One problem related to accelerator pedal has been reported for the 2002 Honda CR-V. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Honda CR-V based on all problems reported for the 2002 CR-V.
Vehicle was being driven on highway. When attempting to exit the vehicle would not decellerate. Engine continued at over 5000 rpm. Vehicle could not be stopped with the brake. The gas pedal offerend no control over the vehicle. Vehicle had to be put into neutral to allow the brake to stop the vehicle. Once the driver managed to stop the vehicle and turn it off, if the vehicle was restarted it immediately accelerated up to 5000 rpm again. Vehicle had to be towed to dealership. This vas a life threatening situation.