Sell your 2001 Honda CR-V for cash

The 2001 Honda CR-V is a SUV that came with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine. At 25 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2001 Honda CR-V at a glance

Body styleSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Engines2.0L 4-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy19–20 city / 23 highway / 21 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,200 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂423 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA3 configurations: CR-V 2WD, CR-V 4WD
Age25 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 25 years old, most of a 2001 CR-V's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a SUV, it's heavier than a typical car, and scrap weight is a big part of any junk offer. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 CR-V. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the air bags, typically around 167,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2001 Honda CR-V recalls

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2001 Honda CR-V. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Air BagsJan 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V027000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2001-2002 Acura 3.2CL, 2000-2003 Acura 3.5RL, 2000-2001 Acura 3.2TL, Honda CR-V and Honda Odyssey, 2001-2002 Acura MDX and 2000 Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Coupe, and Civic Sedan vehicles. These vehicles may have received a replacement driver frontal air bag module as part…

Risk: 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 incr

Common 2001 CR-V problems

Owners have filed 142 complaints about the 2001 Honda CR-V with NHTSA. 11 reports involved a crash and 3 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 9 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Air Bags49
  • Engine and Engine Cooling12
  • Engine9
  • Engine and Engine Cooling8
  • Electrical System6
  • Tires6

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Air Bags167,000 mi
  • Engine and Engine Cooling83,000 mi
  • Engine113,000 mi
  • Engine and Engine Cooling89,000 mi
  • Electrical System201,000 mi
  • Tires131,000 mi

2001 Honda CR-V crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2001 Honda CR-V.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
4 DrNot rated——★★★☆☆—

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2001 Honda CR-V service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 77 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2001 Honda CR-V. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Electrical System9
  • Service Brakes8
  • Air Bags6
  • Hydraulic5
  • Power Train4
  • Structure4

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2019 · DORE5C4S09

    This SKU is a Front Upper Ball Joint. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for the outer diameter of the ball joint housing being to

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2014 · DLR MSG - Honda

    Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, American Honda announced three recalls for various 2001-11 Honda models. As of August 4, 2014, affected VINs have been identifi

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2014 · DLR MSG - Stop S

    Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, American Honda announced three recalls for various 2001-11 Honda models. As of July 23, 2014, affected VINs have been identifie

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2013 · SB-99-075

    Honda: troubleshooting of diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p1456 and p1457. Dealers are to run evap function test to find if there is a leak so the vehicle can be repaired.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

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Selling a 2001 CR-V: questions

How much is a 2001 Honda CR-V worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2001 CR-V that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2001 CR-Vs that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2001 CR-V with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Honda CR-V; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2001 CR-V?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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