2009 Honda CR-V Body & structure Problems

Car was assessed for recall related to service bulletin 23-032. Recall was performed, but the mechanic who performed the recall says the car is not repaired because the rear frame corrosion, as described in bulletin 23-032, is so severe that a large piece is missing from the rear frame. The mechanic says the repair as described in the bulletin is not enough to fix the car. The service bulletin remedy was only performed because the rear trailing arm bolts were able to be removed, but the car is still unsafe due to rear frame corrosion that Honda has admitted to as per the recall. The car is considered unsafe due to the frame damage and likely cannot pass state inspection. After calling Honda, Honda says the repair is complete even though the mechanic who performed the recall says the repair is not complete and the car is unsafe due to issues with rear frame corrosion that led to the recall in the first place. Honda is refusing to discuss the issue any further. A screenshot of the damaged part of the rear frame has been attached. This is part of a video taken by the mechanic who performed the recall. In this video the mechanic also states that “this is not a repair.” He also states that part of the damage is obscured by the brace that was attached to the frame, so the image provided does not show the full extent of the damage.

NHTSA ID

11713590

Incident

Jan 19, 2026

The contact owns a 2009 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving at approximately 15 MPH, the rear passenger’s side wheel started to feel abnormal on the roadway. No warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over to the shoulder of the roadway and became aware that the rear passenger’s side wheel was sunken into the mud flap cover of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the residence and then to the local dealer the following day. The vehicle was diagnosed as unrepairable under NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure). The contact was informed of a possible buy-back. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 230,000.

NHTSA ID

11633153

Incident

Nov 29, 2024

Mileage

230,000 mi

See attached document for complaint

NHTSA ID

11576526

Incident

Sep 13, 2023

I took my 2009 Honda CRV in for a recall. In salt belt states where de-icing agents are used to maintain the roadway, the de-icing agents, along with mud and dirt, could enter the rear frame through the rear frame drainage points. This could cause the rear trailing arm to come off. The dealership ended up attaching a bracket that is supposed to keep me safe. My problem is that the bracket is attached to a highly corroded area of my vehicle (as shown in the attached pictures) When I brought this up they only stated that as long as the one bolt was able to be replaced then that is all they are required to do. I feel that the bracket should at least be attached to solid metal. Also, now I have to have the bracket removed again so I can get the frame repaired (even though the recall specifically says the corrosion was caused by a design flaw that allows salt and dirt to get into the inner frame through rear frame drainage points). I feel that there should be more criteria to this recall than just one bolt because they are sending cars back on the road that are still unsafe.

NHTSA ID

11557167

Incident

Sep 28, 2023

The contact owns a 2009 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure). The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it remained. The vehicle was inspected, and it was determined that the rear subframe was damaged beyond repair due to extreme corrosion. The contact was informed by the dealer that a case would be opened. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that she would receive a call back however, the contact had not yet received the call back. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ID

11547059

Incident

Jul 24, 2023

The contact owns a 2009 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle started shaking and vibrating. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle had recently been repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure). The contact stated that the vehicle was shaking and vibrating at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the yearly State vehicle inspection and the state inspectors refused to complete the inspection due to the extreme corrosion and holes in the rear sub frame. The vehicle was then taken to another State Inspection station and the contact was informed that the vehicle would not pass the State Inspection. The contact called the manufacturer and a manufacturer inspection had been scheduled. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 157,034.

NHTSA ID

11546900

Incident

Jul 14, 2023

Mileage

157,034 mi

The contact owns a 2009 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ID

11540795

Incident

Mar 30, 2023

The contact owns a 2009 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure) however, the dealer advised the contact that the extent of the rust on the vehicle prevented the recall repair from being performed. The contact stated that the manufacturer made an offer to buy back the vehicle however, the contact believed that the offer was unreasonable. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,500. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ID

11540322

Incident

Jul 12, 2023

Mileage

70,500 mi

The contact owns a 2009 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that the fuel tank guard had separated. The contact stated upon inspecting the subframe, he noticed that the frame was severely corroded. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the subframe needed to be replaced. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair. The contact stated upon picking up the vehicle from the dealer, he noticed that the dealer had only installed a support brace as per the manufacturer's instructions and to repair the subframe as needed. The contact stated that the dealer advised that the subframe was severely corroded, however, the dealer stated that they had completed the recall repair as per the manufacturer's instructions. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but had not provided any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 187,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ID

11536118

Incident

Apr 15, 2023

Mileage

187,000 mi

The contact owns a 2009 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure) however, the repair was attempted, but the vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was declared undrivable by the dealer. The contact stated that the manufacturer had been contacted by the dealer and the manufacturer stated the vehicle was drivable. The dealer recommended that the contact not drive the vehicle and the vehicle was left at the dealer. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 222,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ID

11531585

Incident

Jun 20, 2023

Mileage

222,000 mi

The contact's mother owns a 2009 Honda CR-V. The contact's mother received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair. The contact stated that the dealer inspected the vehicle and informed his mother that no issues were found, and to drive the vehicle to the residence. However, the contact stated that the manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact that they had received a report from the dealer stating that the vehicle was beyond repair. The manufacturer informed the contact that a case had been opened and they were working on buying back the vehicle. The contact stated that the case manager was unreachable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact's mother had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ID

11529572

Incident

Jun 29, 2023

The contact owns a 2009 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, the trailing arm fractured, and the vehicle swerved off the roadway. The vehicle was previously inspected under NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure). The vehicle was towed to the same dealer and inspected. The contact was informed that there was severe rust on the frame. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

NHTSA ID

11529160

Incident

Jun 27, 2023

Mileage

180,000 mi

2009 HONDA CR-V- I recently received a recall notice from Honda regarding a problem with a rear frame member of my 2009 CR-V. I am all too familiar with this problem since it happened to me around two years ago. At the time of its failure I was advised by the service station that towed it that was a non-repairable situation. I therefore had it towed to my West Winfield home where I would later sell it as "junk". There seemed little use (and added expense) to have it towed to a Honda dealer since it was beyond repair. Upon receiving the recent notice I reached out to Honda who wanted little to do with my situation since I no longer owned the vehicle. I sought to at least seek some form of com­pensation, somewhere between the value of the vehicle and the amount I received as salvage (approx. $1100). While they've assigned a case number to me, they have not offered to provide any kind of relief in any shape or form. I am reaching out to you for some guidance on how to best proceed. Thank you for any assistance you may offer.

