Scotty - The issue is with a humming noise on a 2018 CR-V FWD. Only 47,400 miles on it, mostly on the highway. I can’t identify whether the noise comes from the rear tires or the front tires. It is loud enough to be heard inside the cabin with the windows up and the radio on. It is less noticeable on cruising speed above 60 MPH. My thoughts are either bad bearings or transmission issues. What do you think the issue could be? I took the car to the local Honda dealer for a diagnosis and $100 later, they said that it is not the bearings, but did not identify any other possible causes (tires, struts, balancing, etc.). I never take my car there again. It is time to trade it?
Can you make a YouTube video of the noise & post the link here?
I’ve posted two videos on YouTube. Since the videos were recorded, I’ve lifted the car in jacks, turned off traction control, and ran it between 20 and 65 mph. No noise was noticed when the front tires were lifted. My best guesses at this point are a bad front end hub that only makes noise during normal operation or a bad tire(s). Keep in mind, these tires are about a year old. I look forward to your comments. Thank you for the continued support.
Find a good tire shop and have your tires checked and balanced.
Thanks.
See my video finding the source of car noises Scotty
Thank you Sir. Will keep you updated.
At that age and mileage on the CR-V, the only thing I’d suspect would be worn out tyres.
What brand of tyres are you using presently & what’s the tread depth?
Hardly a reason to get rid of the vehicle, unless you can positively identify its from the engine or transmission.
The tire were replaced las summer at 32000 miles approximately.
Are they good quality tyres or cheap Chinese ones?
Bfgoodrich Advantage T/A.
Okay, I recommend you take Scotty’s advice and follow the steps in this video to narrow down the source of the noise. Take it from there -
Thanks for the recommendation. Let me track down one of these noise detection tools on Amazon. I wish these tools were part of the auto zone or Advanced Auto tool loaner programs. I guess is better to have the tool and know for sure the origen of the noise than to be at the mercy of an unknown car repair shop, as I’m new to my neighborhood and don’t have a mechanic I can trust.
Scotty often says you can use these machines to find noises around the house, too..
I watched (and listened to both videos).
Since you mentioned you can feel vibrations at the front right corner, I recommend you swap it with the rear right tyre (or the spare IF it’s full sized) and see if the noise disappears/moves.
Because I could hear the noise even at 15mph, I doubt it’s a wheel bearing and I’m confident that it’s the tyres.
You could also try fitting 4 known good wheels+tyres from another CR-V, to your vehicle & checking if the noise goes away.
All the best!
Thank you so much for your recommendation. What’s puzzling about this issue is that at some minor level, I have a similar noise with the original set of tires, which I replaced at 32,000 miles b/c they were going bald. I’ll give a try at using the spare tire to troubleshoot. Additionally, I’ll be reaching out to Tire Rack with the videos and ask them to opine on the matter. I figure that if this is a tire issue, these tires have warranty and road hazard protection with Tire Rack. Wish me the best.
Yup, if the spare is a full size, start there. All the best & please keep us updated with the fix.
check the tires
Ha Ha you got a jap lemon!
Haw haw! Mittegag gets stumped by a humming sound. 😆