2007 Honda CR-V: won't start

5 of the 888 complaints about the 2007 Honda CR-V describe won't start.

owner complaints: 5
of this car's complaints: 1%
typical mileage: 80,000
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 6 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Won't start by model year

2024
2
2022
1
2021
3
2020
5
2019
18
2018
20
2017
36
2016
12
2015
25
2014
8
2013
4
2012
10
2011
4
2010
3
2009
1
2008
3
2007
5
2004
3
2003
1
2002
2
2001
1
1999
1
1997
2

What owners say

Filed Jan 27, 2018 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 120,125 miles · TX

Two items of concern to report: door locks - back passenger side door will no longer lock and once the car is in motion, the doors will automatically lock and unlock for several minutes. When in park, the back door remains unlocked even after the doors have been secured. - major security / safety issue - children in the back of the car renders child locks useless. Car will not start / shuts off in motion: I have had 4 total instances (2) of each in the past month. When pulling into a parking space at slow speed, the instrument panel flashes and the car dies. The car will not turn over when trying to turn on. Finally started once car was put into neutral - computer completely resets - have to enter radio code. Second instance - driving at 60 MPH on highway, instrument panel flashes and car dies - then comes back on while driving. Major issue!!

Filed Aug 23, 2014 · Electrical · 59,000 miles · DC

On august 8, 2014 my cr-v would not start. I called road side assistance and they came and jumped the battery. I took the vehicle and had a diagnostic test ran on the battery and both the battery and alternator were charging. On august 19, 2014, my cr-v would not start for the 2nd time. This time I took it to a repair shop and had the battery,starter and alternator diagnostic check done, all were charging and working without incident.the mechanic stated that the battery cables were loose, so he tightened them. On august 23, 2014 my cr-v would not start for the 3rd time. I am completely at a loss and do not know what can be done.

Filed Jul 16, 2013 · Locks · 80,000 miles · AL

Last fall, the door lock on the front passenger door on my 2007 honda crv began to lock back after unlocking it to allow my son into the car. It locks back within 2-3 seconds of unlocking it with the keyless entry. Since this time, the other 3 doors operate in the same manner. The doors lock back within seconds after unlocking. On monday, july 15, my car did not start. With the keys in the ignition, I got out of the car to go check under the hood. After checking under the hood, I tried to get back in my car but could not...the doors were locked...all four of them along with the hatchback. I returned inside my home to retrieve my spare car key. The key did not unlock my door. I attempted several times without luck. There is only one key entry point with the model I have and the key did not work. I had to enter the car through the sunroof, which I had left open the previous evening. I then removed the keys from the ignition and attempted to open the door manually with this key. It did not open the door, either. Neither does the valet key. The only way I can open my car is with the keyless entry. I checked with the local honda dealer and was told it would cost between $800-$1200 to fix. I do not think this is right - I should be able to open my car with a key. I can get by without the keyless entry but all cars, regardless of mileage or years, should open manually with a key.

Filed Dec 7, 2011 · Electrical, Engine · 120,000 miles · MD

Car would not start:no engine turning, no lights, etc. Thought I had a dead battery, locked car to get help (via key fob) and lights went on acknowledging it locked. Tried to start car again and it started fine. Radio was blinking and had to enter radio security code like the battery had been disconnected. Drove car home with no further problems. This morning car would not start again, followed the same process of locking and unlocking, lights come on and car would start (no blinking radio though). Drove into work, stopped at intersection. When light turned green, started to drive (moved about 50 feet) and dashboard lit up and then car stalled and turned off. Car would not start again. Would not shift out of park. Good samaritan messed with it and managed to get it into neutral so it could be pushed to side of road. Said the emergency brake had been engaged which is why it would not shift from park? From side of road car started fine. I drove it home where now sits in the garage.

Filed Mar 5, 2010 · Electrical, Engine · 76,500 miles · NH

Honda crv 2007 ex 2.4 liter, 4 cylinder. The car does not start occasionally. The battery is fine. Starter is okay. Checked online forum to find the issue and fix. Several people have logged same issue online. Dealers don't know what is wrong. Honda of america say that there is no problem. But clearly there is some issue in the engine immobilization or other electrical issue related to ignition. Some one need to dig in to the issue and have it fixed by honda regardless of mileage. Today (friday, march 05, 2010) again the vehicle does not start at all. The battery is fine since the lights and radio and other electrical components are working. Seems like the some thing with the ignition electrical system. I have to tow away the vehicle to dealer and they need to diagnose the problem since it is not starting at all.