2014 Honda CR-V Reliability
The 2014 Honda CR-V has 588 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on file with NHTSA, most often about engine and unknown or other. 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
588
NHTSA owner complaints
1
Recall campaigns
36
Complaints citing a crash
7
Complaints citing a fire
2014 Honda CR-V complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 model year, filed between 2013 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 191 | 32% |
| Unknown or other | 108 | 18% |
| Electrical system | 77 | 13% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 68 | 12% |
| Tires | 52 | 9% |
| Wheels | 47 | 8% |
| Speed control / throttle | 36 | 6% |
| Air bags | 32 | 5% |
2014 Honda CR-V recalls
1 recall campaign on NHTSA record for the 2014 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 2014 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 403 | 3 | Engine | Solid |
| 2013 | 382 | 2 | Engine | Solid |
| 2014 (this page) | 588 | 1 | Engine | Solid |
| 2015 | 673 | 3 | Engine | Avoid |
| 2016 | 395 | 3 | Engine | Solid |
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.
The 2014 Honda CR-V on the used market
- 105 of 2,134 2014 Honda CR-V listings in CarWhere's lifespan study showed 200,000 miles or more.
What to check on a used 2014 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.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- 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.
- Tires: check tread depth and date codes, and look for uneven wear that points to alignment problems.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 1 campaign 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.
Check this exact car
Any 2014 Honda CR-V can be better or worse than its model year. 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. Free preview first; the full report is $12.99, one time.
2014 Honda CR-V reliability FAQ
Is the 2014 Honda CR-V reliable?
The 2014 Honda CR-V has 588 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on file with NHTSA, most often about engine and unknown or other. 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 2014 Honda CR-V problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Honda CR-V are engine (191), unknown or other (108), electrical system (77), powertrain / transmission (68). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2014 Honda CR-V have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2014 Honda CR-V, including 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 2014 Honda CR-V compare with the 2013 and 2015 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2013 has 382 complaints and 2 recalls (solid); the 2015 has 673 complaints and 3 recalls (avoid). The 2014 has 588 complaints and 1 recall.
How do I check a specific used 2014 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 2014 CR-V, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.