You'll also want to make sure that work has been carried out to correct several safety-related recall issues. Your potential used CR-V may have left the factory with one or more of the following: a faulty seatbelt pre-tensioner, seat anchorage nut, airbag wiring or occupant detection system sensor. Any one of these could drastically reduce occupant protection in the case of a crash.

2006 Honda CR-V

Other recall items are fairly minor-dealing with ignition switches and automatic transmission shifter linkages. Your dealership should be able to advise whether any recall-related repairs are still pending.

If you're looking for a reliable, economical and sensible small SUV, the CR-V will do you well if excitement and power don't top your priority list. If a mechanical inspection turns up favorable results, don't hesitate to snatch one up if the price is right.


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