2017+ Honda CR-V Head Gasket & Major Engine Issues

Spent the last year searching for a manual RD1 and FINALLY was able to find a clean, enthusiast owned example at a fair price. This is a 1999 LX AWD 5 spd. Such a great little car, cannot wait to make new memories with it. And yes… it still has the table. 👌

Can’t go car camping without hot dogs on the picnic table

You think it’ll buff out? My garage is tight I ran to the side of it with my mirror. I know it’s not that noticeable but it bothers me 🥴

I’ve had my 2026 EX-L for about two weeks. I love everything about it except the HORRIBLY uncomfortable seats. I’ve spent so much money on cushions trying to get comfortable. I’m now considering having the seat redone. Has anyone had this issue and found a solution?

Recently my sister honda crv 2021 awd appear on her dashboard, im not sure what is the issue? Has anyone encounter this problem? Or is it just a sensor malfunction? Tyia

I want to jack up the front of the car to easily get under and do an oil change. I’ve looked online but am not seeing a video or much info on 2016 Honda crv central jack point. The 2 pictured attached are where I would think would be safe as they’re the frame but would still like some confirmation.

I am trying to get my hands on a center seat for my 2nd gen CRV. I know these were sold in the Philippines, and Im in the US, east coast.. Does anyone know where I might be able to get my hands on one?

Hi all,

I've been having issues with the automatic transmission on my first gen CRV and wanted to see if any of you have found a good source for new torque converters/rebuild kits etc. I normally use rockauto, but they only carry a few parts anymore and everything else I'm finding is discontinued.

Autozone and other auto parts stores don't have torque converters available, but the product listings say the same torque converter works on the 1996-2005 civic (even though the OEM part numbers differ between the crv and civic). Has anyone been able to find any good parts sources or tried to use a different torque converter? Am I better off just doing a manual swap?

For $240 I might be willing to take a gamble and see if I can get the civic torque converter to work on the CRV. It is a TC Remanufacturing HO16 on Rockauto and says it replaces an MDLA/MDMA converter.

Hey everyone!

I have a 2012 Honda CRV, but I lost the remote unlock fob for it. I have the remote start fob, though. Does anyone know if there is a software or way to buy a generic unlock fob online and program it for the car? Does it get complicated if I have a model with the built in remote starter stuff? Thank you in advance for any advice!!

battery died, and after jump starting horn won’t stop going off anytime the car door is opened or the car is started. key fob isn’t working to lock or unlock the car doors, but they can be manually locked/unlocked obviously (but not without the horn going off after using the key to open the door). power windows are working so it seems odd the door locks aren’t. what should i do here? help!! it’s so frustrating and the horn is driving me crazy.

Hey all, I have an 05 CRV and don’t think the serpentine belt has ever been changed (might’ve been before I just can’t remember). Is it an easy job to do myself to replace the belt? Is there anything I should know before doing it? Thanks!

I have a 1998 CRV that I bought recently that’s in good condition however I just discovered that the rear support braces are heavily rusted. One of them is fully coming apart. I’m willing to have them replaced however I’m just starting a new job and might have to wait until my first paycheck comes in before I can have repairs done

Opinions online are are really mixed about these parts. Some people say they’ve been driving without them for years. Should I suck it up and have them replace now and eat the cost or just wait a couple weeks? thanks. From what I see online this is a really common issue with this car.

I've got 3,000 miles on my 2026 CRV Sport Touring, purchased in May. I have a nail in the front driver side tire and the man at the tire shop says it is too close to the sidewall. He recommends getting a new tire for $250. These are the CrossContact LX Sport Tires. I don't think I have a warranty on the tires since they are OEM. Should I just replace the tire? I hope I don't have to do this too often. Honestly contemplating going to Costco and getting four new tires and a warranty. Thoughts?

Update: I ended up paying $335 at the dealership to replace one tire. I don't have a spare on the Sport Touring and I was not willing to take a risk driving on a tire with a plug. (They had to put in a plug when the nail fell out.) So I made the decision to get it done quickly and pay the money, even though I could have saved $50 if I waited till tomorrow afternoon and went somewhere else. I just wasn't willing to wake up with a flat, call triple A, or deal with whatever problems might arise, and driving on the freeway was out of the question. Sometime you gotta do, what you gotta do. Owning a car ain't cheap.

