Grinding noises were heard in the car twice, before the engine stalled. The car was stopped in the middle of the intersection. Could not restart the car at all, and check engine lights were lit on the dashboard. After 5 minutes passed and after multiple tries to restart the car, the engine started and I was able to get to safety. Upon dealer inspection, the cause was the air condition compressor locking up, possibly due to a leak in the refrigerant. This is confirmed by the car blowing hot air even in AC mode. The lock up caused the engine to stall and go into fail safe mode. This meant the car was stopped and unable to restart in the middle of a busy intersection. Because the car's engine was stopped, it was not possible to get the car moving again. It was incredibly dangerous for me and my passengers, as well as other cars on the road. Even when the lights changed, I was still stuck. There were cars driving around my car, causing more potential traffic incidents. The engine was not able to be immediately restarted, which put multiple cars in traffic in danger for longer than necessary. The car is being serviced by Roush Honda (100 W Schrock Rd, Westerville, OH 43081). Prior to the failure, there were no warning signs and no other issues. This was a sudden and completely unexpected engine stall due to the AC Compressor Failure. This issue is common among CRV (2017 to 2020). https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/Discussion-t72370_ds1082603. There is also another NTSHA notice on this car related to the AC Compressor Leak. Please recall this car. This issue puts everyone in an incredibly dangerous situation.
2018 Honda CR-V engine complaints
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The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact coasted the vehicle to the shoulder of the roadway and waited for a few minutes before attempting to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart. The contact stated that the vehicle was jump started and the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The contact was informed to disconnect and reconnect the battery for the vehicle to resume normal operation. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 500.
I was driving and then the car wouldn't go, seems like a fuel pump issue. There is a recall on fuel pumps for this year but according to Honda and this site mine is not effected. I disagree.
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at 10-15 mph, going uphill the vehicle lost motive power without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer informed the contact that they were not aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 15,700.
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, whether going uphill or accelerating on the freeway, the vehicle loss motive power without warning. The vehicle was taken twice to the dealer and two of the fuel injectors were replaced however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer for the third time. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that they would contact the dealer. The failure mileage was 31,000.
While driving on the highway the service engine soon light started blinking and the engine lost power effecting my ability to keep up with traffic. After coming to a stop the light stopped. When I started the engine back up there was a lot of white smoke from the exhaust. I checked the oil level and it was at least 1/2 inch above full and smelled strongly of gas.
I was driving on the san mateo bridge , car began hesitating and jerking up and down and lost power engine light came up. Took it to pep boys they diagnosed it and said it needed coils and spark plugs , about $ 1000 later took the car home and continued to do the same thing, took it back to pep boys and said there was a recall on that car for that problem . Took it to primo honda and they say there is no recall on my VIN # even though is clear that is the reason they are having a recall on those cars for that very same reason.VIN:[xxx]year:2018make:hondamodel:cr-vlast updated:may 11, 2021number of open recalls:0......year:2018make:hondamodel:cr-vlast updated:may 11, 2021number of open recalls:1 open/close allprint 2018-19 cr-v fuel pump motor safety recall expansion took it to another better qualified mechanic and he says is a problem with the fuel pump. Is very unsafe the car simply loses all power and died on the freeway. I've been car less , renting since may first 2021, it is immoral what honda does. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
I purchased my 2018 honda cr-v ex 2wd in florida april 2018. I have approximately 15,000 miles on it now. I travel through indiana and ohio during the year, including winter months. I have smelled gasoline fumes in the car and have smelled gasoline in the oil especially in winter months when I am traveling north. I called honda corp about the oil dilution problem and the tsb 18-114 and tsb 18-124 that were addressed to fix the problem. They told me that it only covers northern states. I explained that I travel through northern states during the year and have experienced gasoline fumes in the cabin and also in the oil. They told me to take it in to a dealer when I am in indiana and ohio during the winter. The problem with that is I am at work and unable to take the time off to go to a dealer, not until I get home to florida and then the problem appears to be gone. So I am only requesting that tsb 18-114 and 18-124 be applied to my vehicle also. The "fix" to oil dilution should not just be applied to northern states when many of us travel through northern states in the winter. I am going to pursue this if I don't hear back from honda corp after their previous call to me did not do anything to address my problem. I just want the tib's applied to my vehicle.
Tl* the contact owns a 2019 honda cr-v. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle abruptly stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was experienced twice. The vehicle was coasted to the shoulder, restarted, and the vehicle resumed normal functionality. The vehicle was taken to mansfield motor group (1493 park avenue w, ontario, oh 44907, (888) 577-2689. The vehicle was not diagnosed. While the contact was inspecting the vehicle, he became aware that the engine oil level was much higher than normal. The contact stated that there was gasoline mixed in with the engine oil. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted or informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000. It was also revealed that in january 2019, honda sent a recall to adjust the software and make a change in the AC unit and this car had that done. Honda also extended the warranty for these vehicles by one year. It is known that honda made engine changes in their 2019 modesa. It is speculated that the injector system is causing the issue in the 2017 and 2018 crv turbo changed engine.
Since new, engine intermittently stalls for a several seconds and then recovers with a burst of acceleration. Happens mainly at intersections when stopped or rolling at a very slow speed and turning either left or right. Dealer cannot diagnose the problem, and I cannot purposely duplicate the problem at will. However, it averages happening every approximately once per week. It happened 4/2/2021, on a heavy traffic loop and caused a fender bender accident. This could have been a major accident resulting in serious injury or death. After investigation, I find engine stalling is a common problem with this model honda.
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 honda cr-v. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving up hill at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle decelerated and stalled with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to thelen honda (1020 n. Euclid ave, bay city, mi 48706, (989) 402-0532) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the turbo needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. The VIN was not available.
Dilution of the engine oil with gasoline, causing level to rise. Smell of gasoline outside vehicle. Dealer says honda techline told them this is normal. My VIN is not part of honda's extended warranty as an answer to this issue.
When I star the car and drive the yellow warning light stay on and the red light blink and not go off. All warning light. (tps, collision mitigation problem, emisin syst. Problem, electric brake problem, etc.). Aslo this happen already 4 times before. Couple times I use my brakes when I was drive and I felt that the car no stop righ at time and almost hit the other car. Also I change my motor oil and the old one is mix with gasoline and is more volume that I put in. Also some time when I drive the car star to stalling.
Unintended acceleration from stop. With the engine at normal operating temperature, transmission in drive, and the vehicle stopped at a stop sign or traffic light, when I remove my foot from the brake pedal, the engine RPM instantly and abruptly increases from 700 RPM to approximately 1000 RPM. The vehicle moves ahead suddenly with no pressure on the accelerator pedal, and can reach a speed of 7 MPH on level pavement. The same acceleration occurs when I am moving very slowly into a parking space or garage and my foot is pressing lightly on the brake pedal -- the engine RPM increases suddenly and the vehicle "jumps" ahead, requiring increased pressure on the brake pedal to prevent acceleration. I believe that this condition constitutes a safety hazard because the driver does not expect the vehicle to move ahead with no pressure on the accelerator pedal, and therefore the vehicle could impact the vehicle ahead of it, a wall or parking barrier ahead of it, or a pedestrian crossing in front of it. I have taken the vehicle to two honda dealers for this condition (september 25, 2020 and march 12, 2021). The first service report stated "system scan found no dtcs, road tested and found all normal." the report from the second dealer stated "check and found normal/proper operation." this condition has existed since we bought the vehicle (new) on september 18, 2018. I firmly believe that this condition is not normal and has the definite potential to cause damage to the vehicle, other vehicles, property, or pedestrians. Honda should be required to fix this problem.
While driving all warning lights on the dash came on and the car shut down. Honda diagnosed the intercooler and turbocharger assemblies needed to be replaced. Car is undriveable.
Many times I start and drive the car and the yellow warning lights stay on and and also the red light brake keep blinking. When this hapen cruise, presure tires malfuncion. One the las time I parked and turn off and when I tried to star again the brakes stay engaged and no go any wheare. I have to disconect the batery 2 times for reset the alarms. Also when I drive low speed the motor start to stalling. When I changed motor oil I smelled gas and old oil is mix with gas and is more volume that the original
3wks feb23, 2021 I purchased a 2018 honda crv I was looking at some customers that complaining about oil deletion in the engine, I'm very worried because I do get a gas smell inside my car, from the exhaust and when I check the engine oil dipstick. It doesn't show as a recall but it is very concerning and I'm worried the vehicle would burst into flames.
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 honda cr-v. The contact stated while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with needing the fuel injectors to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 106,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 honda cr-v. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle loss motive power and stalled with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The contact coasted the vehicle to the shoulder of the roadway and turn the ignition to the off position. The vehicle failed to start and was left on the shoulder of the roadway. The following day the vehicle was towed to ashland honda (2301 lake shore dr. E, ashland, wi 54806, (715) 682-5252) where it was diagnosed that the turbocharger was under boosting and needed to be replaced. Additionally, there was an issue with oil consumption. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000. The VIN was not available. ## VIN failed ## 2018 honda cr-v ##
While driving a short distance, driving slow as I was in my subdivision my vehicle started jerking, it felt like it was going to stall, the engine light came on and started flashing repeatedly. I noticed a bad odor. I was only a minute or so from home and driving slowly, maybe 10 or 15 MPH. The sputtering, jerking and flashing engine light continued the rest of the way home. I got half way up my driveway and it felt like it was stalling so I stopped and shut vehicle off. A strong burning smell continued and I noticed smoke coming out of the passenger side exhaust pipe.
I have a 2018 honda crv ex. The check engine light came on with the emissions system problem warning at times, and at other times, all warning lights came on simultaneously. At times it drives fine while one or all these lights are on, but twice when I was driving 30-40 MPH, I have lost power, having to pull off to the side of the road.
Driving car on slight uphill grade a a misfire occurred causing a flashing check engine light. Throttle control was defeated by design and the car came to a stop in a lane with no shoulder and semi trucks behind me. Was able to cycle key a few times and throttle control was restored until car misfired again and same thing happened again. Talked to local honda service department and was told that what happened is by design, to protect the catalytic converter in the event of a misfire..this is a dangerous design flaw. There are other ways to protect the catalytic converter and still leave the car running with at least partial power. Many manufacturers simply cut fuel delivery to the cylinder that is misfiring, leaving you less power but still safe to drive.. This problem is a simple fix for honda with a reflash. This dangerous situation was created by a simple spark plug issue on one cylinder.
Entered the vehicle and began to drive. The problem lights all appeared as driving: steering, tire pressure, emergency brake, engine. The car stalled as driving and steering was made difficult, did the der der der noises. I felt endangered with my children and puppy in the vehicle.
Recently after purchased 1/2019 noticed oil level was 3/8" over high mark. Reported to local honda dealer and they said its normal to have gas in the oil. Also car emits smell of raw gasoline both in cabin when stopped. Also smell raw gas in garage and sometimes in our house while car is parked. After more investigation found that others were having problems tool
About a month ago, I was parking my crv and all of my dashboard warning lights came on. My cruise. Lane keep assist other features are completely disabled when this happens. My dealership states I need fuel injectors. I have done research on this problem, and honda is very aware of this fuel injector problem. They actually put an extended warranty in place on the powertrain to remedy this . Unfortunately the powertrain warranty does not cover fuel injectors.on one occasion. Nov. 3 2020, my car stalled while going 70 miles per hour on the highway. Afterwards I smelled a strong fuel smell in my car. I have smelled this odor several times, however honda says this is not a safety issue. I bought the car jan. 2020. It had 89k miles on it. I did not think this new car would need an extended warranty. So honda wants over $1100 to put fuel injectors in. I have read online about the many issues with the 2017 and 2018 crvs. The dream motor is a problem and honda knows it. I guess it will take someone dying before anyone will pay me any attention. Honda says this is not a safety problem therefore I am assuming it is safe to drive, as I have to have my car. I am a nurse and travel on my job. I have no cruise, lane keep assist, lane stability or any of those features. I dont know how this car will pass inspection like this. Please help me. Google problems with 2018 crv. .....honda knows all about it. I have already filed a complaint with them. Please advise if seeking legal counsel will be beneficial to me. Thank you.
2018 honda cr-v. Consumer writes in regards to engine shutting off, defective heater, gas in the oil. *ld
I keep smelling gasoline and having to get oil changes well before 5,000 miles. I believe that gas is getting into the oil. I have complained to the dealership service department and have been told that there is no fix available. I fear that the engine is going to give out soon.
On two occasions the engine lost power and there was a strong smell of gasoline inside the car. The vehicle was in forward motion on a busy highway. This occurred on two occasions within the past two weeks. Symptoms are indicative of an abnormal oil dilution problem with this vehicle.
Vehicle dashboard gave multiple warnings while in motion on the highway; the honda sensing system no longer functioned at this time. Took to nearby independent mechanic who narrowed malfunction to ECM. Took car to dealer who replaced vsa modulator. After approximately 30 days, vehicle would not start; engine starts but shuts back off immediately. Vehicle was towed to dealer; body control module was replaced.
This the third incident, where I was driving the vehicle and the car lost power, stalled, shut down, and all the sensors on the vehicle went off. The vacaville honda dealership on the second time refuse to document my issue or look at the battery without me paying for a service. I brought the car in for service. I feel really unsafe in this vehicle and vacaville honda has a history of not documenting my concerns. The vehicle was in motion and I came to a stop sign where I turned right and noticed the car was not moving when I pressed the gas. The car turned off and then turned on and all the sensors came on. I was able to get the car rolling by going down hill going about 2 MPH, even though the speedometer said 16 MPH. There was not way I was going at that speed. I had to have the car towed locally to another honda where I lived and they were unable to tell me why all the sensors went off.
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