2013 Honda CR-V Reliability
The 2013 Honda CR-V has 382 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about engine and powertrain / transmission. Compared with other CR-V model years, it rates as a solid year: complaints are in line with the CR-V's typical year, while the 2015 drew 673 complaints.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
382
NHTSA owner complaints
2
Recall campaigns
22
Complaints citing a crash
0
Complaints citing a fire
2013 Honda CR-V complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013 model year, filed between 2013 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 97 | 25% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 95 | 25% |
| Unknown or other | 48 | 13% |
| Electrical system | 38 | 10% |
| Exterior lighting | 32 | 8% |
| Air bags | 27 | 7% |
| Speed control / throttle | 26 | 7% |
| Service brakes | 26 | 7% |
2013 Honda CR-V recalls
2 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2013 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13V143000 | Apr 15, 2013 | Powertrain / transmission — automatic transmission | Honda is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 CR-V, Odyssey, and model year 2013 Acura RDX vehicles. During sub-freezing temperatures, the brake-shift interlock blocking mechanism may become slow and allow the gear selector to be moved from the Park… |
| 23V858000 | Dec 19, 2023 | Fuel system — delivery / fuel pump | 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… |
How the 2013 compares with nearby CR-V years
Verdicts come from CarWhere's year-by-year CR-V analysis where it covers the year, otherwise from the years shown here.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 555 | 13 | Air bags | Solid |
| 2012 | 403 | 3 | Engine | Solid |
| 2013 (this page) | 382 | 2 | Engine | Solid |
| 2014 | 588 | 1 | Engine | Solid |
| 2015 | 673 | 3 | Engine | Avoid |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2013 Honda CR-V
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Transmission: test-drive from cold through every gear, feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder, and ask whether the fluid has been serviced.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Lights: check headlights (low and high), brake lights and turn signals; condensation inside the housings is worth noting.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 2 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2013 Honda CR-V reliability FAQ
Is the 2013 Honda CR-V reliable?
The 2013 Honda CR-V has 382 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about engine and powertrain / transmission. Compared with other CR-V model years, it rates as a solid year: complaints are in line with the CR-V's typical year, while the 2015 drew 673 complaints.
What are the most common 2013 Honda CR-V problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Honda CR-V are engine (97), powertrain / transmission (95), unknown or other (48), electrical system (38). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2013 Honda CR-V have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2013 Honda CR-V, including 13V143000 (powertrain / transmission — automatic transmission) and 23V858000 (fuel system — delivery / fuel pump). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2013 Honda CR-V compare with the 2012 and 2014 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2012 has 403 complaints and 3 recalls (solid); the 2014 has 588 complaints and 1 recall (solid). The 2013 has 382 complaints and 2 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2013 Honda CR-V?
Run its VIN. The CarWhere Used Car Report checks one VIN for salvage records, salvage-auction records (with damage photos when the auction published them), stolen-vehicle records, the odometer trail and its listing and price history since 2015, with a free preview first and the full report at $12.99, one time. Pair it with an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2013 CR-V, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.