2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid recalls and problems

6 recalls and 116 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid.

6
recalls
116
owner complaints
1
complaints mentioning a crash
1
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.

2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid recalls

Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire

NHTSA campaign 26V663000 · reported October 8, 2026 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 4,804 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles that were previously remedied under NHTSA recall number 26V366. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.
The risk
A detached bottle cap can become a projectile and strike the user or others nearby, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the tire repair kit nozzle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 16, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is PPW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 17, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 26V366 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire

NHTSA campaign 26V366000 · reported June 4, 2026 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 1,048,613 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025-2026 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.
The risk
A detached bottle cap can become a projectile and strike the user or others nearby, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the tire repair kit nozzle or sealant bottle, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in Fall 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is DOV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 11, 2026.

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 24V763000 · reported October 14, 2024 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 720,810 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid, and 2025 Honda Civic and Civic Hybrid vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 20, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PJW.

Steering

NHTSA campaign 24V744000 · reported October 3, 2024 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 1,693,199 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
The risk
Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.

Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery

NHTSA campaign 24V745000 · reported October 3, 2024 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 98 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid vehicles. The high voltage battery modules may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the battery terminal or busbar to break and spark.
The risk
An electrical spark increases the risk of an injury or fire. In addition, a loss of drive power may occur, which can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the battery module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 27, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is HJR.

Power train: automatic transmission, internal, CVT

NHTSA campaign 23V588000 · reported August 17, 2023 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 19 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 CR-V Hybrid and Accord Hybrid vehicles. The electronic transmission may have been improperly manufactured, which can result in a loss of drive power.
The risk
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the electronic continuously variable transmission (e-CVT), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 11, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are NFG and HFF.

Most reported problems

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

What owners report

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

Sep 4, 2026 · 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.

Sep 2, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system

I was driving my 2023 Honda CRV Hybrid on the […] on Sunday, …. 5 minutes prior to reaching the interchange where the […] connects to the […], all of the lights on my dashboard flash on, but the car was still running. I got onto the […] and prior to reaching the […] exit, my car suddenly stops accelerating at full…

Aug 28, 2026 · Engine and engine cooling · 193,000 miles

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…

Aug 14, 2026 · Engine · 79,276 miles

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…

Aug 11, 2026 · 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…

CR-V Hybrid model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2020 58540
2021 310650
2022 47971
2023 611611
2024 48931
2025 52951
2026 2510

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

Questions

Does the 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid, the most recent reported on October 8, 2026 (Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid?
Owners have filed 116 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (72 complaints), followed by lane departure (13).
How many 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 116 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 4, 2026.