Recall 25V858 affects 388 2025 Honda Cr-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles for a fuel cell coolant leak. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 388 2025 Cr-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles because coolant can leak inside the fuel cell stack and cause an internal short circuit. That short circuit can cause a loss of drive power, which increases the risk of a crash or injury, and Honda dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The fuel cell unit assembly in the 2025 Honda Cr-V Fuel Cell EV makes electrical power for the drive system. Inside it, the fuel cell stack uses insulating coolant to manage heat while keeping high-voltage parts separated. The stack case is supposed to keep that coolant out of areas where it can bridge electrical components.
On affected vehicles, sealing at the fuel cell stack end joint and wobble joint can break down. Honda traced the issue to shortened adhesive sealing in one joint and burrs in an O-ring groove at the wobble joint, a coolant connection in the assembly. Coolant can then enter the stack case and create an internal short between the bipolar plate and support-bar housing. That fault can reduce or stop drive power.
The vehicle gives warnings as the leak progresses. Owners can see a power system warning, a low insulating fluid warning, or a reduced power warning. The cluster can also display "Do not drive" or "Stop driving when safe" if the fuel cell stack coolant temperature rises.
Who's affected?
VINs became searchable on December 15, 2025.
| 2025 Honda Cr-V Fuel Cell EV | electric propulsion system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 388 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2025 Honda Cr-V Fuel Cell EV is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An internal short circuit in a fuel cell can cut drive power and increase the risk of a crash or injury. Watch for fuel cell and power system warnings, including low insulating fluid, reduced power, or a stop driving message. If one appears, stop when safe and call a Honda dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Honda Cr-V Fuel Cell EV is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the free fuel cell stack assembly replacement that addresses the coolant leak and internal short circuit risk.
- Bring the owner letter if you received one, and reference recall number 25V858 and Honda recall CN4 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete; pull over safely and call the dealer if the vehicle loses drive power.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician replaces the fuel cell stack assembly. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid out of pocket for this fuel cell stack repair before the recall notice, Honda's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Keep your repair order, receipts, and any related Honda paperwork, then ask the dealer or Honda Customer Service how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 11, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 12, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| December 12, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 15, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| February 2, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V858?
Recall 25V858 covers 388 2025 Honda Cr-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles with a fuel cell stack issue. Coolant can leak into the fuel cell stack case and cause an internal short circuit, which can cause loss of drive power and increase crash or injury risk. Honda dealers will replace the fuel cell stack assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Honda Cr-V Fuel Cell EV is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V858. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the fuel cell stack assembly replacement. Reference recall number 25V858 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Honda dealers will replace the fuel cell stack assembly free of charge, including parts and labor, for any included 2025 Honda Cr-V Fuel Cell EV.
Is it safe to drive before the repair?
This recall is tied to loss of drive power, which can increase crash or injury risk. Honda has not issued do-not-drive or park-outside instructions for this campaign. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer repair and ask Honda customer service or the dealer about any vehicle-specific driving guidance.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V858000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V858 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V858000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (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 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →