2008 Honda CR-V engine problems

Filed Jul 28, 2023 · Acceleration, Engine · 180,290 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2008 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle was slow to respond. The vehicle lost motive power and shut off. The contact stated that after five minutes, the vehicle was restarted; however, while driving at an undisclosed speed the vehicle inadvertently shut off. The contact was eventually able to restart the vehicle, and the vehicle operated as designed. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 180,290.

Filed Jul 25, 2023 · Engine, Fuel system · GA

A/C compressor in 2007-2011 Honda CR-V has a known defect in the A/C compressor clutch. The clutch component of the compressor includes the pulley which turns the compressor motor. When the clutch fails, the compressor motor seizes up and stops the pulley from turning. The pulley on the compressor is driven by one serpentine belt on a tensioner which turns the alternator, the power steering motor, the crankshaft, the water pump, and the A/C compressor. When the A/C compressor seizes up, the belt will snap in two every time because the A/C pulley will not turn. The car will not be operable unless the A/C compressor is replaced. To replace the A/C compressor, the refrigerant must be vacuumed out, the condenser and desiccant replaced, the compressor replaced, the system recharged, and a new belt put on. This costs about $2500 at Honda or at another shop around $1700. Honda refused to fix the clutch when I took my car in after discovering the A/C was not working. I have replaced the compressor in this vehicle twice already, and now it needs a third replacement. It is a safety issue because the belt will break while driving causing power steering to go out, possibly causing a crash, the battery will not charge, leaving you stranded, the water pump will not function causing your engine to overheat, and possibly causing a blown head gasket or worse. This situation has occurred twice already but I’m reporting the latest one.

Filed Sep 10, 2022 · Engine · VT

Just bought this used and am already having transmission issues. Happy to have it available for an inspection. My safety, the safety of their drivers and that of my passengers is put at risk frequently. The engine shudders at certain speeds under40. In order to remedy that it is necessary for me to take my foot off the gas with no warning of brake lights. I haven’t taken it to a Honda dealer yet but after I bought this CRV a month ago I learned they are rank with transmission issues. There is no warning in any way, shape or form other than the sudden shuddering which can range from a gentle shudder to one that feels like the car is falling apart. I don’t know when this issue started but may be why it’s been sold via private sale several times.

Filed Jun 17, 2021 · Engine · NM

My vehicle mobile assist light came on it will not go off it is preventing my car from accelerating and stalls when I do try to accelerate

Filed Mar 30, 2020 · Engine · FL

Faulty vtc actuator, grinding noise on starting the car everyday in the mornings

Filed Jul 13, 2019 · Engine, Steering · 166,000 miles · FL

Car cut off no steering everything locked down had serpentine belt fixed but the tpm light is on app need rack and pinion as well. Need struts and shocks and car rattles terribly. It's about 4 thousand dollars I am disabled this is a safety hazard I don't know what I can do. Is honda not responsible for defect

Filed Jul 3, 2019 · Engine · 75,000 miles · MA · fire

Car was parked and burst into flames from engine compartment. No check engine lights no issues with car. Some building damage from fire. Car totaled, engine block melted from fire.

Filed Jun 18, 2018 · Engine · 178,000 miles · AZ

While driving, when I stop at a traffic light, the engine light, vsa light, and the ! Warning light would turn on and after that when I try to accelerate, the car will barely respond and fastest it will go is 10 MPH! I literally have to put on my hazards and wave cars by then find a place I can stop my car, turn it off, restart it, then the warning lights are gone and I can drive again. This has happened 2 times in the past one month. I took to a mechanic & he stated I need to replace the accelerator pedal position sensor & v-tec solenoid. I believe this is a manufacturing defect.

Filed Dec 9, 2017 · Engine · 140,000 miles · FL

My SUV will intermittently won't start. I have a new battery, and the starter and alternator are good. I cannot reproduce the problem when I am on the shop. So he shop cannot fix it. I checked the google site and there were numerous issues with honda cr-v.

Filed Dec 5, 2017 · Engine · 20 miles · FL

Transmission module.