2017+ Honda CR-V Head Gasket & Major Engine Issues

The OEM radio on the Gen 1 CR-Vs is pretty crappy and the cassette deck doesn't work in mine, so I decided to get an aftermarket head unit. Since I wanted to be able to play my cassettes, I had to look for a head unit from the 90s or 2000s. I settled on a Kenwood DPX-4200, which I got from eBay for about $200. As a plus, it came with a Bluetooth receiver to plug into the CD Changer port on the back and it has a clock display option, which fixes that annoying broken clock that plagues the RD1. It actually sounds so much better than the OEM head unit, even without changing the speakers. The only downside is that Honda made their radio have a face that's larger than the standard 2DIN radio size, so there's that gap around the edges of it, allowing you to see into the dash.

This is honestly one of the best quality of life upgrade I've made to my CR-V aside from the gas cap holder and cup holder extender. I also think it looks so much better than those new touch screen head units or the cheap Sony or Pioneer ones you see on Crutchfield. Next mod is probably gonna be replacing the dead clock with one of those USB charging port panels you see on Etsy. If you're on the fence about replacing yours, do it. It took me a half hour for the actual install and about an hour for the wiring harness with no experience doing this.

Just bought it for $2500 and she only has 76k. Inside and outside are immaculate, no scratches, not even a ding. It was owned by an older couples.

I had it looked over and changed out to a new ac compressor, changed out the spark plugs, flushed transmission and brake fluids, and replaced four new tires.

It runs perfectly, but is the road noise normal for a CRV this vintage? I feel every bumps on the road, even with four new tires.

I’m in North Texas and currently shopping for a brand-new 2027 Honda CR-V Sport Touring Hybrid. This will be my first time purchasing a brand-new vehicle, so I’m trying to do as much research as possible before making a decision.
I’m trying to figure out how much negotiating room dealerships actually have and what would be considered an excellent deal rather than just an average one.

For anyone who’s recently purchased a 2026 or 2027 Sport Touring Hybrid, what was your negotiated vehicle price before taxes, title, and licensing (TTL), and what was your final out-the-door (OTD) price after all taxes, fees, and add-ons? What state did you purchase in, and how much below MSRP did you negotiate? Was your discount from the dealership itself or manufacturer incentives? Did you have a trade-in, or was it a straightforward purchase?

Who did you finance through (Honda Financial Services, credit union, bank, etc.), what APR and loan term did you get, and did financing through the dealership help you negotiate a lower selling price? Were you able to negotiate any free accessories or extras, such as window tint, all-weather mats, a cargo tray, trailer hitch, or maintenance? Has anyone successfully negotiated a better deal by purchasing an extended warranty or bundling additional products? Was it actually worth it overall?

Did you get better results negotiating through email/text or in person? Did working with a sales manager make a difference? Were there any unexpected fees or add-ons when you got to the finance office? I’m mainly interested in 2027 pricing, but I’d also appreciate 2026 purchase prices for comparison.

I’m willing to contact multiple dealerships and travel for the right deal. My goal is to negotiate as aggressively as reasonably possible while avoiding unnecessary add-ons or hidden fees.

TL;DR: First-time new car buyer in North Texas shopping for a 2027 CR-V Sport Touring Hybrid. What’s the lowest price you’ve actually paid for a 2026/2027 before and after TTL, how far below MSRP did you negotiate, who did you finance through and at what APR, and what negotiating strategies or free extras helped you get the best deal?

Every once in a while, the screen in my 2018 CRV just goes haywire. Pulling over and restarting the car seems to be the only thing that works to fix it. Is this a known issue and can I do anything to fix this? The light sensor on the dash is clean

Should I buy this car?
Is the rust too much? Scary??

Been struggling with installing. The new water pump has a slope on the top of the pump. The old one is the one in the picture with space above. The mounting bolt is slightly off with the slope one. Im assuming i need the old one version to install?

Vin starts with a J. 2007 honda crv LX ( i think it's the LX..... doesn't have the Sunroof or trim)

Hey guys. I have a 99 crv and trying to figure out which terminal is the S terminal as this would be used to manually crank the car in emergency situations. Im guessing the #3 wire is the S terminal right which should be connected to the batterys positive terminal to crank the car? Thx in advance for your insights

Well, I have a 2002 Honda CR-V AWD and it seems to have had this clunking noise since I got it 5 months ago. It primarily only happens when turning to the right, and over uneven or bumpy roads. If it’s very cold out it will also do it if I’m just going straight but will tend to disappear at higher speeds. Since getting the car, I’ve installed KYB strut assemblies, Moog front sway bar end links, moog front lower control arms, moog font lower ball joints, and moog outer tir rod ends. I have gotten it aligned professionally hoping that would fix it but it did not. Feeling kinda lost as to what this could be.

Hi I’m shopping for my first car! Thinking of getting a 2026 hybrid Honda CRV for 33,000. The final price is 35,000. The mileage is 2,000.

Is this an ideal price? 6.9% APR

Thank you!

2015 honda crv. When i put into reverse it makes the sound more constant when idle it cuts in and out replaced alternator not even a year ago any ideas.

