2016 Honda Cr-v: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Honda Cr-v: 3 recalls, 393 owner complaints and up to 29 mpg combined.
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Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #15V714000 · 2015 · 515 vehicles
What's wrong: American Honda motor company, Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2016 cr-v vehicles manufactured October 12, 2015, to October 19, 2015. The metal housing surrounding the driver's air bag inflator in these vehicles May have been manufactured incorrectly.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began in November 2015.
Engine Vehicle recall #17V305000 · 2017 · 16 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Honda cr-v vehicles that recently received a replacement engine. The replacement engine May have been built with the wrong pistons, potentially affecting the engine's performance.
Why it matters: The reduced performance May result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engines and replace the incorrect components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2017.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #23V858000 · 2023 · 2,490,460 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda accord, civic coupe, civic sedan, civic hatchback, civic type r, cr-v, hr-v, ridgeline, odyssey, Acura ilx, mdx, mdx hybrid, rdx, rlx, tlx, 2019-2022 Honda insight, passport, 2020 Honda cr-v hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda clarity phev, fit, and 2015-2020 Honda accord hybrid, pilot, Acura nsx vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank May fail.
Why it matters: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 4 mention a fire, 36 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (101): the most common themes are noise or vibration (25), stalls / loses power (23), warning light on (14).
- Other / unknown (85): the most common themes are noise or vibration (17), stalls / loses power (7).
- Fuel & propulsion (65): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (12), warning light on (8), fire / smoke (6).
- Electrical (64): the most common themes are electrical failure (30), door / lock issues (19), stalls / loses power (9).
The 2016 Honda Cr-v has 393 owner complaints, ranking #17 of 30 Cr-v model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 533). Complaints peaked in 2017 (67 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 19,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (672 complaints, 3 recalls), 2017 (1773 complaints, 7 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 32 | 29 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 | 31 | 27 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Honda Cr-v have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2016 Honda Cr-v. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Honda Cr-v problems?
Owners have filed 393 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (101), other / unknown (85), fuel & propulsion (65).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Honda Cr-v get?
EPA ratings run up to 29 mpg combined (2.4 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2016 Honda Cr-v repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.