2018 Honda CR-V - Maintenance & Specs
The 2018 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 1.5L Inline4, 1.5L, 1.5L Turbo. It is configured as front-wheel drive with an automatic (variable gear ratios). The 2018 sits mid-run, with both earlier (1997) and later (2026) CR-V model years also documented.
It takes 0W-20 full synthetic oil, 3.4 qt with a new filter. Fluid specs on file include Type 2 coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid, Honda ATF DW-1 transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 14 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 5,000 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 engine (236), forward collision avoidance (236), steering (236). A representative report reads: "We brought the car to the dealer yesterday (where we bought it in Jan 2021), to have the air conditioning fixed. They told us they found rust on the frame and..." There are 4 safety recalls on record; one covers: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic and CR-V vehicles. The magnet that controls the torque sensor output....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 28 city / 34 highway MPG, 30 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $1,450.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 3.4 qt |
| Oil filter | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 |
| EPA combined | 30 MPG |
| Tire size | 245/60R18 |
| Coolant | Type 2 |
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 stars |
| Open recalls on record | 4 |
| Technical service bulletins | 200 |
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.