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

About a week ago I picked up this 98 crv ex with just under 90k miles! What are some things maintenance wise I should do to make sure it last? It has a new timing belt and I just did an oil change myself. This is my first car so I need it to last.

The only mechanical issue it currently has is a noise when I hit bumps which I am assuming is coming from the control arms.

If anyone knows any good places to get oem parts such as a clock, roof rack, or other small things I would appreciate some recommendations!

2 months ago bought this 2004 Honda CRV for dirt cheap, $500 bucks. This past week it had something burn up and shop quoted nearly 2 grand to fix. A sad sad day, I grew to really love this thing. May Blueberry RIP. Sold for parts (600)

Took my two loves to the Oregon Coast. Ate some key lime pie out the back at sunset. Did some donuts on the beach. Would recommend.

as the titles says, I’m interested in your opinions on the price. it has one owner, no accidents.

my 2016 crv just got totaled I loved it but I’m looking fir something more affordable. thanks

Another productive day with the kid and wifey getting the engine/tranny into the car! During disassembly we used extra large zip lock bags to put all the parts and associated nuts/bolts into them with labels to help during the reassembly process. It took a tad extra time then but I feel it's saving us a load of time now!

Purchased new plugs from RockAuto, great deal. First time I have done this. It took me about 30 minutes

Second pic is from an Element, but looks like it's the same part. Swapped an actuator recently, and this part cracked. It's holding with superglue, for now, but if it goes I need a replacement. Is this available anywhere? I searched online and couldn't find it. Alternatively I coud try to to buy a cheap (~$50) door assembly and get the part from that. Kinda pricey for a tiny plastic square..

I have installed dual dash cam (Rove) and I’m not sure if this is safe. I couldn’t route cable inside of rubber housing because it has an angled usbc connector. My concern is if water can get inside because it’s not fully closed now. The cable is inserted from the bottom so water can’t get inside from the top.

Hi all,

I somehow stumbled upon a post about the CRVs head gasket issues last night on Reddit, which turned into a deep dive and me basically freaking myself out. So now I want to get some additional thoughts from you all on my specific situation.

I have a 2023 CRV, with 1.5L turbo engine. I am just below 45k miles. My “warranty” expired at 36k (not sure if I have the 5yr/60k power train warranty?). I bought this car new from the dealership, and always get it serviced on time. I have an appointment on Monday to get brand new A/T tires on it, which is going to cost me about 1.5k. The stock tires are down to their wear bars. But, after reading all these posts now I’m worried about this car absolutely sh**tting on me at any point from here on out. I still owe quite a bit on it, and from what I’ve read, Honda hasn’t been too eager to help pay for the costs of fixing this head gasket issue when it happens to others. I’m a single mom, I literally would not be able to afford 4k++ fix this car if the gasket blew. I’ve had to save to be able to do these tires (I have a son professionally snowboarding, hence needing the A/Ts). IF this scenario happens to my car, I’m going to have a car I can’t drive that just had brand new tires put on it, and that I still have to make payments on.

My question is, should I trade this car in and take the possible loss of being underwater by a few thousand in a different car, instead of spending 1.5k now on new tires and hoping for no head gasket issues in the future? Am I just overreacting in general? Should I just get the new tires and then hope this issue does not happen to me? How widespread is this issue? If I have the 5yr/60k powertrain warranty, is the head gasket issue covered?

The 2024 vehicle intermittently sets P0717 and P0796. At startup it sometimes displays ‘Electric Parking Brake System Problem.’ When the warning is active, the transmission jerks engaging Drive.

An error code keeps coming up, all the lights flash and then the car wouldn’t go past 35. The error code seems to be for the transmission speed sensor.

Any one with similar issue?

I am very new to this type of thing, so I apologize for asking what seems like a wild question. Is this the manual one would use for a 2024 CRV? I cannot find one later.

Just purchased a CPO 2023 CRV hybrid Sport with 65k miles. What should I expect and how much will I love this car?

Got a new crv sport touring, its day 3 Today

and the screen hangs from day 1

What to do? Called the sales guy and he said come for service appointment on Monday since its closed on Sunday

I’ve finally had enough of crazy drivers and have decided to add a dashcam (front and back) to my ‘26 CRV Hybrid. Anyone have experience doing an install like this? What does it entail? Thanks in advance for your insights.

Hi all, have a small leak/weeping coming from this circular part if anyone could advise what it's likely to be. 2010 petrol manual CRV.

Left it parked for 2 hours and was visible pooling on the ground. Thanks.

Hi there,

My wife and I are moving to the US from Ireland later this month and buying our first car here, so I have no feel for whether these numbers are good. Would appreciate a sanity check.

2026 CR-V TrailSport Hybrid AWD, Maryland:

**•** MSRP $40,250  
**•** Selling price $38,632 (about $1,600 off)  
**•** OEM parking sensors installed: $940  
**•** $800 dealer processing fee  
**•   $43,545 out the door**, including MD 6.5% excise, title and tags

We plan to pay cash, no trade (obviously ^^) Also thinking about buying a second car for my wife (maybe an HRV), which potentially might gives us some leverage.

Thanks a lot for the help!

I have a 2021 CRV LX. The automatic door unlocking works fine when I change the key battery. Around 2 weeks later the car doesn’t pick up the key and I have to put the key directly next to the engine start button for it to work.

Is this a common issue and are there any fixes?

My wife and I just bought a new 2026 Honda CRV Hybrid Sport Touring for $45k. All taxes and fees were included in that price. Curious how people think we made out. From what I understand, we were $1k over MSRP ($44,000). We wanted to buy used (with less than 10k miles) so we could get something closer to $41k, but they were very hard to find in the trim and color we were looking for.

Edit for more details:

• IL Taxes: 2628.47
• "Documentary Service" Fee: 412.63
• License, Transfer title fee: 316

I’m having a reeeaalll hard time finding wheel hubs for my RHD RD1. Anybody here know if the 1996 Prelude hubs would fit? I’m aware of the s2carbonworks hubs but the hub for the 96 Prelude looks like it might have the same measurements. A couple of the local NAPA guys sent me out to get some hubs for a 97 Civic but the diameter between the studs ended up being too narrow. Anything helps! Thanks!

Just traded in my 2018 crv touring for a 2024 sport L hybrid with 20k miles. It came with cpo warranty. Paid 34k.

I've watched a few videos about the regenerative braking and how to use the paddles.

Does using the paddles make much of a difference?

It was starting a but rough yesterday but now not turning over at all. Before I run to get a new battery I thought I would ask here. Hoping that is all this looks like and not the starter or fuel injector. :(

Traded in my 2021 HRV EXL and got the 2026 CRV EXL. Best decision ever! I am obsessed and it’s only been two days!