Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 CR-V.
The 2018 Honda CR-V is an SUV that accumulated 2,085 owner complaints and five recalls, with steering emerging as the single most reported issue. Across the model’s 1997–2026 complaint history, this model year registers the highest total, far outpacing the 98 complaints recorded for the lowest year. That volume establishes the 2018 CR-V as the reliability timeline’s high-water mark and the definitive benchmark for researchers assessing the full scale of owner-reported problems in the nameplate’s tracked history.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 51R · 410 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 180.7 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in |
| Overall height | 66.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in |
| Curb weight | 3483 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63 / 63.8 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 58/42 |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the CR-V of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | LX 2.4L I-4 | 7.70 sec | 16.00 sec | 184 hp | FWD |
| 2018 | Touring 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 8.60 sec | 16.70 sec | 190 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | Touring 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 7.50 sec | 15.80 sec | 190 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | Touring 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 7.50 sec | 15.80 sec | 190 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | Touring 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 7.50 sec | 15.90 sec | 190 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | Touring 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 7.50 sec | 16.00 sec | 190 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | Touring 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 7.60 sec | 16.00 sec | 190 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | Touring (87 octane) 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 7.30 sec | 15.70 sec | 190 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 13.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 6MM |
| Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) | Gear: 54.0 ft-lbs, VCT: 85.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) | 85.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Honda |
| Spark Plug Gap | .028-.030 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 16 ft-lbs |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Honda |
| Spark Plug Gap | .039-.043 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 16 ft-lbs |
| Oil Type | PAG |
| Oil Capacity | 2.60-3.50 oz. |
| Oil Type | PAG |
| Oil Capacity | 3.20-3.60 oz. |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 51R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 410 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 51R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 410 cca |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 57.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 64.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 57.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 64.0 |
| Engine Compression | 142 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 37; Rear: 17 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 101; Rear: 80 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: .906; Rear: .315 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | .0006 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .0016 |
| 1 | 10.0 ft. lbs. | 10 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90.0 | |
| 1 | 48.0 inch lbs. | 48 in |
| 2 | 30.0 ft. lbs. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 120.0 | |
| 1 | 52 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 | 52 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 37 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 degrees. Step for New Bolts: Step 1: 133 ft. lbs., Step 2: Remove and Torque 37 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90 | 37 ft. lbs |
Prep New Bolts: Step 1: 22 ft. lbs.
| 2 | Turn 165 degrees. Old Bolts: Step 1: 22 ft. lbs. | 165 degrees |
| 2 | Turn 140 | |
| 1 | 30 ft. lbs. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 2 | Turn 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | Turn 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | If using new bolts turn 90 degrees. | 90 degrees |
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 40.0 | |
Prep Bearing cap bolts:
| 1 | 26.0 ft. lbs. | 26 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 41 degrees; 8MM Bolts: 16.0 | 41 degrees |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2018 Honda CR-V marks a pronounced peak in complaints within its generation, with 2,085 federal reports—nearly double the 2017 total and nearly six times the 2019 figure—while recalls (5) and investigations (3) remained elevated but not proportionally higher. This spike aligns with the fifth-generation model’s first major refresh, where early-adopter feedback often surfaces systemic issues, particularly in steering (266 complaints), forward collision avoidance (240), and the engine (239), though the data does not specify root causes. The subsequent decline in complaints for 2019–2020 suggests Honda addressed many of these concerns, though the 2018 model’s TSB count (262) indicates persistent, albeit likely fixable, problems. Crash (46) and fire (2) complaints were minimal, but the sheer volume of other reports tempers confidence. While the 2018 CR-V may offer strong value, buyers should prioritize a thorough pre-purchase inspection and service records to mitigate the risk of unresolved early-generation quirks. Proceed with caution—this is not the standout year in the model’s lifecycle.
All 2,085 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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… Remedy: 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…
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic and CR-V vehicles. The magnet that controls the torque sensor output signal for the electronic power steering system may not be properly… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at…
Showing 5 of 262 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A25-077 | 2025-07-28 | Engine | Service Bulletin - Oil leak at timing chain tensioner inspection cover due to possible… |
| ATI&10112024901 | 2024-10-11 | Engine | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2022… |
| ATI&09202024901 | 2024-09-20 | Engine | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2022… |
| ATI&09112024907 | 2024-09-11 | Engine | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2022… |
| ATI&08262024902 | 2024-08-26 | Engine | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2022… |
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