2020 Honda Cr-v: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2020 Honda Cr-v: 7 recalls, 354 owner complaints and up to 30 mpg combined.
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Recalls
7 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #19V865000 · 2019 · 358 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 cr-v vehicles. The rear subframe bolts were improperly manufactured and May loosen, allowing the rear subframe to separate.
Why it matters: A separated rear subframe reduces vehicle handling and can suddenly disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear subframe bolts and retorque them or replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2020.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #22V380000 · 2022 · 212 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020 cr-v vehicles. The clip for the absorber inside the fuel tank was not secured properly and May detach, which can cause an inaccurate fuel gauge reading.
Why it matters: An inaccurate fuel gauge May result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 5, 2022.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #23V158000 · 2023 · 448,613 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2020 cr-v, 2018-2019 accord and accord hybrid, 2018-2020 odyssey, 2019 insight, and 2019-2020 Acura rdx vehicles. 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.
Why it matters: An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2023.
Equipment Vehicle recall #23V524000 · 2023 · 5 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017, 2020, and 2022 cr-v vehicles. The certification label on the driver's side door states incorrect gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr), gross axle weight rating (gawr), and tire size information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Why it matters: An incorrectly sized tire May cause premature tread wear, or a tire blow out, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install a new corrected label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2023.
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.
Airbags Vehicle recall #24V064000 · 2024 · 750,114 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 pilot, accord, civic sedan, hr-v, odyssey, 2020 civic coupe, fit, 2021-2022 civic hatchback, 2021 civic type r, insight, 2020-2021 cr-v, cr-v hybrid, passport, ridgeline, accord hybrid, 2020 Acura mdx, 2022 Acura mdx, 2020-2022 Acura rdx, and 2020-2021 Acura tlx vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor May crack and short circuit, failing to…
Why it matters: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall.
Airbags Vehicle recall #26V332000 · 2026 · 98,892 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura tlx, 2019-2024 rdx, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 mdx, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda ridgeline, 2017-2022 pilot, 2019-2021 passport, 2018-2026 odyssey, 2019-2022 insight, 2019-2021 hr-v, 2018-2020 fit, 2020-2022 cr-v hybrid, 2017-2022 cr-v, 2017-2018, 2021 civic type r, 2017-2021 civic hatchback, 2016-2020 civic coupe, 2016-2022 civic, 2017-2022 accord…
Why it matters: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 17 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Forward collision avoidance (73): the most common themes are warning light on (13), electrical failure (3).
- Airbags (47): the most common themes are warning light on (10), fails to deploy (5).
- Electrical (43): the most common themes are electrical failure (18), warning light on (8), stalls / loses power (6).
- Steering (42): the most common themes are steering problems (39), noise or vibration (6), warning light on (4).
The 2020 Honda Cr-v has 354 owner complaints, ranking #21 of 30 Cr-v model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 533). Complaints peaked in 2026 (76 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 16,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2019 (1103 complaints, 8 recalls), 2021 (334 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 34 | 30 | Regular |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 27 | 32 | 29 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2020 Honda Cr-v have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recalls for the 2020 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 2020 Honda Cr-v problems?
Owners have filed 354 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are forward collision avoidance (73), airbags (47), electrical (43).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Honda Cr-v get?
EPA ratings run up to 30 mpg combined (1.5 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
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