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2013 Honda CR-V electrical problems

38 complaints (10% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 33,836.

owner complaints
38
of this car's complaints
10%
typical mileage
33,836
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Instrument panel: speedometer/odometer
    2
  • Integrated trailer brake control
    1
  • Instrument cluster/panel
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Honda CR-V electrical problems in other years

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Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2013 Honda CR-V owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 8, 2026 · Electrical, Steering · FL

I was driving then I shut off like I shut the car off and restart it while I was driving then my electric power steering symbol keeps coming on.

Filed Mar 18, 2026 · Electrical · 267,000 miles · FL

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 132,000. At the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 267,000.

Filed Aug 12, 2025 · Electrical, Fuel system · VA

On [XXX] while making a left turn from [XXX] onto [XXX] , my 2013 Honda CR-V began shaking and making a humming noise just before it suddenly shut off in the middle of the intersection, nearly causing a collision. There were no dashboard warning lights or error messages before the failure. The vehicle is currently in the same condition, and the fuel pump remains installed and is available for inspection upon request. No mechanic, dealer, manufacturer, police, or insurance representative has inspected the vehicle since the incident. The tow truck driver who transported the car, based on the absence of the fuel pump sound, suspected the fuel pump was malfunctioning. I replaced the battery following the incident, but the problem persists. While the official recall website indicates no open recalls for my specific VIN, there are two recalls issued for the 2013 Honda CR-V model related to similar fuel pump issues. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jun 11, 2025 · Electrical · 200,000 miles · NJ

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was an independent dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 164,000 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 200,000.

Filed Oct 17, 2024 · Electrical · TX

Driver side doesn’t blow hot air. Especially, in winter it has been a problem with fogging windows and windshield. It is very unsafe because of very poor visibility. I see this has been a very common issue with many Honda CRV vehicles. Hope the federal safety agency will take this seriously. Thank you.

Filed Jun 23, 2023 · Electrical · NH

My 2013 Honda crv LX locks keep locking and unlocking by itself replaced drivers side lock actuator still has the same problem replaced with OEM.

Filed Apr 23, 2023 · Electrical · MO

Electronic power steering intermittently fails, mostly on low speed turns. Local Honda dealership has had the car two weeks, can’t find any error codes upon investigation. Yet problem still happens.

Filed Nov 18, 2022 · Electrical · NY

My Honda CRV- 2013 has door locking and unlocking on its own, mainly located on the passenger side. This happens even when I am driving. My locks will just start locking and unlocking repeatedly like there is a short in the system. This is causing some type of serious drain on my brand-new battery which I just bought 2 weeks ago. Somehow the door locks are causing my entire battery to go Dead. I have had to jump-start my car these past few days! this a serious and defect that is all over the internet.

Filed Jan 9, 2019 · Airbags, Brakes · NJ

The ABS module stopped functioning for brakes and airbags. The dealership currently has the car and does not know why it malfunctioned. Their explanation is that the ABS module went bad and it is not drivable because the brakes might lock and possibly set off the airbags. I am concerned this may effect other vehicles as it is a costly fix. The bill is currently $2,400 and they are unsure if that will fix the problem, or if it will cost more money to figure out the issue.

Filed Jun 18, 2018 · Electrical · CA

Engine rattles at early morning start up , honda aware of vtc actuator default and needs to open a recall cases to all crv made between 2012-2014

Questions about the 2013 Honda CR-V electrical

Does the 2013 Honda CR-V have electrical problems?

Owners have filed 38 complaints about the electrical of the 2013 Honda CR-V, 10% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2013 Honda CR-V electrical problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 33,836 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2013 Honda CR-V electrical?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

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).

Other 2013 Honda CR-V problems

Engine 99Transmission 95Lights 32Airbags 27Brakes 27Acceleration 26Body 19Visibility 17Suspension 16Fuel system 15Steering 15Driver assistance 7Wheels 5Seat belts 4Tires 4Locks 2Seats 2

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