Parts for your 2011 Honda Cr-v-Suspension bushes

2011 Honda CR‑V suspension bushes: what they do and when to replace them

Yes, the 2011 Honda CR‑V is fitted with multiple suspension bushes. Technical sources including the Honda CR‑V (2007–2011) Service Manual and the Honda Genuine Parts catalogue show front lower control arm “compliance” bushes, front and rear stabiliser bar bushes, rear trailing arm bushes and various control arm bushes. These rubber mounts are specified procedures in the factory manual (press-in/out, torque-at-ride-height) and are sold as individual bushes or pre-fitted in arms, confirming they’re a standard, serviceable part of the CR‑V’s suspension.

On this model, bushes isolate noise and vibration while allowing controlled movement of arms and the subframe. They keep alignment steady under braking and cornering, reduce harshness over corrugations, and help tyres wear evenly. When they crack, soften or tear, the car can feel vague, clunky or skittish.

• Common locations: front lower control arm (large compliance bush), front and rear stabiliser bar bushes, rear trailing arm bush, rear upper/lower arm bushes, subframe mounts.
• Typical symptoms: clunks over bumps, steering shimmy on braking, wandering on the motorway, uneven tyre wear, and perished or oil-soaked rubber on visual inspection.
• Service tips: inspect bushes at regular services (around 20,000–30,000 km), especially if the CR‑V tows, sees rough roads, or carries loads.

Replacement is straightforward workshop work but can require a press. Many technicians choose complete arms with bushes pre-installed to save time, others press in quality OEM-equivalent bushes. Always torque bush bolts at normal ride height to avoid pre-loading the rubber, and book a four-wheel alignment afterwards—rear trailing arm and control arm bushes directly influence toe and camber on this generation.

Material choice matters. Honda’s rubber bushes keep NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) low and suit daily use. Polyurethane options can sharpen response and last longer, but may add some harshness, they’re often best reserved for stabiliser bar mounts if comfort is a priority. Avoid petroleum-based lubricants on rubber, if a bush design needs grease (often poly), use the specified silicone or PTFE grease. Replacing bushes in axle pairs helps maintain even handling. In Australian and New Zealand conditions—heat, UV and corrugations—front compliance and rear trailing arm bushes are the usual wear items around the 100,000–150,000 km mark, though driving style can shift that window.

Popular questions about 2011 Honda CR‑V suspension bushes

Does the 2011 CR‑V have rear trailing arm bushes, and do they affect wheel alignment?
Yes. The rear trailing arm bush is a key locator for the CR‑V’s multi-link rear end. When worn or torn, it can cause rear toe and camber to drift, leading to feathered tyres and a nervous feel in crosswinds. Any trailing arm bush replacement should be followed by a proper alignment.

Rubber or polyurethane bushes for a daily-driven 2011 CR‑V?
For most owners, quality OEM-style rubber keeps ride comfort and quietness spot on. Polyurethane can sharpen turn-in and may last longer, but it can transmit more road texture. A common compromise is rubber for control arms and poly just for stabiliser bar bushes.

What does it cost to replace front lower control arm bushes in AU/NZ?
Ballpark figures vary by workshop and parts choice: pressing in new front lower arm bushes might land around AUD/NZD $400–$900. Replacing complete arms (with bushes pre-fitted) can run roughly AUD/NZD $600–$1,200 for both sides. An alignment is extra and recommended.