Equipment Problems of Honda HR-V - part 1

My drivers side front window shattered while I was driving on xxx since it’s shattered, the window itself isn’t available for inspection. There were no prior cracks to the window and nothing hit my window when the it shattered. I was going 75 mph on the highway and had two passengers in my car. I ended up with glass all over me. Luckily, I was wearing sunglasses, so none it went in my eyes. I didn’t swerve or lose control of the vehicle, but myself and the two passengers could have been seriously injured as a result of this defect. I am unaware of whether this problem has been confirmed by a dealer or independent safety center in other vehicles besides my own. I did take my car to the Honda dealership in [xxx] where I bought it from, and they will look at it tomorrow during business hours. The vehicle has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance representatives. There was no warning. It happened spontaneously. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

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About 3 hours into a 4 hour drive (while the car was only months old, with just 1800 miles), the sound switched from playing the radio at a normal volume to suddenly extraordinarily loud crackle, static, popping noises. The noise continued at this indescribably high volume for about one minute while I tried anything to help -- I tried adjusting the volume knob, unplugging my phone (which was plugged in just for directions), switching inputs, switching from fm to am, pushing the volume knob in to turn the whole thing off, etc. Nothing stopped the noise. After about 90 seconds, it stopped, but I still do not know why. After that, I could not get any sound to play. My ears rang the entire rest of the drive (another 1 hour). The noise was so loud and so sudden that it made me very upset and scared at what could have happened that luckily didn't - I could have easily been so startled to swerve into another lane, and if my 4 year old had been in the back, I am really scared to think of how traumatized he would be, how damaged his ears would be, and what else would have happened. My ears are still ringing today, a full day later.

I was driving on the highway when all of a sudden, no warning signs, no sounds/car shaking, anything, my car started lighting up with break system, engine light, parking sign, etc. I didn't know what was going on so I pulled over. When I pulled over, I checked the parking break to see if I might have hit it and I didn't. Then the car wouldn't go. The check engine light and all the break system lights were on and my car wouldn't move. I was stuck on the side of the highway for an hour waiting for my vehicle to be towed to dover Honda, where I always get my work completed on the car and I complete all my inspections there as well. They advised the ctv belt snapped and when I asked how this could have happened, because I was just there a few months prior and nothing was said they advised "this just happens" and "there was no way to know". This vehicle has been inspected, multiple times over the past five years that I have owned the car and they never mentioned this could happen without warning.

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Honda hrv 2025 malfunctioning when brake hold system is activated. Brake hold system lets individuals use the brake whenever needed without your foot having to be on the pedal the entire time. You can come to a red light, step on the pedal and take your foot off the pedal and the car will remain stopped until you press on the gas. Over the course of leasing this vehicle sometimes the brake system problem message would show but it would disappear right away. I let the dealership know of this issue when I got my first oil change but since the message wasn’t currently displayed on the dashboard they did not attend to it. Earlier this week the car suddenly glitches when brake hold is activated and deactivates itself followed by all kinds of messages on the dash. I will upload them here to see. From brake system,tpms, hill start assist all malfunction and when you turn the car off it doesn’t start back up automatically. This is a serious safety concern as the brake system malfunction and car not turning on can happen suddenly when driving causing injury to myself and those around me. A simple google search shows that this is common for this vehicle make, model and year however no recall has been filled.

2020 Honda Hr-v — obd monitors fail to reset after battery replacement. Dealer refused help. Cannot pass MA state inspection. Following a routine battery replacement, my 2020 Honda Hr-v obd monitors will not reset, making it impossible to pass massachusetts state inspection. I have followed Honda’s recommended drive cycle exactly — driven 562 miles, completed 142 warm-up cycles — and the system still shows “not ready. ” I have made multiple trips to inspection stations, waited in long lines each time, and been turned away every single time. I have lost significant time, wasted fuel, and face real risk of registration penalties — for a car that runs perfectly. When I contacted Honda of newton corner — my exclusive service dealership — they told me they could not help me. No escalation. No fix. No support. I am not a mechanic. I am a customer who followed every instruction, trusted the brand, trusted the dealer, and has been left completely alone to deal with this! this is a safety concern. If Honda’s obd system cannot confirm its own monitors are functioning after 562 miles and 142 cycles, there is no assurance the vehicle’s emissions and safety systems are working properly. This issue is not isolated — multiple Hr-v owners across 2019–2022 model years report identical problems. Honda has issued no software fix and no dealer protocol to resolve it. I am requesting NHTSA investigate Honda’s obd monitor reset failure across Hr-v models and require Honda to issue a remedy — including dealer-authorized in-shop resets and a software update. Honda created this problem and has abandoned its customers entirely. I should not have to choose between driving an uninspected vehicle and being stranded. This is a defect in Honda’s drive cycle reset logic. Honda needs to issue a software update and instruct dealers to perform monitor resets!a dealership that exclusively services your vehicle should have all the necessary tools and the obligation to help. Deeply disappointed.

