general problems of the 2013 Honda CR-V - part 1

Service bulletin 16-012 was issued for 2013 crv for the vtc actuator. This is obviously an issue that Honda is aware of but is refusing to fix. I’ve had to replace this part twice at the same interval of time. The first replacement was covered under my warranty however now that I am out of warranty this repair costs almost 3,000$. I contacted american Honda who refuses to provide good will even though they are aware this is a known issue. I was advised that if this wasn’t repaired it would be a safety issue. I believe this should be covered on Hondas dime especially if this has to replaced multiple times at no fault of the customer.

Vtc rattles on startup. Please email me at braddbitson0301@gmail. Com so we can start another lawsuit against Honda. This is a known problem that everyone from Honda to your backyard mechanic are aware of. I used to love Honda. I even paid extra to get this specific Honda crv. Kind of feel like a fool now.

I don't know what's wrong with it, it has been shuddering on low speeds. I just bought it yesterday and I'm devasted that I just got a 16,000 car and the same night I'm driving it and it's doing this. I have done research and this is no doubt a defect in many other people's car. This needs to be addressed how is this not a serious defeat and safety issue. You start off or pull out from a red light and it doesn't want to go, this is a safety/accident concern. Please respond and please help. Honda has always been one of the best vehicles I have owned 5 in my lifetime, but I seen many many reviews with people pleading for Honda to fix this issue and they are turning their backs. . . Not good for Honda to say the least. Regards, teresa.

Engine makes rattling sound on cold start-up. Vtc actuator found to be defective by Honda mechanic and replaced. Vehicle vibrates/shudders when at a stop. Mechanic also found timing chain was off by one tooth and was fixed. Vibration/shuddering continues despite repairs. Vibration is noticeable on front seats. Concerned about engine and safety as engine causes seats to vibrate.

The Honda crv is skipping/stuttering/juddering when accelerating between 25-45 mph. This has caused an issue when pulling out onto a highway. The mechanic advised me to have the vtc actuator checked. Looking on line there is not a recall, but there are several safety bulletins and lawsuits connected to this issue. My vehicle was purchased used.

The contact owns a 2013 Honda Cr-v. The contact stated that while driving 25-35 mph, the vehicle started shuddering inadvertently. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to continue to drive the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring while driving. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.

Engine rattles loudly for 2 seconds on cold start-up. The rattle started in 2021 at 90k miles, used to be intermittent but since 2022 it occurs every cold start-up. Two different mechanics have diagnosed the problem as a vtc defect requiring replacement, based on Honda’s TSB bulletin, which diagnoses the rattle as a defective vtc. No warning indicator lights have ever appeared for this issue. The cost to replace the vtc is $1200. A class action lawsuit has been filed for this very issue (July 5, 2023 case 3:23-cv-01238) - it states that a 2011 study showed that the vtc defect can stretch the vehicle’s timing chain and cause premature failure of the timing chain tensioner, and that damage to these internal engine components can cause catastrophic engine failure and lead to accidents. Honda should be held responsible for selling vehicles with defective parts, and owners should not have to pay for these replacements.

One cold winter morning, my engine light, power train and steering wheel warning signs all turned on. I had checked my oil and it was still 40% full. I started noticing that the car was moving slow not more than 20mph. Also the gas gallon indicator went from 36mpg to 20mpg. It is burning way more gas than it was. I started researching and found out that other consumers had the same problem. I'm writing this because I want other people to know that there is something wrong with their Honda Cr-v model. I know it is not safe for me to be driving the car around especially in the highway. The car moves slower than it usually does. It wouldn't be safe for me to be driving it at all till we get the problem resolved.

My complaint is that Honda is refusing to cover the costs of known problems in their vehicles. The issue is the vct actuator which results in a very loud metallic rattling on a cold start. I have had the vct actuator replaced two times. They didn't want to cover the second time as it was out of warranty but the dealer finally did. It then of course happened again. I also had a second known problem, (juttering, which is a vibration/shaking while driving/accelerating at lower speeds) which they fixed once, again, it also came back. Last year the drive shaft needed to be replaced and now once again, the vct actuator needs to be replaced. Again, this is a known Honda problem that they refuse to fix at their expense. This has affected a lot of people, just read the message boards which are full of complaints about this issue. This should be a recall, why should we have to either live with the ridiculously loud rattling or continue to pay to repair a faulty item which is a known problem! I don't understand how they can continue to get away with this. I have owned Hondas for years, never again! basically I am stuck with a noisy car that shakes with acceleration and I either keep paying to fix it or live with it. Neither is acceptable and Honda should be held accountable. The date I listed is 10/27/20 but these issues go back further, today was just the final straw for me. . . I will also be contacting Honda although it clearly won't do any good. . . .

