How many transmission complaints does NHTSA have for the 2018 Honda CR-V?

NHTSA lists 63 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2018 CR-V, which is 3% of the 2,141 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2018 Honda CR-V?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the Transmission & Powertrain area on the 2018 CR-V.

At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up on the 2018 CR-V?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 8,750 miles.

Are the 2018 CR-V's transmission complaints worse than other years?

The 2018 CR-V's 3% share of complaints in this area is lower than years like 2013 (25%) and 2015 (22%), based on NHTSA data across model years.

2018 Honda CR-V Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 63 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2018 Honda CR-V, 3% of its 2,141 total complaints for the year. Median mileage at failure is 8,750 miles. No related recalls are listed for this area.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 63; 3% of 2,141
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 8,750 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report the gear shifter can appear engaged in drive or park when it is not, leading to unexpected rollback or rollaway.
Some describe the vehicle failing to accelerate past low speeds, with warning lights illuminated and the transmission described as clunky while shifting.
Several report the vehicle entering limp mode during acceleration, accompanied by a check engine light, forcing the driver to pull over.
One owner described a sudden high-speed surge while parked, with the gear shifter failing to fully engage before the vehicle crashed.

When 2018 Honda CR-V transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 20, 2018, latest Sep 7, 2026.

63 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2018 to Sep 2026; peak May 2025 (5).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2018 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.

200525 (5%)
200625 (6%)
200736 (4%)
200837 (4%)
200911 (3%)
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 complaints does NHTSA have for the 2018 Honda CR-V?: NHTSA lists 63 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2018 CR-V, which is 3% of the 2,141 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2018 Honda CR-V?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the Transmission & Powertrain area on the 2018 CR-V.
At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up on the 2018 CR-V?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 8,750 miles.
Are the 2018 CR-V's transmission complaints worse than other years?: The 2018 CR-V's 3% share of complaints in this area is lower than years like 2013 (25%) and 2015 (22%), based on NHTSA data across model years.