2010 Honda CR-V MPG
EPA ratings for the 2010 Honda CR-V run from 21 mpg in town to 27–28 on the highway, or 23–24 combined, depending on which of its 2 versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, at 24 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive and is rated 23 mpg combined. That is 1 mpg better than the best gasoline 2009 version (23 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V 2WD | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 24 | Regular · 370 g CO₂/mi |
| CR-V 4WD | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 23 | Regular · 386 g CO₂/mi |
2010 Honda CR-V fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2010 Honda CR-V costs about $2,720 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (24 mpg combined), or roughly 18 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (23 mpg combined) comes to about $2,840 a year, $120 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2010 Honda CR-V specs
The EPA lists one engine for the 2010 Honda CR-V: a 2.4 L 4-cyl. It came with an automatic transmission, in all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive versions. The EPA classes it as a sport utility vehicle.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L | 4 | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 2 |
2010 Honda CR-V problems
Owners have filed 481 complaints about the 2010 Honda CR-V with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Air bags are the most-reported area (37% of component mentions), followed by engine (9%) and structure (8%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 28 complaints a year: more than the 2009 (21 a year) and fewer than the 2011 (34 a year).
That ranks 14th of 17 Honda CR-V model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 481, 31 mention a crash, 2 a fire and 15 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 217 | 37% |
| Engine | 53 | 9% |
| Structure | 48 | 8% |
| Unknown or other | 45 | 8% |
| Electrical system | 43 | 7% |
| Power train | 31 | 5% |
| Vehicle speed control | 21 | 4% |
| Service brakes | 19 | 3% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 16 | 3% |
| Steering | 14 | 2% |
| Suspension | 14 | 2% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 8 | 1% |
| Seat belts | 8 | 1% |
| Visibility | 8 | 1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 6 | 1% |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 6 | 1% |
| Tires | 6 | 1% |
| Wheels | 5 | <1% |
| Equipment | 3 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 1 | <1% |
| Seats | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
Got this vehicle about a year and a half ago at full price from local dealership. It looks like it has been pieced together with many other hondas. The check engine light has been on ever since. …
SUDDEN ACCELERATION, while foot on the brake. This caused us to have an accident hitting cemented poles in front of a store. Our CRV was badly smashed in the front, making it undriveable. …
The contact owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that there was rust on the rear of the vehicle. …
2010 Honda CR-V recalls
NHTSA lists 15 recall campaigns for the 2010 Honda CR-V.
The most recent, campaign 23V228000 from March 2023, concerns structure.
Air bags account for 12 of the 15 campaigns, more than any other area.
11V004000 · January 6, 2011 · Electrical system
Problem: 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.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | CR-V years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V228000 | March 30, 2023 | Structure | 2008–2011 |
| 19V500000 | June 27, 2019 | Air bags | 2008–2011 |
| 19V502000 | June 27, 2019 | Air bags | 2008–2011 |
| 19V378000 | May 16, 2019 | Air bags | 2008–2011 |
| 19V182000 | March 6, 2019 | Air bags | 2010–2011 |
| 18V661000 | September 27, 2018 | Air bags | 2010–2011 |
| 18V268000 | April 26, 2018 | Air bags | 2008–2011 |
| 18V042000 | January 9, 2018 | Air bags | 2009–2011 |
| 17V545000 | August 31, 2017 | Air bags | 2008–2011 |
| 17V417000 | June 29, 2017 | Air bags | 2008–2011 |
| 17V030000 | January 10, 2017 | Air bags | 2008–2011 |
| 16V346000 | May 24, 2016 | Air bags | 2008–2011 |
| 16V061000 | February 3, 2016 | Air bags | 2008–2011 |
| 11V395000 | August 4, 2011 | Power train | 2008–2010 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 1 version of the 2010 Honda CR-V, without an overall score.
These ratings use NHTSA's pre-2011 test method, so they can't be compared with stars for 2011 and later models.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| with side air bags | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★☆ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Honda CR-Vs can be compared fairly. Among other 2010 models in the EPA's sport utility vehicle class, the 2010 Ford Escape (24 mpg), 2010 Nissan Rogue (24 mpg) and 2010 Subaru Outback (24 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 23 | 962 | 50 | 11 |
| 2009 | 23 | 386 | 21 | 12 |
| 2010 | 24 | 481 | 28 | 15 |
| 2011 | 24 | 554 | 34 | 13 |
| 2012 | 26 | 403 | 27 | 3 |
| 2013 | 26 | 382 | 27 | 2 |
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FAQ
Is the 2010 CR-V a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2010 Honda CR-V has 28 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (14th most of 17 model years), 15 recall campaigns and up to 24 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2010 CR-V problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are air bags (217), engine (53) and structure (48). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2010 CR-V have?
NHTSA lists 15 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2010 CR-V get?
The EPA rates the versions at 23–24 mpg combined (21 city, 27–28 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 CR-V per year?
About $2,720 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,840 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).