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2014 Honda CR-V Problems

What owners have reported about the 2014 Honda CR-V, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

Is the 2014 Honda CR-V a good year?

It's one of the worst years for the CR-V. Owners have filed 587 complaints with NHTSA, the 6th most of 19 CR-V model years. The most reported problems involve the engine, electrical system and transmission.

587 complaints 1 recall, 1 can stall 6th worst of 19 CR-V years

Top 2014 Honda CR-V problems

1

Engine problems

193 complaints (33%) name the engine, most often the oil / lubrication.

Complaints 193 · Usually at 13,000–55,000 miles

2

Electrical problems

77 complaints (13%) name the electrical system, most often the software and switch.

Complaints 77 · Usually at 2,000–27,000 miles

3

Transmission problems

68 complaints (12%) name the transmission, most often the control module (TCM / PCM / TECM) and torque converter.

Complaints 68 · Usually at 15,000–60,000 miles

4

Tire problems

52 complaints (9%) name the tires, most often the pressure monitoring and regulating systems.

Complaints 52 · Usually at 0–3,000 miles

Which parts fail most

Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.

Engine 33%
Unknown or Other 18%
Electrical 13%
Transmission 12%
Tires 9%
Wheels 8%
Acceleration 6%
Airbags 6%
Wipers and Visibility 5%
Body 5%

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (379 of 587). The amber line is the middle value, about 24,000 miles.

When problems were reported

Complaints by the year the problem happened.

2014 Honda CR-V recalls

Fuel pump

Can stall

The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD.

Recall 23V858000 · Dec 2023
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CR-V years to avoid

Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.

2018 CR-V 2,158
2017 CR-V 1,774
2019 CR-V 1,106
2008 CR-V 962
2015 CR-V 672
2014 CR-V 587
2011 CR-V 554
2023 CR-V 516
2010 CR-V 481
2012 CR-V 403
2016 CR-V 394
2024 CR-V 392
2009 CR-V 386
2013 CR-V 382
2020 CR-V 355
2021 CR-V 335
2022 CR-V 265
2025 CR-V 258
2026 CR-V 154

2014 Honda CR-V problems by system

Engine (193)

Common questions

Is the 2014 Honda CR-V a reliable year?

It's one of the worst years for the CR-V. Owners have filed 587 complaints with NHTSA, the 6th most of 19 CR-V model years. The most reported problems involve the engine, electrical system and transmission.

What are the most common 2014 Honda CR-V problems?

Owners most often report problems with the engine, electrical system, transmission and tires. 193 complaints (33%) name the engine, most often the oil / lubrication.

At what mileage do 2014 Honda CR-V engine problems start?

Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 13,000–55,000 miles, with a middle value near 30,000 miles.

How many recalls does the 2014 Honda CR-V have?

1. Fuel pump (23V858000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Should I buy a used 2014 Honda CR-V?

Ask for service records covering the engine, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2026, 2025 and 2022 models, which have the fewest complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.