| Issue ID | 1547955 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11189921 |
| Manufacurer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Brand | HONDA |
| Model | CR-V |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| File date | 01/11/18 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Engine (specifically coolant used for heating the windshield defrosting air) does not heat up enough in cold weather for windshield defrosters to work properly until car has been at highway speeds for several miles. When driven less than 40mph in weather below 32f., engine temperature remains cold, therefore providing to heat for defrosting windshield. It does not help to let vehicle "warm up" prior to driving because when idling the engine never gets warm (temperature indicator remains on coldest indicated setting). This creates a safety hazard because windows are not clear for driving. This is a consistent problem that occurs anytime outside temperatures are cold. I live in a northern state where temperatures reach -30f, and the problem is worse as the temperatures get colder. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 3000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | EAGLE RIVER, WI |
| VIN pattern | 5J6RE48759LXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 35 |
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