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2020 Honda CR-V recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2020 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component9
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Air bags | 2 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 2 |
| Electrical system | 2 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Seat belts | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
Safety recalls9
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| May 21, 202626V332000 | Air bags: sensor occupant classificationAir bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V332000
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| Feb 1, 202424V064000 | Air bags: sensor occupant classificationAn air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V064000
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| Dec 18, 202323V858000 | Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pumpFuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V858000
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| Dec 13, 202323V844000 | Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery cablesAn overheated battery cable or short circuit can increase the risk of a fire or injury in a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V844000
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| Jul 27, 202323V524000 | Equipment: other labelsAn incorrectly sized tire may cause premature tread wear, or a tire blow out, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V524000
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| Mar 9, 202323V158000 | Seat belts: front buckle assemblyAn unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V158000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Cr-V, Cr-V Hybrid. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
Owner complaints by component439
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 89 | 20 |
| Engine | 60 | 14 |
| Electrical system | 57 | 13 |
| Air bags | 51 | 12 |
| Service brakes | 48 | 11 |
| Unknown or other | 48 | 11 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 47 | 11 |
| Steering | 45 | 10 |
| Power train | 25 | 6 |
| Vehicle speed control | 13 | 3 |
| Seat belts | 12 | 3 |
| Fuel system | 11 | 3 |
| Gasoline | 11 | 3 |
| Lane departure | 10 | 2 |
| Structure | 10 | 2 |
10 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names CR-V, CR-V Hybrid.
Latest reports
- Electrical system
“In August 2026, I was driving approximately 70 to 75 miles per hour on the highway when my vehicle suddenly lost acceleration. The check engine light began flashing, and the vehicle started shaking severely.”
- Service brakes
“At under 36,000 miles, the vehicle experienced a sudden and total failure of the factory electronic brake booster assembly. The vehicle's dashboard illuminated multiple critical braking system warning lights.”
- Steering
“In XXX I began experiencing a sticking/notching sensation in the steering wheel. Because this involves the steering system and therefore raises an obvious safety concern, we contacted Honda Customer Service and opened…”
Other Honda CR-V model years
- 20245 recalls481 complaints
- 20238 recalls632 complaints
- 20226 recalls341 complaints
- 20215 recalls439 complaints
- 20209 recalls439 complaints
- 20198 recalls1,106 complaints
- 20185 recalls2,158 complaints
- 20177 recalls1,775 complaints
- 20163 recalls394 complaints
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2020 Honda CR-V recall questions
How many recalls does the 2020 Honda CR-V have?
NHTSA lists 9 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Honda CR-V. The most recent, 26V332000 (reported May 21, 2026), concerns air bags. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2020 Honda CR-V recalls for?
The largest group is air bags, with 2 campaigns. Others: fuel system, gasoline (2), electrical system (2), equipment (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Honda CR-V?
Forward collision avoidance is the most-reported component, named in 89 complaints out of 439 filed with NHTSA (20%). Across all complaints, owners reported 25 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2020 Honda CR-V?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Honda recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Honda dealer.
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