Does the 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid, the most recent reported on May 21, 2026 (Air bags: sensor, occupant classification, front passenger). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid?

Owners have filed 106 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (37 complaints), followed by electrical system (24).

How many 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?

5 of 106 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid recalls and problems

3 recalls and 106 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid.

recalls

106

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid recalls

Air bags: sensor, occupant classification, front passenger

NHTSA campaign 26V332000 · reported May 21, 2026 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 98,892 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
The risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.

Air bags: sensor, occupant classification, front passenger

NHTSA campaign 24V064000 · reported February 1, 2024 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 750,114 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
The risk: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery, cables

NHTSA campaign 23V844000 · reported December 13, 2023 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 106,030 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid vehicles. The 12-Volt battery cable routed outside of the body frame is missing a fuse on the power circuit, which can allow the battery cable to short circuit or overheat during a crash.
The risk: An overheated battery cable or short circuit can increase the risk of a fire or injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the battery cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is FGB.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine37
Electrical system24
Forward collision avoidance22
Fuel/propulsion system16
Vehicle speed control15
Unknown or other13
Power train12
Service brakes8
Steering6
Structure3

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 20, 2026 · Engine
I was recently informed that my request was denied because my vehicle is currently at 160,000 miles, which exceeds the 150,000-mile threshold. However, I would like to clarify the timeline of events regarding this issue: - Prior to reaching my current mileage, I brought my vehicle into the dealership for inspection…

Oct 19, 2026 · Engine
I was driving, the check engine light started flashing at me, then the accelerator stopped working. Probably related to active investigation PE25016.

Sep 29, 2026 · Vehicle speed control
I was driving my 2021 Honda CR-V hybrid touring at approximately 55 mph on […] near the […] exit. The vehicle had been operating normally. Approximately 115 miles before the incident. I had filled the vehicle with gasoline at BJ's in […]. At approximately 11:50 am on …, the malfunction indicator lamp (check-engine…

Sep 9, 2026 · Power train
August 13, 2026- Driver was traveling on Route 30 West approaching the Reeceville Exit. Driver attempted to pass a tractor trailer. As car accelerated to pass tractor trail, engine light flashed and car lost the ability to accelerate. As driver lost ability to power the car, he allowed truck to pass him and then…

Sep 2, 2026 · Engine
2021 CR-V Hybrid, approximately 103,000 miles. Multiple incidents of loss of propulsion at highway speed with engine shaking and a flashing MIL. Cycling the ignition restores normal operation, and the codes disappear. I have had it scanned, and no errors show up. Spark plugs and ignition coils have been replaced. The…

CR-V Hybrid model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2020	5	85	4	0
2021	3	106	5	0
2022	4	79	7	1
2023	6	116	1	1
2024	4	89	3	1

Across all years, the 2023 CR-V Hybrid has the most complaints (116). All Honda CR-V Hybrid years →

Questions

Does the 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid, the most recent reported on May 21, 2026 (Air bags: sensor, occupant classification, front passenger). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid?: Owners have filed 106 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (37 complaints), followed by electrical system (24).
How many 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?: 5 of 106 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 20, 2026.