Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 CR-V.
The 2019 CR-V’s engine is calibrated to hold 3.7 quarts of 0W-20 oil, a detail that reflects its design focus. Its reliability record documents 1063 owner complaints, with the most frequent problem occurring in forward‑collision avoidance and eight total recalls. The complaint count reached a high of 2085 in 2018 and has since declined to 98 in the latest year.
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.
| Overall length | 180.7 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in |
| Overall height | 66.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in |
| Curb weight | 3483 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63 / 63.8 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 58/42 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Touring (87 octane) 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 7.30 sec | 15.70 sec | 190 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | Touring (93 octane) 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 7.40 sec | 15.80 sec | 190 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | EX-L 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 7.60 sec | 15.90 sec | 190 hp | AWD |
| 2018 | LX 2.4L I-4 | 7.70 sec | 16.00 sec | 184 hp | FWD |
| 2018 | Touring 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 8.60 sec | 16.70 sec | 190 hp | AWD |
| 2020 | Hybrid Touring 2.0L I-4 + Elec 1.4-kWh | 7.50 sec | 16.00 sec | 212 hp | AWD |
| 2020 | Hybrid Touring 2.0L I-4 + Elec 1.4-kWh | 7.60 sec | 16.20 sec | 212 hp | AWD |
| 2020 | Touring 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 7.60 sec | 15.90 sec | 190 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 3.7 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, Dot 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Honda HCF-2 Transmission Fluid |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 4.5 qt |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Honda HCF-2 Transmission Fluid |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.9 qt |
| Brake Fluid | Dot 3 |
| Engine Coolant | Honda Type 2 antifreeze/coolant |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.7 qt |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 13 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 10 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 33.0 ft-lbs |
| Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s) | 16.0 ft-lbs |
| Flex or Driveplate Bolts | 55.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 55 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 18 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 33 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 242.0 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 720 Checking Speed rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | ±50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load) | 720 Speed up rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (Secondary Under Load) | ±50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load) | 720 Speed up rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (Secondary Under Load) | ±50 rpm |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Honda |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 0.959 - 1.069 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | ND-8 |
| Oil Capacity | 2.60 - 3.50 oz |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 0.915 - 1.025 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 57.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 64.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 57.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 64.0 |
| Engine Compression | 400 |
| Engine Compression | 400 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 37.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 17 ft-lbs |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 101.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 80.0 ft-lbs |
| ABS Sensor Torque | Front: 6.0; Rear: 6.0 |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.063; Rear: 0.063 in |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: .906; Rear: .315 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | .0006 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .0016 |
| 1 | 10 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°. | 10 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 48 inch lbs., Step 2: 30 ft. lbs., Step 3: 120°. | 48 in |
| 1 | 22 ft. lbs., Step 2: 40°. | 22 ft. lbs |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2019 model year represents a significant inflection point in the CR-V's federal complaint history, with 1,063 complaints marking a 49 percent decrease from 2018's peak of 2,085, yet remaining substantially elevated above 2020's 332 and 2021's 310. While complaint volume declined sharply from the prior two years, 2019 registered eight recalls—the highest count in the 2017-2021 window—alongside three investigations and 223 technical service bulletins. Relative to the surrounding years, 2019 sits at the tail end of a high-complaint cycle that spiked in 2017-2018, with the 2019 docket showing forward collision avoidance, steering, and fuel system concerns leading at 198, 118, and 108 complaints respectively, accompanied by 30 crash-related filings. Given that 2020 and 2021 models demonstrate markedly lower complaint rates and reduced recall activity, prospective buyers should weigh the 2019 model's elevated federal filing profile and higher recall burden against its likely market discount, though the data does not specify whether the underlying causes were fully resolved in subsequent years.
All 1,063 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 8 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 CR-V vehicles. The rear subframe bolts were improperly manufactured and may loosen, allowing the rear subframe to separate. Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear subframe bolts and retorque them or replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2020…
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at…
Showing 5 of 223 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A25-077 | 2025-07-28 | Engine | Service Bulletin - Oil leak at timing chain tensioner inspection cover due to possible… |
| ATI&10112024901 | 2024-10-11 | Engine | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2022… |
| ATI&09202024901 | 2024-09-20 | Engine | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2022… |
| ATI&09112024907 | 2024-09-11 | Engine | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2022… |
| ATI&08262024902 | 2024-08-26 | Engine | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2022… |
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3.7 qt of 0W-20, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.