1998 Honda Cr-v problems
The Honda CR-V (also sold as the Honda Breeze in China since 2019) is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by Japanese automaker Honda since 1995. Initial models of the CR-V were built using the same platform as the Civic.
Honda began producing the CR-V in Sayama, Japan, and Swindon, United Kingdom, for worldwide markets, adding North American manufacturing sites in East Liberty, Ohio, United States, in 2007; El Salto, Jalisco, Mexico, in late 2007 (ended in early 2017); Alliston, Ontario, Canada, in 2012; and Greensburg, Indiana, United States, in February 2017. The CR-V is also produced in Wuhan for the Chinese market by Dongfeng Honda, and also marketed as the Breeze in China for the version produced at Guangzhou by Guangqi Honda.
Honda states "CR-V" stands for "Comfortable Runabout Vehicle," while the term "Compact Recreational Vehicle" is used in a British car review article that was republished by Honda, associating the model name with the Sports Utility Vehicle abbreviation of SU-V.
As of 2022, the CR-V is positioned between the smaller ZR-V (marketed as HR-V in North America) – which the CR-V shares platform with – and the larger North American market Passport/Pilot or the Chinese market Avancier/UR-V. It is currently Honda's best-selling vehicle in the world, and the second best-selling SUV globally in 2020.
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Common 1998 Honda Cr-v problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the 1998 Honda CR-V, several common problems have been identified:
- Lower Ball Joint Issues: One of the most common problems reported is related to the lower ball joints. Owners have experienced issues where the ball joint pops out of the cup, leading to potential safety concerns and affecting the vehicle's stability and handling. Additionally, the tie rod ends may also show signs of wear and slack, impacting the steering responsiveness of the vehicle.
- Sway Bar End Links: Another prevalent issue with the 1998 Honda CR-V is related to the sway bar end links. These components are known to develop slack over time, causing popping noises when driving over bumps. This issue can affect the vehicle's suspension system and lead to a less comfortable driving experience.
- Interior Water Leaks: Some owners have reported instances of water leaks in the interior of the 1998 Honda CR-V. Water leaks can cause damage to the interior components, including the fabric and electronics, leading to potential mold growth and electrical issues. Identifying and addressing these leaks promptly is crucial to prevent further damage.
These common problems highlight the importance of regular maintenance and inspection of key components in the 1998 Honda CR-V to ensure the vehicle's safety, performance, and longevity. Addressing these issues promptly can help owners maintain the reliability and functionality of their vehicles.
How many miles can a 1998 Honda CR-V last?
The life expectancy of the Honda CR-V is totally dependent on how well it is taken care of. If it is well taken care of then it can last anywhere froM200,000 miles to over 400,000 miles or longer.
What year was the worst for Honda CR-V?
Honda CR-V Best, Neutral, and Worst Years
| Generation | Best Years | Worst Years |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd generation (RD4-RD9) | 2005 2006 | 2002 2003 2004 |
| 3rd generation (RE1-RE5, RE7) | 2009 | 2007 2008 |
| 4th generation (RM1-RM4, RE5-RE6) | 2013 2016 | 2014 2015 |
| 5th generation (RW1-RW8, RT5-RT6) | 2022 | 2017 2018 2021 |
What is the most reliable year for a used Honda CR-V?
Best Year Used CR-V: 2015-2016
If you want a newer used model, then consider the 2015 to 2016 model years.
How reliable is older Honda CR-V?
The first generation of Honda CR-V launched all the way back in 1997. Whilst these cars were highly reliable when new, first-generation Honda CR-Vs are all more than 20 years old so will inevitably have problems that come with the passage of so much time. These can include rust, bad sway bar links, and oil leaks.