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Vehicle information year: 2018 make: Honda model: Hr-v VIN: [xxx] mileage at time of incident: 96,993 incident date: 03/10/2026 I am filing this complaint regarding the premature and complete failure of the cvt (continuously variable transmission) on my 2018 Honda Hr-v with approximately 96,993 miles. Description of failure: the transmission on my 2018 Honda Hr-v failed without prior warning. Symptoms included sudden loss of acceleration, vehicle unable to move under its own power, etc. The vehicle was taken to page Honda of bloomfield where it was diagnosed with a complete cvt transmission failure. The repair cost totaled $8,873. Safety concern: this failure poses a serious safety risk. A sudden loss of transmission function while driving — particularly at highway speeds resulted in loss of vehicle control and created dangerous conditions. This is not a minor mechanical inconvenience; it is a critical safety defect. Honda's response: I opened a case with Honda customer service; case # xxx requesting goodwill assistance reimbursement for the repair costs. Honda denied my claim. After submitting a formal written demand, Honda agreed to reconsider, but has yet to provide full reimbursement. Pattern of failure: I believe this is not an isolated incident. I am aware of other 2018 Honda Hr-v owners who have reported the same cvt transmission failure pattern. I urge NHTSA to investigate this and help me with resolving this case. I am happy to provide additional documentation, repair invoices, and correspondence with Honda upon request. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Dashboard is blank. Where the miles, gas measure , etc usually shows up. Very concerning as you don’t see how much gas the car has, and the mileage information is not displayed.

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My transmission went before the car hit 100 thousand miles. It put me at risk because I was in the middle of the road and my car wouldn’t move. The problem was confirmed by the Honda dealer. There were zero warning signs before this happened.

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Hello, I am reaching out with extreme dissatisfaction of my recently purchased 2016 Honda Hr-v. This car was part of the extended warranty via service bulletin 21-046 warranty extension: 2016-20 Hr-v cvt premature belt deterioration. My car has been cared for extremely closely, and we planned to be a Honda customer for life up until this past week. On [xxx], my wife and I were driving on the highway when all of a sudden the entire dashboard lit up with warning signals and went into "limp" mode. We were able to get off the highway, although it induced great stress as we did so. Upon taking it to the Honda dealership (fred beans of abington), we were told the cvt has failed and would cost an estimated $8,400 to repair. The car is 9 years and 3 months old, with 117,000 miles. We submitted a goodwill request through Honda americas where the Honda team came back and stated that the car is outside of the timeline and denied our claim. I spoke to jocelyn and she was pleasant while delivering extremely upsetting news. I am not disputing the fact that the extended warranty clearly states 7 years or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first. I am disputing the fact that Honda has basically admitted that the cvt will fail early, and if you don't drive as much as Honda deems "average", then you are [xxx]. The extended warranty should be up to 150,000 miles, period. We are a one car household and are now basically stuck between a rock and a hard place trying to decide what to do. This car is effectively totaled even though we conducted regular maintenance. I am appealing to your better judgement to re-open our case and get somebody else to re-evaluate the circumstances. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

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There is premature belt deterioration that ultimately caused the transmission to be a complete failure. It has been confirmed by the dealership. My parents were driving down the i95 when this randomly occurred. There was no warning message. TSB 21-047 warranty extension: 2016-20 Hr-v cvt premature belt deterioration.

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My car randomly lost power on the road and I rear ended some one, my car lost power 3 times on the road.

I've been the only owner to this 22' Honda hrv and I have serviced it at the dealer 90% of the time. All oil changes, coolant flush, transmission services etc. Done on time. I recently got it diagnosed at my local Honda dealer because it was starting to make a noise when you stepped on the gas. The noise started at about 95k miles and becomes louder as you increase the speed of the vehicle. The dealer diagnosed it with an internal transmission failure. There were no warning lights or messages ever. No prior check engine lights on or mechanical issues prior to this. I am very disappointed with this vehicle. Hopefully this issue is looked into. I do not hope for this to happen to anyone with this vehicle.

