2008 Honda CR-V - Maintenance & Specs
The 2008 Honda CR-V belongs to a Honda CR-V lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 23 model years, from 1997 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 2.4L, 2.4L I4. It is configured as front-wheel drive with an automatic 5-spd. The 2008 sits mid-run, with both earlier (1997) and later (2026) CR-V model years also documented.
It takes 5W-20 conventional or synthetic oil, 4.4 qt with a new filter meeting API SN. Fluid specs on file include Type 2 coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid, Honda ATF DW-1 transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 15 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 29 ft-lb, lug nut 80 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around air bags (298), electrical system,latches/locks/linkages (91), electrical system (83). A representative report reads: "Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2008 Honda CR-V. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a..." There are 11 safety recalls on record; one covers: HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 ACCORD, 2007-2010 CR-V, AND 2005-2008 ELEMENT PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 1, 2004, THROUGH....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 20 city / 27 highway MPG, 23 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $1,900.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 5W-20 |
| Oil type | Conventional or Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 4.4 qt |
| OEM oil spec | API SN |
| Oil filter | Bosch 3323 |
| EPA combined | 23 MPG |
| Tire size | 245/60R18 |
| Coolant | Type 2 |
| Open recalls on record | 11 |
| Technical service bulletins | 13 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.