2014 Honda CR-V

Reliability, what owners report, and what it costs to keep.

78/100

Worth a look

AVOIR's read: a solid ownership case with specific caveats below.

What owners actually report

Owners have filed 587 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Honda CR-V, and it carries 1 recall. These are owner allegations rather than confirmed defects, but the pattern of what people complain about is the most useful signal a used buyer has.

Complaints by area, from NHTSA records for this model-year
Area	Complaints	Share
Engine	124	21%
Unknown or other	69	12%
Electrical system	38	6%
Power train	33	6%
Tires	24	4%
Visibility/wiper	23	4%
Air bags	21	4%
Power train	18	3%
Structure	16	3%
Wheels	16	3%

In owners' own words

Verbatim from NHTSA complaint records, trimmed for length.

VTC actuator malfunction causing timing chain failure leading to engine failure dangerous if driving causing engine to fail on highway leading to dangerous situation paid to fix 10,000 miles later same issue with updated
NHTSA complaint: Engine

Since this car has been purchased several times, it wouldn’t start. We thought the battery was dead. We’ve had it serviced several times while it was under warranty and at different mechanics with no avail. However, a Ho
NHTSA complaint: Unknown or other

My 2014 Honda CRV 's entire sunroof glass shattered while parked in the sun. You can see from the images I've attached below that was no impact or other cause Please let me know what steps I can take to have the Honda de
NHTSA complaint: Visibility/wiper

I am the original owner of 2014 Honda CRV , color of the car is Pearl White, NH-603 PX, right after manufacturing guarantee, paint started to peel, top, back door, complete passenger side. Paint is bubbling and peeling o
NHTSA complaint: Structure

Goodday, I bought the car a month ago from a dealer on terms. The first time i drove car and turning right its sounds like the wheel or something is about to break off. Like maybe the axel. Extremly loud. Scary loud. No
NHTSA complaint: Suspension

This make and model Honda with a 2.4L engine have several known defects which brings potential harm and high operational and repair costs to its owners. Honda is well aware of the engine problems but refuses to issue re
NHTSA complaint: Engine

VTC Actuator Issue with part causing timing chain to stretch and throw codes. I had timing chain replaced $2300, but it was still making a noise at start up. Apparently it is the VTC Actuator/phaser, the part is bad. I c
NHTSA complaint: Unknown or other

I own a 2014 Honda CR-V. Since around November 2022 I have repeatedly experienced an intermittent “bounce” or shudder when accelerating, especially around 20–25 mph and sometimes at higher speeds (around 45 mph and above
NHTSA complaint: Power train

Recalls on record

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2014 Honda CR-V. Recalls are free to have fixed at a franchised dealer regardless of who owns the car now, but only if they were never done, so check the VIN of the specific car rather than trusting the model.

Fuel system 23V858000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, F

Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall

The seven scores

Reliability	79	good
Longevity est.	81	excellent
Maintenance	89	excellent
Depreciation	83	excellent
Performance	59	average
Efficiency	46	below average
Safety	93	excellent

How it compares in its class

Percentile ranks against other SUVs in the catalog.

Reliability: better than 60% of SUVs
Longevity: better than 86% of SUVs
Running costs: better than 99% of SUVs
Value retention: better than 94% of SUVs

Which of these numbers are measured

What stands behind each score for this car:

Reliability 79: from NHTSA recalls and complaints, divided by approximate units sold so it is comparable between models.
Longevity 81: an estimate from powertrain and brand record. No 200,000-mile population exists for a 2014 car yet, so this is a prior, not evidence.
Maintenance 89: repair-cost data where we have it for this model, otherwise a mechanical-complexity estimate from engine size, cylinder count and drivetrain.
Safety 93: NHTSA crash testing blended with IIHS awards.

Common questions

What goes wrong with the 2014 Honda CR-V?

Owners have filed 587 complaints with NHTSA for this model-year, and engine is the most reported area with 124 of them (21%). There is 1 recall on record. Check any specific car against its VIN before buying.

Is the 2014 Honda CR-V reliable?

AVOIR scores its reliability 79/100 (good) from NHTSA recall campaigns and complaint density, adjusted for how many were sold so a popular model is not penalised for having more owners.

How long will a 2014 Honda CR-V last?

AVOIR scores its longevity 81/100, but that figure is an estimate built from the powertrain and the brand's record, not a measurement. A 2014 car has no 200,000-mile population to observe yet, so treat it as a prior rather than evidence.

Should I buy a 2014 Honda CR-V?

AVOIR's read: worth a look, because a solid ownership case with specific caveats below. Its overall ownership score is 78/100. Condition, mileage and service history still matter more than any score, so get a pre-purchase inspection on the specific car.

Sources: NHTSA recalls and complaints, EPA fuel economy, IIHS awards, and live market listings. A score describes a model-year, not the individual car in front of you. Get a pre-purchase inspection.