Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2007 Honda CR-V
The 2007 Honda CR-V has several airbag recalls and common electrical issues, but remains robust overall. Structural concerns in salt-belt regions also demand careful inspection. It's a dependable SUV if well-maintained, but buyers should prioritize full recall repairs.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2007 Honda CR-V has 12 NHTSA recall campaigns and 887 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #23V228000 Rear Trailing Arm May Detach from Frame Corrosion NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #19V500000 Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #19V502000 Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #19V378000 Improperly Installed Passenger Air Bag Inflator NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #19V182000 Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V268000 Improperly Installed Passenger Air Bag NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V545000 Incorrectly Installed Replacement Air Bag NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V417000 Incorrect Wire Harness Installed on Front Air Bag NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V030000 Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V346000 Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V061000 Driver's Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #11V395000 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Air Bags 267 complaints
- Electrical System 264 complaints
- Latches/Locks/Linkages 232 complaints
- Structure 77 complaints
- Unknown or Other 50 complaints
- Power Train 36 complaints
Of the 887 complaints on file, 34 report a crash and 4 a fire; across all 887 complaints, owners report 23 injuries and 1 death (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Frequent airbag recalls
How to check: Verify all airbag recall work is completed.
Frequent electrical complaints
How to check: Test all electrical components like lights and windows.
Structural rust in salt-belt states
How to check: Inspect for rust on the frame and undercarriage.
Transmission noise issues
How to check: Listen for unusual noises during test drive.
Door lock malfunctions
How to check: Check all door locks function properly.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for engine noises or long cranking.
Red flag: Knocking or long hesitations.
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Watch for warning lights on dashboard.
Red flag: Any persistent warning lights.
- 03
City driving
What to check: Test brakes for responsiveness and noises.
Red flag: Grinding or poor braking.
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Check transmission shifts smoothly and quickly.
Red flag: Hard shifts or lagging.
- 05
Turning at low speeds
What to check: Listen for suspension or steering noises.
Red flag: Clunking or squeaking sounds.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the airbag recall been fixed?
- Are there any electrical issues?
- Has it been registered in salt-belt states?
- Any history of transmission repairs?
- Have door locks been serviced?
- Are all structural recalls addressed?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Full service history
- Recall repair receipts
- Vehicle title
- Past registration details
- Accident history report
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2007 Honda CR-V at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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