Identity
Year:
1998
Make:
Honda
Model:
CRV
Generation Name:
1st Gen (RD)
Generation Start Year:
1997
Generation End Year:
2001
Vehicle Systems
Vehicle Details:
Engine: 2.0L B20B / B20Z. Trans: 4AT / 5MT.
Rating
Repair & Maintenance:
Mechanical Design Vulnerabilities: Valve recession (requires 30k adj). Failure Modes: Rear diff dual-pump. Repair: Simple (EK-based).
Recall & Legal:
NHTSA 02V120000.
Vehicle Control:
None.
Driver Control:
None.
Dealer Capture:
None.
Recommendation:
YES. A mechanical masterpiece if valves are adjusted.