2022 Honda CR-V Engine Problems
NHTSA component category: ENGINE · data through 09/08/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
How engine ranks on this vehicle
Share of the 255 complaints citing each category; one complaint can cite several. Full breakdown on the 2022 Honda CR-V overview page.
What owners report
“Two incidents where the Engine suddenly shut off. Incident 1 (August 4th): We had come to a complete stop at a traffic light. After a…”NHTSA complaint 11607892 — filed 08/12/2024
“I change my oil about every 3,000 with FULL SYNTHETIC oil. I check the oil level to make sure it isnât low. I smell a…”NHTSA complaint 11572503 — filed 02/17/2024
“The contact owns a 2022 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, an abnormal, knocking noise was coming from the vehicle. There…”NHTSA complaint 11510566 — filed 03/07/2023
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Engine complaints by year filed
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2022 Honda CR-V have engine problems?
Engine is the #3 most-reported problem area on the 2022 Honda CR-V: 20 of 255 complaints on file (7.8%). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects.
How many complaints does the 2022 Honda CR-V have in total?
255 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 09/08/2026. Across all categories, 5 involved a crash, 1 involved a fire, 6 reported injuries, and none reported deaths.
What does NHTSA's engine category include?
NHTSA assigns each complaint to standard component categories; this page reports the ENGINE category exactly as NHTSA defines and records it.
