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2010 Honda CR-V transmission problems

30 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 5,600. 4 crashes reported.

owner complaints
30
of this car's complaints
6%
typical mileage
5,600
crashes
4
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Automatic transmission
    4
  • Driveline
    2
  • Automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
    2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Honda CR-V transmission problems in other years

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Related recalls

Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)Reported August 4, 2011 · 1,512,107 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Honda is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 accord, 2007-2010 cr-v, and 2005-2008 element passenger cars manufactured from july 1, 2004, through september 3, 2010. The outer race of the secondary shaft bearing may be broken during certain driving styles. A broken outer race may cause abnormal noise, the malfunction indicator light to turn on, and allow contact between the transmission idle gear and an electronic sensor housing within the transmission.
Risk
This could result in a short circuit causing the engine to stall. Additionally, broken pieces of the outer race or ball bearing from the secondary shaft may become lodged in the parking pawl resulting in the vehicle rolling after the driver has placed the gear selector in the park position. Engine stall and unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash or personal injury to persons within the path of a rolling vehicle.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners and dealers will update the automatic transmission control module software free of charge. The safety recall began on august 27, 2011. Owners may contact honda automobile customer service at 1‑800‑999‑1009.

Recall number 11V395000 · Recall details

What 2010 Honda CR-V owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 3, 2023 · Suspension, Transmission · OK · crash

Car cames to a stop and instead of stopping straight up it stops and the car frame and suspension still moves. The suspension can cause a wreak for not stoping in time. Also when i put it in neutral it goes backwards on flat ground other then forward. So something is wrong with the shifter or the sway bars also when u put it in park some times it still moves forward

Filed May 31, 2023 · Transmission · PA

Ref: the federal safety agency Recall Number: 23V‑228 Per advice from Honda, I contacted the dealer for recall disposition. They informed me that if the vehicle fails inspection and cannot be repaired, Honda will not return the vehicle and offer a cash compensation instead. This is unfair because: 1. Such impounding of vehicle is not mentioned in their notice (attached with this form). The words used are "may offer to repurchase the vehicle from you" 2. Not returning the vehicle and unilaterally offering a cash compensation is unethical business practice. I sincerely request the federal safety agency to take up the issue with Honda and ensure that a full repair be done even if the inspection fails. It might cost them more but they must do it. In case the vehicle cannot be repaired, it must be declared as totaled and an independent insurance adjuster must determine the cash compensation value and not Honda.

Filed Mar 6, 2023 · Transmission · 130,000 miles · FL

The contact’s son owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while his son was driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard an abnormal sound under the hood of the vehicle. The vehicle then stalled. Additionally, the contact stated that while attempting to accelerate above 60 MPH, he depressed the accelerator pedal however, the RPM’s increased and the engine revved but the vehicle failed to respond. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

Filed Jun 23, 2022 · Transmission · FL

My car has been stalling sporadically. I took it to a shop for a diagnostic and it showed PCM malfunction. This has been recalled on some 2010 CRVs why is mine not included?

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 15, 2019 · Engine, Transmission · 75,000 miles · NY

I have a 2010 honda crv and it is consuming an excess amount of oil. I have preformed numerous tests with the dealership every 1000 miles per the test requirements for excessive oil consumption. My crv is currently using 26oz of oil or more every 1000 miles and the dealership and honda state that it is within normal range. They stated that I should check my oil every time I fill up my gas tank. They stated that if I do not check my oil every time I get gas, the level may go low and my engine can blow up. I do not think it is reasonable to have to check my oil every week for a known issue with honda crvs from 2010 and it would be a safety issue if my car stops working while driving.

Filed Mar 26, 2019 · Engine, Transmission · RI

I have 2010 honda crv when I driving the crv, when the transmission is between 2th, 3th gear I hear a grinding noise coming from the transmission. Im no sure what it is, but transmission shift to the 4th gear the noise go away.

