NHTSA has 481 owner complaints on file for the 2010 Honda CR-V[1]. The biggest group names the air bags, with 217 complaints[2].
Most reported problems
Here are the complaint groups in the stories we read, biggest first.
- Air Bags. 217 complaints[2]. Owners describe warning lights that come on by themselves and sometimes go away again. Others write about waiting on a repair after a recall notice, and one describes the car lurching into a garage wall.
- Engine. 61 complaints[5]. Owners describe hesitation when pulling away or accelerating, odd noises, an exhaust leak that came back after several shop visits, and an engine that cut out.
- Structure. 47 complaints[6]. In the stories we read, owners write about missing welds under the rear of the car, a door that would not open, and sun glare off the steering wheel badge.
- Unknown Or Other. 45 complaints[7]. These reports do not fit a single component.
- Electrical System. 43 complaints[8]. Owners describe a speedometer that dropped to zero, a car that only starts on the second try, and stalling that went away after a restart.
- Power Train. 30 complaints[9].
- Brakes. 25 complaints[10].
- Speed Control. 21 complaints[11].
These are unverified reports sent to NHTSA, and one complaint can name more than one component.
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2010 CR-V is necessarily included.
- Structure › Frame And Members (23V228), March 2023. About 616,128 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[12]
- Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module (19V502), June 2019. About 9,555 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: explosion, injury, death. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[13]
- Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module (19V500), June 2019. About 1,558 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: explosion, injury, death. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[14]
- Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module (19V378), May 2019. About 19,138 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, stalling, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[15]
- Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module (19V182), March 2019. About 1,101,534 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: explosion, injury, death, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[16]
- Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module (18V661), September 2018. About 1,355,406 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: explosion, injury, death. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[17]
- Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module (18V268), April 2018. About 1,335 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, stalling, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[18]
- Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module (18V042), January 2018. About 691,726 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: explosion, injury, death. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[19]
- Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module (17V545), August 2017. About 3,257 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, stalling, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[20]
- Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module (17V417), June 2017. About 629 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, stalling, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[21]
- Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module (17V030), January 2017. About 977,708 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: injury, death. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[22]
- Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module (16V346), May 2016. About 2,719,386 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: injury, death. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[23]
- Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module (16V061), February 2016. About 2,232,187 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, death, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[24]
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) (11V395), August 2011. About 1,512,107 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, stalling. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[25]
- Electrical System (11V004), January 2011. About 2,277 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, stalling. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[26]
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
Safety ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR AWD/FWD[28] | n/a | n/a | n/a | 4 | 15.5% |
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2010 Honda CR-V with 2.4L 4-cylinder[29] | 180 hp |
These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.
How 2010 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 108 | 2 |
| 1998 | 128 | 3 |
| 1999 | 127 | 3 |
| 2000 | 129 | 2 |
| 2001 | 142 | 1 |
| 2002 | 515 | 15 |
| 2003 | 468 | 13 |
| 2004 | 501 | 12 |
| 2005 | 479 | 12 |
| 2006 | 398 | 12 |
| 2007 | 887 | 12 |
| 2008 | 962 | 11 |
| 2009 | 386 | 12 |
| 2010 | 481 | 15 |
| 2011 | 554 | 13 |
| 2012 | 403 | 3 |
| 2013 | 382 | 2 |
| 2014 | 587 | 1 |
| 2015 | 672 | 3 |
| 2016 | 394 | 3 |
| 2017 | 1,776 | 7 |
| 2018 | 2,160 | 5 |
| 2019 | 1,106 | 8 |
| 2020 | 440 | 9 |
| 2021 | 443 | 5 |
| 2022 | 344 | 6 |
| 2023 | 633 | 8 |
| 2024 | 481 | 5 |
| 2025 | 289 | 6 |
| 2026 | 171 | 2 |
NHTSA's counts for the CR-V show 481 complaints and 15 recalls for 2010[3]. Among the 31 model years listed, 18 have fewer complaints than 2010 and 11 have more[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2027 (0) and the most are for 2018 (2,160)[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2010 CR-V?
The 2010 CR-V has a clear pattern in the complaint data. Air bag reports are the largest group by a wide margin[2]. Engine, structure and electrical reports follow[5][6][8]. Some complaints mention crashes, fires or injuries, and the year also has recalls on file, so read the recall section before you buy[1][3]. Complaint counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a guide to what owners report and not as a score.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Honda CR-V?
- Air bag complaints are the biggest group in the NHTSA data[2]. Engine and structure complaints come next[5][6].
- Does the 2010 Honda CR-V have recalls?
- Yes. The by-year facts show recalls for this model year[3]. See the Recalls section on this page for the full list.
- How many complaints does the 2010 Honda CR-V have?
- NHTSA has 481 owner complaints on file[1]. They are unverified owner reports.
- What is the gas mileage of the 2010 Honda CR-V?
- See the fuel economy section on this page for the EPA figures.
- Is the 2010 Honda CR-V reliable?
- Complaints are spread across several groups, led by air bags[2]. See the by-year comparison and safety sections on this page for more context.
Keep exploring
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 481 owner complaints on file for the 2010 Honda CR-V (31 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 16 injuries, 1 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- 217 complaints name the air bags component group (15 crashes, 1 fires, 7 injuries, median mileage at failure 57,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Honda CR-V model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for CR-V 2WD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 21 city / 28 highway / 24 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,800. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 61 complaints name the engine component group (2 crashes, 1 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 68,116). NHTSA vehicle records
- 47 complaints name the structure component group (5 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 90,600). NHTSA vehicle records
- 45 complaints name the unknown or other component group (2 crashes, 1 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 78,049). NHTSA vehicle records
- 43 complaints name the electrical system component group (4 crashes, 0 fires, 4 injuries, median mileage at failure 79,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 30 complaints name the power train component group (4 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 5,600). NHTSA vehicle records
- 25 complaints name the brakes component group (7 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 34,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 21 complaints name the speed control component group (9 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 35,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 23V228, filed March 30, 2023: Structure › Frame And Members. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 19V502, filed June 27, 2019: Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 19V500, filed June 27, 2019: Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 19V378, filed May 16, 2019: Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 19V182, filed March 6, 2019: Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 18V661, filed September 27, 2018: Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 18V268, filed April 26, 2018: Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 18V042, filed January 9, 2018: Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 17V545, filed August 31, 2017: Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 17V417, filed June 29, 2017: Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 17V030, filed January 10, 2017: Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 16V346, filed May 24, 2016: Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 16V061, filed February 3, 2016: Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 11V395, filed August 4, 2011: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm / Pcm / Tecm). NHTSA recall database
- Recall 11V004, filed January 6, 2011: Electrical System. NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for CR-V 4WD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 21 city / 27 highway / 23 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,900. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR AWD/FWD: rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 15.5%. NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA Test Car List, 2010 Honda CR-V with 2.4L 4-cylinder: rated 180 hp. www.epa.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, CR-V 4DR SUV AWD EX/EX-L: length 178 in, width 72 in, height 66 in, wheelbase 103 in, curb weight 3,536 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, CR-V 4DR SUV FWD LX: length 178 in, width 72 in, height 66 in, wheelbase 103 in, curb weight 3,521 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov