2007 Honda Cr-v
The Verdict
The 2007 Honda Cr-v has 869 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. The most reported issues are electrical (500 complaints) and body (290 complaints). With a Klunk Score of 5/100, it earns a "Total Klunk" rating. If you're shopping for a Honda Cr-v, consider the 2000 model year which has 84% fewer complaints.
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Klunk Score: Total Klunk
Among the most complained-about vehicle years on record. Strongly consider alternatives.
How is this calculated?
The Klunk Score ranks this vehicle year against all others in our database based on total owner complaints filed with NHTSA. 100 = fewest complaints (top tier), 0 = most complained-about. Scores above 60 are better than average; below 40 means more problems than most.
Recalls 2
Active safety recalls from NHTSA for this vehicle year.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2007-2011 CR-V vehicles that were sold, or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massac...
Risk
A detached rear trailing arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and install a support brace or repair the rear frame, as necessary, free of charge. Depending on the extent of any corrosion damage, Honda may offer to repurchase the vehicle....
Reported Apr 10, 2026
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Honda CR-V vehicles which have had the passenger frontal air bag replaced. The air bag inflator repair kit may have been assembled b...
Risk
If an inflator with an incorrect wire harness is installed, the air bag may not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2017. Owners may contact Honda ...
Reported Apr 10, 2026
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Under the Hood
Each number is a complaint. Darker = bigger problem.
| Year | Body | Brakes | Electrical | Engine | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 43 | 1 | 62 | 18 | 15 |
| 2001 | 43 | 2 | 63 | 37 | 7 |
| 2002 | 143 | 25 | 253 | 79 | 27 |
| 2003 | 143 | 20 | 204 | 102 | 24 |
| 2004 | 121 | 13 | 187 | 169 | 11 |
| 2005 | 118 | 14 | 285 | 38 | 22 |
| 2006 | 105 | 21 | 224 | 25 | 22 |
| 2007 | 290 | 14 | 500 | 33 | 32 |
| 2008 | 339 | 20 | 507 | 46 | 30 |
| 2009 | 130 | 13 | 207 | 17 | 10 |
| 2010 | 125 | 19 | 237 | 67 | 22 |
| 2011 | 133 | 15 | 328 | 46 | 9 |
| 2012 | 154 | 20 | 96 | 96 | 33 |
| 2013 | 100 | 21 | 83 | 108 | 69 |
| 2014 | 211 | 18 | 111 | 201 | 43 |
| 2015 | 193 | 28 | 82 | 280 | 83 |
| 2016 | 121 | 13 | 77 | 149 | 27 |
| 2017 | 485 | 147 | 287 | 709 | 96 |
| 2018 | 775 | 167 | 195 | 844 | 30 |
| 2019 | 460 | 92 | 186 | 283 | 10 |
| 2020 | 142 | 28 | 76 | 66 | 15 |
| 2021 | 202 | 24 | 28 | 46 | 7 |
| 2022 | 185 | 13 | 8 | 23 | 6 |
| 2023 | 402 | 27 | 25 | 40 | 10 |
| 2024 | 253 | 18 | 26 | 56 | 13 |
| 2025 | 145 | 23 | 12 | 44 | 3 |
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Complaints
I bought the 2007 Honda CRV in 2022. Approximately 1 month ago my keys were locked inside. 3 reputable locksmiths could not unlock any doors. My extra fob or extra key will not unlock any doors. The passenger door had been making a ticking then grinding noise when it locks itself. All 3 locksmiths said this a serious safety problem and the actuator is at fault. The only way to get in was to retrieve my set of keys out of the wedged door. I haven't received any recalls on actuators but there was a class action in 2015-2016 (which I was not the owner then) that stated ALL 2007, 2008 and a few 2009 Honda CRVs were to have the actuators replaced at Honda expense. I'm afraid that if my disabled son is inside and it locks itself, we won't be able to get him out. Please assist me in this matter. Thank you, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Where the frame connects to the right rear control arm has broken loose. I had the recall repair done in 2023 for this issue and now it has failed. The dealership said the vehicle is too rusted to repair
Complaint: Both rear doors and the front passenger door no longer lock or unlock electronically using the key fob or interior switch. The failure began gradually and worsened over time. I recently had the driver door replaced by A Honda dealer as part of the warranty but the passenger and back door were not part of the warranty and dealership has also confirmed the lock failures. This creates serious safety risks: •Doors randomly unlock while driving and while parked •Cannot reliably open doors in an emergency •At times, the vehicle must be left unlocked •I transport young children, making manual locking unsafe Additionally, the vehicle has a persistent engine oil leak that mechanics cannot permanently fix. Oil loss between changes risks engine damage, loss of power, or fire. I request NHTSA investigate these defects and consider a recall for the failing door locks and the engine oil leak.
There was a safety recall for the rear arm control and excessive rust, Honda said they fixed it back in 2018… out of no where my car lost control and caused me to crash, I brought the car back to Honda and the rear arm bracket broke off due to excessive rust however Honda states it was repaired and there is nothing they can do, they won’t even look at the vehicle.
