How many transmission and powertrain complaints does the 2016 Honda CR-V have?

NHTSA lists 45 complaints in the Transmission & Powertrain category for the 2016 CR-V, making up 11% of the 393 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for 2016 Honda CR-V transmission or powertrain problems?

No. The data shows no related recalls tied to this complaint area for the 2016 CR-V.

At what mileage do 2016 CR-V transmission problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure for complaints in this area is 22,000 miles.

Did any 2016 CR-V transmission complaints involve crashes or injuries?

Yes. Among the 45 complaints in this area, NHTSA records 1 crash and 3 injuries, with no fires reported.

2016 Honda CR-V Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 45 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2016 Honda CR-V, 11% of its 393 total complaints for the year. The median mileage at failure is 22,000 miles, and there are no related recalls in this area.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 45; 11% of 393
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 22,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report the engine stalling shortly after backing up or shifting out of park, sometimes intermittently and only upon first starting the vehicle in the morning.
Some describe sudden loss of power or engine shutoff while driving at highway speed, in one case accompanied by a noise near the fuel tank and later found to be a failed fuel pump.
Several complaints mention a strong burning smell and smoke from the engine bay, traced in one case to a seized water pump that snapped the drive belt.
One owner reported coolant mixing with the CVT transmission fluid, which led the vehicle to fail to start and emit an abnormal odor.
A vibration felt through the vehicle while stopped in gear, occurring when engine rpm drops to a low idle range, was also reported.

When 2016 Honda CR-V transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 26, 2016, latest Oct 16, 2024.

45 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2016 to Oct 2024; peak Aug 2016 (3).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2016 Honda CR-V

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by CR-V model year

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

201030 (6%)
201114 (3%)
201248 (12%)
201395 (25%)
201468 (12%)
2015148 (22%)
201645 (11%)
2017144 (8%)
201863 (3%)
201920 (2%)
202020 (6%)
202112 (4%)
202210 (4%)
202314 (3%)
202419 (5%)
20255 (2%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission and powertrain complaints does the 2016 Honda CR-V have?: NHTSA lists 45 complaints in the Transmission & Powertrain category for the 2016 CR-V, making up 11% of the 393 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2016 Honda CR-V transmission or powertrain problems?: No. The data shows no related recalls tied to this complaint area for the 2016 CR-V.
At what mileage do 2016 CR-V transmission problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure for complaints in this area is 22,000 miles.
Did any 2016 CR-V transmission complaints involve crashes or injuries?: Yes. Among the 45 complaints in this area, NHTSA records 1 crash and 3 injuries, with no fires reported.