Model year guide

2001 Honda CR-V

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2001 Honda CR-V is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 60 on record.

2001 Honda CR-V — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2001 Honda CR-V at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints153
Typical price$2,385

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2001 Honda CR-V recalls 1

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #20V027000 · 17/01/2020

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2001-2002 Acura 3.2CL, 2000-2003 Acura 3.5RL, 2000-2001 Acura 3.2TL, Honda CR-V and Honda Odyssey, 2001-2002 Acura MDX and 2000 Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Coupe, and Civic Sedan vehicles. These vehicles may have received a replacement driver frontal air bag module as part of a vehicle repair. Due to a manufacturing issue, the replacement NADI inflator…

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bags in the vehicles, replacing the driver frontal air bag inflator with an inflator of a different design, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Ce…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2001 Honda CR-V common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 153 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

What's a 2001 Honda CR-V worth?

Low
$1,300
Typical price
$2,385
High
$3,800

From 59 comparable 2001 Honda CR-V listings.

2001 Honda CR-V trims & engines on record

Trims
LX · EX · SE
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 146 hp

2001 Honda CR-V vehicles on record

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2001 Honda CR-V — frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Honda CR-V have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2001 Honda CR-V. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Honda CR-V?

Based on 153 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, engine, power train.

How much is a 2001 Honda CR-V worth?

Comparable 2001 Honda CR-V listings run roughly $1,300–$3,800, typically around $2,385 (from 59 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.