2016 Honda CR-V: engine failure

Filed Oct 31, 2026 · Engine · WI

Vehicle: 2016 Honda CR-V EX-L AWD Mileage: Approximately 135,000 miles Description of Safety Complaint I purchased my 2016 Honda CR-V brand new and have maintained it regularly. My most recent oil change was in August 2026. For approximately two to three weeks before the incident, I noticed a rattling noise coming from the engine, particularly when slowing down or driving downhill. On October 30, 2026, while driving on the highway, the engine suddenly stopped running. I was able to steer the vehicle and safely pull over to the side of the road. After some time, the engine restarted, but it was making a very loud noise. The check-engine and battery warning lights also came on. My mechanic inspected the vehicle and suspects a connecting-rod bearing failure, although the exact cause has not yet been confirmed. The mechanic indicated that the engine oil was slightly low but not critically low. I am concerned that the engine failed unexpectedly while driving at highway speed, creating a serious safety risk. I am requesting that the federal safety agency document and review this incident as a possible vehicle safety defect.

Filed Sep 8, 2026 · Engine · TX

On August 8, 2026, while operating a 2016 Honda CR-V (62,459 original miles) at highway speeds, the engine’s factory water pump experienced a sudden, catastrophic internal failure and froze completely. The seized water pump instantly sheared and shredded the serpentine belt. This induced an immediate, sudden loss of alternator charging, engine cooling, and power steering assist while driving at high highway speeds. This instantaneous component failure created a severe, life-threatening safety hazard, leaving the driver struggling to control the heavily disabled vehicle. This structural mechanical failure directly matches the engineering defect acknowledged by the manufacturer in Honda Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) #17-063, noting that factory water pump bearings were manufactured "out of specification." Despite knowing that this manufacturing defect causes sudden accessory drive-belt failure at highway speeds, Honda has failed to issue a proactive safety recall, placing drivers in immediate danger.

Filed Aug 28, 2025 · Engine · IL

Level for oil change was at 30%, took it in and it only had 2.5 quarts of oil. No indication I was low, no oil leak, and it affected the valves. Honda of Lisle said this is common issue with 4 cylinder models, yet there is no recall. Now I have to check my oil every week and add as needed, and will have an large bill to replace the engine. The vehicle has only 61,000 miles.

Filed Nov 15, 2024 · Engine · NJ

My 2016 honda crv is making a rattling noise that sound like its coming from the engine when I start the car and when im driving it. According to your website there is a recall campaign for "certain 2016 hondas" that have the same noise as mine thats caused by the connecting rod bearing which can cause engine failure. "why is my car not part of this recall." this car is driven by me and my wife as a family car. If your inveatigaton reveals that the noise in my car is the same noise in the cars involved in the recall then I am requetsting that the 2016 honda crv be added to the recall list asap. I have had no work done on the car relating to the is noise. Thank you [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Filed Jan 5, 2024 · Engine · WI

Engine failed unexpectedly with no warning and no warning lights on the dashboard. Car will not start and needs replacement engine.

Filed Jan 15, 2022 · Transmission · GA

- While driving, sudden smoke from the engine and burned rubber smell occurred. - Upon pulling over, the drive belt was atop the engine burned cut. - Diagnosis by an authorized Honda dealer revealed the water pump seized thereby snapping the drive belt. Mileage on vehicle 33,849. Summary: - The water pump seized suddenly with no warning. As a result, the drive belt/serpentine belt melted and snapped while driving. This occurred for no known or commonly seen reason at such low mileage. with absolutely no warning lamps, messages or symptoms prior to failure.

Filed Aug 10, 2021 · Engine · TX · fire

Honda CRV E-XL bought in 2016 from Coral Springs Honda, FL and always maintained at Honda Dealership died on freeway on 08/06/2021 in approximately 5 years. When towed in nearest Firestone they routed to Honda as they suspect the coolant has breached into 4 cylinders. Honda Dealership (First Texas Honda Austin ) is quoting around $10000 for a new engine replacement for 3 - 4 grand for an older engine of similar miles. My question is does Honda engines typically dies at 50k mile marks. I trusted Honda to last for 200k plus. Does Honda need to instrospect the engines manufactured for 2016 CRVs. What went wrong to this engine does it requires Honda to recall 2016 Honda CRV as I would have met an accident due to my car dying all of sudden on a freeway. The car started giving fumes from AC vent and all the warning light flashed on the dashboard. Please please help me getting my car fixed as I cannot afford that much of money. Honda Case Number: 12418365.

Filed May 24, 2020 · Engine · 20,000 miles · CA

I purchased honda crv in september 2016, the engine fault code p0741 today, I have been to diamond honda for repair today, I checked the warranty plan: powertrain limited warranty, your powertrain is covered for 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first. I am still under warranty. Vin: [xxx] vehicle mileage: 20,000 description: engine failure. I have already left my car to 17525 gale ave, city of industry, ca 91748. The engine is lighting up. Only drove 20000 mile, why lighting up? I request to waive all of repair the engine fee. Also I request to extend the engine warranty to 6 years. Please help asap. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Oct 25, 2019 · Engine · 37,976 miles · NY

Car engine **under warranty** is burning excessive oil which can eventually lead to catastrophic engine failure. [warranty: 5 yr/60k miles; have owned just over 3 yrs w/ 38k miles] 1) having worked on my own cars 30+ years I noted it was burning far too much oil between changes. Took car to dealer for 'engine oil consumption test' 6/29/19; dealer denied car had burned any oil despite stick showing engine had in fact burned oil during duration of test. 2) sent email to honda reporting this issue ('honda automobile customer service case # 09925699 dated 10/3/19'). Honda replied that I should talk to the very same service manager who denied the engine was burning any oil let alone excessive oil; in the alternative they suggested going to 'another certified honda dealership'. Since the issue has not been repaired the defect & internal damage is ongoing. I am concerned that driving the car without appropriate repair is dangerous. A simple 'google search' reveals mine is not the only vehicle in this model year with this issue. I note that for prior model years honda has acknowledged this defect & at least extended the warranty or effected repairs. (see honda service bulletin 12-089) consumer reports says 'it's normal for cars to burn a little oil as they age toward 100,000 miles and beyond. But consumer reports believes that for an almost new car to burn that excessive amount of oil is unacceptable.' ('excessive oil consumption isn't normal: automakers say adding oil between scheduled changes is acceptable. It's not.' consumer reports 6/30/15 https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/magazine/2015/06/excessive-oil-consumption/index.htm)

Filed Jun 26, 2019 · Engine · 38,000 miles · SC · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the water pump seized causing the fan belt around the metal to get hot and fractured, smoke and flames started to come from the engine. The fire was extinguished by the contact. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence. The contact later called honda cars of rock hill dealer, (located at 686 galleria blvd, rock hill, sc 29730, (803) 366-8161) and was advised to bring the vehicle in. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer and was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 38,000.

Filed Jun 15, 2019 · Transmission · 29,000 miles · NY

The car vibrates like crazy when I come to a stop while the car is in drive or reverse. The vibration is coming from the engine and it goes in and out constantly. For example standing on red light and or stop signs. I reached out to honda and they have informed me that there is nothing they can do about it. In 2015/2016 honda crv they put the new engine and new CVT transmission which is garbage and is making these vibrations. Please help as honda is not willing to do anything about it. Thanks