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P0741 on HONDA CR-V

Severity
High
NHTSA Reports
3
Most Affected
2016, 2015

What P0741 Means on Your HONDA CR-V

Real HONDA CR-V Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Case #16014967 Topic: Recalls/Campaigns VIN: [XXX] Vehicle Mileage: 64,935 Description: Subject: Transmission Recall Concern – 2015 Honda CR-V CVT Dear American Honda Customer Service / NHTSA, I am reporting transmission problems with my 2015 Honda CR-V that appear directly related to the CVT trans"

— 2015 HONDA CR-V owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER • Filed 12/01/2025

"I purchased a honda crv in september 2016.the transmission /gearbox has repeatedly failed. 1."

— 2016 HONDA CR-V owner • ENGINE • Filed 08/18/2018 ⚠️ Crash reported

"I purchased honda crv in september 2016, the engine fault code p0741 today, i have been to diamond honda for repair today, i checked the warranty plan: powertrain limited warranty, your powertrain is covered for 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first. i am still under warranty."

— 2016 HONDA CR-V owner • ENGINE • Filed 05/23/2020

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0741 on HONDA CR-V

66.7%
33.3%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2015
1
2016
2

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

P0741 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026