Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 CR-V.
The 2014 Honda CR‑V is a compact SUV built on Honda’s long‑running crossover platform and powered by a four‑cylinder engine that requires 4.2 qt of 0W‑20 API oil, paired with a smooth‑shifting five‑speed automatic transmission; its EPA ratings of 23 mpg city, 30 mpg highway and 26 mpg combined reflect the model’s balanced efficiency for the segment. Across the 1997‑2026 production span, owner complaints total 585 for this year, with the engine identified as the most frequent issue and a single recall recorded, positioning the 2014 CR‑V well below the 2018 peak of 2,085 complaints yet above the 2026 low of 99. This middle‑ground reliability record indicates that the 2014 model remains a dependable choice within the CR‑V lineage, offering solid durability without the extremes seen in other model years.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 51R · 410 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 5-spd |
| Overall length | 178.3 in |
| Overall width | 71.7 in |
| Overall height | 64.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in |
| Curb weight | 3490 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 61.4 / 61.4 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 58/42 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 23 / 30 / 26 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the CR-V of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | EX-L 2.4L I-4 | 8.70 sec | 16.60 sec | 185 hp | FWD |
| 2015 | EX 2.4L I-4 | 7.50 sec | 15.90 sec | 185 hp | FWD |
| 2015 | Touring 2.4L I-4 | 8.20 sec | 16.60 sec | 185 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | Touring 2.4L I-4 | 8.50 sec | 16.70 sec | 185 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | Touring 2.4L I-4 | 8.90 sec | 16.90 sec | 185 hp | AWD |
| 2012 | EX-L 2.4L I-4 | 8.40 sec | 16.30 sec | 185 hp | FWD |
| 2012 | EX-L 2.4L I-4 | 8.50 sec | 16.60 sec | 185 hp | AWD |
| 2012 | EX-L 2.4L I-4 | 8.60 sec | 16.50 sec | 185 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 4.2 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil, USE HONDA PART NO. 08200-9007 OR EQUIVALENT in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 29.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 2.7 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 2.3 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Differential Gear Oil | USE HONDA PART NO. 08200-9007 OR EQUIVALENT |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 2.5 Pints |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 · API |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 55 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 16 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 23 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 29.0 ft-lbs |
| Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs | 9 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | 36.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 242 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 133 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 760 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Ignition Timing | 8, Not adjutstable degrees |
| Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance | 2 degrees |
| Ignition Timing Reference RPM | Idle rpm |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 0.85-1.10 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 2.65-3.00 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 51R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 410 cca |
| Pressure Test | 14-18 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 14-18 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | 168-176 °F |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 47.0 |
| Engine Compression | 135 Minimum PSI. 29 Maximum variation PSI |
| Engine Oil Pressure | 10 psi @ idle, 44 psi @ 3000 rpm psi |
| Intake Valve Lash | 0.008-0.009 in |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | 0.100-0.0110 in |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 17 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 80 ft-lbs |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 25 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 101 ft-lbs |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 37 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 101 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.063; Rear: 0.063 in |
| Minimum Shoe Thickness | 0.039 in |
| 1 | 4 ft. lbs, Step 2: 30 ft. lbs., Step 3: 120 | 4 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 37 ft. lbs., step 2: 90 degrees - With new bolt or crankshaft: step 1: torque to 130 ft. lbs., step 2: remove bolt and retorque to specifications. | 37 ft. lbs |
Prep Measure the diameter of each cylinder head bolt at point A and point B. Point A = 45.00 mm from thread end and point B = 50.00 mm from thread end. If either diameter is less than 11.3 mm (0.445 in), Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.
| 1 | 30.0 ft. lbs. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | If using new bolts turn an additional 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2014 Honda CR-V sits within a generation that initially saw relatively low complaint volumes—399 in 2012 and 381 in 2013—before a sharp rise to 585 complaints in 2014 and a peak of 668 in 2015. Despite this upward trend in owner-reported issues, the 2014 model year carries only 1 recall, the lowest in its generation, alongside 2 investigations and 108 technical service bulletins. The complaint record for 2014 is dominated by engine concerns (123 complaints), with 36 crash-related and 7 fire-related reports, though the data does not specify root causes. This pattern suggests that while the 2014 CR-V avoided the widespread recall campaigns seen in some neighboring years, it experienced a significant spike in owner dissatisfaction, particularly with the engine. For a buyer, this year presents a mixed profile: minimal recall activity is a positive, but the elevated complaint rate relative to earlier fourth-generation models warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection focused on engine performance.
All 585 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022… Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's…
Showing 5 of 108 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A19050B | 2019-05-16 | Steering | ServiceNews Article - When removing and installing a cable reel, you need to keep both… |
| A18030D | 2018-09-27 | Tires | Servicenews Article - If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS indicator is on after a recent tire… |
| A18-057 | 2018-06-15 | Air Bags | Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating… |
| A16-063 | 2018-04-11 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Service bulletin - The tailgate won?t open from the outside handle in temperatures near… |
| A18030D | 2018-03-26 | Tires | Servicenews article - If you get a vehicle coming in because the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS… |
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4.2 qt of 0W-20 API, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 23 city / 30 highway / 26 combined mpg.