Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2022 Honda CR-V
The 2022 Honda CR-V shows limited issues in recall and complaint data, but steering-related complaints are notably high. Fuel system recalls and occupant classification airbag issues may affect multiple models, including this one. Though fuel and label issues are known, many complaints focus on the steering, demanding careful review during inspection.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2022 Honda CR-V has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 269 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #26V332000 Air Bags May Deploy Unintentionally During a Crash NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V858000 Fuel Pump May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V524000 Incorrect Information on Label/FMVSS 110 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Steering 143 complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 44 complaints
- Engine 19 complaints
- Unknown or Other 19 complaints
- Electrical System 14 complaints
- Service Brakes 14 complaints
Of the 269 complaints on file, 5 report a crash and 1 a fire; across all 269 complaints, owners report 7 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Steering control issues
How to check: Ensure steering feels responsive, without hesitation or noise.
Occupant classification sensor issue
How to check: Verify airbag indicator behaves normally at startup.
Fuel pump concerns
How to check: Check for unusual sounds or fuel smells near the tank.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for rough idling or strange noises.
Red flag: Engine struggles to start smoothly.
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check airbag warning lights turn off normally.
Red flag: Persistent airbag warning light.
- 03
Neighborhood drive
What to check: Notice any steering hesitation or pull.
Red flag: Steering feels loose or unresponsive.
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Monitor for throttle responsiveness.
Red flag: Acceleration feels sluggish or delayed.
- 05
Easy stopping
What to check: Brakes should engage smoothly without noise.
Red flag: Brakes feel mushy or vibrate.
- 06
Parking maneuver
What to check: Ensure steering remains fluid and quiet.
Red flag: Steering wheel makes creaking noises.
- 07
End of test drive
What to check: Check fuel door and cap for damage.
Red flag: Fuel smells or leaks near fuel door.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the steering been serviced recently?
- Were there any airbag recalls done?
- Any fuel system parts replaced?
- How often is maintenance performed?
- Have there been any recent repairs?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Vehicle recall history
- Maintenance records
- Repair receipts
- Accident history report
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2022 Honda CR-V at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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