On Sunday, 02/08/2026, I parked briefly to drop something off. When I tried to restart the car, it was clicking but would not start. An engine light came on, and a flashing message appeared saying “park. ” I initially thought it was a battery issue, but the warning light remained on. The next morning, the car started, but the engine was locked and the vehicle would not move forward or backward. I called the Honda dealer, and the technician advised me to tow and bring the vehicle in as soon as possible. I restarted the vehicle, and the message on the screen cleared and the vehicle was engaged. I then dropped the vehicle off at the dealership. After inspection, they told me the front passenger seat weight sensor needed to be replaced, which is very expensive ($1,300) when I researched the, Honda has already recalled their vehicles for this same issue, and I am not sure I need to pay all this money for something that is caused by an identified defect of the vehicle system. Safety recall: 2020–22 multi-model seat weight sensor campaign notice replaces service bulletin 24-042 safety recall: 2020–22 multi-model seat weight sensor stop sale, dated February 6, 2024.

We experienced two problems with our Honda hrv, which was purchased in June 2025 (less than a year ago). The first issue is that the engine started displaying warning lights and would not turn on. This was due to rodents chewing on the wires, which were apparently soy-based plastic. The second issue is that the rear windshield shattered for no reason the other day. This is apparently a known issue with 2023 and 2024 hrv vehicles that led to a recall, but it also appears to be occurring with the 2025 hrv.

The instrument cluster within the dashboard cuts out in cold temperature preventing you from seeing your fuel, mileage, as well as oil life. It was inspected by 2 different dealerships and was told its a common problem with the hrv's this is a common occurrence with this vehicle.

Driving on freeway interchange ramp and sunroof exploded. Left a rectangular section broken in center of sunroof. Not following a truck, no rocks flew up, no land on either side of ramp, no overpass above.

When I turned my car on, the airbag system (srs) problem light was on. I was worried if it was an airbag problem, or sensor problem, so I brought the vehicle in for inspection at two locations. The first location was an independent service center, in which I was told it was a sensor problem. They weren't available to repair or needed an appointment to thoroughly check the problem. Therefore, I made an appointment for the next day at a Honda dealership. I thought that my vehicle may have been a part of the safety recall from the service bulletin 24-036. Upon inspection and a partial diagnosis (they didn't took apart my vehicle near the wheel or touch screen/audio for the sensor underneath), I was told I had a sensor problem under the front passenger seat with the code error u3000-49. However, I was told that my vehicle was not covered under the safety recall. I'm afraid of whether my airbags will be working properly if the sensor isn't working. There was no warning lights, symptoms of problems, or messages prior to the sensor light turning on.

I had just arrived home from a short 2 mile drive and was sitting in my car for a few minutes with the vehicle running when the rear glass suddenly shattered. Confused and startled, I got out of the car to inspect what happened and noticed the the entire glass was shattered and left and right edges broken more than the rest. While taking photos, the middle of the glass caved in. This is a known issue, and the manufacturer issued a recall regarding this. The rear windshield was replaced last December by the dealer.

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The car after a while drives sluggish & brakes very badly even after replacing the brake pads & the roater. I have replacement everything that could affect any of these issues.

My back windshield shattered and when I went to the dealership they said there was a recall on the back windshield but I never received any notification about this recall.

Rear view window shattered while driving.

