2007–2008 Honda CR-V: Power door locks failing or acting erratically
Likely causes, ranked
- Failed door lock actuator (most often driver's door)$300–$400Shop
- Actuator replaced DIY (part only)$45–$65DIY
Real-owner fix counts will appear here as reports come in.
Rough cost: $45–$400DIY or shop: See DIY or shop section
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Symptom: One or more doors won't lock or unlock with the remote or switch, a door buzzes or clicks, or all the locks cycle on their own.
Likely causes
- Worn actuators. The motor in the door lock actuator wears out. CR-V Owners Club members say a bad driver's-door actuator can make the whole system act up.
- Wiring in the door hinge area is less common.
Rough cost range
| Repair | Reported |
|---|---|
| Shop/dealer, per door | About $300–$400 |
| DIY part | About $45–$65 |
Per our search results, Honda's earlier free driver-side repair program has ended.
DIY or shop?
DIY-friendly. It takes about an hour per door with the door panel off.
Useful steps
- Test each door from the driver's switch and the key fob to find the bad one.
- Start with the driver's door.
- Buy a quality replacement actuator.
Vehicle focus: 2007–2008 Honda CR-V.
Safety / mechanic note
Doors that won't lock are mainly a security issue. Make sure every door still opens from inside.
Recalls & service bulletins
No recalls or service bulletins are listed for this page yet.
NHTSA complaints: 670 keyword-matched complaints for Honda CR-V 2007–2008 (of 1,815 unique complaints queried, NHTSA complaints API by model year, queried 2026-10-15).
Always check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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What actually fixed it?
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