Honda CR-V: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 9,631 Honda CR-V cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1997 and 2026.
In a sample of 397 cars, 46.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, about as often as average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (11.6% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 22 recalls for this model; 5.5% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.9% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 11.6% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 8.3% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 8.3% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 7.6% |
| Brake light not working (properly) | 4.5% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 4% |
| Steering dust boot damaged, not sealing | 3.8% |
| Tyre damaged | 3.3% |
| Disc/drum brake binding | 2.8% |
| Kingpin dust boot damaged and not sealing | 2.5% |
Share of 397 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 9.3% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 3% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 9,631 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 5.5% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.9% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 1997 to 2026 |
All Honda CR-V passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-22 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 860 |
| 2025-04-14 | towbar and trailer coupling | serious | 22 |
| 2025-04-01 | steering | serious | 704 |
| 2024-04-08 | electrical system | – | 760 |
| 2020-12-23 | windows and wipers | serious | 3,921 |
| 2020-10-01 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 9,801 |
| 2020-03-16 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 4,932 |
| 2019-08-26 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 7,668 |
| 2019-07-30 | electrical system | – | 0 |
| 2019-04-23 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 1 |
| 2019-03-27 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 7,343 |
| 2019-03-08 | brakes | – | 0 |
| 2018-06-20 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 8,036 |
| 2017-09-11 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 8,257 |
| 2017-02-01 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 28,544 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Honda CR-V fail the APK?
In a sample of 397 cars first registered 2012–2021, 46.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Honda CR-V?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (11.6%), number plate light not working (properly) / missing (8.3%), tyre tread depth insufficient (8.3%).
Does the Honda CR-V have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 22 recalls. 5.5% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Honda models
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.