2001 Honda CR-V recalls and problems

The 2001 Honda CR-V has 1 safety recall and 142 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

142

Crashes / fires

11 / 3

Injuries / deaths

9 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Honda CR-V vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Honda CR-V recalls

Recall 20V-027: Air Bags

Reported Jan 17, 2020 · 875,966 vehicles affected · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2001-2002 Acura 3.2CL, 2000-2003 Acura 3.5RL, 2000-2001 Acura 3.2TL, Honda CR-V and Honda Odyssey, 2001-2002 Acura MDX and 2000 Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Coupe, and Civic Sedan vehicles. These vehicles may have received a replacement driver frontal air bag module as part of a vehicle repair. Due to a manufacturing issue, the replacement NADI inflator may absorb moisture, causing the inflator to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bags in the vehicles, replacing the driver frontal air bag inflator with an inflator of a different design, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138.

2001 Honda CR-V problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	52
Engine and Engine Cooling	24
Visibility	9
Engine	9
Equipment	8
Tires	8
Electrical System	7
Power Train	6
Seat Belts	6
Unknown or Other	5
Vehicle Speed Control	4
Latches/Locks/Linkages	4

Most reported parts

Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 12
Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner — 3
Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 3
Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 3
Power Train › Clutch Assembly — 2
Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly — 2
Equipment › Mechanical › Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift — 2
Tires › Tread/Belt — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 100,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Honda CR-V complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Jun 16, 2026

I bought this car from a private seller and he claimed the vehicle was in good condition. A day later the car has been dying on me while driving. Nothing shows on the check engine that something is wrong with it. The car will start and able to drive but then will die on me again. How do I find if it's covered under a recall?

Power Train · reported May 9, 2026

Engine shuts off while driving. Speeds can be low or high. 20-65 mph. While driving, engine will cut off. Sometimes the electrics remain on and I can use power steering to pull to the side of the road, other times everything shuts down. It can happen while turning or regular straight driving. Sometimes it will restart right after, other times, it won't start for many minutes. We have gotten stuck in turn lanes, middle of intersections, and busy 3 lane city roads. Mechanic says it is not showing any codes and can't find anything wrong with the car.

Air Bags · reported Jan 21, 2022

The SRS light has come on in our 2001 Honda CR-V. Diagnostics at the dealership revealed that the control module is defective, and Honda does not cover its replacement. This is a safety issue, as the airbags will not deploy with the SRS light on. Honda should be responsible for this. Please issue a recall. It appears this issue has been occurring for several years.

Air Bags · at 146,000 miles · reported Nov 3, 2021

The contact owned a 2001 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at 25 mph, another vehicle had run a stop sign and the contact's vehicle crashed into the rear driver side door of the other vehicle. None of the air bags deployed upon impact. No medical attention was received. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a gas station. The insurance company had not inspected the vehicle to deem it totaled. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. Prior to the failure, the vehicle had a NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V027000 (Air Bags) recall repaired by the dealer. The…

Air Bags · at 197,579 miles · reported Oct 28, 2020

I looked up my VIN I'd to see it had a air bag recall. I then call my local honda dealer to see when I could take vehicle in for the recall. They stated bring it ant time. I also received a 'safety recall notice' from honda. On 10/27/2020 I took the vehicle to have the air bag replaced. As it turn out on the paper work when contacted to pick up the vehicle it stated 'air bag inspection complete'. I later called the dealer to find out that it was not replaced but only inspected. This was done by honda spreen. Is inspection only correct or replacement correct. Should the recall have replaced the…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Honda CR-V have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Honda CR-V: 20V-027 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Honda CR-V?

Owners report air bags problems most often (52 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (24). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 100,000 miles.

Are Honda recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Honda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.