2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid ranks worst of 6 model years, with a complaint index of 100 and 116 complaints, mostly Steering (62%). It carries 5 recalls, including a steering worm gear fix and a high-voltage battery module recall, earning an Avoid verdict.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 100/100
- #1 of 6 CR-V Hybrid years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 116
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 5
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 1
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 1
- Top issue
- Steering
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 38.5
- 41.5 city / 35 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
Top 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Steering72 (62%)
- Fuel System16 (14%)
- Lane Departure13 (11%)
- Electrical System11 (9%)
- Engine9 (8%)
- Other9 (8%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras7 (6%)
- Brakes6 (5%)
- Transmission & Powertrain5 (4%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires4 (3%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Steering feels sticky or briefly stuck at highway speeds above 40 mph, sometimes requiring overcorrection when it releases.
- Small steering wheel adjustments become hard to make, with the issue appearing and disappearing without a dashboard warning.
- An electrical fire started near the infotainment system while the vehicle was parked and off, melting the dash and consoles.
- The electronic parking brake failed to engage after the vehicle was parked and turned off, showing a dealer-visit message.
- During heavy rain, the car lost power and would not accelerate past 25 mph while collision mitigation and lane departure warnings displayed.
- The USB port, map screen, and heating system became inoperable while driving on a very low-mileage vehicle.
2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V366000Jun 4, 2026Suspension, Wheels & Tires1,048,613 vehicles
Tires:temporary/emergency spare tire
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.
Risk: A detached bottle cap can become a projectile and strike the user or others nearby, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 24V763000Oct 14, 2024Fuel System720,810 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
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.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 24V744000Oct 3, 2024Steering1,693,199 vehicles
Steering
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.
Risk: Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 41.5 MPG
- Highway
- 35 MPG
- Combined
- 38.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $1,675
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2023 compared with other CR-V Hybrid years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2023 CR-V Hybrid ranks 1st worst out of 6 model years, with a complaint index of 100, the highest among CR-V Hybrid years.
- What is the main problem with the 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid?
- Steering is the top problem area, accounting for 72 of 116 complaints (62%), with a median failure mileage of 10,600 miles.
- Does the 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid have a steering recall?
- Yes. NHTSA recall 24V744000 covers a worm gear spring issue in the steering system, requiring dealers to replace the spring and add grease.
- How many recalls does the 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid have?
- NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2023 CR-V Hybrid, covering the tire repair kit, fuel pump, steering, high-voltage battery, and e-CVT transmission.
- Which CR-V Hybrid years are better than 2023?
- The 2020 and 2022 model years rate Best, and 2021 rates Good, all with lower complaint indexes than the 2023 model's 100.