A surge, vibration, or judder may be felt while driving under light acceleration.

During light acceleration there was a shuddering around 20-30 mph. It lessened after I decelerated. It continued for around 8 months or longer. I had it checked by a nearby mechanic. He printed off some information to have the software updated and to take it the a Honda dealer. I called the closest, dealership for an appointment. I was told they would do a diagnostic test, costing me $120 and then pinpoint the problem. I was told they would replace the fluids even before I explained the issue. After 3 1/12 hrs and over $500 dollars I was on my way home. Breakdown on the bill. Labor amt $490 parts $69. 14 and of course $39. 13 tax. I feel they took advantage of the situation. I know there are many owners of Honda Cr-v having the same issue and that Honda have not stepped up and took responsibility for the issue, if I have any other issues with the shuddering I will not purchase another Honda, ever. I owned a Honda civic and had no problems with that car for as long as I had it. So time will tell if the issue is completely solved. Also, they wanted to replace many items that was not the reason for my visit.

Tl the contact owns a 2013 Honda Cr-v. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shook uncontrollably without warning. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics where all four tires were replaced; a tire rod was replaced; the wheels were balanced and aligned; and the brakes were replaced. Despite the numerous repairs, the failure persisted. The contact then spoke with hagerstown Honda (10307 auto pl, hagerstown, MD 21740) about the failure and was referred to the manufacturer for assistance. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The contact was informed that any repairs to the vehicle would be at her owns expense. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2013 Honda Cr-v. While driving various speeds, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate and all the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000.

Driver on highway when check engine, malfunction indicator and eps lights came on. The car lost power and driver pulled off to side. Checked car, restarted car but would not go over 20mph. Car towed and mechanic reported #4 spark plug oil fouled, but no psi in #4 cylinder. Towed to dealer but problem not fixed and engine not running. Dealer did not offer any help.

While driving around 30 mph car begins to jerk and vibrate. Have to increase speed to make it stop. 1.

Makes crating sound when it is cold started.

The Honda Cr-v 2013 we purchased on 7/3/18 has been experiencing a vibration while in motion between aprox 10 mph -30 mph. It took place on city, town and county roads we have not driven on highway yet. It vibrates similar to driving over rumble strips in the highway to inform you of lane edges. It seems to stop if you let the foot of accelerator pedal. It is somewhat unnerving and can be a little scary to our young driver.

Heavy vibration in grear when come to a stop . . . . Feeling vibration on the seat. . . Took vehicle to dealership say they aware of the problem but ther no fix from Honda at this time. . . . Dealer state lot of customer have the sam complain but nothing they can do at this time. . . . .

Pulled into driveway and was a couple of feet away from the garage door, going only one or two mph,put foot on brake to stop and suddenly the car lurch forward,press as hard as I could on brake pedal,but car kept moving forward till it hit garage door,then everything stopped. You can see by the marks on the driveway that the front tires were spinning forward while the rear tires were locked ( because I had hard pressure on the brake pedal) and slid a few feet, we have taken pictures of the car and driveway and will try to send to you. I am fearful of driving this car because if it happens again while at a traffic light or parking lot or similar, it could be life threatening.

While coming home into my driveway as I came up the driveway I was stopping by a the front door the car suddenly lurched forward just before I came to a full stop,and hit garage door, which shook me up as my foot was on the brake pedal, I had pushed the pedal hard but still the car moved forward, afterwards we moved the car back and you can see where the front tires are spinning forward and the rear tires are locked up sliding forward showing that indeed my foot was pressing hard on the brake pedal, called my local dealer and had the car towed to them, they have not been able to find anything wrong with the car. As it is now,I am afraid to drive it because if it happens again and I am at a traffic light or parking lot something worse could happen or get injured. We took pictures of the car, garage door and all the tire marks, will try to send these to you.

