Table 1 shows one common power train related problems of the 2026 Honda CR-V.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Train problems |
I am filing a safety complaint regarding my new Honda Cr-v which is 6 months old. Water seeped into my parked and closed vehicle, and after that I experienced multiple hazard warning lights on the dashboard while driving on xx, which caused panic and concern for safety. The next day, the vehicle became unresponsive and the battery went dead. This was alarming because the warning lights appeared during highway driving, where a sudden electrical or system failure could create a crash risk. The vehicle had been parked and closed when the water intrusion occurred, so I am concerned there may be a defect related to water sealing, electrical systems, or battery failure. The dealer confirmed that the seal was broken and might have been a manufacturing defect. This caused water seepage. But they were not sure if the water seepage was related to battery giving electrical warnings and going dead. This uncertainty caused more insecurity as we do not know the reason for battery failure exactly when water leaked into the vehicle. Please investigate whether this issue is related to a safety defect. I request that this complaint be reviewed for any pattern involving water intrusion, dashboard warnings, electrical failure, or battery drain in this model. Vehicle information: year: 2026 make: Honda model: Cr-v VIN: [xxx] mileage: 3166 mi date of incident: 05-24-2026 location of incident: [xxx] additional details: water seeped into the vehicle while it was parked and closed. Dashboard hazard lights illuminated while driving on I-95. The next day, the vehicle was unresponsive and the battery was dead. I have photos/videos/repair records. The warning lights were flashing hazard icons and system warning lights. The vehicle lost power and had to be towed to dealership on Tuesday, 05-26. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).
While accelerating from a stop and executing a right turn, at a speed of roughly 15 mph, the power train partially lost power and the car slowed for several seconds before accelerating normally.
While driving at roughly 20 mph and executing a right turn, the power train partially lost power and the car slowed for several seconds before accelerating normally.
While accelerating from a stop and executing a right turn, at a speed of roughly 15 mph, the power train experienced a partial loss of power and the car slowed for several seconds before accelerating normally.
While driving in normal drive mode, the power train lost power and the car slowed for several seconds before accelerating normally.
While driving at 55 mph in normal drive mode, the power train lost power and the car slowed. I depressed the accelerator pedal further, but the car continued to slow for several seconds before accelerating normally.
While accelerating on an on ramp to an interstate highway, in normal drive mode, at approximately 45 mph, the drive train lost power for 4 to 6 seconds and the car slowed. The power meter dropped from approximately 35% to 15%. I depressed the accelerator pedal further but the car continued to slow. Eventually, the car accelerated normally.
While driving at approximately 20 mph in normal drive mode, the power train lost power for 2 or 3 seconds and the vehicle decelerated before accelerating normally.
While driving at 25 mph in econ mode and accelerating, the drive train partially lost power and the car slowed down for 2 or 3 seconds before accelerating normally.
While coasting at approximately 25 mph, attempting to accelerate resulted in the power train stumbling for several seconds before accelerating.