1998 Honda Cr-v car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Honda Cr-v problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Air bags problems
- Power train problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Tires problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1998 Honda Cr-v vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1998 Honda Cr-v
The NHTSA has received 143 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1998 Honda Cr-v. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1998 Honda Cr-v vehicles.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-04
- VIN: JHLRD1847WC
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING NORMALLY, GOING 47MPH & ACCELERATING AS I WAS ABOUT TO MERGE INTO TRAFFIC ON HIGH WAY, WHEN MY CARS ENGINE SUDDENLY DIED. I DIDENT EVEN NOTICE AT FIRST BECAUSE IT HAPPENED SUDDENLY AND QUIETLY. I ONLY NOTICED BECAUSE THE STEERING LOCKED UP AND I FOUND IT VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN THE WHEEL. I WAS ABLE TO PUT ON MY HAZARD LIGHTS AND STOP THE CAR ON THE SIDE OF THE FREEWAY. CAR WOULD NOT RUN SINCE THIS HAPPENED. CAR WILL START BUT DIE ON IDEL. HAVE REPLACED STARTER, MAIN RELAY, IGNITION, SPARK PLUGS AND HAVE HAD 4 AUTO SHOPS LOOK AT IT AND STILL NO ONE CAN FIGURE OUT THE ISSUE..
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-15
- VIN: JHLRD2846WC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V026000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. HONDA OF FORT MYERS (14020 S. TAMIAMI TRL, FORT MYERS, FL 33912, 239-288-2397) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-15
- VIN: JHLRD1864WC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V026000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED CARDINAL HONDA (531 CT-12, GROTON, CT 06340; (860) 449-0411) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.*DT*JB
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-16
- VIN: JHLRD1769WC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V026000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE LOCAL DEALER LEE'S SUMMIT HONDA LOCATED AT 401 NE COLBERN RD, LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64806 WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-21
- VIN: JHLRD1864WC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V026000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. AN UNKNOWN DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-17
- VIN: JHLRD1864WC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V026000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE LOCAL DEALER KEN GARFF HONDA LOCATED AT 195 E. UNIVERSITY PKWY, OREM, UT 84058 WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-31
- VIN: JHLRT1866WC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V026000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED KLEIN HONDA (10611 EVERGREEN WAY, EVERETT, WA 98204, (425) 355-7500) AND RAIRDON'S HONDA OF MARYSVILLE (15714 SMOKEY POINT BLVD, MARYSVILLE, WA 98271, (360) 363-8600) AND IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. VIN INVALID.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-01
- VIN: JHLRD2840WC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V026000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR THE DEALER HAD BEEN NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-01
- VIN: JHLRD1741WC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V026000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED HONDA OF SANTA FE (7511A CERRILLOS RD, SANTA FE, NM 87507; (505) 471-7007) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-01
- VIN: JHLRD284XWC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THIS AIRBAG HAS BEEN RECALLED 3/20 AND AS OF 8/20 ARE STILL NOT PROVIDING THE PARTS FOR REPAIR, THEY HAVE BEEN PROMISING FREE REPAIR FOR 5 MONTHS NOW, AND WE HAVE BEEN PAYING INSURANCE ON THE CAR BUT ARE AFRAID TO DRIVE IT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-27
- VIN: JHLRD186XWC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 02V120000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM), HOWEVER THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE VEHICLE WAS AT A STAND STILL, SHE WAS UNABLE TO INSERT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. A DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 200,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-15
