Parts for your 2014 Honda Cr-v-Suspension bushes

2014 Honda CR‑V suspension bushes

Suspension bushes are absolutely used on the 2014 Honda CR‑V. This is confirmed by the Honda CR‑V 2012–2014 Service Manual (Front and Rear Suspension sections) and the Honda Electronic Parts Catalogue, which list rubber bushes in the front lower control arms (including the large rear “compliance” bush and the front pivot bush), the front stabiliser bar D‑bushes and link bushes, the rear trailing arm bush, rear lateral/upper arm bushes and rear stabiliser bar bushes. Independent guides such as Autodata and Haynes for the 2007–2014 CR‑V also detail inspection and replacement procedures for these bushes.

On this model, the bushes act like quiet, flexible joints between suspension arms and the body. They cushion vibration, let the arms move smoothly and keep alignment steady so the CR‑V tracks straight and rides comfortably. When they wear or crack, owners often notice clunks over bumps, steering shimmy on coarse roads, or tyres feathering on the edges.

For day‑to‑day servicing, it’s smart to have the bushes checked every 20,000–30,000 km or at each service. A technician will look for splits, oil swelling, torn sleeves and excessive movement under a pry‑bar. The big front compliance bushes and the rear trailing arm bush are common wear items on Aussie and Kiwi roads.

• Typical symptoms: thuds over speed humps, wandering on the motorway, uneven tyre wear, brake shimmy, and a vague steering feel.
• Hot tip: contaminated rubber (from oil or coolant leaks) ages fast—fix leaks to protect the bushes.

When replacement’s due, doing it right matters:

1. Choose quality parts. OEM‑style rubber keeps factory ride and NVH, polyurethane can sharpen response but may add a bit of road feel.
2. Press‑fit bushes need proper support tools, many shops replace the whole arm if the bush is integral—often cost‑effective on the front lower arm.
3. Tighten all pivot bolts at normal ride height (wheels on ramps or with suspension jacked to ride position) to avoid pre‑loading and early failure.
4. Get a four‑wheel alignment afterwards. Fresh bushes can shift camber/toe on both ends of the CR‑V.
5. Replace in pairs across the axle so handling stays even left‑to‑right.

Look after the bushes and the 2014 CR‑V keeps that easygoing, quiet ride it’s known for, with tidy tyre wear and confident steering on long Kiwi and Aussie road trips.

Popular questions

What are the common signs the 2014 Honda CR‑V needs new suspension bushes?
Owners usually report clunks over potholes, a knock when braking or taking off, wandering at highway speeds, steering vibration and uneven tyre wear. A visual check often shows cracked rubber or wet, swollen bushes if they’ve been hit by oil.

If the big front compliance bushes or the rear trailing arm bush are gone, the CR‑V can feel floaty and change lane camber more than it should. An alignment may help a little, but worn bushes need replacing to fix the root cause.

How often should suspension bushes be replaced on a 2014 CR‑V?
There’s no fixed interval—condition depends on kilometres, road quality and heat. Many last well past 100,000 km, but Aussie outback or NZ chip‑seal can age them sooner. Have them inspected at every service, plan for replacement when you see tears, leaks, or excess movement.

After any bush work, book a wheel alignment to protect tyres and keep the steering feel crisp.

Should they go with OEM rubber or polyurethane bushes?
For most CR‑V drivers, OEM‑style rubber is the sweet spot—quiet, comfy and compliant. Polyurethane can firm things up and sharpen response, but it may transmit more vibration and sometimes needs periodic greasing, depending on the design.

If the vehicle is mainly a family commuter or tourer, stick with quality rubber. If it’s carrying loads regularly or sees enthusiastic driving, a targeted poly upgrade (e.g., sway‑bar bushes) can be worthwhile.