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2010 Honda CR-V electrical problems

43 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 80,000. 4 crashes reported.

owner complaints
43
of this car's complaints
9%
typical mileage
80,000
crashes
4
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Instrument panel: speedometer/odometer
    1
  • Instrument cluster/panel
    1
  • Alternator/generator/regulator
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Honda CR-V electrical problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2010 Honda CR-V electrical

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

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Related recalls

Electrical systemReported January 6, 2011 · 2,277 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Honda is recalling certain model year 2010 honda accord and cr-v vehicles. There is a potential failure with the engine wiring harness connector which may cause intermittent spark firing or the engine to stall.
Risk
An engine stall will increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and replace the ignition wiring harness connector free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 24, 2011. Owners may contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009.

Recall number 11V004000 · Recall details

What 2010 Honda CR-V owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 14, 2026 · Acceleration, Electrical · NC

Cruise Control Significant safety. 2/13/2026. The first time I experienced my car made sudden high-speed acceleration, brain starts scrambling, what's going on? Ok cruise controls on, turned it off, tapped brake. Now with Cruise Control Off, I had to keep in contact with the accelerator to manually maintain speed. I had to pay much attention to my speed. Was towing a very small travel trailer, about 750#. The above actions stopped the sudden acceleration. Got my speed back under control. Thought since the problem was resolved quickly along with me disbelieving what just happened, I turned Cruise Control back ON. So, I got my speed back to where it should be and put Cruise Control ON. And, again it didn't happen right away, but when it did, it was exactly the same sudden acceleration. Vehicle to a Honda dealer next week. No warning signs or sounds, either before or after the incident, both occurrences.

Filed Sep 3, 2025 · Electrical · 191,000 miles · VA

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2010 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 157,000 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 191,000.

Filed Jan 29, 2024 · Driver assistance, Electrical · NC

Our vehicle started to jerk whenever it is at low gear. The check engine light goes on and off. The traction control light goes on and off. And an error code came up: p060a. The vehicle has stalled 2x after moderately jerking multiple times while driving @ 50m/hr. The air conditioning blows hot air after a few minutes of it running. We have checked recalls for the particular make, model and year and it is showing the classic vehicle recalls from Honda. Unfortunately, our VIN number shows that it was not part of the recalled vehicle. We have gone through Honda hoping that they could at least do a diagnostic run and verify if it is a possible recall issue, but they will only do it if we pay for everything. Please help.

Filed Aug 9, 2023 · Electrical · TX

Lock actuator are not working and going on and off one door is more problems than the others

Filed Jul 15, 2023 · Electrical · MD

Drivers side door will not unlock or open.

Filed Jun 29, 2023 · Electrical · CA

I purchased my CRV from Roseville Honda about 5 years ago and recently 3 of my 5 lock actuators have gone out in the car making the doors unable to open. My vehicle is able to be inspected and I drive it daily. Upon research it was known when they had sold me my car that the actuators in these cars needed to be replaced and failed to do so or to tell me. Mine and my child's safety is at risk with the weather as hot as it is if we get locked in a hot car or out of the car with nowhere to go on these hot days it could be dangerous and even deadly. I have not had the vehicle inspected by the dealer but by my father who is a mechanic. Prior warnings would be my doors automatically locking while driving repeatedly since I bought the car. Case ID: 2:13-cv-00381 this is the case of the prior lawsuit filed by other Honda owners with the same issue so this was known before Roseville Honda sold me my car. I have contacted them about this as well as the 800# and have been told I need to pay $190 for a diagnostic and my car is out of warranty so they cannot help me.

Filed May 27, 2023 · Electrical, Engine · GA

Car stalled, began to smoke while traveling at a low rate of speed on residential street. Found it had no oil. No warning light indicated oil was low. Bought it used two weeks earlier and seller said oil had been recently changed. Passenger-side door locks began locking and unlocking randomly while in motion. No inspection. The A/C compressor stopped working mid-summer. Mechanic inspected, repaired. No longer in possession of this vehicle.

Filed Jan 31, 2023 · Electrical · SC

Back rear hatch and back passenger door lock will not unlock

Filed Feb 4, 2021 · Electrical, Transmission · 82,000 miles · CA · crash · 1 injury

Tl* 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.*dt

Filed Aug 18, 2020 · Airbags, Electrical · CA

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.

Questions about the 2010 Honda CR-V electrical

Does the 2010 Honda CR-V have electrical problems?

Owners have filed 43 complaints about the electrical of the 2010 Honda CR-V, 9% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2010 Honda CR-V electrical problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 80,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2010 Honda CR-V electrical?

Yes, 1 recall: 11V004000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Honda CR-V have the most electrical problems?

The Honda CR-V model years with the most electrical complaints are 2017 (403 complaints), 2018 (286 complaints) and 2007 (264 complaints).

Other 2010 Honda CR-V problems

Airbags 217Engine 61Body 47Transmission 30Brakes 25Acceleration 21Locks 16Suspension 15Steering 14Visibility 10Driver assistance 7Fuel system 7Seat belts 7Lights 6Tires 6Wheels 6Seats 1

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