CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Honda CR-V has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 108 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (32 reports).
1997 Honda CR-V recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture in a Crash
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator in certain Honda and Acura vehicles from the late 1990s and 2000 can absorb moisture because of a manufacturing issue.
Most common 1997 Honda CR-V problems
Problem areas named in the 108 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 32 |
| Air Bags | 30 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 |
| Seats | 9 |
| Tires | 9 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Steering | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
What owners report
My car started going to the side couldnât control it
The contact owns a 1997 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the SRS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 168,470.
WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND ENGINE SHUTS DOWN INCLUDING THE DASH LIGHTS, CREATING A DANGEROUS DRIVING SITUATION.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S FRONT SEAT BELTS FAILED TO UNLATCH FROM THE BUCKLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT YET TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 200,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 20V026000 (AIR BAGS) AND 02V120000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIRS WERE NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS. THE LOCAL DEALER AUTONATION HONDA HOLLYWOOD (2400 N STATE RD 7, HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
1997 Honda CR-V questions
Does the 1997 Honda CR-V have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1997 Honda CR-V: Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture in a Crash; Electrical System:Ignition:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Honda CR-V?
Based on 108 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (32), Air Bags (30), Vehicle Speed Control (9).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Honda CR-V 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.