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Honda Cr V Service Schedule & Costs

Every service item for the Honda Cr V — what needs doing, when, and what it should cost at an independent garage versus a main dealer.

Mk3 (2001–2006)2.0 i-VTEC, 2.2 i-CTDi
RD (2007–2012)2.0 i-VTEC, 2.0 i-VTEC, 2.2 i-DTEC
RE (2012–2018)2.0 i-VTEC, 1.6 i-DTEC, 2.2 i-DTEC
RW (2018–2023)1.5 VTEC Turbo, 2.0 i-MMD Hybrid
Mk5 (2018–2023)1.5 VTEC Turbo

Honda Cr V service: key facts

Routine service items

These are the items covered in a standard service. Most garages include oil, oil filter and a basic inspection. The rest are typically checked or replaced on a schedule.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Engine oil and filter
Honda specifies 12,500 miles or 12 months for most engines. Turbo 1.5 benefits from 10,000 mile changes due to oil dilution issues. Use 0W-20 grade. Change filter every service.
All
 12,500 miles or 1 year
£80–£120
Dealer: £120–£180
Air filter
Replace every 25,000 miles or 2 years. More frequent in dusty conditions. Check annually during service.
All
 25,000 miles or 2 years
£20–£35
Dealer: £35–£55
Cabin pollen filter
Replace every 25,000 miles or 2 years. More frequent if air conditioning smell develops. Located behind glove box.
All
 25,000 miles or 2 years
£25–£40
Dealer: £40–£65
Fuel filter
Honda specifies 125,000 miles for diesel variants. Replace sooner if fuel contamination suspected. Located in fuel tank on most models requiring tank drop.
All
 125,000 miles or 10 years
£200–£300
Dealer: £350–£500

Major service items

These are the big-ticket items. Miss them and you risk engine or gearbox damage. The costs are higher but the consequences of skipping are much worse.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
CVT transmission fluid
Honda officially calls CVT fluid 'lifetime' but specialists recommend 80,000-100,000 mile changes. Use Honda CVTF-1 fluid only. Check for whining noise indicating fluid degradation.
RE, RW, Mk5
 125,000 miles or 10 years
£150–£220
Dealer: £250–£350

Periodic maintenance

Items that don't need doing at every service but should be on your radar at the right mileage or age.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Spark plugs
Honda specifies 100,000 miles for iridium plugs. Check at 60,000 miles on turbo engines due to higher combustion pressures. Use genuine Honda specification only.
All · Hybrid
 100,000 miles or 10 years
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£220
Brake fluid
Honda specifies 3 years regardless of mileage. Use DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid. Essential for preventing internal corrosion and maintaining pedal feel.
All
 3 years
£60–£90
Dealer: £90–£140
Coolant flush
Honda Long Life Coolant specified for 125,000 miles or 10 years. Use Honda Type 2 coolant only - mixing with other types causes corrosion. Check level annually.
All
 125,000 miles or 10 years
£80–£120
Dealer: £140–£200
Rear differential fluid
Honda specifies 125,000 miles for AWD models. Use Honda Dual Pump Fluid II only. More frequent if rear differential noise develops. Check level if whining heard from rear.
RD, RE
 125,000 miles or 10 years
£60–£100
Dealer: £120–£170
Auxiliary belt
Honda specifies 125,000 miles but inspect annually for cracking or fraying. Replace tensioner and idler pulleys at same time if noisy. Failure causes loss of charging and power steering.
All
 125,000 miles or 10 years
£80–£140
Dealer: £140–£220

Known issues to watch for

The most common problems reported on the Honda Cr V, ranked by severity.

dangerous
Subframe corrosion near suspension mounting points (RD/RE)
MOT data shows CR-V models from 2007-2018 fail at 25.1x the fleet average for structural corrosion within 30cm of suspension component mounting points.
major
Dual mass flywheel failure (RE)
The dual mass flywheel (DMF) on N22A diesel engines in fourth generation CR-Vs is prone to internal spring failure and bearing wear.
major
DPF blockage and regeneration issues (RE)
The diesel particulate filter (DPF) on fourth generation CR-V diesel engines frequently blocks due to insufficient regeneration cycles, particularly in vehicles used primarily for short urban journeys.
major
Suspension component corrosion (RD/RE)
MOT data shows CR-V models fail at 47.2x the fleet average for suspension component corrosion, affecting control arms, subframes, and mounting brackets.

7 more known issues tracked. Check a specific car's history to see what matters for its age and mileage.

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Honda Cr V service FAQs

How often should a Honda Cr V be serviced?

A Honda Cr V should have an oil service every 12,500 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. Honda specifies 12,500 miles or 12 months for most engines.

How much does a Honda Cr V service cost?

A basic service at an independent garage typically costs £80–£120. Main dealer servicing is usually £120–£180. Major items like timing belts or gearbox services cost significantly more.

Can I service a Honda Cr V at an independent garage?

Yes. Under UK consumer law, using an independent garage does not void your manufacturer warranty, provided they use parts meeting the manufacturer's specification and follow the correct schedule. However, independent services won't appear in the franchised dealer digital records.