NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Honda CR-V
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Honda CR-V is one of the best-selling compact SUVs in the United States, competing in a fiercely contested segment against rivals like the Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. Built for families, commuters, and adventure-minded drivers who want practicality without sacrificing refinement, the CR-V has been a cornerstone of Honda's lineup for decades. Our coverage spans the 2019 through 2025 model years, a generation defined by hybrid options and a focus on driver-assistance technology.
The 2026 Honda CR-V earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 85 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the Honda CR-V as one of the most well-rounded compact SUVs on the market, praising its comfortable interior, practical cargo layout, and composed driving character. Most professional assessments place it near the top of its class for overall execution, though reviewers occasionally note that the infotainment system and some interior material choices trail the best in the segment.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20886
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
93 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.