I was driving normally, going 47mph & accelerating as I was about to merge into traffic on high way, when my cars engine suddenly died. I dident even notice at first because it happened suddenly and quietly. I only noticed because the steering locked up and I found it very difficult to turn the wheel. I was able to put on my hazard lights and stop the car on the side of the freeway. Car would not run since this happened. Car will start but die on idel. Have replaced starter, main relay, ignition, spark plugs and have had 4 auto shops look at it and still no one can figure out the issue..
The worst 1998 Honda CR-V problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Electrical38
- Airbags19
- Engine15
- Transmission8
- Brakes7
- Tires7
- Steering6
- Body5
- Suspension5
- Lights4
- Locks4
- Visibility4
- Acceleration3
- Seat belts3
- Fuel system2
Specific symptoms reported on the 1998 Honda CR-V
Recalls 3
Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu Oasis vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag inflator, and replace it if necessary, with an inflator of a different design, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1‑888‑234‑2138 or Isuzu customer service at 1‑800‑255‑6727.
Recall number 20V026000 · Recall details
Electrical system: ignition: switch
- What is wrong
- On certain sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, and sport utility vehicles, electrical contacts in the ignition switch can degrade due to the high electrical current passing through the switch when the vehicle is started.
- Risk
- Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the ignition switch. Owner notification began june 14, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009 or acura at 1‑800‑382‑2238.
Recall number 02V120000 · Recall details
Electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. An improperly routed under dash wire harness could be damaged by contact with the brake light switch, possibly resulting in a blown fuse. If this occurs, operation of a critical component can be lost, including windshield wipers, headlights, turn signal and hazard lamps, tail lamps, the anti-locking function of the brakes, and battery charging system.
- Risk
- A sudden, unexpected loss of lighting or a failure of the windshield wipers in bad weather, could be hazardous increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a 70mm protective, corrugated plastic tube over the wire harness, in the area of the brake stop switch. If any wire or wires are damaged, they will be repaired.
Recall number 99V282000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Honda CR-V 106
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This SKU is a Front Upper Ball Joint
- Honda: troubleshooting of diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P1456 and P1457
- Speedometer shops CAN transfer odometer mileage
- Transferring odometer mileage at odometer r&r
- Diagnostic trouble code P1298 is stored in the ECM/PCM
- Poor a/c cooling during hard acceleration
- Rear differential moans moans with brakes applied at low speed
- Differential moan when braking at low speed
- Audio unit and navigation system anti-theft codes available on interactive network
- Audio, anti-theft codes
1998 Honda CR-V fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | FWD | 19 | 23 | 21 |
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | 4WD | 19 | 23 | 20 |
What 1998 Honda CR-V owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 1998 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Honda of fort myers (14020 s. Tamiami trl, fort myers, fl 33912, 239‑288‑2397) was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 1998 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called cardinal honda (531 ct-12, groton, ct 06340; (860) 449-0411) where it was confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.*dt
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer lee's summit honda located at 401 ne colbern rd, lee's summit, mo 64806 was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 1998 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. An unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer ken garff honda located at 195 e. University pkwy, orem, ut 84058 was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 1998 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called klein honda (10611 evergreen way, everett, wa 98204, (425) 355-7500) and rairdon's honda of marysville (15714 smokey point blvd, marysville, wa 98271, (360) 363-8600) and it was confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. Vin invalid.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer had been notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 1998 honda cr-v. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called honda of santa fe (7511a cerrillos rd, santa fe, nm 87507; (505) 471-7007) where it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
This airbag has been recalled 3/20 and as of 8/20 are still not providing the parts for repair, they have been promising free repair for 5 months now, and we have been paying insurance on the car but are afraid to drive it.
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Questions about the 1998 Honda CR-V
Is the 1998 Honda CR-V reliable?
Owners have filed 128 complaints about the 1998 Honda CR-V, fewer than a typical CR-V model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Honda CR-V?
Electrical system, with 38 complaints, typically around 124,100 miles. Next is airbags (19).
How many recalls does the 1998 Honda CR-V have?
3 recalls, covering air bags and electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Honda CR-V electrical?
Yes, 2 recalls: 02V120000, 99V282000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Honda CR-V have the most electrical problems?
The Honda CR-V model years with the most electrical complaints are 2017 (403 complaints), 2018 (286 complaints) and 2007 (264 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1998 Honda CR-V get?
Official estimates for the 1998 Honda CR-V range from 20 to 21 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.0L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 19 city and 23 highway.
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