Recall 23V844 affects 106,030 2020-2022 Honda Cr-V Hybrid vehicles for battery-cable short-circuit risk. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 106,030 2020-2022 Cr-V Hybrid vehicles because the 12-volt battery cable outside the body frame is missing a fuse. In a crash, the cable can short circuit or overheat, increasing the risk of fire or injury, and Honda dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The 12-volt battery cable on the 2020-2022 Honda Cr-V Hybrid carries electrical power from the battery through the low-voltage system. On these SUVs, that cable is routed outside the body frame, where the frame offers less protection in a crash. A fuse is supposed to stop excess current before the cable overheats.
On affected Cr-V Hybrid vehicles, the cable's power circuit does not have that fuse. If crash damage reaches the cable, the exposed circuit can short. A short circuit sends current where it should not go, and that heat can overheat the cable after the crash.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem depends on crash damage to the cable path, so an owner will not get a dashboard light or drivability symptom ahead of the short circuit.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2020, 2021, and 2022 model years with the same battery cable assembly.
| 2020 Honda Cr-V Hybrid | battery |
|---|---|
| 2022 Honda Cr-V Hybrid | battery |
| 2021 Honda Cr-V Hybrid | battery |
| Units affected | 106,030 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An overheated battery cable or short circuit can increase the risk of fire or injury in a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the battery cable replacement soon and avoid delaying the repair. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2022 Honda Cr-V Hybrid is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the free battery-cable replacement that addresses the unfused 12-Volt power circuit.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda mailed one. If not, reference recall number 23V844 when you call.
- Call Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 if you have scheduling questions or the dealer cannot confirm the recall.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician replaces the battery cable routed outside the body frame. The recall covers the replacement parts and labor, so there is no charge for the repair. If you already paid out of pocket for this battery cable repair, Honda's recall reimbursement plan is the path for eligible documented expenses. Bring your repair invoice and payment records to the service desk when you ask about reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 13, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 14, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| December 14, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 29, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 29, 2024 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 29, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V844?
Recall 23V844 covers 106,030 2020-2022 Honda Cr-V Hybrid vehicles with a 12-Volt battery cable routed outside the body frame without a fuse on the power circuit. In a crash, the cable can short circuit or overheat. Honda dealers will replace the battery cable for free.
What should I do if my 2020-2022 Honda Cr-V Hybrid is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Honda is included in recall 23V844. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer and ask for the battery cable replacement under Honda recall FGB. Owner letters were mailed January 29, 2024, and the dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Honda says dealers will replace the battery cable free of charge. Use recall number 23V844 or Honda recall FGB when you call a franchised Honda dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire or injury in a crash. The unfused 12-Volt battery cable can short circuit or overheat if the vehicle is involved in a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the free battery cable replacement with a Honda dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V844000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V844 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V844000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →