How common are electrical problems in the 2023 Honda CR-V?

NHTSA lists 32 Electrical System complaints for the 2023 CR-V, which is 6% of the 515 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2023 Honda CR-V electrical system?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2023 CR-V.

What electrical issues do owners report on the 2023 CR-V?

Owners describe sudden power loss with multiple warning lights, a failed 12-volt battery/power control unit, a speedometer reading 0 MPH while moving, and headlight assembly failures.

At what mileage do electrical failures tend to happen on the 2023 CR-V?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 894 miles.

Were there any injuries or fires linked to electrical complaints?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2023 CR-V lists 2 crashes, 1 fire, and 4 injuries among the reported complaints.

2023 Honda CR-V Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 32 Electrical System complaints for the 2023 Honda CR-V, 6% of its 515 total complaints. Owners reported issues like sudden power loss with warning-system faults, a 12-volt battery/power control unit failure near 894 miles, and headlight and speedometer malfunctions. No related recall is listed.

Electrical System complaints: 32; 6% of 515
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 4
Median mileage: 894 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Vehicle loses electrical power while driving, triggering adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation, and smart entry warnings.
Speedometer drops to 0 MPH while the vehicle is still moving, accompanied by multiple dashboard warning lights.
A critical warning light appears soon after purchase, indicating the 12-volt battery is not charging, requiring a tow and power control unit replacement.
Driver-side headlight assembly fails completely, losing low beam, high beam, and turn signal function.
Remote start and keyless entry fail to respond in cold temperatures, with no flash confirmation from the lock system.
One vehicle caught fire near the engine area while parked, with a witness reporting popping sounds before flames appeared.

When 2023 Honda CR-V electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 1, 2023, latest Sep 19, 2026.

32 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2023 to Sep 2026; peak Dec 2023 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2023 Honda CR-V

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by CR-V model year

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

201048 (10%)
201158 (10%)
201281 (20%)
201367 (18%)
201497 (17%)
201587 (13%)
201666 (17%)
2017412 (23%)
2018289 (13%)
2019166 (15%)
202050 (14%)
202136 (11%)
202214 (5%)
202332 (6%)
202442 (11%)
202521 (8%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems in the 2023 Honda CR-V?: NHTSA lists 32 Electrical System complaints for the 2023 CR-V, which is 6% of the 515 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2023 Honda CR-V electrical system?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2023 CR-V.
What electrical issues do owners report on the 2023 CR-V?: Owners describe sudden power loss with multiple warning lights, a failed 12-volt battery/power control unit, a speedometer reading 0 MPH while moving, and headlight assembly failures.
At what mileage do electrical failures tend to happen on the 2023 CR-V?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 894 miles.
Were there any injuries or fires linked to electrical complaints?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2023 CR-V lists 2 crashes, 1 fire, and 4 injuries among the reported complaints.