- VIN: JHLRD1847WC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V026000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. STEPHEN WADE HONDA (1630 S HILTON DR, ST. GEORGE, UT 84770, (435) 628-6100) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-18
- VIN: JHLRD1863WC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE AIRBAGS IN THE 1998 HONDA CRV'S HAVE BEEN FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE WITH NO REMEDY, WHICH IS ABSOLUTELY UNACCEPTABLE IN A VEHICLE OVER 20 YEARS OLD. THIS VEHICLE IS USED TO TRANSPORT MY FAMILY AND IT IS UNBELIEVABLE THAT HONDA CAN ALLOW SUCH A FATAL PROBLEM TO GO UNSOLVED FOR SO MANY YEARS. THEY SHOULD BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR ANY INJURIES SUSTAINED DUE TO THESE DYSFUNCTIONAL AIRBAGS UNTIL THEY ARE ABLE TO REPLACE SAID AIRBAGS WITHOUT CHARGE.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-29
- VIN: JHLRD1866WC
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING WITH RADIO ON THE ENGINE CUTS OUT AFTER SITTING FOR A COUPLE MINUTES IT WILL START BACK UP HOWEVER IT STALLS AGAIN IF RADIO IS ON. THIS PROBLEM ONLY OCCURS WHEN I HAVE RADIO ON IF I LEAVE THE RADIO OFF IT WORKS OK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-01-01
- VIN: JHLRD174XWC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: I SAW THIS HAS A RECALL, BUT WHEN I TYPED IN MY VIN INTO YOUR SYSTEM IT SAYS '0 RECALLS.' I HAVE ALL THE ISSUES HAPPENING FOR THIS RECALL AND I WAS WONDERING HOW TO PROCEED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-02
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED SEVERAL TIMES WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SEVERAL INDEPENDENT MECHANICS WHOM WERE UNABLE TO PROVIDE A PERMANENT SOLUTION. A DEALER MENTIONED THAT THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL RECALL REPAIR PERFORMED TO REPLACE THE STARTER BEFORE THE CONTACT OWNED THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER (AVALON HONDA, 100 AVALON BLVD, CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NJ 08210, (877) 515-6611) STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NEED TO BE FURTHER INSPECTED AND DIAGNOSED TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-05
- VIN: JHLRD2840WC
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE TRANSMISSION GOES INTO NEUTRAL BY ITSELF AND NO GEARS WORK AT ALL UNTIL YOU TURN IT OFF AND RESTART IT THEN IT WILL MOVE A SHORT DISTANCE AND DO IT AGAIN IT HAPPENED ON THE FREEWAY AND I ALMOST HAD AN ACCIDENT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-09
- VIN: JHLRD1842WC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 02V120000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THEY STATED THAT WOULD PERFORM THE REPAIR; HOWEVER, THEY WOULD HAVE TO DISABLE THE ALARM. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-06
- VIN: JHLRD1865WC
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS MOVED TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD AND RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 185,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-18
- VIN: JHLRD1848WC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED WHEN DRIVING OVER A BUMP. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY SERVICED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 02V120000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 172,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-02
- VIN: JHLRD1844WC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHEN VEHICLE IS RUNNING, AND IN MOTION, THE ENGINE WILL SUDDENLY STOP. ONCE STOPPED, I CAN START IT RIGHT BACK UP. TOUCHING THE KEYS IN THE IGNITION SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE SAME BEHAVIOR.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-05-01
- VIN: JHLRD1868WC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: SEE THIS LINK FOR FULL DETAIL: HTTP://WWW.VISUALIMPRESSIONS.CA/SWITCH/ MY CAR CUT OUT WITHOUT WARNING ON THE FREEWAY--REPEATEDLY. AFTER MUCH FALSE REPAIR AND FRUSTRATION, I FOUND ABOVE LINK DESCRIBING FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH THAT HONDA APPARENTLY KNOWS ABOUT BUT DOES NOTHING ABOUT. I CONTACTED LOCAL HONDA DEALER AND THEY SAID NO RECALL.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-15
