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1998 Honda CR-V LX 4WD 5MT

The 1998 Honda CR-V LX 4WD 5MT is a 126-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 SUV with a 5-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $18,750 MSRP.

It makes 126 horsepower at 5,400 rpm and 133 lb-ft of torque at 4300 rpm.

The CR-V measures 177.6 inches long on a 103.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,210 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$18,750 ($37,385 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.0-liter DOHC 16-valve aluminum-alloy inline-4
Displacement2 L
Horsepower126 hp @ 5,400 rpm
Torque133 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm
Valvetrain16-valve DOHC
Bore and Stroke84.0 x 89.0
Compression Ratio9.6:1
Injection TypeMulti-point fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeReal Time 4WD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
1st Gear3.5
2nd Gear1.956
3rd Gear1.344
4th Gear1.071
5th Gear0.812
Reverse3.461
Final Drive4.562
Fuel Economy
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tank Capacity15.3 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear SuspensionDouble wishbone
Front Stabilizer Bar26 mm
Rear Stabilizer Bar13 mm
Turning Diameter34.8 ft
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVentilated disc 11.1 in
Rear Brake DiscDrum 8.6 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15 in Styled Steel
Wheels Rear15 in Styled Steel
Tires FrontP205/70R15 95S all-season
Tires RearP205/70R15 95S all-season
Dimensions & Weight
Length177.6 in
Width68.9 in
Height65.9 in
Wheelbase103.2 in
Front Track60.4 in
Rear Track60.4 in
Ground Clearance8.1 in
Cargo Volume29.6 ft³
Curb Weight3,210 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front40.5 in
Headroom Rear39.2 in
Legroom Front41.5 in
Legroom Rear36.7 in
Shoulder Room Front53.3 in
Shoulder Room Rear55.5 in
Hip Room Front53.4 in
Hip Room Rear50.7 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 1998 Honda CR-V 4 DR. 4X4

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1998 Honda CR-V. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jan 17, 2020 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu Oasis vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.

Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag inflator, and replace it if necessary, with an inflator of a different design, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138 or Isuzu customer service at 1-800-255-6727.

NHTSA campaign 20V026000

May 16, 2002 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

ON CERTAIN SEDANS, COUPES, HATCHBACKS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, ELECTRICAL CONTACTS IN THE IGNITION SWITCH CAN DEGRADE DUE TO THE HIGH ELECTRICAL CURRENT PASSING THROUGH THE SWITCH WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED.

Consequence: WORN CONTACTS COULD CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 14, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009 OR ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238.

NHTSA campaign 02V120000

Oct 19, 1999 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. AN IMPROPERLY ROUTED UNDER DASH WIRE HARNESS COULD BE DAMAGED BY CONTACT WITH THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A BLOWN FUSE. IF THIS OCCURS, OPERATION OF A CRITICAL COMPONENT CAN BE LOST, INCLUDING WINDSHIELD WIPERS, HEADLIGHTS, TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD LAMPS, TAIL LAMPS, THE ANTI-LOCKING FUNCTION OF THE BRAKES, AND BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM.

Consequence: A SUDDEN, UNEXPECTED LOSS OF LIGHTING OR A FAILURE OF THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS IN BAD WEATHER, COULD BE HAZARDOUS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A 70MM PROTECTIVE, CORRUGATED PLASTIC TUBE OVER THE WIRE HARNESS, IN THE AREA OF THE BRAKE STOP SWITCH. IF ANY WIRE OR WIRES ARE DAMAGED, THEY WILL BE REPAIRED.

NHTSA campaign 99V282000

143 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1998 Honda CR-V

Owner Complaints

143 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1998 Honda CR-V (16 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 10 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System42
Air Bags20
Power Train11
Engine And Engine Cooling10
Service Brakes8
Tires8
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 26, 2021 · Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System
“I WAS DRIVING NORMALLY, GOING 47MPH & ACCELERATING AS I WAS ABOUT TO MERGE INTO TRAFFIC ON HIGH WAY, WHEN MY CARS ENGINE SUDDENLY DIED. I DIDENT EVEN NOTICE AT FIRST BECAUSE IT HAPPENED SUDDENLY AND…”
Oct 15, 2020 · Air Bags
“TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V026000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE…”
Oct 6, 2020 · Air Bags
“TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V026000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE…”
Oct 5, 2020 · Air Bags
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V026000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE LOCAL…”
Sep 21, 2020 · Air Bags
“TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V026000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1998 HONDA CR-V. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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