*multi-use camera for safety fails Honda hrv 2019 due to overheating and or other malfunctioning reasons. Known failure, but Honda refuses to recall the cameras. Causes lights on light up lkas, collision mitigation, road departure, adaptive cruise, auto high-beam. (of course battery checked first, but battery in good condition) firestone and christian automotive brothers diagnosed nothing wrong with car apart from camera. Honda refuses to accept 3rd party diagnostic report. Honda refuses to inspect known defect without price gouging customer upwards of $2k. Right Honda of scottsdale az refuses to reset/recalibrate and insists on all customers with this known issue pay $200 diagnostic plus new part $1,232. 15 + tax (part 36160-t7a-a04) plus labor in excess of $1,000. No warning, etc prior to the lights going on associated with defective camera. This is unethical car sales, price gouging for defective safety feature, and puts driver and others at risk. This is a safety feature of the car and Honda's respsonbility to recall and resolve at no expense to customers. Please formally open an investigation to inform me swiftly if this $2k + malfunctioning safety feature will be recalled and resolved. Thank you. [xxx] 480 943 7888 information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The digital instrument cluster in this 2019 Honda Hr-v suddenly failed, resulting in the loss of the speedometer, odometer, and dashboard display functions. The failure occurred without warning and is not due to wear, misuse, or routine maintenance. Operating the vehicle without a functioning speedometer or odometer presents a serious safety risk, including potential speeding, traffic violations, and accidents. Other warning indicators integrated into the digital display may also be inaccessible, further compounding the safety hazard. Honda has diagnosed the problem and quoted a repair cost of $2,166. 08. Goodwill assistance was previously denied in my case, citing that the vehicle is out of warranty and not subject to a recall. The vehicle is regularly used to transport family members, including a pregnant passenger (due March 2026). Continued operation in this condition is unsafe and unacceptable. Other relevant information: dealer/service center: herb chambers Honda 720 william t morrissey blvd dorchester, MA 02122 repair quote: $2,166. 08.

The fuel gauge on the right hand side malfunctions in cold/wet weather, causing information such as distance until empty, to become illegible. When this happens, the display also flickers rapidly, which may be problematic to some with epilepsy. Here are links to several reddit threads of others who have experienced this: [xxx] [xxx] [xxx] [xxx] [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

My vehicle, 2025 Honda hrv ex-l is experiencing paint defects. It does not even have 3000 miles on it, and the paint is peeling. The color is crystal black pearl, and even though outdoor elements are removed from the vehicle immediately, the car is still experiencing paint damage. The paint is cracking and peeling off in multiple areas where outside elements have hit it (tree sap, bird poop, pollen, etc. ), the damage is still occurring even if removed immediately. Honda will not honor their paint defect warranty, as they claim this is environmental damage that would not be covered under their paint defect warranty. I was informed that their paint warranty only covers events where the paint is bubbling and cracking from under the paint, or rust is occurring. This defect is happening on a new vehicle, whereas older modeled black vehicles at the same residence, who leaves these environmental elements on the cars longer than I, do not experience the same damage in the slightest. Another vehicle within the same household that was purchased at the same Honda dealership, about 2 months prior to my purchase, same environment/neighborhood/outside exposure, just different make (crv) and color (blue) and isn't experiencing paint damage like this black crystal pearl color on the Hr-v. Having to pay over $2000 out of pocket to fix the paint on these areas.

I am experiencing repeated water intrusion in the front passenger footwell of my 2017 Honda Hr-v. The flooding occurs during or after moderate rainfall. The water pools under the carpet and creates a damp environment that could lead to mold, electrical damage, and safety hazards. I’ve researched this issue and found that many other Hr-v owners have reported similar problems, especially in 2016–2018 models. There appear to be technical service bulletins (tsbs) related to cabin water leaks and a/c drain line issues, but no official recall has been issued. This issue poses a potential health and safety risk due to mold exposure and possible electrical malfunction. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate this matter and consider whether a recall or manufacturer action is warranted.

Metal shards from the belt are breaking off into the fluid and damaging the transmission. This led to issues with the dashboard and issues with the braking system as well.

Extensive and widespread peeling and DE-lamination of paint across entire vehicle beginning in 2025 (two years after extended warranty expired). About $6000 to repair and Honda refusing to assist/contribute to repairs.

I am submitting this complaint regarding a severe and widespread paint peeling/delamination defect on my 2018 Honda Hr-v, which is painted in the white orchid pearl (nh-788p) color. Nature of the defect: the exterior clear coat and base coat are separating from the underlying primer, resulting in large, unsightly patches of paint peeling and flaking off the vehicle's body panels. This is a clear manufacturing adhesion failure, not damage due to wear, tear, or external environmental factors. Manufacturer acknowledgment: american Honda motor CO. , inc. Previously acknowledged this defect by issuing a warranty extension (technical service bulletin 19-064, issued August 29, 2019) for specific models, including the 2016-2018 Hr-v, extending the warranty coverage for this specific paint problem to 7 years from the original date of purchase with no mileage limit. The current issue: my vehicle has recently begun exhibiting this peeling condition, which is consistent with the defect covered under TSB 19-064. However, I have been informed by the dealer/Honda customer service that the 7-year warranty extension period has expired as of 2024, and they are refusing to cover the cost of the necessary repainting, which can cost thousands of dollars. Request for action: the underlying problem is a manufacturing defect that exists for the life of the vehicle and is only now manifesting due to premature failure. Limiting the remedy to a seven-year period is inadequate for a defect that is inherent to the production process and directly affects the vehicle's structural integrity over time (potential for rust exposure). I respectfully request that the office of defects investigation review the data related to this known manufacturing defect (Honda white pearl paint peeling, TSB 19-064) and consider the following actions: re-open or extend the investigation: investigate the ongoing nature of this failure and the adequacy of Honda’s limited remedy. Compel an expanded remedy: pressure.

