Front Suspension Control Arm Problems of Honda CR-V

The contact owns a 2008 Honda Cr-v. The contact stated that while driving 62 mph, a popping noise was heard and the steering wheel became uncontrollable. The driver was able to pull to the shoulder and stop the vehicle and noticed the steering wheel was positioned at an angle and the vehicle could no longer be safely driven. The vehicle was later towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the front control arm had fractured due to severe corrosion. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer was not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 166,000.

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As I was driving down a city street, the right rear suspension control arm came loose from the frame. The right wheel tire subsequently became lodged against the rear of the wheel well at an angle. I was able to maneuver the car to the side of the road. Police arrived to block off the nearest lane so I could safely be towed from the scene, as the car was undrivable. I am fortunate that this did not happen at high speed, as I do not believe I would have safely been able to maintain control of the vehicle. The control arm came loose due to excessive rust on the frame. The area around the mounting location for the arm is torn away from the frame, the nuts and bolts are still attached to the fragments of frame they were originally mounted to. This model year crv is under recall for excessive corrosion in canadian provinces where road salt is extensively used in winter. This model was purchased in minnesota, where road salt is extensively used in winter.

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2008 Cr-v subframe/rear control arm rusted so severely came apart while driving. Very fortunate there was not an accident, this caused sudden loss of control of vehicle. Had to be towed and is now inoperable and unable to be repaired. There is a recall in canada to address this condition, why not the united states? we contacted Honda customer service to inquire and no response from them. This is a very dangerous condition that gave no warning. The body is not rusted.

I recently brought my 10 year old car in for its yearly state safety inspection and I was informed that corrosion on the left rear underside of the car was irreparable. This included corrosion between the uni body and undercarriage, compromising the integrity of the control arms. After doing research online, I noted that Honda has an active recall in canada for a similar defect, but not in the us. I contacted Honda of north America and asked if they could provide any assistance or compensation for this issue, which essentially renders the car unusable, and they told me they could not.

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Engine rattles at early morning start up , Honda aware of vtc actuator default and needs to open a recall cases to all crv made between 2012-2014. I have had to replace the cam shafts, and drive belt. I have had to replace the control arms and tires. All mt dash lights have come on while I was driving. The car shakes and is scary to drive. This car has safety issues with the control arms in the suspension and acceleration issues that have been reported by consumers. When does someone decide that this is a safety issue. When a car has tire, acceleration, or issues with transmission this is a safety issue. Honda should do something to show they care about the consumer safety. There are many issues with the Honda Cr-v please address the serious ones.

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While being driven at 55-60 mph on a 4 lane highway the driver side rear suspension control arm broke free from the unibody causing the rear tire to twist sideways and lodge in the wheel well. The driver side rear axle pulled free from the rear differential due to detachment. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle, but used both lanes and the vehicle width shoulder of the road to due so. Had another vehicle been close by an accident would have resulted. The crv had been nys inspected 2 months prior with no signs of an impending problem. Pictures are attached showing the detached driver side and also the intact passenger side. After taking pics showing an intact mount on the passenger side a hammer was used to check the structure and it was possible to open up a hole on that side as well. The vehicle was driven in NY during the winter, thus road salt was encountered. The only part of the crv affected by rust was the mounting location of both rear control arms due to an area where moisture and salt can enter, but not escape. The rest of the undercarriage and exterior body were rust free. Honda was contacted, but unwilling to take any action due to age and miles on vehicle. The case# and last correspondence with Honda is included--no response from Honda.

Right front lower control arm separation. Happened during low speed operation. I am the repair technician who did the repair. I am submitting this on behalf of the owner and because of my own concern. Researching the internet, another owner of a 2004 Cr-v experienced the same issue. This issue may be related to the following: NHTSA campaign number: 12v124000. The issue may involve earlier models. I have the defective item available for inspection.

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The contact owns a 1999 Honda Cr-v. While driving approximately 25 mph on an uneven road surface, a loud clunking noise emitted from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing and the contact was informed that the passenger side lower control arm fractured. In addition, the reinforcement cross brace would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact mentioned that Ford issued a recall under NHTSA campaign number: 14v165000 (structure) pertaining to certain model vehicles. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000.

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Honda dealer in flagstaff, az, indicated that the front compliance bushings are torn on my2016 Honda crv and need to be replaced. I have learned that the Honda bushings are not made of a solid/quality component and are failing at unusual rates which equate to unsafe driving and costly repair for the consumer. Is there a concern for suspension/alignment and steering problems due to torn bushings and is this related to the control arm bushing recall for Honda crv 2006 id#12v124000?.

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Took 2003 cr/v to Honda dealer for wheel alignment. Dealer stated: right rear camber is out of tolerance. Unable to align. Recommend installing adjustable camber control arm. Parts and labor estimate $389. Looking on the internet, this seems to be a problem with very many cr/v owners. It causes excess tire wear.

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While driving the right front lower control arm suddenly broke. The car body collapsed on the right front side and was only maneuvered to safety with extreme difficulty.

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The right front lower control arm broke during driving. The car body collapsed on the front right side and it was extremely difficult to maneuver the vehicle to safety. The 2006 Honda Cr-v was recalled for the exact same issue! please be wary, there is a possible manufacturer defect here.

The contact owns a 2005 Honda Cr-v. The contact stated that while driving 10 mph, the vehicle became hard to control. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that both of the front control arms needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.

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The contact owns a 2006 Honda Cr-v. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be serviced under NHTSA campaign number: 12v486000 (electrical system, visibility) when the technician alerted the contact that the stamp on the passenger-side front lower control arm was fractured and needed to be replaced. The technician made the contact aware that recall NHTSA campaign number: 12v124000 (suspension) was related to the failure but the vehicle was not included. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,022.

I took my vehicle to the Honda dealer for its 90,000 service. At this time Honda dealer recommended work but did not perform replace front lower arm compliance bushing, ball joints boot torn. Honda did not mention the NHTSA campaign id 12v12400, (suspension front control arm lower arm). I felt like the Honda rep did not explain my options, and did not listen to my concerns. I had it repaired at another auto care center. On 9-13-2012, the ac system went, compressor locked up. It needed an entire new ac system. At this time, the mechanic made me aware of NHTSA campaign id 12v12400 as well as many complaints on line of Honda ac compressor problems and the class action lawsuit (now over). One part ruined the entire ac system. Honda was less than honest in wanting to charge me for the suspension front control arm lower arm). These repairs totaled $2500.

The contact owns a 2006 Honda Cr-v. While driving approximately 50 mph, the contact drove over a road bump and the front passenger side of the vehicle began to vibrate and jerk to the right. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 12v124000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower arm) but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 114,000.

The contact owns a 2002 Honda Cr-v. While stopped at a traffic light, the contact attempted to accelerate and the vehicle suddenly stalled. The failure caused a crash involving two other vehicles. There was a police report filed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the idle air control module motor, the lower control arm knuckle and the bearing were replaced. The failure occurred again; the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the contact was informed that the cruise control switch was the cause of failure. The vehicle was repaired. The contact called the manufacturer and filed a complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000 and the current mileage was 75,273. The brake light switch was replaced. Updated 04/01/11.