2001 Honda CR-V
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Airbags & Restraints
Airbags & Restraints leads by volume: 58 of 142 complaints (41%) mention it.
Complaints filed rose from 129 in 2000 to 142 in 2001.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | vs. 2001 Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,950 | 2,950 | 2,950 | 2,700–2,950 | 2,850–2,950 | |
| Combined MPG | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21–23 | 21–22 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 19–20 / 23 | 19–20 / 23 | 19–20 / 23 | 19–20 / 23–26 | 19–20 / 23–26 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 423 | 423 | 423 | 386–423 | 404–423 | |
| Complaints filed | 127 | 129 | 142 | 515 | 468 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 2 | 1 | 16 | 14 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 8 | 11 | 11 | 48 | 44 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 5 | 3 | 17 | 25 | |
| Injuries reported | 7 | 8 | 9 | 48 | 39 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2001 Honda CR-V have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2001 Honda CR-V?
Airbags & Restraints: 58 of 142 NHTSA complaints (41%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2001 Honda CR-V get?
EPA rates it 21 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2001 Honda CR-V?
EPA estimates $2,950 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD | 20 mpg (high) | 23 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 423 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.0L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 19 mpg (low) | 23 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 423 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.0L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 19 mpg (low) | 23 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 423 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 33 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 58 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE · Campaign 20V027000 · Jan 21, 2020
Defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2001-2002 Acura 3.2CL, 2000-2003 Acura 3.5RL, 2000-2001 Acura 3.2TL, Honda CR-V and Honda Odyssey, 2001-2002 Acura MDX and 2000 Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Coupe, and Civic Sedan vehicles. These vehicles may have received a replacement driver frontal air bag module as part of a vehicle repair. Due to a manufacturing issue, the replacement NADI inflator may absorb moisture, causing the inflator to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bags in the vehicles, replacing the driver frontal air bag inflator with an inflator of a different design, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138.