2018 Honda CR-V Problems
What owners have reported about the 2018 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 2018 Honda CR-V a good year?
It's one of the worst years for the CR-V. Owners have filed 2,158 complaints with NHTSA, the 1st most of 19 CR-V model years. The most reported problems involve the fuel system, engine and emergency braking system.
2,158 complaints 5 recalls, 2 can stall 1st worst of 19 CR-V years
Top 2018 Honda CR-V problems
Fuel system problems
608 complaints (28%) name the fuel system, most often the injectors and hoses, lines / piping, and fittings.
Engine problems
544 complaints (25%) name the engine, most often the gasoline and engine control module (ECU / ECM).
Emergency braking problems
395 complaints (18%) name the emergency braking system, most often the automatic emergency braking and warnings.
Steering problems
330 complaints (15%) name the steering, most often the rack and pinion and electric power assist system.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (867 of 2,158). The amber line is the middle value, about 14,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2018 Honda CR-V recalls
Front passenger
The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash. Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK.
Recall 26V332000 · May 2026Fuel pump
Can stallThe 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 2023Buckle assembly
A manufacturing issue with the front seat belts may cause the seat belt buckle channel to interfere with the release button, preventing the seat belt buckle from latching. An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD, LD9.
Recall 23V158000 · Mar 2023Fuel pump
Can stallThe low-pressure 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: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
Recall 21V215000 · Mar 2021Electric power assist system
The magnet that controls the torque sensor output signal for the electronic power steering system may not be properly secured, allowing the magnet to become dislodged. During a full lock turn, the dislodged magnet may cause steering assist to be applied in the opposite direction. The unintended steering input reduces vehicle maneuverability and increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly, free of charge. Honda's numbers for this recall are C2N, P2O.
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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 Honda CR-V problems by system
Common questions
Is the 2018 Honda CR-V a reliable year?
It's one of the worst years for the CR-V. Owners have filed 2,158 complaints with NHTSA, the 1st most of 19 CR-V model years. The most reported problems involve the fuel system, engine and emergency braking system.
What are the most common 2018 Honda CR-V problems?
Owners most often report problems with the fuel system, engine, emergency braking system and steering. 608 complaints (28%) name the fuel system, most often the injectors and hoses, lines / piping, and fittings.
At what mileage do 2018 Honda CR-V fuel system problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 3,000–50,000 miles, with a middle value near 9,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2018 Honda CR-V have?
5. Front passenger (26V332000); Fuel pump (23V858000); Buckle assembly (23V158000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2018 Honda CR-V?
Ask for service records covering the fuel system, 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.