2013 Honda CR-V body problems

Filed Sep 15, 2026 · Acceleration, Body · MI

1. Left rear lower control arm 2. Where the lower control arm attaches to the body rusted thru and failed 3. It has been inspected by me the owner and it’s obvious the bracket is gone 4. I see no reason to tow the vehicle to be inspected adding cost to this problem 5. No warnings just lower control arm dropped when bracket collapsed causing tire to drop I see recalls for other year Honda crv Just not 2013. Please let me know why? Thank you,

Filed Sep 13, 2024 · Body · MA

Severe frame rot on driver’s side of vehicle just forward of rear wheel. Rear control arm bolt support location has rusted away. Discovered August 5, 2024 when up on lift for a tire rotation. Garage advised vehicle unsafe to drive. Vehicle has 96,374 miles and is out of warranty. However, Honda issued a recall on 2007-2011 CRVs for same situation where vehicles were repaired or bought back. Vehicle has been inspected by 2 private garages, a Honda dealer, and a Honda collision center to assess repair options. We have been told not to drive the vehicle. I understand the warranty has expired however a failure could result in loss of control and a repair quote from a Honda collision center is $5,871.63. If the vehicle were in an accident insurance company would total it, per Arbella. Instead, we are left to spend more than 2/3 of its trade in value to repair it. It seems that the CRV frame issue was not limited to the 2007-2011 model years, and I believe we should receive consideration from Honda to repair or buy back the for a vehicle. It would appear more CRVs should be inspected for unsafe frame rot, and Honda should be held accountable for a design that does not let road salt and moisture drain.

Filed Jan 25, 2024 · Body · 106,467 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2013 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormally loud sound. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the swing arm bolt had fractured, and the sub-frame was severely corroded. The independent mechanic replaced the swingarm bolt; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the front suspension stabilizer bar had previously been replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 106,467.

Filed Sep 24, 2023 · Body · WI

The drivers side door is the only key hole available to unlock or lock the car. This key hole is jammed at a diagonal angle and will not accept a key in any way. Thus, whatever state the car is currently in (locked in my case) is the state that it will stay. No professional has checked it out. It is easily inspectable. There were no warnings by the car that this would happen, however, within 24 hrs before the door lock was jammed, the car wouldn't stay locked and would unlock and release the trunk door on its own while unattended.

Filed Apr 12, 2023 · Body, Suspension · 158,000 miles · MN

The contact owns a 2013 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle drove over a bump in the road and the steering wheel became unstable. The vehicle was driven to the local service center who diagnosed that the rear driver’s side lower control arm on the front suspension mount had separated from the unibody frame due to corrosion. The contact was informed that the entire unibody frame needed to be replaced to repair the control arm. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 158,000. The contact stated that they will no longer need this complaint. They contacted the dealership and they agreed to buy the vehicle and make the situation a fair settlement.

Filed Feb 5, 2021 · Body · 61,051 miles · MI

Continuous problem with rear hatch not opening when cold outside; I live in mich. Thus have cold winters; no problem when warm. Problem started in 2017. I pd to have it replaced 12/28/17; fail again 12/10/18 dealer replaced as under warranty; failed again 12/10/19 out of warranty(frm 12/28/17)- so honda won't fix. In reviewing internet the latch problem is an issue with many other consumers when cold o/s. Filed a complaint with honda - then pandemic hit--just now reopening complaint- case#10291529- & as this appears to have been a constant complaint frm many others; honda has issued a service bulletin 16-063 to address the problem and supposedly have a redesigned latch. But it only cover vehicles under warranty. Thus I will have to pay to get the new improved part, when the original and replacement part were1 bad in the past.. Not being able to get into the rear/truck of your car is a safely hazard in the winter-rear truck is where you keep the spare tire, emerg. Supplies,etc. (& store items /groceries,luggage,etc )

Filed Dec 18, 2020 · Body · 275,000 miles · CA

Honda paint is stripping right off the body. Honda paint is fading and losing metallic finish. Honda paint has other recalls but not my make and model.

Filed Jul 8, 2020 · Body · VA

Exterior paint is flaking off specificly on inside and outside angles. Plastic covers on headlight are fogging and permenantly etched.

Filed May 8, 2019 · Body · 5,000 miles · AZ

Paint peeling off and clear coat cloudy. Has been happening slowly over the life of the car.

Filed Dec 6, 2017 · Body, Electrical · 68,451 miles · NY

Drivers door lock makes a loud,grinding sound when the door is locked. Unable to lock the vehicle. Door lock actuator replaced, lasted one day, problem came back. Rear left door lock does not open or close using the remote. It must be manually opened or closed.