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The 2026 Honda CR-V has zero owner defect complaints and 1 safety recall campaign on file with NHTSA.

EPA testing covers 6 certified vehicle configurations spanning 2L 4-Cyl hybrid, 1.5l 4-cyl, and Electricity and Hydrogen plug-in hybrid configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 29 to 40 MPG combined. Plug-in hybrid variants are rated up to 87 MPGe (39 MPG on gasoline) with up to 29 miles of electric driving range.

Official Federal Record Profile
  • • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 0 consumer reports filed
  • • Safety Recall Campaigns: 1 official campaign
  • • NCAP Crash Safety: 5 / 5 Stars Overall Laboratory Score
  • • EPA Certified Range: 29–40 MPG across 6 powertrain trims
Directly compiled from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA NCAP, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.

What is the fuel economy and range of the 2026 Honda CR-V?

Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant

Variant Engine Drivetrain Transmission City Highway Combined EV Range Est. Annual Fuel Cost
CR-V FWD Hybrid 2L 4-Cyl Front-Wheel Drive Automatic (variable gear ratios) 43 MPG 36 MPG 40 MPG — $1,550 / yr
CR-V FWD 1.5L 4-Cyl Front-Wheel Drive Automatic (variable gear ratios) 28 MPG 33 MPG 30 MPG — $2,050 / yr
CR-V AWD Hybrid 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (variable gear ratios) 40 MPG 34 MPG 37 MPG — $1,650 / yr
CR-V AWD TrailSport Hybrid 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (variable gear ratios) 38 MPG 33 MPG 35 MPG — $1,750 / yr
CR-V AWD 1.5L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (variable gear ratios) 27 MPG 31 MPG 29 MPG — $2,100 / yr
CR-V e-FCEV Plug-in Hybrid Electricity and Hydrogen Front-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 94 MPGe (36 MPG) 79 MPGe (43 MPG) 87 MPGe (39 MPG) 29 mi EV (245 mi total) —
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.

What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2026 Honda CR-V?

Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant Overall Rating Frontal Crash Side Crash Rollover Rating Rollover Risk
HYBRID SUV HEV FWD 15.5%
HYBRID SUV HEV AWD 15.5%
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Standard and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Standard in official NHTSA records for tested 2026 Honda CR-V models.
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What defect complaints are reported for the 2026 Honda CR-V?

Summary of 0 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

Total Complaints
0
Crash Reports
0
Fire Reports
0
Complaints w/ Injury
0
Total Injuries
0

Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.

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Are there open safety recalls on the 2026 Honda CR-V?

Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA

NHTSA Campaign #26V366000 Active Recall
Affected Component: TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Defect Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025-2026 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.

Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace the tire repair kit nozzle or sealant bottle, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in Fall 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is DOV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 11, 2026.
View all 2026 Honda CR-V recalls & campaign history (1 campaigns) →
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Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2026 Honda CR-V

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How many safety recalls does the 2026 Honda CR-V have?

The 2026 Honda CR-V is associated with 1 official NHTSA safety recall campaign in AutoUtility's current federal records.

If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.

View all 1 recall campaigns & remedy details →
Source: NHTSA Safety Recalls Database (49 U.S.C. 30118)

What are the most common problems reported for the 2026 Honda CR-V?

AutoUtility currently records zero consumer defect complaints on file with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) for the 2026 Honda CR-V.

A zero-complaint record in federal databases reflects submitted owner filings and does not guarantee the absence of mechanical issues.

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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2026 Honda CR-V?

Under the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2026 Honda CR-V earned an Overall Safety Rating of 5 out of 5 stars across 2 tested configuration(s).

Laboratory evaluations include a 35 mph frontal barrier crash, side barrier and pole impact tests, and static rollover resistance assessments.

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Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP)

What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2026 Honda CR-V get?

Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2026 Honda CR-V range from 29 to 40 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.

Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.

Compare MPG ratings across all certified trims →
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov Certified Database
Official US Government Data Provenance

The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:

  • NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
  • NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
  • U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.