents in the engine oil again. Although the engine is currently in working condition, it seems the gasoline odor presents in engine oil is unusual.

- Dublin, CA, USA

problem #8

Jul 012008

CR-V

  • 120,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-V. while driving 35 mph, the vehicle shuddered and vibrated without warning. The vehicle was taken to don jacobs Honda (2699 regency rd, lexington, ky 40503, (859) 276-5555) where the oil, plates, and rear differential were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

- Lexington, KY, USA

problem #7

Sep 152018

CR-V

  • 123,266 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-V. while the contact's daughter was driving 35 mph, the steering wheel failed to move and there was power steering fluid leaking from the vehicle. Additionally, the vehicle stalled. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the power steering and rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was 123,266.

- Glendale, AZ, USA

problem #6

Oct 022016

CR-V

  • 125,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-V. while driving at an unknown speed, the engine stalled and caught fire. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The contact extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #5

Jan 302016

CR-V

  • 160,000 miles
Airconditioning system clutch or conpressor. Something went wrong. Then we find out there was a bulletin issued for this problem in 2012, we owned the vehicle then and never got any info about this. Why?

- Dry Run, PA, USA

problem #4

Nov 102015

CR-V

  • 111,000 miles
I came out of work and started my car. It smelled horrible, like an electrical fire. I brought it to my Honda dealership and they said it is the clutch mechanism. The A/C compressor failed and it is going to cost $1600 to fix. This was legitimately out of nowhere with no issue up until this point in time and it took me completely by surprise. Upon looking online, there are several reports of similar situations. A recall really should be done. This is an extremely expensive repair for owners to be burdened with.

- Westbrook, ME, USA

problem #3

Sep 102014

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 140,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-V. while parking the vehicle, the gear system failed causing the key not to release from the ignition switch. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed however a failure code was not found. The vehicle was repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000...updated 05/19/15 updated 10/3/2017

- 29 Palm, CA, USA

problem #2

Apr 182014

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 86,000 miles
After pulling into a parking spot at the grocery store, I placed my foot on the brake to put the car in park. All of a sudden, the car lurched forward at a high speed almost hitting the car parked in front of me. I had to depress the brakes all the way to the floor to stop the car (and my brakes are fairly new)! almost scared me to death! I bought the car brand new and have never had this problem. The car gets serviced regularly by the dealer. After this incident I'm afraid to drive for fear it will happen again and next time someone could get hurt or worse.

- Lauderhill, FL, USA

problem #1

May 152009

CR-V

  • 4,500 miles
Honda CRV 2007 issue: Doors when locked by either remote or via car would lock all doors except the drivers. Honda did cover it the first time then a year later the issue happened again but this time was in the back passenger side. Also the front center door light (right side) fails to turn on when you open the doors, it will however turn on when you press the button. Even got a new bulb but issue remained. I use to think Honda was a great car do basic maintenance and you should be set. This is not the case. There are two recalls on this car and Honda has not even notified me of even one of those and when I called the dealer and asked about the power steering pump they didn't mention the recall but stated it would cost $600. Tsb number & issue date tsb title 11-050 Oct 11 recall - ECM/tcm updates to prevent A/T damage tsb title 08-070 Sep 08 campaign - power steering pump seizure.

- Visalia, CA, USA

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