2010 Honda CR-V vs 2011 Honda CR-V
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2010 Honda CR-V | 2011 Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 480 | 551 |
| Recall campaigns | 15 | 13 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 104 | 90 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 31 | 29 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–24 | 23–24 |
| Median reported mileage | 60,000 mi | 56,039 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda CR-V | Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 217 | 295 |
| Electrical System | 43 | 55 |
| Engine | 53 | 37 |
| Structure | 46 | 42 |
| Power Train | 30 | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 21 | 19 |
| Service Brakes | 19 | 18 |
| Suspension | 14 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 28 | 21 |
| Stalling | 27 | 12 |
| Oil consumption | 24 | 15 |
| Hesitation / surging | 12 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 11 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
2010 Honda CR-V
2011 Honda CR-V
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.