I bought this car because of the Honda name and it’s been a disappointment. Not only does my display flicker in and out, my heater has completely gone out. The heater box and connecting wires need to be replaced, which to me is a factory default, but nope it’s coming out of pocket. And beaches of the location it’s going to be expensive. Don’t buy the 2020 hrv.

There is an issue with the Honda software for the head unit in 2026 Honda hrv that is rendering the apple carplay almost useless as is not working properly and it causes a safety hazards. A 2026 new vehicle that allows for hands free use of carplay functions such as reading text out loud and responding to texts allows for safe driving, this is not functional ad there are hundreds of people in forums all talking about this. Almost everyone who brings this to the dealer says the dealer claims they know nothing about this, same happened to me, but it certainly seems this is an across the board issue in 2026 hrvs from the research I have done. It sounds like Honda changed the software for the 2026 hrvs and this is happening to people with 2026 hrvs.

I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding a defect in my 2018 Honda Hr-v, specifically with the white orchid pearl paint (paint code nh-788p). This issue appears to be widespread, as evidenced by a previous warranty extension issued by Honda in 2019 and ongoing class action lawsuits related to paint delamination on affected models. I purchased a 2018 Honda Hr-v in June 2020, unaware of any pre-existing paint defects. Recently, I have noticed significant peeling of the paint on the roof in four distinct places. The affected paint is the white orchid pearl color with code nh-788p, which matches the vehicles covered under Honda's 2019 warranty extension for paint delamination issues. This extension was issued following reports of the clear coat and paint layers separating, leading to peeling, flaking, and exposure of the underlying primer or metal. This defect is not due to any fault of my own, such as improper maintenance or environmental damage beyond normal use. The vehicle has been garaged and maintained according to Honda's recommendations. Despite this, the paint failure has resulted in an estimated devaluation of my vehicle by up to $5,000, based on comparable market values for similar models without this issue. I have no recourse through Honda, leaving me with significant financial loss and a vehicle that is aesthetically compromised and potentially prone to further deterioration, such as rust if the peeling exposes metal. While paint peeling may not immediately present as a safety hazard, it could lead to other issues and Honda should be accountable for their vehicles. I request that NHTSA investigate this matter, review the existing warranty extension and TSB, and consider mandating a recall or further extension to cover repairs for affected owners like myself. Please contact me at 205-335-1688 or sbrocato2@gmail. Com for any additional information. . Thank you for your attention to this complaint. I look forward to your response.

I have major peeling paint issues on my 2019 Honda Hr-v with white paint. The top of the car ( roof) and in the hatch area.

Car has iphone glitch with Honda software. Brand new car does not have the ability to have messsges retrieved. There is an issue with the Honda software for the head unit in 2026 Honda hrv that is rendering the apple carplay almost useless as is not working properly and it causes a safety hazard. A 2026 new vehicle that allows for hands free use of carplay functions such as reading text out loud and responding to texts allows for safe driving, this is not functional and there are hundreds of people in forums all talking about this. Almost everyone who brings this to the dealer says the dealer claims they know nothing about this, same happened to me, but it certainly seems this is an across the board issue in 2026 hrvs from the research I have done. It sounds like Honda changed the software for the 2026 hrvs and this is happening to people with 2026 hrvs.

Merging into traffic and car began shaking, stuttering, dash lights all flashing. Pulled to side of highway + shut vehicle off. Checked exterior of vehicle + tires, all ok. Turned back on and unable to drive it safely. Got to tires plus (closest open facility) cvt belt deteriorated in transmission. Notorious issue for the 2017 Hr-v. Towed to o'malley Honda in wausau, WI, for 2nd opinion. Concurred with transmisdion replacement needed due to deteriorating cvt belt. Would like financial assistance to repair vehicle.