- VIN: JHLRD1764WC
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF A 1998 HONDA CR-V. I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED BY HONDA THAT THERE IS AN EXTENDED WARRANTY ON MY VEHICLE DUE TO A FAULTY DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR IN THE DRIVER'S DOOR. I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY I WAS NOT CONTACTED REGARDING THE RECALL. I JUST HAPPENED TO SEE THAT THERE IS ONE THAT EXPIRES ON NOVEMBER 1, 2015. I AM ASKING THAT I BE GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE MY VEHICLE IN FOR THE REPAIR FREE OF CHARGE BECAUSE THE MANUFACTURERS FAILED TO NOTIFY ME.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-12-17
- VIN: JHLRD186XWC
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED BUT WAS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-25
- VIN: JHLRD1845WC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I AM FILING A FORMAL COMPLAIN DUE TO I HAVE BROUGHT MY CAR ONTO THE DEALERSHIP AUG 7, 2014 DUE TO MY CAR WILL STALL IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. I JUST REPLACE THE BATTERY 07/26/2013 I HAVE BROUGHT MY CAR ONTO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY ARE CLAIMING THAT THERE IS NOTHING WRONG. THEY KEEP IT OVERNIGHT AND WHEN I PICKED IT UP AFTER 5 DAYS IT WILL STALL AGAIN, I AM TRYING TO CALL THE SERVICE MANAGER IN DIAMOND HONDA GLENDALE AND THEY SAID MANAGER IS ON VACATION. I CALLED CORPORATE OVER HONDA IN TORRANCE CA. ACCORDING TO THE CASE MANAGER WHO WILL HANDLING MY CASE THEY WILL DO FURTHER INVESTIGATION. IN MY EXPERIENCE I HAVE NEVER BEEN NEGLECTED BY THE DEALERSHIP. THEY CHECK ON THE SYSTEM THAT THERE IS NOTHING WRONG. BUT I KEEP TELLING THEM TO CHECK IT CAREFULLY WHAT IF SOMETHING I GOT INVOLVE IN AN ACCIDENT. WOULD I JUST BE A PART OF NHTSA STATISTICS WHEN FATALITY RESULTS. MY CAR HAS A PROBLEM AND MY IMPRESSION I HAVE THE CAR MAYBE IT IS THE CAR ITSELF. IT WILL NOT SHOW YET IN THE SYSTEM, BECAUSE I AM NOT YET FILLING A FORMAL COMPLAIN. I AM ADDRESSING YOU THIS ISSUES DUE TO PREVENT FURTHER ACCIDENT CAN HAPPEN ON THE ROAD. I CANT BATTLE THIS DEALERSHIP BY MYSELF I JUST NEED YOU HELPED AND LETTING THEM KNOW OR HONDA CORPORATE THAT THERE IS A PROBLEM IN MY CAR. THANK YOU *TR
1998 Honda Cr-v recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 1998 Honda Cr-v.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu Oasis vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag inflator, and replace it if necessary, with an inflator of a different design, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138 or Isuzu customer service at 1-800-255-6727.
- Manufacturer: AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
- Summary: ON CERTAIN SEDANS, COUPES, HATCHBACKS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, ELECTRICAL CONTACTS IN THE IGNITION SWITCH CAN DEGRADE DUE TO THE HIGH ELECTRICAL CURRENT PASSING THROUGH THE SWITCH WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED.
- Consequence: WORN CONTACTS COULD CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 14, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009 OR ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238.
- Manufacturer: AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. AN IMPROPERLY ROUTED UNDER DASH WIRE HARNESS COULD BE DAMAGED BY CONTACT WITH THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A BLOWN FUSE. IF THIS OCCURS, OPERATION OF A CRITICAL COMPONENT CAN BE LOST, INCLUDING WINDSHIELD WIPERS, HEADLIGHTS, TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD LAMPS, TAIL LAMPS, THE ANTI-LOCKING FUNCTION OF THE BRAKES, AND BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM.
- Consequence: A SUDDEN, UNEXPECTED LOSS OF LIGHTING OR A FAILURE OF THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS IN BAD WEATHER, COULD BE HAZARDOUS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A 70MM PROTECTIVE, CORRUGATED PLASTIC TUBE OVER THE WIRE HARNESS, IN THE AREA OF THE BRAKE STOP SWITCH. IF ANY WIRE OR WIRES ARE DAMAGED, THEY WILL BE REPAIRED.