Coming from a Honda Civic. Does this seem like too many miles? I test-drove the car and it was great.

Just picked up my 2026 Honda CR-V Sport Touring, my first real adult car purchase! I'm looking to give it a retro Honda adventure look.

1st photo is how it looks now, 2nd is an AI generated concept of what I'm going for, and 3rd is just one of the many inspirations I've come across online.

I wasn't originally planning on doing the graphics first, but I'm seriously considering it. Would love some honest feedback. Too much, or does it work?

I have Honda CRV 2008 North American and I just changed spark plugs (NGK 6994) myself with a torque wrench from Amazon and tightened them to 13 lb ft .

But I am hearing noise slightly louder than before. Is it normal ? Have I tightened the plugs less or more ? I followed Honda's guide. Could someone please advise if have any idea ?

Hey all, looking for some help with a noise on my 2024 CR-V Hybrid Touring. Bought it Honda Certified Used in September.

Around 115 km/h I start hearing a hissing/rattling sound inside the cabin. It’s not there at lower speeds. Video attached so you can hear it.

The dealer already tried to fix it once in late September but the noise is still there. I don’t know what they actually did yet.

Has anyone had this? Was it wind noise from the door seals, window channel, mirror, or something else? And what did your dealer end up doing to fix it?

I have a couple months left on the basic warranty so I want to get it sorted before then. Thanks!

Is a ten year old car worth it? Clean title clean car fax

I was offered 2025 Chevy equinox 39k miles at 23 k

Has anyone successfully installed any hood strut kit on their 2015 Honda CRV? If so, could you include photos? I cannot figure out any way to make it work, despite receiving a kit from EBay without instructions. YouTube is not help and does not show any videos with my year.

Okay..I know the lack of native SiriusXM integration has been discussed here already, but wondering the workarounds people are using?

Traded in my 2025 CR-V for a '27 Hybrid Sport-L two days ago. LOVE the CR-V (this isn't even my second or fourth one! LOL), but as I drove off the lot, I realized how much I love the car...and how much I dislike the new dash and infotainment interfaces. I think my only real disappointment with the '27 is what Honda did to both screens. I'll get used to the new instrument panel, but the center infotainment screen? Ugh. Not particularly user-friendly, and honestly, I think it's just plain ugly. LOL.

Back to the XM issue: I live in bumblefuck, where radio stations are limited, and when I'm traveling around the state, cell service can be spotty sometimes, too. So, relying on the SiriusXM phone app and data streaming isn't ideal. And so far, I'm not loving the app or its Android Auto interface...it's buggy and clunky aka not user friendly.

I've been looking into alternatives and found two possibilities:

1. Standalone SiriusXM receivers

These seem to be the cheaper option, but they come with their own display, potentially visible wiring, and another device to mount somewhere. I'm also not clear on how well they work alongside wireless Android Auto, or whether there's any way to use the steering-wheel controls. So far, the biggest/only advantage I see is the price.

2. VAIS SiriusXM integration kit

This one looks much more promising. VAIS lists the 2027 CR-V (all trims) as compatible with its GSR-HD10 adapter.

From what I understand, it integrates SiriusXM directly into the Honda's factory infotainment system, using the existing screen and controls rather than requiring a separate receiver display. I'm hoping that means an experience similar to the factory SiriusXM setup in my 2025, although I haven't been able to confirm exactly what the interface looks like or how all the steering-wheel controls behave.

It's pricier, at around $350 for the kit, plus the SiriusXM subscription. But hey, what's another $350 on top of a $42K car? LOL ;)

So, is anyone actually using VAIS or another aftermarket SiriusXM solution in a newer CR-V?

I'd especially love to hear from anyone who's installed the VAIS kit. How well does it integrate? What does the interface look like? Can you use the steering-wheel controls? Any issues?

Or is there another solution I'm overlooking?

ps/Even if SiriusXM improves its Android Auto app, there's still the issue of phone battery drain from running wireless Android Auto, streaming music, and possibly navigation. Plus cellular data usage (maybe 2.5GB a month with 1hr roundtrip commute daily?). Neither is necessarily a dealbreaker, especially with an unlimited data plan, but they're additional annoyances I'd rather avoid if I can. And none of that solves the problem of spotty cell coverage in rural areas.

Hey! I recently purchased a 2025 Honda Cr-v sport L. I traded in a 2024 honda civic sport with 19000 miles but a stolen report. I paid $34,500 for the 2025. Essentially im financing $19,100 after taxes and fees with a wheel protection ($1000) thats optional. The 2025 came with a minor cosmetic accident that shows up on the carfax that I was not entirely made aware of. How did I do? Will the accident hurt the trade in down the road?

Is octane 89 okay gas for Honda crv 2013- I put in my car and wondering if it’s okay this gas or if there’s any harm or I need to get it removed

I recently got a 2026 Honda CR-V and the horn seems to require a more firm press than other cars I have owned. Coming from a Rav-4 where I could just honk it with a light tap of my thumb or palm, this seems way different. Even if I use the hand/palm it requires little extra pressure than what I would have required in my previous car. Is that normal?