P0301 on HONDA CR-V — Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected

Q: "What does P0301 mean on a HONDA CR-V?"

"P0301 indicates: Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected. This is a ignition system code. 13 HONDA CR-V owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0301 on HONDA CR-V?"

"Based on 13 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System, Fuel/Propulsion System, Fuel/Propulsion System,Forward Collision Avoidance. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0301 serious on my HONDA CR-V?"

"Of 13 NHTSA reports for this code on HONDA CR-V, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my HONDA CR-V shows P0301?"

"1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare."

What P0301 Means on Your HONDA CR-V

P0301 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected. This code relates to the ignition system system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

13 HONDA CR-V owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2017-2019. Most reports come from the 2017, 2019 model years.

Real HONDA CR-V Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"With 82,300 miles on the Odometer, my 2017 Honda CRV Touring AWD started misfiring and displayed a check engine light for a P0301 Cylinder 1 misfire detected. All 4 injectors had failed displaying Cylinder 1-4 as Fail(Rich) under the dealership diagnostic."

— 2017 HONDA CR-V owner · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 02/01/2025

"I started vehicle and all warning lights on dash popped up and began scrolling through/flashing. As a vehicle owner, I was startled as it was unsettling to see all the warnings pop up. It appeared every safety feature/component on the vehicle was compromised."

— 2017 HONDA CR-V owner · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 03/20/2025

"The vehicle experienced multiple system failures, indicated by error messages in 11 different systems, including the check engine light."

— 2017 HONDA CR-V owner · POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 07/15/2024

"We've had to tow our car to the dealership 2 times due to fuel pump, fuel injector related issues. It seems for the year 2017 CRV this is a very common and known issue but Honda is not acknowledging it."

— 2017 HONDA CR-V owner · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 09/30/2023

"The issue was reported on 08OCT2022 to a Phil Hughes Honda. The vehicle was brought into the Phil Hughes on 13OCT2022 due to all the lights on the dash were lit up but was drivable to the dealer."

— 2017 HONDA CR-V owner · POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 10/08/2022

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

6

'17

3

'18

4

'19

Common Causes on HONDA CR-V

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 30.8%

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 23.1%

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 15.4%

POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE 7.7%

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 7.7%

What To Do Next

1
Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
2
Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
3
Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0301 mean on a HONDA CR-V? ▾

P0301 indicates: Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected. This is a ignition system code. 13 HONDA CR-V owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0301 on HONDA CR-V? ▾

Based on 13 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System, Fuel/Propulsion System, Fuel/Propulsion System,Forward Collision Avoidance. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0301 serious on my HONDA CR-V? ▾

Of 13 NHTSA reports for this code on HONDA CR-V, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my HONDA CR-V shows P0301? ▾

1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.