CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Honda CR-V has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 673 complaints with NHTSA, including 38 crashes, 4 fires, 23 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (243 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 4 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2015 Honda CR-V recalls
Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Wrong Pistons in Replacement Engine Can Cause Stalling
Certain replacement engines installed in these vehicles may have been built with the wrong pistons.
Engine Bolts May Loosen, Causing Stalls or Fire Risk
Certain 2014 and 2015 Honda Accord and 2015 CR-V vehicles may have been assembled with connecting rod bolts that were not torqued correctly.
Most common 2015 Honda CR-V problems
Problem areas named in the 673 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 243 |
| Power Train | 150 |
| Unknown Or Other | 144 |
| Electrical System | 85 |
| Steering | 45 |
| Seats | 39 |
| Structure | 36 |
| Service Brakes | 36 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 32 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 31 |
What owners report
Doors unlock when driving No apparent reason. Doors do not open and relock when I press the lock button. It's been a long time problem
I am reporting a potential safety defect involving the transmission housing of my 2015 Honda CR-V. The transmission housing has been diagnosed as porous, allowing transmission fluid to leak through the housing itself. This is not ordinary maintenance or normal wear; the transmission casing is allowing fluid to escape because of an apparent defect in the housing material. The vehicle has approximately 115,158 miles. The condition was diagnosed by a Honda dealership, JL Freed & Sons, and I was advised that the transmission housing is porous and that the transmission requires significant repair/replacement at an estimated cost of approximately $5,900. I believe this condition presents a pote
9/18/26 During driving at city road speeds (25-40 mph) vehicle unexpectedly stalls. Vehicle does restart. Light on dash was illuminated. Code p0685 on OBD reader. Code cleared to attempt to obtain solid evidence of issue. Light again appeared 6 days later when accelerating up hill at 20mph. Taken to dealership where they confirmed same code. Vehicle repaired at dealership on 9/28/26 - Repair required new battery and complete power train control module as well as power train relay fuse to be replaced. Vehicle still has slight hesitation uphill.
Vehicle stalls when it sits overnight and is put in reverse. Stalk happens after going in reverse for a few feet such as backing out of the driveway or parking space
On XXX, I had an accident where I rear-ended a vehicle stopped at an intersection, when I simultaneously pressed my brake and accelerator pedal due to a hazardous brake pedal/accelerator pedal positioning. Only one week prior I had described/argued the exact accident scenario with the service mgr of First Texas Honda Svc Ctr ([XXX]) after taking my CR-V in for brake evaluation/servicing. He said nothingâs wrong with my brake pedal. Iâve owned my car for 10 yrs and have experienced these situations numerous (<20+X) times, as one of two scenarios: In a slow stop and an emergency stop, WHERE THE BRAKE PEDAL DOES NOT STOP AT A REASONABLE DISTANCE ABOVE THE LEVEL OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. The
2015 Honda CR-V safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Honda CR-V SUV AWD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (17.4% rollover risk) |
| 2015 Honda CR-V SUV FWD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (17.4% rollover risk) |
2015 Honda CR-V questions
Does the 2015 Honda CR-V have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2015 Honda CR-V: Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving; Wrong Pistons in Replacement Engine Can Cause Stalling; Engine Bolts May Loosen, Causing Stalls or Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Honda CR-V?
Based on 673 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (243), Power Train (150), Unknown Or Other (144).
How safe is the 2015 Honda CR-V?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2015 Honda CR-V up to 4 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 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.