I've previously reported the vtc actuator problem o this site and american Honda with zero satisfaction. The problem has continued and I get conflicting information from my dealer and american Honda. The original complaint number was 10783068. Upon re-inquiring with american Honda they've informed me that this problem has not been associated with my VIN which again is incorrect based on dealership feedback. Honda has refused to permit me the ability to speak to a customer care superior or to share with me the actual resolution of other known vtc actuator problems. Please investigate and deteremine exactly why Honda is being permitted to ignore this known and widespread problem?.

On March 11, 2017, I was traveling from fort lauderdale to naples florida on interstate 75. I had the car on cruise control and traveling around 70 mph. I took the car off cruise control and then pressed on the gas when the car's engine deaccelerated the car severely. I pressed and let off the gas pedal several times as the car continue to deaccelerate and almost caused an accident with an 18-wheeler. A similar circumstance has also occurred but at 10-20 mph when accelerating from a red light and needing to take my foot off the gas and then press down on the gas to continue. The engine continues to run but does not accelerate the car. If the high speed condition occurs again, I will need to put the car in neutral to stop the car's engine from severely deaccelerating the car.

Passenger side has heat, while no heat on driver side of vehicle. The 2013 Honda crv has less than 24k miles and is already having a plugged/faulty heating core. These problems should not be manifesting till much later in a cars life. The biggest problem is that I live in a cool state during the winter and the windshield is frosting up while driving causing significant visibility loss.

2013 Honda Cr-v. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle hesitates when gear shifts into drive, responds normally after several seconds, dealership unable to duplicate issue.

Judder, akin to driving on the rumble strips alongside a highway. Happens when slowly accelerating between 20-30 mph. Purchased the vehicle in 10/2016.

Engine is rattling on cold startups mainly when temp is below 40. Took vehicle to Honda dealership and had the vtc actuator replaced but problem still exists and now the engine is consuming excessive oil.

Purchased the car used from a Honda dealer, still under the 30,000 millage warranty. Timing chain began slipping after a few months as weather got a bit colder. Brought it in and they said 'they knew what the problem was'. Picked up the vehicle and within a short time the noise came back again. This went on. I googled and found the the timing chain was a chronic issue in these vehicles. Feels like its loose. I brought it into another mechanic and was told its the timing chain and should be under warranty. Can you help? lots of these cars are recalled but my particular VIN isn't on the list which is very peculiar.

Vibration during acceleration at or above 1500rpm.

Vtc spins after ignition starts: dealer states that this problem is not to be addressed per Honda manufacturer policy.

2013 Honda crv shakes at speed 30-45 mph during acceleration. Shakes sometimes goes away when foot is removed momentarily and gas is reapplied. Already made attempt to have issue fix at daytona Honda dealership, transmission fluid was flushed and fuel injectors cleaned. Shaking returned after a few weeks.

Tl-the contact owns a 2013 Honda crv. The contact stated that when starting the engine in colder weather, the vehicle would exhibit an abnormal grinding metal noise. The failure recurred upon initial start-up whenever there were colder temperatures. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the vtc actuator was faulty. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 14,000. The VIN was not available. Aw.

After driving my new car for 20,000 miles, the transmission shifts while driving. I notice shifting from d to n then transmission makes shaking noices. Notice there are issues with solenoids too. The shift d keeps flashing and there is a code error that keeps comming p0977. Even thought I keep my SUV's maintance in excellent condition, I keep getting transmission shuttle issues. In addition, the a/c stop working while my SUV has only 95,000 miles.

From a stop. I speed up to about 30 mph and feel a drag and shimmy at that speed, then it goes away. The problem only occurs at 30 mph, I have watched you-tube for possible troubles.

On 9/23/14 30000 mile check up performed at dealership where I bought the car. On 10/14/14 in heavy rush hour traffic I accelerated to pass a car on interstate 4; vehicle hiccuped and lost power; able to go to shoulder of the road across 3 lanes of traffic; turned vehicle off then on again; vehicle started without hesitation. Drove car to dealership where I bought it; they checked it out; said they could not find anything wrong; however, they ran a computer update for the alternating system stating that they "think" problem is solved. Contacted Honda regional; they authorized an inspection at a different Honda dealership on 11/12/14. I was again told that they could find no reason that the vehicle lost power; at that point, Honda regional told me there is nothing more they can do. I am not satisfied with this answer. Do I have any recourse?.

When I start the engine in the morning (cold), it makes a whirring/grating sound that lasts just a couple of seconds. It doesn't make this sound again all day, even when the vehicle sits for 8+ hours. I don't know if it's temperature-dependent.