Hi all, I've got a 2016 CRV EX and some putz sideswiped me this morning and took off the passenger side rearview mirror. I'd rather not go through insurance because in my state my rates will go up even though it was someone else who hit me. I've seen a couple videos, it looks like a repair I can handle relatively easily and I've got the tools. My question is about OEM online retailers. I've read a lot of forum posts about consistent parts screw ups due to the number of models and options for this part. I was wondering where you all went for OEM parts?

The few exploded diagrams I've found of this area and the mirror assembly don't list the garnish/mount as a part, but some imply the mount is included, and both are busted on mine. Can anyone point me to a reliable site for OEM parts with good diagrams so I can be confident I'm getting the right part? Also, in your opinions, is it worth just saying screw it and taking it to a shop/the dealer? How much of a headache will this be, do you think?

Hi everyone,

I am considering buying a 2017 CR-V LX - 136k KM for 16k CAD.

It is being sold by Honda dealership and they are going to do maintenance on the car (they will be paying 2k on it)

They have changed the transmission, they will change the breaks for all 4w + oil & filter change + a small issue with some part in the front left suspension. Engine from the inspection is good from the report.

Any recomm if I should go for it ?

Took my first gen to the beach for the first time! Handled it with no problem. 😎

This is happening more and more often on my 2018 Honda CRV. The temporary fix is disconnecting the battery a few mins. Any solutions or tips are appreciated

Bought this beauty the other week! My first car purchase :). I used to drive my mom’s old Prius, while she was great (got to 250k mi) and I’m grateful I didn’t have a car payment, I’m so excited to have an adventure car! I’ve done extensive research on tips and care, but always looking for more if anyone has any!

Right now I’m looking for a trash bin that fits in this side pocket, has anyone found one?

Definitely going to take her skiing and camping if anyone has set up tips or suggestions! I’ve been looking at car camp builds but they’re pricey and idk if I want to build one myself. I have an old twin XL mattress pad that I’ll use for now but later on when I have the money I think I’d enjoy a build. I would need a way to maximize space to fit me plus my 6’3” man and his chunky pittie lol. Also wondering if I should just get a car tent instead. I have an rei half dome tent that we’ve been using but it’s tight with all of us so I’m looking forward to car camping!

I live in a pretty safe area of CA but wondering if I should still buy a cover for the radar sensor and a faraday box?

So my first CRV had the sensor stolen, and my new CRV was just entirely stolen. Fortunately we got it back, but I am going all out on the anti-theft possibilities now. (And yes I know nothing is fool proof but I gotta try.)

So does anyone in or near NYC have experience installing that MillerCat sensor theft cover? I bought it but feel a little intimidated to install it myself.

Kids 2020 CRV randomly wouldn’t start this AM, turns over but wouldn’t kick on. Jumped it, drive it for 10-15 minutes. Battery/alternator checks out at AutoZone, drove some more. Sat for 30 minutes and wouldn’t start again. Bad starter? Or something with electrical system?

Just purchased my first CRV from my mom. My sister and I just moved her down here to live near us. Shes getting too old to be driving, and her health isn’t so great either. So she sold it to me, and all she wanted for it was that I pay it off for her so she wouldn’t have a car payment anymore. $14,600 lol. She bought it in October 2024 with only 7 miles on it, and in almost two years she barely put 7,500 miles on it. Literally drove it to the grocery store a couple times a week and to dr appts. I added the RPF1’s, Yakima rack, ceramic window tint, weathertec window deflectors, and OEM roof rails and running boards (running boards because I have two small children who kept stepping on the door jam to get in lol)

Are there any other cool mods for the CRV I should know about??

2024 CRV Hybrid. Windshield wiper blades skip on the glass. High and low wiper speed and regardless of how heavy or light the rain is. Has anyone come across this and how to resolve the issue? The blades were replaced less than a year ago, at that time this was not an issue. Thanks for the feedback