2025 Honda CR-V Paint Codes

Quick Reference

Where To Find Your Paint Code

For any Honda, including your 2025 CR-V, the paint code is located on the "Service Information Label" (also called the VIN sticker) on the driver's side door jamb. Open the driver's door and look at the B-pillar (the area where the door latches). You will see a black sticker with a barcode and your VIN. Below the VIN and tire pressure information, you'll find the paint code, typically labeled as "COLOR" or "PAINT". It's a combination of letters and numbers, like NH-883P for Platinum White Pearl.

• Primary Location: Driver's side door jamb sticker.
• What to look for: A code usually starting with "NH", "B", "R", "G", or "YR".
• Confirmation: If the sticker is missing or illegible, your local Honda dealer's parts department can confirm the color code using your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

Best Touch-Up Paint Sources

Scratches and chips are inevitable, but a good touch-up paint can make them nearly disappear. Here are the most reliable sources:

• Dupli-Color: Widely available at auto parts stores like AutoZone and Advance Auto Parts, Dupli-Color offers pre-mixed aerosol cans and pen-style applicators that are a close match for many Honda colors.
• AutomotiveTouchup: This online retailer specializes in perfectly matched paint. They can mix your 2025 CR-V's exact color code in various formats: pens, bottles with brushes, aerosol cans, and even larger quantities for spray guns. Their kits often include primer and clear coat for a complete repair.
• T-Coat Custom Mix: For a professional-grade match, a local automotive paint supplier can use your paint code to custom-mix a batch of paint. This is an excellent option for larger repairs where blending is critical.
• Honda Dealership: Your local dealer's parts department can sell you touch-up pens or small bottles that are a guaranteed factory match.

How To Use Touch-Up Paint

A successful touch-up requires patience and the right process. Rushing the job will make the blemish more obvious.

1. Clean the Area: Wash the chip or scratch with soap and water, then use a wax and grease remover or rubbing alcohol to ensure the surface is perfectly clean.
2. Apply Primer: If the scratch is down to the bare metal or plastic, apply a very thin layer of automotive primer. This helps the new paint adhere properly and prevents rust. Let it dry completely (usually 20–30 minutes).
3. Apply the Base Coat (Color): Shake the paint pen or bottle thoroughly. Apply a thin, even layer of the color coat. The goal is to build up the color in several thin layers rather than one thick one. Allow each layer to dry for at least 30 minutes before applying the next.
4. Apply Clear Coat: The clear coat protects the paint and makes it shine. After the final color coat is dry (wait at least an hour), apply one or two thin layers of clear coat, extending it just slightly beyond the repair area. This will seal the new paint and help it blend with the original finish.

Color Matching Tips for Pearls and Tri-Coats

Modern Honda colors like Platinum White Pearl (NH-883P) and Still Night Pearl (B-637P) are "tri-coat" or pearl finishes. They have a base color and a mid-coat of pearl, which gives the paint its depth and changes its appearance in different lighting. This makes them notoriously difficult to match perfectly with a simple touch-up pen.

• Test First: Always use a test card or a hidden spot on your vehicle to see how the touch-up paint looks before applying it to the scratch.
• Blending is Key: For metallic and pearl colors, achieving a seamless repair often requires blending the new paint into the surrounding area. This is best done with an aerosol can or a professional spray gun.
• Consider a Professional: For highly visible areas or large scratches on a pearl-colored vehicle, the best result will always come from a professional body shop. They have the tools and experience to blend the paint for an invisible repair.

If you are ever uncertain about your paint code, always confirm it with your VIN at a Honda dealer or a trusted paint supplier before ordering. This ensures you get a perfect match the first time.

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