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5J6RM4H96GL••••••2016 Honda CR-V
This build draws 3.1× more complaints than the average 2016 Honda CR-V build (7 vs 2).
7on this build
371on the model
162builds in total
Most reportedEngine 3Steering 2Fuel/propulsion System 2Air Bags 1
What owners of this build wrote
SteeringDec 2023
While driving my steering wheel keeps locking up to where i can not turn my wheel. I have had 3 close calls where i could have been in a serious accident..i have taken it to the Honda dealership 4 times (1st time was 25 days after buying it.waa told it was fixed. It happened 6…
Forward Collision AvoidanceFeb 2022
Approximately three months ago, all advanced safety features stopped working. I took the vehicle to the nearest Honda dealer and their troubleshooting indicated a defective windshield camera which is used by all the advanced safety features. They ordered a replacement camera but…
EngineMar 2021
I smell gasoline while sitting in the cabin driving. My car has sat all night and I'm parked in the driveway with the car running and I smell gasoline. It smells like when there is a small can of gas in the car a lawn mower. Speaking of which, the smell is not unlike the smell…
Air BagsDec 2017
Car horn do not work, controls on car steer wheel does not work
Unknown Or OtherFeb 2017
Strong fuel smell in the cabin of the car when I first start driving. Been noticing it daily over past several weeks
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5J6RM4H96GL006877 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.