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Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2013 Honda Cr-V

Overall rating NHTSA-grounded

Average

Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$7,000

The 2013 Honda CR-V has two relevant recalls: one for a fuel pump issue and another concerning the transmission's brake-shift interlock. While these are significant, they have established recalls. Owner complaints, predominantly in non-specific 'other' categories, suggest average reliability over time.

Most-common failures

Part Typical mileage Cost range Frequency
fuel pump70,000–100,000 miles$400–$700common
brake-shift interlock50,000–80,000 miles$100–$250occasional
engine starter80,000–120,000 miles$500–$750occasional

Scheduled maintenance to budget

Routine items every owner should plan for.

  • Oil and filter changes
  • Brake pads and rotors
  • Transmission fluid change
  • Tire rotations and balances
  • Coolant flushes
  • Engine air filter replacement

Warning signs to watch for

Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.

  • Stalling or hesitating engine
  • Difficulty shifting gears
  • Unresponsive starter
  • Unexplained fuel smell

Generated by gpt-4o on 6/7/2026. Cost ranges are conservative estimates that account for typical regional variation.