Parts for your 2022 Honda Cr-v-Strut mounts

2022 Honda CR‑V strut mounts: purpose, care, and when to replace

Technical sources confirm the 2022 Honda CR‑V does use front strut mounts. Honda’s Service Information for the 2017–2022 CR‑V details a MacPherson strut front suspension, which incorporates an upper strut mount and bearing assembly. Genuine Honda parts catalogues for this generation list the front strut mount (with integrated bearing) as a serviceable item. The rear of the 2022 CR‑V is a multi‑link setup with separate shock absorbers, so “strut mounts” specifically apply to the front only.

On this CR‑V, the front strut mount sits at the top of the strut assembly under the bonnet. It does three key jobs: anchors the strut to the body, isolates road noise and vibration with a rubber insulator, and—via a built‑in bearing—lets the strut rotate smoothly as the wheels steer. When the mount and bearing are in good nick, steering feels light and true, cabin noise is kept down, and tyre wear stays even.

Strut mounts are wear items. Heat, heavy loads, rough roads, and the Aussie/Kiwi climate can crack or compress the rubber and wear the bearing. Many owners see reliable service beyond 100,000–160,000 km, but condition matters more than kilometres. It’s smart to inspect the mounts whenever front struts, springs, or sway bar links are serviced, and whenever an alignment is done.

• Tell‑tale signs it’s time:
  • Clunks or knocking over bumps
  • Creaking or groaning while turning at parking speeds
  • Steering that doesn’t return to centre cleanly (“memory steer”)
  • Wandering feel or uneven tyre wear on the front
  • Perished/cracked rubber or rusty, loose mount studs

Best practice on a 2022‑model CR‑V is to replace front strut mounts in pairs when the struts are renewed, and fit new self‑locking hardware. Use quality, vehicle‑specific mounts with the correct integrated bearing. A wheel alignment is recommended after any front suspension work, and a steering angle reset may be required depending on workshop equipment. Because the coil spring is under significant preload, mount replacement is a job for a qualified technician with the proper spring compressor. While there, inspect the upper spring insulators and dust boots, and check the sway bar links and tie‑rod ends so the front end feels tight and quiet afterwards.

Does the 2022 Honda CR‑V have strut mounts in the rear as well?

No. The rear is a multi‑link suspension with separate shocks and springs, so it uses shock mounts rather than strut mounts. Only the front of the 2022 CR‑V uses strut mounts with an integrated steering bearing.

How long do the front strut mounts usually last on a 2022 CR‑V?

Many last beyond 100,000–160,000 km, but lifespan depends on road conditions, load, and driving style. If there’s noise over bumps, notchy steering, or uneven front tyre wear, it’s time for an inspection regardless of kilometres.

Can a worn strut mount damage other parts?

Yes. Excess play or a seized bearing can stress the strut and spring, accelerate tyre wear, and knock alignment out. Leaving a noisy mount too long can turn a simple mount replacement into a bigger front‑end repair and an extra alignment.