2015 Honda CR-V Engine Problems
Engine complaints make up 271 of 670 total complaints (40%) for the 2015 Honda CR-V, the highest share of any model year in this dataset. Two engine-related recalls exist, including one for replacement engines with incorrect pistons. Median mileage at failure was 1,950 miles.
- Engine complaints
- 271
- 40% of 670
- Crashes reported
- 13
- Fires reported
- 3
- Injuries reported
- 7
- Median mileage
- 1,950 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Owners describe the vehicle lunging or accelerating on its own at very low speeds, often while parking or pulling into a space.
- Several reports describe the engine or vehicle moving forward or backward unexpectedly after the brake pedal was released, sometimes resulting in a crash into another vehicle or structure.
- One owner reported the engine shutting off without warning while driving up an incline, followed by white smoke coming from the hood and a failed restart.
- A burning rubber odor inside the cabin was reported every time the vehicle was started, with the dealer unable to determine the cause.
- One owner reported vibration during acceleration from a stop when turning, which startled the driver.
When 2015 Honda CR-V engine complaints were filed
First complaint Jan 3, 2015, latest May 29, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2015 Honda CR-V
- NHTSA 17V305000May 4, 2017Engine16 vehicles
Engine
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Honda CR-V vehicles that recently received a replacement engine. The replacement engine may have been built with the wrong pistons, potentially affecting the engine's performance.
Risk: The reduced performance may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engines and replace the incorrect components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KF6.
- NHTSA 15V121000Mar 2, 2015Engine137 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Accord L4 vehicles manufactured July 29, 2014, to July 31, 2014, 2015 Accord L4 vehicles manufactured August 14, 2014, to January 30, 2015, and 2015 CR-V vehicles manufactured September 9, 2014, to February 6, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been assembled with improperly torqued connecting rod bolts, which can cause the engine to lose power or leak oil.
Risk: Loss of engine power may result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. If the engine leaks oil in the proximity of hot engine or exhaust components, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine short block, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JP2 (for Accord models) and JP3 (for CR-V models).
Engine complaints by CR-V model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are engine complaints on the 2015 Honda CR-V?
- Engine complaints account for 271 of the 670 total complaints filed for the 2015 CR-V, or 40% of all complaints for that model year, the highest share among the years listed in this dataset.
- Is there a recall for the 2015 Honda CR-V engine?
- Yes. NHTSA lists recall 17V305000 covering 2015-2016 CR-V vehicles that received a replacement engine built with incorrect pistons, and recall 15V121000, which covers engine short block replacement for some 2015 CR-V vehicles.
- At what mileage do 2015 CR-V engine problems tend to occur?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 1,950 miles for engine-area complaints on the 2015 CR-V.
- Have the 2015 CR-V engine issues led to crashes or fires?
- Within the engine complaint data for the 2015 CR-V, NHTSA lists 13 crashes, 3 fires, and 7 injuries.