Recall #UE3 2007-11 CR-V Rear Frame Brace safety recall
I am writing to formally express my dissatisfaction regarding the handling of the recall for my 2007 Honda CR-V due to frame corrosion. During the recall service, only a bracket was installed under the wheel well, addressing a single area despite extensive rust present throughout the frame and underbody. I believe the vehicle should have been considered for a buyback rather than a limited repair. Recently, my vehicle failed its safety inspection due to a rust hole in the frame, making it unsafe to drive and only suitable for scrap. When I contacted Honda for further assistance, I was informed that only recall-related issues would be addressed, and no additional support was offered. The presence of severe rust and a compromised frame poses significant safety risks, including: •Increased likelihood of structural failure in the event of a collision, which could result in serious injury or death. •Reduced effectiveness of critical safety components, such as seat belts and airbags, due to weakened mounting points. •Higher risk of suspension or wheel detachment while driving, potentially causing loss of vehicle control. I am deeply concerned about the safety implications and the inadequate resolution of the recall.
It is a 2007 Honda CRV . The whole rear and frame and control arm is completely rusted out and rusted into. Was told it is very unsafe to drive and dangerous. And I can’t get Honda to do anything about it .
Problemas con bolsas de sire
I received a safety recall letter in June and brought the car to a dealership for inspection. After the inspection, they said that they can't fix it, and the car is dangerous to drive. I contact American Honda, and after almost a month in back and forth with American Honda and the dealership, the car is again inspected, and the report was sent to Amercian Honda on July 29. Since then, I had been waiting for American Honda resolve the problem. We had contacted them every week and they response are always the same, no updates on the case, and someone is going to call me back, and this doesn't happen. They know the car is risk to drive, and we told them about many times in the calls that I don't have another car and don't have money to buy a car, so I need this to be resolved.
Front passenger door when unlocked, locks back by itself. This is not safe because it makes it hard to get out of the vehicle because when you think it’s unlocked and try to get out you’re locked in. I checked to see if there was a recall because I normally get recall notices about other issues. I found that there was indeed a recall but it expired in 2015 which in honesty is not fair to those that have had their vehicles for sometime and during that time period…and never received a recall notification.
The contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard a loud clanking sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed and determined that the subframe was completely rotted. The contact was informed that the vehicle could not be repaired. The contact was also informed that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 188,000.
The passenger car door unlocks for no reason. It used to automatically lock when I start driving , now it starts to open and will not remain locked while driving, or when I lock my car door when I park. When I use the key fob the car alarm goes off and the door is still unlocked. This car has had a recall on the airbags. The light comes on once in a while. It was fixed by the Honda Dealership but recently, once in a while , the light still comes on. It is concerning . The air pressure warning light will remain on even after I have had my tires checked.
the car makes too much noises due to problem in suspension and rotted rear frames that supported the rear end and it is ready to fall out.
See attached document for complaint
On 07/21/2023, I took my car to the dealership for an evaluation related to a recall on the Rear Frame Brace. The inspection revealed that my car was unsafe to drive, and I was informed that I could not take it off the dealership premises. Since then, I have been trying to reach an agreeable solution with America Honda Motor- Honda Recall, but they have not responded. I have also tried to get assistance from the Attorney General of my state but to no avail. The local Honda dealership still has possession of my auto, and this issue remains unresolved as of 02/11/2024.
The contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-V. The contact stated the front passenger’s and rear passenger’s side locked automatically immediately after using the key fob or power lock control to unlock the doors. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 187,736.
The contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure). The contact was informed that the dealer was unable to perform the recall repair due to a screw that had sealed due to corrosion. The dealer contacted the manufacturer. The manufacturer stated that since the screw was not able to be removed, to leave the screw as-is and the vehicle was still able to be driven. The contact had not spoken to the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 116,000.
The contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the rear passenger's side of the vehicle collapsed inadvertently. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road. The contact noticed that the rear passenger's side wheel had detached and rotated 90 degrees into the wheel well. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who determined that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure). The vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it was determined that the vehicle had failed the recall inspection test. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was beyond repair and could be repurchased by the manufacturer per the recall remedy. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened; however, no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
I am having door lock issues with all my locks on my car. It started with my front passenger and now both rear are also having issues. When I click the unlock button on the keyfob they unlock then lock again. Same with the unlock button on the drivers door. When I'm driving (accelerating), the drivers door will click as if it is trying to lock even though it already is.
The contact owned a 2007 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH, steering functionality was lost and drove off the road into a ditch. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that there was no damage to the vehicle and the contact was unhurt. The contact had the vehicle towed to a body shop where it was diagnosed that the rear axle had separated from the frame due to severe corrosion of the rear supports. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact sold the vehicle for scrap. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure) and related the failure to the notification. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 230,000.
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