NHTSA Complaint #11707515 — 2018 HONDA CR-V

The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact’s son stated that while driving at approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle made a loud screeching sound. The contact then noticed that the engine skid plate had detached. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to reattach the skid plate; however, the contact stated that the failure persisted the following day. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact expressed concerns that the vehicle was hazardous and unsafe to drive after the skid plate detached, which occurred following a recent oil change. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for further assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000. The VIN was not available.