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2019 Honda CR-V

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.

Honda CR-V
Pictured: Honda CR-V e-HEV Elegance AWD (VI) – f 14072024. Photo: © M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Body styles
4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV FWD
Engines
1.5L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4L 4-cyl
Horsepower
190 hp
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Seats
5
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
30 combined · 28 city / 34 hwy
Length
180.7 in
Curb weight
3,311–3,483 lb
NHTSA rating
★★★★★
Recalls
8 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Excellent fuel economyUp to 30 MPG combined — 20% better than the average 2019 small SUV (25.1 MPG).
  • AWD / 4WD available
  • 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.

Watch out for

  • Many owner complaints1,107 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 285 for similar models — most often about the forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking.
  • 8 recallsMore than similar models (about 3). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 23 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2019 Honda CR-V is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (1.5L 4-cyl turbo and 2.4L 4-cyl) and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 181 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 105-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,483 lb (4dr SUV AWD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 30 MPG combined (28 city / 34 highway), 20% better than the 2019 small SUV average of 25.1 MPG, for an estimated $2,250 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.

It has 8 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1107 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the forward collision avoidance.

What changed for 2019

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2018 CR-V — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 CR-V →

Trims, performance & features

Engine190 hp1.5L turbo 4-cyl
TransmissionCVT
DriveAWD/4WD
Seating5 seats · 2 rows

Trims

EX-L/EX-L NaviEX

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Adaptive cruise controlStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Keyless startStandard

Built in: Alliston, Ontario · Marysville, Ohio · Greensburg, Indiana

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2019 CR-V configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr SUV AWD180.7 in72.8 in66.1 in104.7 in63 / 63.8 in3,483 lb58/42
4dr SUV FWD180.7 in72.8 in66.1 in104.7 in63 / 63.8 in3,311 lb58/42

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
CR-V FWD1.5L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (variable gear ratios)Front-Wheel Drive28 / 34 / 30+20%$2,250292
CR-V AWD1.5L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (variable gear ratios)All-Wheel Drive27 / 33 / 29+22%$2,300302
CR-V FWD2.4L 4-cylAutomatic (variable gear ratios)Front-Wheel Drive26 / 32 / 28+12%$2,400312
CR-V AWD2.4L 4-cylAutomatic (variable gear ratios)All-Wheel Drive25 / 31 / 27+13%$2,500328
7/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
7/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
25.1 MPG2019 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2019 Honda CR-V SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★16.4%
2019 Honda CR-V SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★16.4%
StandardElectronic stability control
OptionalForward collision warning
OptionalLane departure warning
Frontal crash test — 2019 Honda CR-V SUV AWD
Frontal crash test — 2019 Honda CR-V SUV AWD. Photo: NHTSA.
Side crash test — 2019 Honda CR-V SUV AWD
Side crash test — 2019 Honda CR-V SUV AWD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2019 small SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2019 Honda CR-V (this car)30 MPG★★★★★8
2019 Toyota RAV440 MPG★★★★★8
2019 Toyota 4Runner18 MPG★★★★★4
2019 Hyundai Tucson26 MPG★★★★★1
2019 Subaru Forester29 MPG★★★★★3
2019 Mazda CX-529 MPG★★★★★2
2019 Volkswagen Tiguan25 MPG★★★★★5

Recalls (8)

Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger · May 21, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V332000 · 98,892 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Risk
Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Dec 18, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V858000 · 2,490,460 vehicles

Problem
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 CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly · Mar 9, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V158000 · 448,613 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2020 CR-V, 2018-2019 Accord and Accord Hybrid, 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019 Insight, and 2019-2020 Acura RDX vehicles. A manufacturing issue with the front seat belts may cause the seat belt buckle channel to interfere with the release button, preventing the seat belt buckle from latching.
Risk
An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD, LD9. TDF, FDG, ODH, YDI, ZDE.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Mar 25, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V215000 · 624,552 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
Structure › Frame And Members · Dec 5, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V865000 · 358 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 CR-V vehicles. The rear subframe bolts were improperly manufactured and may loosen, allowing the rear subframe to separate.
Risk
A separated rear subframe reduces vehicle handling and can suddenly disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear subframe bolts and retorque them or replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is R6M.
Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual · Sep 26, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V694000 · 336,468 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 CR-V vehicles. The owner's guide incorrectly describes when the "Passenger Airbag Off" indicator should illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
If the front passenger does not correctly understand how the airbag functions, they may be at an increased risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.
Fix
Honda will notify owners and provide a sticker with the correct information to be added to the owner's guide, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2019. Owner's may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is X6G.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly · Aug 1, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V569000 · 134 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 CR-V vehicles. The joint weld between the fuel tank and the vapor return line may have been insufficiently welded, causing the weld to fail.
Risk
The failed weld may allow fuel to leak, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began September 16, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is A5I.
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette · May 21, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V383000 · 161,252 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 CR-V vehicles. The metal core of the steering wheel may have burrs which can damage the harnesses routed within, potentially disabling the driver's air bag or causing it to deploy without warning.
Risk
In the event of a crash, a disabled air bag would increase the risk of injury. An uncommanded deployment of the driver's air bag also increases the risk of injury and a crash.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover on the steering wheel core and replace clockspring and the harnesses within, free of charge. The recall began July 8, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is R4S.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2019 Honda CR-V is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

1,107Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
31Involved a crash
2Involved a fire
35Injuries reported
12,100 miTypical mileage at failure
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking259
Steering198
Electrical System153
Fuel/Propulsion System143
Engine112
Fuel System, Gasoline108
Unknown Or Other101
Service Brakes99
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
24/11: 1424/12: 1625/01: 1825/02: 1825/03: 1425/04: 1625/05: 2025/06: 1125/07: 1725/08: 1125/09: 825/10: 925/11: 925/12: 726/01: 726/02: 826/03: 1126/04: 1226/05: 1526/06: 1726/07: 1626/08: 1226/09: 1626/10: 624/1125/0225/0525/0825/1126/0226/0526/08max 20

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2019 Honda CR-V buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 8 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 259 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
  3. Steering — 198 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
  4. Electrical System — 153 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 12,100 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 Honda CR-V. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other CR-V years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 CR-V40–Not rated00
2026 CR-V40184.6 inNot rated2177
2025 CR-V40184.6 in★★★★★6290
2024 CR-V40184.6 in★★★★★5481
2023 CR-V40184.6 in★★★★★8633
2022 CR-V38180.7 in★★★★★6348
2021 CR-V38180.7 in★★★★★5444
2020 CR-V38180.7 in★★★★★9444
2018 CR-V30180.7 in★★★★★52,161
2017 CR-V30180.7 in★★★★★71,777
2016 CR-V29179.5 inNot rated3394
2015 CR-V29179.5 inNot rated3670

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Honda. How we calculate this →