10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
4 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
4 / 0
Average Mileage:
51,937 miles

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problem #34

Jan 012023

CR-V

  • miles
Back rear hatch and back passenger door lock will not unlock

- Aiken, SC, USA

problem #33

Jan 292021

CR-V 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 82,000 miles
The contact owned a 2010 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that while driving 50 mph and approaching standing water, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle shut-off. The contact loss control of the vehicle and crashed into a tree. The air bags deployed on impact. The contact stated that he initially suffered back pain but refused medical attention at the scene. As the pain persisted, he went to his personal doctor who treated him for pain to his right knee and lower back. A police report was filed. The vehicle was initially towed to a tow yard however, the insurance company retrieved the vehicle and towed it to their location. Upon inspection of the vehicle, the insurance company deemed the vehicle a total loss. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.

- Bakersfield, CA, USA

problem #32

Aug 182020

CR-V

  • miles
The airbag sensor light on the dash goes on and off intermittently for past 2 years. We took it to the dealership to get inspected on 8/18/20. This what was was explained on our paperwork: Found dtc 32-10 open in the front passenger side airbag inflator. Performed stimulator, found dtc not returning. Found intermittent failure with floor harness. We were told by the dealership service staff that if not repaired the airbag could possibly fail.

- Riverside, CA, USA

problem #31

Aug 102020

CR-V

  • miles
My heater is blowing out cold air also not able to use defroster which is a saftey hazard - I have had several cars in the past not a Honda and never had problem wth heating

- Philadelphia, PA, USA

problem #30

Jan 242020

CR-V

  • 80,000 miles
The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2010 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that on multiple occasions, the key fob failed to operate as intended. The contact had to call a tow truck to have the vehicle unlocked. The contact had not notified the dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of this failure. The failure mileage was 80,000. The VIN was not available.

- Alexandria, VA, USA

problem #29

Oct 232019

CR-V

  • 173,300 miles
My engine would stall right after all electrical components would shut off then come back on right after. Intermittent spark firing. Exact same thing as in the #11V004000 recall

- Aurora, CO, USA

problem #28

Jul 012019

CR-V

  • 80,000 miles
No access to spare tire cannot access spare tire in hatchback - unable to open hatchback due to lock actuator failure and vehicle is not equipped with an external unlock mechanism at the hatchback. Unsafe if a tire fails. No access to the spare tire.

- San Dimas, CA, USA

problem #27

Feb 042019

CR-V

  • 130,000 miles
Takata recall car is sputtering, and then stalling, alarm system goes off unexpectantly, check engine light and other lights go off - reads as misfire and has to deal with emisions system. Appears to happen in other model Honda and some type of switch. Dangerous if car stalls in traffic

- Binghamton, NY, USA

problem #26

Dec 292018

CR-V

  • 89,000 miles
There has been several stalled engine incidents while driving on a city street and also stationary at a red traffic light. No engine light has turned on leading to a wiring issue perhaps. Not so much a mechanical issue more so electrical of software related. It is unknown when the engine will turn off. There are two recall associated with stalled engine for Honda CR-V 2010. There are the ignition circuit coupler failure (11V004000) and the automatic transmission control module software (11V395000) however my VIN is not apart of that recall. I am scared and fear for my life that this stalled engine issue will cause my car to get into an accident or even worst have someone else and I get killed.

- West Babylon, NY, USA

problem #25

Nov 012018

CR-V

  • 110,000 miles
I am deaf. Passengers note sound of door locks locking and unlocking continuously while driving. Also passenger door will not unlock from inside, a severe safety hazard.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

problem #24

Jul 232018

CR-V

  • miles
I wish to complain about my 2010 Honda CRV. I am having issues with my air conditioning unit. When it is hot, it blows hot air even when it is set on the lowest temperature. However, when it is nighttime it will blow cold air. Honda evacuated and recharged the system only for me to experience the same issues two months later. I was then told that I needed to replace the ac compressor, coil set, clutch set, etc. I went to get a second opinion and I was told that the ac compressor would not even power on due to electrical issues. In relation to electrical issues, my car also stalled about a year ago and I was able to have that issue rectify without taking it to Honda.

