Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2026 CR-V.
The 2026 Honda CR-V presents a distinct reliability profile within a model lineage tracked from 1997 to 2026, headlined by 98 total owner complaints and zero recalls. Although the top complaint area is listed as Visibility/Wiper, this model year registers the lowest complaint count in the vehicle's timeline at 99 instances, marking a significant departure from the peak of 2,085 complaints seen in 2018. For researchers, this placement indicates the vehicle currently sits at the most favorable point in its complaint history, establishing a concrete baseline for long-term durability expectations.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Hybrid Sport Touring 2.0L I-4 + Elec 1.08-kWh | 7.10 sec | 15.80 sec | 204 hp | AWD |
| 2026 | Hybrid Sport Touring 2.0L I-4 + Elec 1.08-kWh | 7.20 sec | 15.80 sec | 204 hp | AWD |
| 2026 | Hybrid TrailSport 2.0L I-4 + Elec 1.08-kWh | 7.30 sec | 15.90 sec | 204 hp | AWD |
| 2023 | Hybrid Sport 2.0L I-4 + Elec 1.1-kWh | 7.40 sec | 16.10 sec | 204 hp | FWD |
| 2023 | Hybrid Sport Touring 2.0L I-4 + Elec 1.1-kWh | 7.60 sec | 16.20 sec | 204 hp | AWD |
| 2023 | Hybrid Sport Touring 2.0L I-4 + Elec 1.1-kWh | 7.90 sec | 16.30 sec | 204 hp | AWD |
| 2023 | EX-L 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 8.10 sec | 16.30 sec | 190 hp | AWD |
| 2023 | EX-L 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 8.30 sec | 16.40 sec | 190 hp | AWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2026 Honda CR-V represents a notable inflection point in the vehicle’s federal safety record, particularly within its current generation. Complaints have declined sharply from the 2023 peak (503) to just 99 in 2026, while recalls and investigations have dropped to zero—contrasting with the elevated figures seen in 2022–2024. This trend suggests Honda has addressed earlier issues, likely tied to the mid-cycle refresh or software updates, as the data does not specify root causes. The top complaint areas—visibility/wiper systems and unspecified concerns—are relatively minor compared to past powertrain or electrical spikes (e.g., 2017–2018). With no recalls or investigations and the lowest complaint volume in over a decade, the 2026 model year appears to be a standout for reliability. **For a used buyer, this is one of the strongest years in the generation to purchase.**
All 98 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 16 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATI&06092026902 | 2026-06-09 | Visibility/Wiper | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2024-2026… |
| ATI&05272026901 | 2026-05-27 | Visibility/Wiper | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2024-2026… |
| A26-036 | 2026-04-07 | Forward Collision Avoidance | Service Bulletin - When the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system is activated while… |
| AATS30566 | 2026-04-06 | Electrical System | Tech Line Summary - The vehicle's infotainment system displays previously viewed SMS… |
| ATI&04062026902 | 2026-04-06 | Visibility/Wiper | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2024-2025… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.
Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.