2010 Honda Cr V
Common Problems
Ranked from 293 federal NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
21 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
Takata airbag inflator recall with delayed parts availability
109complaintsSafety riskElectricalOwners received recall notifications for defective Takata airbag inflators, but replacement parts were not available within a reasonable timeframe, causing prolonged safety risks.
Related recall: 11V004000
- 2
Takata airbag inflator defect causing deployment failure or delay
46complaintsSafety riskOtherDefective Takata airbag inflators may deploy without impact or fail to deploy during a crash, posing a risk of injury or death.
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Door lock actuator failure
27complaintsMedium severityElectricalDoor lock actuators fail intermittently or completely, causing doors to lock/unlock randomly or fail to unlock, creating safety concerns.
$200–$600est. door lock/latch repair · 1–2.5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 11V004000
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Excessive Oil Consumption and Engine Stalling
27complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine consumes excessive oil and stalls intermittently, especially during cold starts or highway driving, despite regular maintenance.
$400–$4,500est. oil-consumption repair (rings/pcv) · 3–14 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Unintended acceleration or sudden surging while driving or braking
23complaintsSafety riskEngineThe vehicle accelerates uncontrollably or surges forward while braking or at a stop, causing potential crash risks.
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Engine stalling and hesitation during acceleration
11complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine stalls unexpectedly or hesitates during acceleration, particularly on hot days.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Severe corrosion in rear frame and suspension components
10complaintsSafety riskSuspensionCorrosion in the rear frame and trailing arm mounting points caused structural integrity issues, leading to potential loss of vehicle control.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Power Steering Rack Leaks and Failures
9complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe power steering rack leaks hydraulic fluid and may fail, causing loud noises and loss of steering control.
$900–$2,000est. steering rack replacement · 4–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Air Conditioning Compressor Failure
8complaintsMedium severityOtherThe air conditioning compressor fails prematurely, causing the AC to stop working despite low mileage.
$800–$1,600est. a/c compressor replacement · 3–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Rear trailing arm corrosion and detachment
8complaintsSafety riskSuspensionThe rear trailing arm corrodes over time and may detach from the vehicle's frame while driving, causing loss of control.
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Transmission hesitation or failure to downshift
7complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission hesitates to downshift when power is needed, causing underpower situations.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 11V395000
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Metallic noise and transmission issues causing uneven tire wear
6complaintsMedium severityTransmissionOwners reported a metallic noise when reversing, leading to uneven tire wear, seized brakes, and internal transmission issues requiring costly repairs.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 11V395000
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Headlights and exterior lighting dimming or failing
5complaintsMedium severityElectricalHeadlights and tail lights dim or fail intermittently, especially when the fan is on.
$100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.5–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 11V004000
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Premature rear brake wear and grinding noise
5complaintsHigh severityBrakesRear brake pads wear out unusually fast, causing grinding noises and uneven rotor surfaces.
$250–$700est. brake pads + rotors (per axle) · 1–2.5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Engine grinding noise at startup
4complaintsMedium severityEngineA grinding noise occurs during cold engine startup, often attributed to the VPC actuator or internal engine wear.
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Excessive Engine Oil Consumption and Catalytic Converter Failure
4complaintsMedium severityEngineVehicles experienced abnormal oil consumption due to sticking piston rings, leading to oil entering the fuel system and causing catalytic converter failure.
$400–$4,500est. oil-consumption repair (rings/pcv) · 3–14 hrs laborGet local quotes - 17
Abnormal suspension noise and instability during turns
2complaintsMedium severitySuspensionVehicles exhibited abnormal suspension noise and instability during turns, indicating potential suspension failure.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 18
Dashboard and Instrument Panel Glare Issues
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe instrument panel reflects sunlight, making it difficult to read the speedometer and creating a driving hazard.
$300–$1,000est. instrument cluster repair/replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 11V004000
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Driver's side door lock actuator failure
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe driver's side door lock actuator fails, preventing remote or manual unlocking of the door, creating a safety hazard.
$200–$600est. door lock/latch repair · 1–2.5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 11V004000
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Frame corrosion affecting fuel tank integrity
2complaintsHigh severityOtherExcessive frame corrosion compromises the structural integrity of the vehicle and poses a risk to the fuel tank.
$250–$700est. egr valve replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 21
Sunroof Glass Explosion Without Warning
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe sunroof glass explodes unexpectedly while driving, causing damage and potential injury.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.