NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Honda CR-V Safety Ratings
The 2019 Honda CR-V scores 78 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 8 recalls, and 1,057 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Honda CR-V carries a defect record score of only 6/20, a significant factor for those considering this model. Eight recall campaigns have been issued. While its overall NHTSA Safety Index of 78/100 places it in the Average band, this rating is bolstered by strong NHTSA crash-test scores. The recall history, however, merits careful review by used-market shoppers.
The 2019 Honda CR-V holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 78/100 and a 5-star NHTSA overall crash-test rating, based on federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 93 SUVs from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Honda CR-V ranks 71 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 78 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 16.4% |
| Recalls on file | 8 |
| Owner complaints | 1,057 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 71 of 93 SUVs tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Honda CR-V?
The 2019 Honda CR-V holds an Average Safety Index of 78 out of 100, primarily due to its strong crash protection. The NHTSA awarded 5 out of 5 stars overall, 5 stars for frontal impact, and 5 stars for side impact. Rollover risk was assessed at 16 percent, resulting in a 4-star rollover rating. This near-perfect crash-protection record accounts for 66 out of a possible 70 points in that sub-score. However, the 2019 CR-V's overall safety score is diminished by its performance in other categories. Avoidance technology scored 6 out of 10, as both forward collision warning and lane departure warning systems were optional rather than standard equipment. This means that a specific vehicle's safety equipment depends on its original configuration. The most significant factor reducing the model's Safety Index is its defect record, which scored 6 out of 20. Eight recall campaigns were issued for this model year. These addressed critical issues including air bag sensor integrity, two separate fuel pump concerns, seat belt buckle assemblies, and a manufacturing defect involving a rear subframe bolt, the latter being specific to 2019-2020 CR-V production. The 1,057 owner complaints, which include 30 alleged crash events and 35 alleged injuries, further highlight the defect record's impact on the 2019 CR-V's safety profile.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Honda CR-V perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Honda CR-V received a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA. This included perfect 5-star scores for both frontal and side crash protection. Rollover was the sole category with a softer result, earning 4 out of 5 stars with a measured rollover risk of 16 percent and a "No Tip" outcome in the dynamic tip-test.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14027
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Honda CR-V have any recalls?
Eight recall campaigns cover this model year. Named components include the front-passenger occupant classification sensor in the air bag system, two separate fuel pump campaigns in the gasoline delivery system, the front seat belt buckle assembly, and a structural issue involving improperly manufactured rear subframe bolts specific to 2019-2020 CR-V units. No park-outside or do-not-drive advisory is indicated in the available data, but VIN-level verification is essential.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER26V332000
Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involve
Reported 2026-05-21
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP23V858000
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Reported 2023-12-18
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY23V158000
Risk: An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD, LD9. TDF, FDG, ODH, YDI, ZDE.
Reported 2023-03-09
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP21V215000
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
Reported 2021-03-25
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS19V865000
Risk: A separated rear subframe reduces vehicle handling and can suddenly disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear subframe bolts and retorque them or replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is R6M.
Reported 2019-12-05
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL19V694000
Risk: If the front passenger does not correctly understand how the airbag functions, they may be at an increased risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners and provide a sticker with the correct information to be added to the owner's guide, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2019. Owner's may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is X6G.
Reported 2019-09-26
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY19V569000
Risk: The failed weld may allow fuel to leak, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began September 16, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is A5I.
Reported 2019-08-01
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE19V383000
Risk: In the event of a crash, a disabled air bag would increase the risk of injury. An uncommanded deployment of the driver's air bag also increases the risk of injury and a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover on the steering wheel core and replace clockspring and the harnesses within, free of charge. The recall began July 8, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is R4S.
Reported 2019-05-21
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Honda CR-V?
Owners have filed 1,057 unverified complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported alleged problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance (293 reports), Steering (179), and Electrical System (156). These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
1,057 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Honda CR-V?
With eight recall campaigns on record, confirming that every remedy has been completed at a dealership is the single most important safety step available to a prospective 2019 CR-V buyer.
- The 2019 CR-V carries a rear subframe bolt recall specific to 2019-2020 production, meaning the structural concern is not shared with earlier or later CR-V model years and warrants direct VIN confirmation.
- Forward collision warning and lane departure warning were optional on this model year, so the avoidance-tech equipment level varies by individual vehicle and cannot be assumed present on any used example.
- Two separate fuel pump recall campaigns affect this model year, one issued in 2021 and a broader one issued in 2023, making fuel system remedy verification a priority for used-market due diligence.
- Owner-reported complaints to NHTSA total 1,057 for this model year, with Forward Collision Avoidance alone accounting for 293 unverified allegations, the single highest-volume component category on record for this vehicle.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Honda CR-V places
The 2019 Honda CR-V qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Honda CR-V safety questions
Was the 2019 Honda CR-V crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Honda CR-V, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 78 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Honda CR-V crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Honda CR-V earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 16.4%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Honda CR-V have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 8 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Honda CR-V. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Honda CR-V?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1,057 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Honda CR-V. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other CR-V years
Rivals in SUV (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Tesla Model X 60d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X 75d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X 90d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X P100d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X P90d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Nissan Murano | 93/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14027), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda CR-V 2019.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 71 of 93 in the SUV class for 2019.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.