Filed Dec 6, 2017 · Transmission · 128,000 miles · AR

I was driving on abridge and car went out of gear and would not pull. Then it goes back in gear. It did this several times before I got home some 24 miles away so I took car to transmission shop and found out a something had broken off the 5th gear area had to get it fixed. Just got out of shop and paid $2838.36. So my question is is there a recall if so how do I get reimbursed?

Filed Oct 3, 2016 · Brakes, Engine · 500 miles · NY

The vehicle was purchased new honda cr-v 2010 and has been services throught same place purchased since day one. The complaint of a "metal noise" dropping when reversing. I have replaced the tires, brakes, calipers, drums and rotars as they siezed, wore unevenly and "oxidized(?). I have been told the tires have an impression on them as the vehicle must have been not used for a period of time. The care is used daily. Some excused provided have been amazing. Main point is that the transmission/metal noise continued while I drove the car or when my cousin was going to use it (but declined when he heard the noise) when the care goes in for servicing "noise could not be duplicated" I would leave and get home unstatisfied and due to responsibilities in life make it difficult to just go right back out to resolve the issue. It got to the point that I would take the vehicle out for test ride. Finally when I duplicated the noise. Repeatedly/annually complained and was not found until having the vehicle for over a month (gsh did provide loaner) I have returned to the service center since the car has been there, but continued to leave my car there. Now they want me to pay the deductible ($100) an additional fee for new transmission of $1510.00. This is a problem I had documented on every service since I purchased the vehicle.. When in reverse and proceed to reverse the metalic noise drops but the car still goes in motion. There were two times it did it in drive. Every service visit was routine and sceduled; recommended services were done on the spot, not when I would return for next oil change.. I am just disheartened and saddened that they have taken advantage of this female customer.... I have been made to feel that this would not have happen to a male customer.

Filed Sep 26, 2016 · Brakes, Transmission · 12 miles · NY

I purchased and always serviced my 2010 cr-v with garden state honda and they have service documentation from as early as november 2010 regarding a complainants a metal noise 'dropping' in through under my vehicle purchased in 2010 as early as nov 2010 and continuing every year to follow up to this present date. Now it has been 'discovered' to be an internal issue with the transmission. I am starting to take it personally that being a woman I know nothing about cars and that any funny noise is just something a woman would say. However, it is a fact that there have been several issues not address with my car until the warrantee ended and the extended warrantee is also coming to a close. Over my ownership of this vehicle, other complainants mentioned I have made prior to the five year warrantee were not detected, but now have surfaced after the warrantee ended. I purchased the 2010 crv with the agreement of making bi-weekly payments and having the warrantee extended. My most recent service; complainant of noises seemed that has gone unfounded or could not reproduce the noise/problem was finally found after I return to retrieve my vehicle for a third time and after paying a service bill of nearly $700.00 on the first return. After taking it on a road test, the problem existed and my car now pulled to the right. The car remained and when I returned to get my vehicle as no issue could be found and they 'gave me a free alignment'. Technician,'izzy' and myself did road test & duplicated the noise again (existing since 2010)' duplicating it mulitiple times; now find out an internal issue with the transmission exists. Previously, honda of white plains did oil change & said to return to gsh as rear brakes were seizing. That was fixed after two service trips to gsh. Mr. Timothy mahon (rip) heard it but I guess dead men can tell no tales.

Questions about the 2010 Honda CR-V transmission

Does the 2010 Honda CR-V have transmission problems?

Owners have filed 30 complaints about the transmission of the 2010 Honda CR-V, 6% of all its complaints.

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

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 5,600 miles.

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

Yes, 1 recall: 11V395000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Honda CR-V have bad transmission?

The Honda CR-V model years with the most transmission complaints are 2015 (150 complaints), 2017 (145 complaints) and 2013 (95 complaints).

Other 2010 Honda CR-V problems

Airbags 217Engine 61Body 47Electrical 43Brakes 25Acceleration 21Locks 16Suspension 15Steering 14Visibility 10Driver assistance 7Fuel system 7Seat belts 7Lights 6Tires 6Wheels 6Seats 1

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