- Zachary, LA, USA

problem #23

May 292018

CR-V

  • 83,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. after the contact exited the vehicle and locked the doors, the vehicle would inadvertently restart. The contact stated that the vehicle started by itself four times in the last couple of weeks. The contact called Ohio valley Honda (532 N 3rd St, steubenville, oh 43952, (740) 283-3435) and was informed that diagnostic testing was needed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.

- New Cumberland, WV, USA

problem #22

Jan 022018

CR-V

  • 70,000 miles
Issue 1: when I am trying use the heater it seems like my side (drive side) is stuck on blowing cold air. While the passenger side seems to be adjusting fine and the temperature changes just fine. But on my side, eventho it says it's on hi heat. Or 85 degrees. It's still just blowing cold air on me. I'm doing something wrong. Also, when I press the duel button it still just blows cold air on me, but not on the passenger side.

- Molalla, OR, USA

problem #21

Jan 182018

CR-V

  • 110,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. while the vehicle was parked, all four doors locked and could not be unlocked electronically or manually. The contact called aaa to get the doors open. The failure occurred numerous times. The dealer (ourisman Honda of laurel, 3371 laurel fort meade rd, laurel, md 20724) was contacted and informed the contact to call NHTSA. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 110,000.

- Laurel, MD, USA

problem #20

Jan 232018

CR-V

  • miles
The rear lock has become faulty and is making a loud noise.

- Austin, TX, USA

problem #19

Jun 102017

CR-V

  • 78,000 miles
Hot sunny and humid day heading to work when turning on the air conditioning it blows warm to hot air as the car is already warm from the sun it doesnt blow cold air and if it does its rarely and wont last long. I have seen a lawsuit was filed and settled but my year of the car wasnt mentioned but seems to be more than just mine as well. Just purchased October 2016

- Waterloo, IA, USA

problem #18

Apr 112017

CR-V

  • 150,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. while the vehicle was parked, all four of the doors locked and could not be re-opened electronically or manually. The vehicle's hood and trunk also could not be opened. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. An independent used car dealer was contacted and stated that the issue occurred with many Honda vehicles, but the failure could not be diagnosed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. There were no recalls related to the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

- Bastrop, TX, USA

problem #17

Jul 042015

CR-V 4-cyl

  • 50,000 miles
While traveling a very busy interstate on a holiday, my battery cable came off (erosion). This happened while going slow due to a normal traffic slowdown. I was in the middle lane of a 5-lane freeway. After my car stopped, traffic backed up as far as the eye could see. I had no electrics and, as a result, I could not get out of my car, open a window, turn on emergency flashers, or use the manual door locks. If the car had caught fire, I had no way to get out. Breaking a window from inside, without a tool for that use, is beyond my abilities. With a slightly different set of circumstances, my life could have been in danger. I think the inability to exit my car is a very serious safety problem. It was very warm and the car quickly heated up. Traffic backed up as far as the eye could see. A few people stopped to help and ended up getting very angry with me. "stupid" and "idiot" were the names they used for me because they could not understand why I would not manually open the door. I hope this complaint results in a reply. Thank you

- Carlsbad, CA, USA

problem #16

Nov 022016

CR-V

  • 90,000 miles
Both the brake and vehicle stability assist (vsa) warning lights are lit up on instrument panel, even when parking brake is not engaged and vsa not being used. Especially in cold weather (below 40) these warning lights turn on when the car is running; but sometimes also in warmer weather (below mid 50S). Issue just started Nov. 2016, so not sure if lights will go on in warm weather. Dealer could not correct. There was no accident preceding the faulty warning lights.

- Decatur, GA, USA

problem #15

Sep 232015

CR-V

  • miles
The contact owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. the contact stated that the power liftgate and rear driver's side interior and exterior door locks failed to operate with the key fob. The contact mentioned that the two faulty power doors locks only unlatched manually. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it continued to remain for eleven consecutive weeks. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

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