CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Honda CR-V has 13 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 468 complaints with NHTSA, including 44 crashes, 25 fires, 39 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (127 reports).
2003 Honda CR-V recalls
Driver window switch can overheat, posing fire risk
Moisture can get into the driver's side power window master switch on certain 2002 to 2006 Honda CR-V vehicles.
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Shrapnel
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture because its propellant can degrade over time after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature swings.
Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal shards
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in certain vehicles may rupture due to propellant degradation after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature cycling.
Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture during deployment because of a manufacturing error.
Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly in a Crash
A front passenger air bag may have been installed incorrectly when it was replaced, so it may not deploy properly in a crash.
Passenger Front Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator may be affected by moisture intrusion over time.
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator can be affected by moisture intrusion and manufacturing variability.
Most common 2003 Honda CR-V problems
Problem areas named in the 468 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 127 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 86 |
| Electrical System | 63 |
| Exterior Lighting | 45 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 32 |
| Equipment | 30 |
| Power Train | 24 |
| Unknown Or Other | 24 |
| Visibility | 20 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 17 |
What owners report
I got over to the edge of the road to avoid hitting a animal, and hit a small rock (with front passenger tire) and then subsequently had a spontaneous deployment and rupture of my passenger airbag, then my driver airbag deployed. A fire then came from the passenger airbag, with lots of dust in the air. I could not understand why a very small bump triggered the airbags and was shocked by the first, I was able to put out the fire but experienced minor burns on my middle finger and thumb on my right hand, I could hear out of left ear and had ringing the right and the next day the hearing is better on the left but still very muffled on the right. I then did some internet searching and saw the a
Corrosion of the rear frame led to the trailing arm separating, and I nearly hit a tree.
SRS LIGHT CAME ON 2 MONTHS AGO. FEAR FOR MY SAFETY. RECALL PLEASE. ELECTRICAL. BACK RT WINDOW AND RT FRONT DOOR LOCK CANNOT BE OPERATED FROM FRONT DRIVER DOOR. LIGHTING. BACK INTERIOR LIGHT DOES NOT TURN OFF AUTOMATICALLY. Paint is peeling from all over the car, especially on the front of it. Looks ghastly.
The contact owns a 2003 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated, and the engine fan was inoperable causing the engine to overheat. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who replaced the thermostat, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted regarding the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 143,000.
I let my daughter borrow my crv, she was coming backing from making errands going around a corner and she could not control the vehicle, she continued to try to turn the wheel in the direction she wanted to go but it would not, she ended up hitting another vehicle and came to a rest in someoneâs yard. The officer on the scene did not want to sight her but had to under the law failure to control, he could see it was a mechanical failure. My vehicle has been maintained by several good mechanics but where the frame broke unless you pulled all the plastic down you would never know the frame was rotted. My daughter was 6.5 months pregnant at the time and her doctors told her to go get emerge
2003 Honda CR-V questions
Does the 2003 Honda CR-V have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls for the 2003 Honda CR-V: Driver window switch can overheat, posing fire risk; Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Shrapnel; Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal shards; Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Honda CR-V?
Based on 468 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (127), Engine And Engine Cooling (86), Electrical System (63).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 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.