2016 Honda CR-V: Transmission failure
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2016 CR-V report: transmission failure. CarComplaints.com lists 4 owner complaints, average mileage 52,850 miles.
NHTSA has 45 owner complaints for the 2016 CR-V in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11620275 (filed 10/16/2024): “While i was driving about 70 mph on highway, the car suddenly stopped responding to the gas paddle and i heard a noise from near the fuel tank. i was able to pull up to the side of the road and the check engine light was showing. i towed it to an auto repair s…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11614357 (filed 09/13/2024): “The contact owns a 2016 honda cr-v. the contact stated while driving 45 mph, the vehicle lunged forward and stalled. while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle was choking. there were no warning lights illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independ…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace cvt transmission (4 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $3,950 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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