NHTSA ID

11528946

Incident

Jun 25, 2021

Received recall notice to have vehicle repaired. Scheduled vehicle with local dealer for repair. Took vehicle to dealer on 6/14/2023 for recall repair. Dealer informed me during visit, they had to send a picture/video of what they encountered to American Honda and wait for them to decide how to repair. A little while later during same visit, dealer informed me American Honda instructed them not to repair and tell me to go home and park the car and American Honda will call me. American Honda has not called me and the vehicle not repaired of the recall. I must drive the vehicle for my work. I would like them to fix, replace my vehicle and immediately if they think it is a safety concern.

NHTSA ID

11527979

Incident

Jun 14, 2023

The rear wheel on the left driver side detached from the frame while driving on the hwy and lost control. Luckily I could pull off and drive into the ditch. The frame is rusted enough that auto shop says that the repairs aren't worth it because the entire back frame is rusted and will just happen on the other side. No sounds beforehand to indicate their would be a malfunction. The control arm was detached from the rusting but other components broke from the frame rusting and wheel coming loose on the hwy. It will be inspected further.

NHTSA ID

11518540

Incident

Apr 20, 2023

Rust/safety issue related to Honda crv underbody, frame, rear trailing arm and related parts - extensive rust and integrity issues

NHTSA ID

11517187

Incident

Apr 1, 2014

The contact owns a 2009 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard a loud booming sound and the vehicle started to swerve left and right. The contact was able to maneuver the vehicle off the road. The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, she noticed that the rear driver’s side tire had detached. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the rear frame was rusted and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. Neither the dealer nor manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.

NHTSA ID

11516039

Incident

Dec 18, 2022

The left rear subframe and suspension have corroded right off the body/frame completely. The right rear side of the frame is almost completely corroded off of the body as well. These are both illegal to repair by law due to safety, being that it’s a unibody construction.

NHTSA ID

11494746

Incident

Nov 22, 2022

The contact owns a 2009 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH and attempting to change lanes, the rear wheel sub frame detached. The driver's side rear was damaged. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer and diagnosed with rear subframe corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 142,810.

NHTSA ID

11482418

Incident

Aug 26, 2022

Mileage

142,810 mi

REPORTED FRONT PASSENGER WINDOW MALFUNCTIONING TO NHTSA EARLY 2019 ABOUT THIS BUT NO RESPONSE. MY RESEARCH DISCLOSED THIS PROBLEM WAS RECALLED BUT ONLY UP TO 2006 MODELS OF THE HONDA CR-V. MY HONDA CR-V IS 2009. LEFT WITH NO CHOICE BUT TO COVER REPAIR COSTS OF $325. IS THERE ANYWAY NHTSA AND YOUR AGENCY MAY INVESTIGATE THIS? SAID PROBLEM EXISTS WHETHER OR NOT SAID VEHICLE STATIONARY.

NHTSA ID

11373182

Incident

Jan 15, 2019

Mileage

100,000 mi

I WAS GETTING THE BACK TIRES PUT ON AND THEY NOTICED WHEN THE BACK UNIBODY IS ROTTED OUT.

NHTSA ID

11362284

Incident

Sep 30, 2020

Mileage

266,173 mi

FAILED SEPTEMBER 2020 INSPECTION DUE TO CORROSION HOLES IN UNIBODY NEAR THREE OF THE TRAILING ARMS. FAILURE MODE IS A SAFETY ITEM, AS BODY CAN FALL DOWN WHILE DRIVING.

NHTSA ID

11355390

Incident

Sep 11, 2020

Mileage

133,500 mi

UNIBODY MOUNT AREA FOR TRAILING ARM IS RUSTED OUT, BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE REAR. NOBODY AROUND WILL TOUCH THIS PROBLEM, SO CAR IS BASICALLY TOTALED. CAR IS IN TERRIFIC SHAPE OUTSIDE OF THIS. CANADA HAS DONE A RECALL FOR THIS EXACT PROBLEM ON THESE CARS AND I AM READING A FORUM CURRENTLY WHERE SEVERAL PEOPLE IN THE US ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME THING. *TR

NHTSA ID

11331255

Incident

May 14, 2020

Mileage

156,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF THE OWNER OF A 2009 HONDA CR-V. WHILE THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING AND MAKING A TURN, THE FRAME FRACTURED AND THE REAR PASSENGER WHEEL DISCONNECTED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME WAS ROTTED OUT. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 135,000.

NHTSA ID

11288900

Incident

Nov 1, 2019

Mileage

135,000 mi

FRONT PASSENGER POWER WINDOW MALFUNCTIONS; DIFFICULT TO RAISE IF LOWERED. SAME RESULT IN MOTION OR STATIONARY.

NHTSA ID

11265327

Incident

Sep 1, 2019

Mileage

134,000 mi