NHTSA recall 17V305000
Engine
Honda CR-V
Reported May 4, 201716 vehicles affectedHonda (American Honda Motor Co.)Maker’s number KF6Built Feb 9, 2015 – Jul 29, 2016
The defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Honda CR-V vehicles that recently received a replacement engine. The replacement engine may have been built with the wrong pistons, potentially affecting the engine's performance.
The risk
The reduced performance may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engines and replace the incorrect components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KF6.