The paint code on a 2014 Honda CR-V is typically found on the driver’s door jamb label, and may also appear on an engine bay sticker near the radiator support.
Knowing the exact code helps you order matching touch-up paint or a repaint. The label will usually read PAINT CODE or EXTERIOR COLOR and contains a short alphanumeric string unique to your car’s color.
Primary locations to check
Look in these spots first. Each place should feature a sticker with a paint-related field; read the code as it appears, including any hyphens or letters.
- Driver’s-side door jamb sticker: Open the driver's door and read the label on the door frame near the latch; the paint code is usually listed as PAINT CODE or EXTERIOR COLOR.
- Engine compartment label: With the hood open, inspect the radiator support area or nearby strut tower area for a secondary label that includes the paint code.
- Rear hatch or trunk area (if equipped): Some CR-Vs place a paint code label in the hatch or near the spare tire well.
If you still can’t locate the code, refer to your owner’s manual or contact a Honda dealership with your VIN; staff can retrieve the exact color code from the vehicle’s records.
How to read and use the paint code
Once you find the code, you’ll use it to source the correct color for touch-ups or a full repaint. Honda paint codes are generally short alphanumeric strings; the exact format can vary by year and market, but the code is the single identifier you’ll provide when ordering paint.
- Record the code exactly as shown, including any hyphens or letters.
- Give the code to a parts counter or auto body shop to ensure an exact color match.
- Keep a photo of the sticker for future reference in case you replace parts or need a fresh batch of paint.
Note that some regional production runs or trims might show slight variations in shade despite sharing a color family; if in doubt, verify with a professional using the VIN to confirm the safe match.
What to do if you can’t locate the code
In cases where labels are damaged or missing, your next best option is to use the VIN to confirm the color with a dealer or to consult Honda’s color charts. A certified body shop can also help match color using advanced spectrophotometry and provide spray-out panels for a precise match.
Summary
For a 2014 Honda CR-V, the exterior paint code is most reliably found on the driver’s door jamb label, with a possible second reference in the engine bay near the radiator support. If the label is unreadable or missing, a Honda dealer or qualified body shop can retrieve the code from the VIN or confirm the exact color match using the vehicle’s color system.