How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Honda CR-V?

NHTSA lists 32 airbag complaints for the 2016 CR-V, which is 8% of the 393 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there an airbag recall for the 2016 Honda CR-V?

Yes. Recall 15V714000 covers 2016 CR-V models built October 12–19, 2015, for a defective driver airbag inflator housing; Honda replaces the driver-side frontal airbag module free of charge.

Do 2016 CR-V airbags fail to deploy in crashes?

Some owners reported airbags that did not deploy during frontal or rear-end crashes, while others reported partial or unexpected deployment. NHTSA's airbag complaints for this year are linked to 16 crashes and 18 injuries.

At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up on the 2016 CR-V?

The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2016 CR-V is 30,087 miles.

How does the 2016 CR-V compare to other years for airbag complaints?

The 2016 CR-V's 32 airbag complaints and 8% share are lower than 2010 (217 complaints, 45%) and 2011 (295 complaints, 53%), but higher in share than 2017 (2%) and 2018 (1%).

2016 Honda CR-V Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 32 airbag complaints for the 2016 Honda CR-V, 8% of its 393 total complaints for the year, tied to 16 crashes and 18 injuries. A related recall (15V714000) addresses a driver airbag inflator housing defect on cars built October 12–19, 2015.

Airbags complaints: 32; 8% of 393
Crashes reported: 16
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 18
Median mileage: 30,087 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Airbags fail to deploy during moderate-speed frontal or side-impact crashes, leaving occupants unprotected.
Airbags deploy unexpectedly or too aggressively in low-speed collisions, causing burns or forcing an otherwise drivable car to be towed.
Airbags deploy only partially during a crash, failing to fully protect the driver from head or upper-body injury.
Side or curtain airbags deploy during loss-of-control incidents on curves or freeways, sometimes accompanied by reports of erratic steering or braking behavior.
Airbag deployment forces striking the driver's head have been reported to cause the driver to veer off the road after the airbag activates.

When 2016 Honda CR-V airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 21, 2016, latest Jun 19, 2026.

32 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2016 to Jun 2026; peak Dec 2017 (3).

Airbags recalls for the 2016 Honda CR-V

NHTSA 15V714000Oct 29, 2015Airbags515 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
American Honda Motor Company, Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2016 CR-V vehicles manufactured October 12, 2015, to October 19, 2015. The metal housing surrounding the driver's air bag inflator in these vehicles may have been manufactured incorrectly.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began in November 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda'a number for this recall is JV9.

Airbags complaints by CR-V model year

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

2010217 (45%)
2011295 (53%)
201230 (7%)
201327 (7%)
201432 (5%)
201525 (4%)
201632 (8%)
201736 (2%)
201821 (1%)
201979 (7%)
202047 (13%)
202114 (4%)
20222 (1%)
20236 (1%)
20244 (1%)
20257 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Honda CR-V?: NHTSA lists 32 airbag complaints for the 2016 CR-V, which is 8% of the 393 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an airbag recall for the 2016 Honda CR-V?: Yes. Recall 15V714000 covers 2016 CR-V models built October 12–19, 2015, for a defective driver airbag inflator housing; Honda replaces the driver-side frontal airbag module free of charge.
Do 2016 CR-V airbags fail to deploy in crashes?: Some owners reported airbags that did not deploy during frontal or rear-end crashes, while others reported partial or unexpected deployment. NHTSA's airbag complaints for this year are linked to 16 crashes and 18 injuries.
At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up on the 2016 CR-V?: The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2016 CR-V is 30,087 miles.
How does the 2016 CR-V compare to other years for airbag complaints?: The 2016 CR-V's 32 airbag complaints and 8% share are lower than 2010 (217 complaints, 45%) and 2011 (295 complaints, 53%), but higher in share than 2017 (2%) and 2018 (1%).