Negative 1998 Honda Cr-v car reviews
Positive 1998 Honda Cr-v car reviews
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Your Honda sounds like a great car! It has been reliable since day 1, starts every time, and has great AWD performance. As a short person myself, I appreciate that it is very comfy and lower to the ground. Just make sure to keep up with the maintenance schedule and you should have no problems. I understand that living near the L.I. Sound means dealing with salt water daily, so it's no surprise that there is some underbelly rust on the exhaust system after 10 years. Despite its age, the car still has excellent performance. The only issue I see is that the radiator went at 170K, but that's not too bad considering the car's age and mileage.
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My CRV has been a very reliable and usable vehicle. Although, I have found that getting it serviced by a reliable mechanic is much more economical than going to the dealer. The mechanic is not as inclined to replace parts that are in good condition, which has saved me money.
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I've had my CR-V for almost 4 years now and it has been a great car. Other than regular oil changes, 2 tune ups and a set of tires, I have never had any problems with it. Although the 126 hp '97 & '98s could use a bigger engine, the car still performs well. Honda's reliability, comfort, build quality and everything else that makes Honda a great vehicle manufacturer, make it a great buy. With the newer model, Honda continues to produce great vehicles.
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Great reliable car that is good on gas. It could use more power and pick up, and the brakes could be better.
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Toby Trantow 2024-10-25
I am thrilled with this vehicle! It's my first Honda and my first SUV after having a very sporty car. It has been incredibly reliable. I've only needed to change the oil regularly and replace the tires and brakes once in the 3 years I've had it. My SUV has a manual transmission which has proven to be reliable even after 60,000 miles so far...
Erick Abshire 2024-10-01
I bought my CR-V for a couple of reasons. Firstly, I was drawn to Honda's reputation for reliability, and secondly, I wanted an SUV with decent gas mileage. Unfortunately, after 3 years of ownership, I started experiencing transmission problems. I found myself spending more on maintenance than any other car I have owned. I was disappointed when the transmission started having trouble just miles after the warranty ran out. It would have been great if Honda had offered a better warranty for such a 'reliable' vehicle. However, I have decided to buy American cars from now on. At least, when they break down, I can afford to fix them or find the parts to fix them myself.
Nelson Kilback 2024-08-25
Our CRV was purchased in 2004 and we have had some issues with it. However, we are confident that these issues can be resolved. We have noticed that the car revs up high when trying to speed up, but we believe that this can be fixed. The cruise control can differ by 10 mph than what you set it at, but we are confident that this can be adjusted. We have also noticed that the car has a hard time going up hills and revs up really high, but we are confident that this can be improved. We believe that the stereo can be upgraded to improve the sound quality. We have also noticed that the paint and carpet are not of the highest quality. We think there may be a slight oil problem because of a little smoke that comes out of the exhaust, but we are confident that this can be resolved. We have had some electrical issues, but we are confident that these can be fixed. Although the car is uncomfortable, especially for long trips, we believe that this can be improved. We understand that some people may have had negative experiences with Honda's, but we are confident that with the right adjustments, our CRV can be a reliable and enjoyable car.
Cristobal Sporer 2024-07-13
When we bought our Honda, we were hoping for a reliable vehicle, but unfortunately, we've had some quality issues that are not typical of Honda. We've had to replace the transmission, rear suspension, and steering rack, and have experienced some minor annoyances such as the rear wiper not being very effective, noise at highway speeds, limited adjustability of the driver's seat, an awkward angle of the steering wheel, an underpowered engine, a useless center console, and poorly designed cupholders. Additionally, we had some trouble with the stereo due to the radio-code needed, which we didn't have since we bought the car used. Despite these issues, we still appreciate our Honda and hope to resolve these problems soon.
Roscoe King 2024-07-04
We have this CRV and we really like it. It has been very reliable and we haven't had any issues with it at all. But, of course, it is a Honda!