YearToAvoid

2010 Honda CR-V Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 48 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 Honda CR-V, 10% of its 480 total complaints for the year. Median mileage at failure was 73,650. A related recall (11V004000) covers an engine wiring harness connector that could cause intermittent spark firing or stalling.

Electrical System complaints
48
10% of 480
Crashes reported
4
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
4
Median mileage
73,650 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

  • Engine stalls unexpectedly while driving, in some cases while braking or passing through standing water, leading to loss of control.
  • Headlights or dashboard warning lights fail intermittently, including headlights shutting off at highway speed or appearing too dim at night even after dealer adjustment.
  • Key fob stops operating and locks occupants out, sometimes requiring a tow truck to regain access.
  • Air conditioning blows hot air intermittently despite recharging and compressor replacement.
  • Warning indicators illuminate together with visible smoke from under the hood, prompting roadside towing.

When 2010 Honda CR-V electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 17, 2010, latest Feb 14, 2026.

2010 Honda CR-V electrical system complaints: complaints filed per month2Aug 2010Oct 2012May 2015Jan 2017Mar 2018Sep 2019Jan 2023Sep 2025
48 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2010 to Feb 2026; peak Jan 2014 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2010 Honda CR-V

  1. NHTSA 11V004000Jan 6, 2011Electrical System2,277 vehicles

    Electrical system

    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.

Electrical System complaints by CR-V model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 201048 (10%)
  2. 201158 (10%)
  3. 201281 (20%)
  4. 201367 (18%)
  5. 201497 (17%)
  6. 201587 (13%)
  7. 201666 (17%)
  8. 2017412 (23%)
  9. 2018289 (13%)
  10. 2019166 (15%)
  11. 202050 (14%)
  12. 202136 (11%)
  13. 202214 (5%)
  14. 202332 (6%)
  15. 202442 (11%)
  16. 202521 (8%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 2010 Honda CR-V?
NHTSA shows 48 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 CR-V, which is 10% of the 480 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2010 Honda CR-V?
Yes. Recall 11V004000 covers an engine wiring harness connector on 2010 Honda Accord and CR-V models that could cause intermittent spark firing or engine stall.
At what mileage do electrical failures typically show up?
NHTSA data lists a median mileage at failure of 73,650 miles for Electrical System complaints on the 2010 CR-V.
Did the electrical problems cause any crashes or injuries?
NHTSA records 4 crashes and 4 injuries associated with complaints in this component area for the 2010 CR-V, with no fires reported.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.