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NHTSA crash test of the 2024 Honda CR-V

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2024 Honda CR-V Safety Ratings

The 2024 Honda CR-V scores 83 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 2 recalls, and 360 owner complaints on file.

Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar

2Recalls
360Complaints
0Investigations
VERDICT

The 2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid SUV AWD achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 83/100, placing it in the Strong band. This score represents a one-point gain over the 2023 model. The vehicle's performance is supported by solid crash-test results, a comprehensive suite of standard avoidance technology, and a modest record of two recalls for this model year.

The 2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid SUV AWD holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100 and an NHTSA overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars, sourced from federal NHTSA data.

MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026

Among the 144 SUVs from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Honda CR-V ranks 102 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
2024 Honda CR-V safety at a glance (source: NHTSA)
NHTSA Safety Index83 / 100 (Strong)
Overall crash rating5 of 5 stars
Frontal / Side / Rollover4 / 5 / 4 stars
Rollover risk15.5%
Recalls on file2
Owner complaints360 (unverified allegations)
Class rank102 of 144 SUVs tested for 2024
Data verifiedOct 1, 2026

ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Honda CR-V?

The 2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid SUV AWD achieves a Safety Index of 83 out of 100, a modest but positive increase from its 2023 predecessor's 82. This score is heavily influenced by the vehicle's crash protection, which contributes 61 of a possible 70 points. Its avoidance technology earns a perfect 10 out of 10, reflecting the standard inclusion of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. The weakest component of the overall Safety Index is the defect record sub-score, which stands at 12 out of 20. This is attributed to two active recall campaigns: one broadly affecting steering across Honda and Acura models, and another specific to tire identification number markings on 2024 CR-V units. Owner complaints for this model year total 360 unverified reports. Steering is a significant area of concern, as are the forward collision avoidance and lane departure systems, which together account for 71 of these complaints. This raises questions about the practical performance of the very systems that contribute to the vehicle's perfect avoidance technology rating.

NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Honda CR-V perform in crash tests?

The 2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid achieves an overall 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA, a rating anchored by its exceptional side-impact performance. Protection in this category is rated a perfect 5 stars. Frontal crash protection and rollover resistance each earned 4 out of 5 stars. The rollover risk is assessed at 16 percent, with dynamic tip testing concluding in a "No Tip" outcome.

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 15.5%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19601

Index breakdown

Crash protection61/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record12/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Honda CR-V have any recalls?

Two recall campaigns cover this model year. The first involves steering components and spans a broad range of Honda and Acura models including the 2024 CR-V Hybrid. The second targets tire markings on 2024 CR-V vehicles specifically, where the four-digit date code is missing from the tire identification number. Neither campaign carries a park-outside or do-not-drive directive based on available NHTSA data.

STEERING24V744000

Risk: Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.

Reported 2024-10-03

TIRES:MARKINGS24V508000

Risk: An owner whose TIN information is missing may not recognize that their vehicle is involved in a safety recall and continue to drive on recalled tires, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is BIS.

Reported 2024-07-02

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Honda CR-V?

NHTSA has logged 360 unverified owner complaints for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem area is steering, with 116 reported cases. Forward collision avoidance accounts for 46 alleged reports and lane departure for 25, a notable concentration around the active safety systems. All figures are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.

360 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

24reported crash
0reported fire
14reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsSteering 116Unknown Or Other 62Forward Collision Avoidance 46Visibility/Wiper 44Electrical System 31Lane Departure 25

USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Honda CR-V?

The 2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid enters the market with two open recall campaigns, an immediate concern for prospective owners. One addresses steering system components, while the other pertains to tire-marking inaccuracies. For those considering a used model, verifying the completion of both recalls via the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool is the most critical safety diligence.

  • The 2024 model year carries two open recall campaigns: one covering steering components shared across multiple Honda and Acura nameplates, and one specific to missing four-digit date codes on tire identification numbers for 2024 CR-V vehicles.
  • NHTSA's defect record sub-score for this year is 12 out of 20, the weakest of the three Safety Index components, reflecting the two recall campaigns and pulling the overall index below what the perfect crash-avoidance tech score alone would suggest.
  • Unverified owner complaints for this model year show an unusual concentration around forward collision avoidance (46 reports) and lane departure (25 reports), the same active safety systems that earned a perfect 10 out of 10 in the avoidance-tech sub-score.
  • The rollover risk for this model year is 16 percent with a No Tip result in dynamic testing, and the side-impact star rating is a perfect 5 out of 5, making lateral crash protection the standout result in the NHTSA test suite for this specific year.

RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Honda CR-V places

The 2024 Honda CR-V qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:

FAQ2024 Honda CR-V safety questions

Was the 2024 Honda CR-V crash-tested by NHTSA?

Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Honda CR-V, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.

What are the 2024 Honda CR-V crash-test star ratings?

In NHTSA testing the 2024 Honda CR-V earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 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 15.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.

How many recalls does the 2024 Honda CR-V have?

According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Honda CR-V. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Honda CR-V?

According to NHTSA's complaint database, 360 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Honda CR-V. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.

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Rivals in SUV (2024)

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2024 Lexus Rz 300e100/100not rated0
2024 Tesla Model Y Rwd100/1005 of 50
2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness98/100not rated0
2024 Lexus Rz 450e96/1005 of 50
2024 Buick Encore GX95/1005 of 52
2024 Nissan Murano95/1005 of 51
HOW THIS PAGE WAS MADE
  • DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19601), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda CR-V 2024.
  • 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 102 of 144 in the SUV class for 2024.
  • 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.