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Honda CR-V Rear Differential Problem?

395 messages,  Last post on Nov 27, 2009 at 8:41 PM

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Re: CRV, FORESTER ISSUE'S [phisher] by steve_ HOST
Nov 13, 2008 (2:16 pm)
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Replying to: phisher (Nov 13, 2008 11:06 am)

Also do a review of the dealership on edmunds
 
Here's the link:
 
Dealer Ratings and Reviews
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2009 CRV REAR DIFFERENTIAL??? by amiller1
Nov 20, 2008 (5:22 pm)
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I am sure its too early to tell yet, but I am trying to decide between a 2009 Honda CRV and a 2009 Subaru Forester. My question is, the problem with the rear differential is that problem isolated to manual transmissions or both automatic and manual?? How much of the fluid is needed what is the cost. Hubby would like to know so he can maintain. Should I be concerned about any other issues??? I don't want to regret my decision with a problem car. thanks for all your time and help. Still trying to decide....
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Re: 2009 CRV REAR DIFFERENTIAL??? [amiller1] by hondaloon
Nov 21, 2008 (3:25 am)
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Replying to: amiller1 (Nov 20, 2008 5:22 pm)

I have a 2006 CRV automatic and I have had to have the diff done twice under warranty at no charge. I think that what ever you choose, CRV or Forrester you won't be disappointed by either one. The diff problem affects both manual and automatic models and I believe one of the issues is that Honda's recommended service interval is too long and needs to be done much earlier. If there is diff noise it should be fixed under warranty.
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Re: 2009 CRV REAR DIFFERENTIAL??? [amiller1] by lzc
Nov 21, 2008 (8:14 pm)
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Replying to: amiller1 (Nov 20, 2008 5:22 pm)

The CR-V is no longer offered (in the U.S) with a manual transmission.
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Re: 2009 CRV REAR DIFFERENTIAL??? [amiller1] by blueiedgod
Nov 25, 2008 (1:13 pm)
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Replying to: amiller1 (Nov 20, 2008 5:22 pm)

The cost of fluid is about $6 ($4/quart, you need 1.2 quarts)
 
Any DIYer can do it in under 15 minutes.
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Re: CRV, FORESTER ISSUE'S [nklepper] by blueiedgod
Nov 25, 2008 (1:14 pm)
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Replying to: nklepper (Nov 12, 2008 9:11 am)

I love my CRV, just very disappointed in Honda not taking care of an ongoing problem. They need to fix this issue so it doesn't happen again on every CRV with a recall.
 
What problem?
 
Don't want to change differential fluid, buy a 2WD version. Simple like that. It is a maintenance item, not a failure.
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Re: honda crv rear differential groan/moan [nklepper] by blueiedgod
Nov 25, 2008 (1:16 pm)
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Replying to: nklepper (Nov 12, 2008 9:08 am)

No! However, this is not normal maintenance you should have to contend with. If Honda comes up with a fix for the ongoing problem, I want to be contacted. Evidently you have never had a car that didn't have problems! This is my first vehicle that has to have something done to it every year besides the normal maintenance. No butt wiping necessary, just answers to a problem Honda knows exists and their customers have to put up with. Not good PR. This is my first foreign car, I have always bought American made cars with no problems.
 
How is replacing differential fluid is different from replacing transmission fluid or engine oil?
 
It is just another fluid that degrades with time and needs to be replaced.
 
I don't see people crying foul when they have to change the engine oil. Unless you are one of those people I hear about that lease a car for 3 years and don't do any maintenance to it.
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Re: CRV, FORESTER ISSUE'S [blueiedgod] by judylink
Nov 25, 2008 (5:34 pm)
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Replying to: blueiedgod (Nov 25, 2008 1:14 pm)

If you don't think the diff issue isn't a problem, then read the back posts, that's what this forum is all about. Suggesting someone buy another vehicle may be a good idea, but not after they are committed to their current CRV 4 WD.
 
Can we focus on the diff problem, which has been recognized by Honda for years?! Let's work together to solve problems and help each other on this forum.
 
I was almost killed with two friends in my car when the car stopped due to the diff "going bad." The car was less than 1 month old. Oh, never mind... no problem with that....
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Re: CRV, FORESTER ISSUE'S [judylink] by blueiedgod
Nov 26, 2008 (12:46 pm)
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Replying to: judylink (Nov 25, 2008 5:34 pm)

I was almost killed with two friends in my car when the car stopped due to the diff "going bad." The car was less than 1 month old. Oh, never mind... no problem with that....
 
Your peoblem is different from what most have experienced. Most have groaning rear differential. Yours has locked up.
 
I am sure the locked up differential was promptly replaced by Honda under warranty. So, all you have to do now is change the fluid every year or 30,000 miles.
 
What is the problem?
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to Mr. Moneybags by nklepper
Nov 26, 2008 (2:40 pm)
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So the rest of us are groaning rear differential huh? Well the "crud" caused by this so called weep hole is going some place. So what is going to be affected next with our cars? We all bought new cars and spent alot of money. We shouldn't have to put up with this! Honda should research and find a fix not a band aide.

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