2016 Honda CR-V transmission & drivetrain problems
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
24 owners have reported transmission & drivetrain problems with the 2016 Honda CR-V, 12% of all complaints about this model year. The typical problem appeared around 28,000 mi.
- Transmission & Drivetrain complaints
- 24
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 2
- Related recalls
- 0
- Median mileage
- 28,000 mi
Specific components reported
Transmission & Drivetrain covers: transmission shifting, slipping, axles, driveshaft, transfer case.
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| Power train | 24 |
Transmission & Drivetrain complaints across Honda CR-V years
Mileage when the problem appeared
Related recalls
No recalls on file.
What owners say
- Filed Oct 16, 2024CAFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain
While I was driving about 70 mph on highway, the car suddenly stopped responding to the gas paddle and I heard a noise from near the fuel tank. I was able to pull up to the side of the road and the check engine light was showing. I towed it to an Auto Repair shop in Modesto, CA and they found that the fuel pump has failed. So they replaced with an OEM part and upon examining, they found that the old fuel pump was in fact not working properly. I see that Honda has a recall…
NHTSA complaint #11620275 · source - Filed Sep 13, 202489,000 miCAEngineTransmission & Drivetrain
The contact owns a 2016 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle lunged forward and stalled. While depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle was choking. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact stated that on several occasions the vehicle was difficult to start. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. While driving at an…
NHTSA complaint #11614357 · source - Filed Dec 22, 202350,000 miILEngineTransmission & Drivetrain
The contact's husband owns a 2016 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while attempting to drive from a complete stop, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to respond. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that she turned on the hazard lights. The contact then turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle responded as needed. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving. The vehicle was taken to an…
NHTSA complaint #11561446 · source - Filed Oct 9, 2023IN1 injuredBrakesOther / UnknownTransmission & Drivetrain
I parked the car and left it running. I exited the car and left the front door standing open. I unbuckled my children and helped my four year old out of the car. I went back to the driver's door, leaned in with my right knee on the seat, and took out the keys. My left leg was still on the ground outside the vehicle. After a few moments the car started rolling. I was dragged backwards down the driveway and into the street. I was able to brace myself between the door handle…
NHTSA complaint #11548997 · source - Filed Sep 28, 2023GATransmission & Drivetrain
The vehicle has been diagnosed with transmission problem even though it has only 39835 miles and I'm the original owner. Yes, it could be available for inspection. So far, my issue seems to not be a risk yet, only that the problem is there. It would be a risk if problem gets worse. One can read about other CR-V owners issues on various sites. There is a rather lengthy list. My particular issue is a loud whining when I am trying to accelerate to 40 mph, then whining continues…
NHTSA complaint #11547095 · source - Filed Aug 28, 2023SCEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain
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NHTSA complaint #11541251 · source - Filed Jun 26, 2023MAEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain
Multiple times I have gone to pull out onto a road and the car has hesitated and actually stalled a few times almost causing me to be hit. Starting in 2021. Around 70,000 miles the Check Engine light came on saying Emission Control problem and went off. Around this time it all began. At 80,000 miles it would cycle on and off intermittently "check engine" and they told me it was the Catalytic Convertor which i replaced at over $2,000 dollars in cost.. I still have the issue.…
NHTSA complaint #11528940 · source - Filed Jun 15, 2023TNTransmission & Drivetrain
My car began stalling in the middle of driving. Multiple warning lights came on the dash and have continued to stay on. It struggles to go up hills as well as going over approximately 40MPH. It seems to be unable to shift gears
NHTSA complaint #11527287 · source - Filed Feb 27, 2023KYTransmission & Drivetrain
CVT Transmission while driving 55 or over starts changing to neutral then drive then reverse which jerks the heck out of you a continues. It also vibrates in park. Driving under 45mph it doesn’t happen. We were on the interstate and had to pull over. This is scary since I’m a single woman on the road. I have read that thousands of other owners of certain years with the CVT transmission have had the same problems. This should be a recall!!!
NHTSA complaint #11509285 · source - Filed Dec 1, 2022MICrash1 injuredTransmission & Drivetrain
This safety issue was not revealed to me at purchase. Vehicle is a push button start and stop and does not have an electronic parking break. Vehicle can be turned off while in Drive, however the gear train does not remain engaged. INCIDENT: The car was moved by my husband who does not drive the car and is accustom to driving a keyed vehicle with ignition interlock. He is also hard of hearing and did not hear quite beeping. When he moved the vehicle driving the car to the…
NHTSA complaint #11495586 · source - Filed Oct 12, 2022CAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain
Car will shut off when still cold or at a complete stop and then when you press the gas to accelerate either the car will shut off and stall or will not go anywhere. Usually when that happens I put car in neutral and drive to go or put it on neutral rev it a few times then I can either drive or reverse. Already had this car serviced last year at the dealership was told faulty fuel injectors. Car drove good for about a year and now back to either stalls or doesn’t move.…
NHTSA complaint #11488891 · source - Filed Jul 6, 202274,879 miDCTowedEngineTransmission & Drivetrain
The contact owns a 2016 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undetermined speed, there was an abnormal odor of smoke detected. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer where they informed her the coolant had mixed with the CVT transmission fluid. The vehicle was diagnosed and it was determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
NHTSA complaint #11472592 · source
Other 2016 Honda CR-V problem areas
- Engine (63)
- Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion (39)
- Other / Unknown (38)
- Electrical System (37)
- Airbags (17)
- Steering (12)
- Body & Structure (11)
- Acceleration & Cruise Control (10)
- Brakes (8)
- Driver Assistance & Safety Tech (6)
- Seats & Seat Belts (6)
- Visibility & Wipers (5)
- Suspension (4)
- Wheels & Tires (4)
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology