2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other CR-V Hybrid years
- Not enough data 7th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid. That ranks 7th out of 7 CR-V Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 2,581 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 50% | 2,581 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Tires:temporary/emergency spare tire
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles that were previously remedied under NHTSA recall number 26V366. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.
Risk: A detached bottle cap can become a projectile and strike the user or others nearby, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the tire repair kit nozzle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 16, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is PPW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 17, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 26V366 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Tires:temporary/emergency spare tire
Problem: 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.
Risk: A detached bottle cap can become a projectile and strike the user or others nearby, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The check engine light turned on in my 2026 Honda cr-v hybrid, saying there was an emissions problem. The car is about 10 months old. When I took it in, they said the only thing that could have caused this problem was driving through a puddle or leaving it in a flooded area. This didn't happen…
2026 Honda CRV Hybrid Sport Touring Loses power and stumbles periodically when making a left hand turn. Has happened three times in the first 2300 miles. Occurred when making 90 degree left turn from stop or slow roll. Brought it to the dealer on 9/26/26. Honda Turnersville NJ. They say they can…
Sudden loss of braking power on June 29, 2026, with sudden brake warnings. We had the same error after taking delivery of the vehicle in September 2025. The dealership repaired the vehicle (brake sensor). We have another dealer appointment on July 6, 2026 to repair this again. Very concerning from…
The contact owns a 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid. The contact stated that upon pulling into the driveway, the contact noticed an abnormal sound coming from the front driver's side of the vehicle, where the battery was located. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH to her father's residence on a…
Other Honda CR-V Hybrid years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 2 |
| 2025 CR-V Hybrid | 29 | 5 |
| 2024 CR-V Hybrid | 89 | 4 |
| 2023 CR-V Hybrid | 116 | 6 |
| 2022 CR-V Hybrid | 76 | 4 |
| 2021 CR-V Hybrid | 104 | 3 |
| 2020 CR-V Hybrid | 84 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid?
Owners most often report electrical system, fuel/propulsion system, engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other CR-V Hybrid model years, the 2026 has too little data to compare, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.