Honda determined that the problem originated with two particular factory-installed oil filter gaskets that were prone to sticking to the engine block when the CR-V's were first serviced for an oil change.
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"For somebody to change the oil and not check for a stuck gasket is just stupid, " Barnett said . " I can't believe that Honda has had to send a letter out saying,'Hey, guys, check for the oil filter gasket-- you're setting cars on fire . "'