2011 Honda CR-V MPG
Across its 2 EPA-rated versions, the 2011 Honda CR-V returns 21 mpg city, 27–28 highway and 23–24 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, at 24 mpg combined. At the other end, the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive manages 23 mpg combined, 1 mpg less. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2010 model.
| 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 |
2011 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 2011 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.
2011 Honda CR-V specs
The EPA lists one engine for the 2011 Honda CR-V: a 2.4 L 4-cyl. It came with an automatic transmission, in all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive versions. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Sport Utility Vehicle" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L | 4 | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 2 |
2011 Honda CR-V problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 554 owner complaints about the 2011 Honda CR-V.
Air bags are the most-reported area (45% of component mentions), followed by electrical system (8%) and structure (7%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 34 complaints a year: more than the 2010 (28 a year) and the 2012 (27 a year).
That ranks 13th of 17 Honda CR-V model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 554, 29 mention a crash, 2 a fire and 11 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 295 | 45% |
| Electrical system | 55 | 8% |
| Unknown or other | 55 | 8% |
| Structure | 45 | 7% |
| Engine | 37 | 6% |
| Suspension | 20 | 3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 19 | 3% |
| Service brakes | 18 | 3% |
| Power train | 14 | 2% |
| Wheels | 14 | 2% |
| Tires | 12 | 2% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 10 | 2% |
| Steering | 10 | 2% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 7 | 1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 1% |
| Seats | 7 | 1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 7 | 1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 5 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 4 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | <1% |
| Visibility | 3 | <1% |
| Equipment | 2 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 1 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The contact owns a 2011 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed, the vehicle rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The front driver's side air bag did not fully deploy. No warning lights were illuminated. …
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Honda CR-V. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 106,000. …
1) left rear trailing arm broke while driving, causing high risk of injury. ( a known problem with this model. A recall issued in other salt belt states, but not North Carolina. …
2011 Honda CR-V recalls
The 2011 Honda CR-V has been the subject of 13 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 23V228000 from March 2023, concerns structure.
Air bags account for 12 of the 13 campaigns, more than any other area.
| 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 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2011 Honda CR-V; the best overall score is 4 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
| SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
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 2011 models in the EPA's sport utility vehicle class, the 2011 Nissan Rogue (24 mpg), 2011 Subaru Outback (24 mpg) and 2011 Toyota RAV4 (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 |
| 2014 | 26 | 587 | 45 | 1 |
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FAQ
Is the 2011 CR-V a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2011 Honda CR-V has 34 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (13th most of 17 model years), 13 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 4 stars and up to 24 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2011 CR-V problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are air bags (295), electrical system (55) and structure (45). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2011 CR-V have?
NHTSA lists 13 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 2011 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 2011 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).