2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

6 safety recalls on file

The 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 116 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (72 reports).

6Recalls
116Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid recalls

Tire repair kit bottle cap can detach and become a projectile

Recall 26V663Oct 8, 20264,804 vehicles affected

Certain 2023-2026 Honda Accord Hybrid, CR-V Hybrid, and 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles have a tire repair kit in which pressure can build inside the sealant bottle while the kit is in use.

Tire repair kit bottle cap can detach and strike someone

Recall 26V366Jun 4, 20261,048,613 vehicles affected

Certain Honda Accord Hybrid, CR-V Hybrid, and CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles from model years 2023 through 2026 have a problem with the temporary tire repair kit.

Fuel Pump May Crack and Leak, Raising Fire Risk

Recall 24V763Oct 14, 2024720,810 vehicles affected

The high-pressure fuel pump in these vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.

Steering May Be Hard to Turn, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 24V744Oct 3, 20241,693,199 vehicles affected

A steering gearbox assembly in certain vehicles may have been built incorrectly.

Battery Defect Can Cause Sparks, Fire or Power Loss

Recall 24V745Oct 3, 202498 vehicles affected

Some high-voltage traction batteries in these vehicles may have been built incorrectly.

Loss of Drive Power Can Raise Crash Risk

Recall 23V588Aug 17, 202319 vehicles affected

Certain 2023 hybrid vehicles may have an electronic continuously variable transmission (e-CVT) that was improperly manufactured.

Most common 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid problems

Problem areas named in the 116 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering72
Lane Departure16
Electrical System10
Unknown Or Other9
Fuel System, Gasoline9
Forward Collision Avoidance8
Fuel/Propulsion System7
Engine7
Service Brakes5
Power Train5

What owners report

2026-09-04, Engine
Car completely shut down with every warning light going off. Before 95,000 the head gasket blew with zero warning signs! All the warning lamps came on only the day the car totally stopped working. No prior warning or signs before.
2026-09-02, Fuel/Propulsion System
I was driving my 2023 Honda CRV Hybrid on the [XXX] on Sunday, XXX. 5 minutes prior to reaching the interchange where the [XXX] connects to the [XXX], all of the lights on my dashboard flash on, but the car was still running. I got onto the [XXX] and prior to reaching the [XXX] exit, my car suddenly stops accelerating at full power. As I push on the accelerator, I can barely move my car. I pull over to the side of the highway and put my car in park. Quietly panicking (not to stress out my [XXX] old who was sleeping in the backseat), I put my car back in drive and see that I can slowly move forward. I get back onto the freeway and exit via the [XXX] exit. There is a park right there so I slow
2026-08-28, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2023 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the message "Engine Overheating Do Not Drive" displayed, and a red Check Engine warning light illuminated. The contact smelled smoke and observed smoke coming from the interior vents. On each occasion, the contact pulled over safely, turned off the vehicle for nearly an hour, and then restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the head gasket had failed with potential engine damage, and the head gasket and engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact associated the failure with an unknown recall. The manufacturer was notified of t
2026-08-14, Engine
The contact owns a 2023 Honda CR-V. The contact scheduled an appointment for a maintenance repair on the vehicle and was informed that recall services would also be performed on the vehicle while the vehicle was with the dealer. The vehicle received repairs under 23-049 (HYBCKP Emission Recall) and 24-049 (HTBrid Press Fuel Safety Recall). Upon retrieving the vehicle, the contact stated that an "Engine Temperature Too Hot" message was displayed on the instrument panel within 5 miles of driving. The dealer was alerted to the failure, and the contact was instructed to bring the vehicle back to the dealer. The vehicle was taken to the vehicle the following day and another message "Avoid Acceler
2026-08-11, Engine
2023 Honda CRV hybrid bought from dealership in Clarksville, Indiana. at 63,000 miles the head gasket blew causing major damage. Regular maintenance and oil changes done. Technician said the component just failed for no known reason and exploded. Repair priced at $5300 Honda Corporation refusing to provide any assistance. Research shows many people having same issues of blown head gaskets at only around 60,000 miles of CRV Hybrid.

2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid questions

Does the 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid: Tire repair kit bottle cap can detach and become a projectile; Tire repair kit bottle cap can detach and strike someone; Fuel Pump May Crack and Leak, Raising Fire Risk; Steering May Be Hard to Turn, Raising Crash Risk; Battery Defect Can Cause Sparks, Fire or Power Loss. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid?

Based on 116 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (72), Lane Departure (16), Electrical System (10).

How do I check if a recall on my 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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