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2013 Honda CR-V Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 15 Fuel System complaints for the 2013 Honda CR-V, 4% of its 382 total complaints for the year. A related recall (23V858000) covers fuel pump module replacement, and the median mileage at failure was 2,571.

Fuel System complaints
15
4% of 382
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Median mileage
2,571 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

  • Owners report sudden unintended acceleration or a delayed brake response while stopped or slowing in traffic, in some cases resulting in a crash.
  • Several owners describe hesitation or a lurch when lightly accelerating from a coast around 10-12 mph, where the engine RPM does not respond until the pedal is pressed hard.
  • Some drivers report judder or vibration between 25 and 45 mph during light acceleration, which owners associate with the fuel or accelerator response system.
  • One owner reported the vehicle shaking, humming, and then suddenly shutting off mid-turn with no warning lights.
  • Others report smelling gas intermittently while the engine is running, with the odor fading after opening the windows.
  • A fuel vapor sensor or valve issue was flagged early on as a recurring concern across Honda vehicles.

When 2013 Honda CR-V fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 31, 2013, latest Mar 26, 2026.

2013 Honda CR-V fuel system complaints: complaints filed per month1Jul 2013Oct 2013Sep 2014Jan 2015Sep 2015Aug 2018Jun 2025Mar 2026
15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2013 to Mar 2026; peak Jul 2013 (1).

Fuel System recalls for the 2013 Honda CR-V

  1. NHTSA 23V858000Dec 18, 2023Fuel System2,490,460 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

    Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

Fuel System complaints by CR-V model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 20107 (1%)
  2. 20118 (1%)
  3. 20128 (2%)
  4. 201315 (4%)
  5. 201420 (3%)
  6. 201535 (5%)
  7. 201672 (18%)
  8. 2017378 (21%)
  9. 2018599 (28%)
  10. 2019260 (24%)
  11. 202048 (14%)
  12. 202127 (8%)
  13. 202211 (4%)
  14. 202324 (5%)
  15. 202438 (10%)
  16. 202529 (12%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2013 Honda CR-V have?
NHTSA lists 15 Fuel System complaints for the 2013 Honda CR-V, making up 4% of the 382 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2013 Honda CR-V?
Yes. Recall 23V858000, reported December 18, 2023, covers a range of Honda and Acura vehicles including the 2013-2023 CR-V. Dealers replace the fuel pump module free of charge.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?
NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 2,571 miles at failure for fuel system complaints on the 2013 CR-V.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?
NHTSA records 2 crashes and 1 injury among the 15 Fuel System complaints for the 2013 CR-V, with no fires reported.
How does the 2013 CR-V compare to other years for fuel system complaints?
The 2013 CR-V's 4% share is lower than later years like 2017 (21%) and 2018 (28%), which show much higher fuel system complaint rates.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.