2011 Honda CR-V: common problems and reliability

The 2011 Honda CR-V has 551 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 13 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are air bags and electrical system. Owners most often flag narrow front seats with pronounced bolsters causing initial discomfort (breaks in over time). frequency: recurrent.

Safety record for the 2011 model year

551
Owner complaints
13
Recalls
29
Crash reports
2
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2011 Honda CR-V vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

air bags
295
electrical system
55
structure
42
engine
37
service brakes
19

Recalls affecting the 2011 CR-V

air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module

Campaign 18V661000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Insight and Acura TSX and TSX Wagon, 2014-2015 Honda Crosstour and Pilot vehicles nationwide, as well as certain 2014 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles…

air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module

Campaign 19V182000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling specific 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2013-2016 ILX, 2013-2014 ILX Hybrid, 2003-2006 MDX, 2007-2016 RDX, 2002-2003 3.2TL, 2004-2006, and 2009-2014 TL, 2010-2013 ZDX and 2001-2007 and 20…

air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module

Campaign 18V268000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2012 Honda Accord and Pilot, 2010 Accord Crosstour, 2001-2011 Civic, 2002-2011 CR-V, 2003-2004, 2006-2008 and 2011 Element, 2007 and 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2012 Ins…

air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module

Campaign 19V502000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2014 TSX Sport Wagon, 2010-2013 ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic and Civic Hybrid, 2008-2010 Civic G…

What owners say across generations

Overwhelmingly positive sentiment, particularly for the latest hybrid models (2023-2026). The vehicle is consistently praised for its exceptional practicality, spacious and high-quality interior, quiet and smooth ride quality, and refined hybrid powertrain. Th

  • Narrow front seats with pronounced bolsters causing initial discomfort (breaks in over time). Frequency: recurrent.
  • Hybrid powertrain noise and struggle on steep highway inclines, with significant engine revving and reduced fuel economy. Frequency: recurrent.
  • 1.5L turbocharged gasoline engine issues in older models (pre-2023), including oil dilution and head gasket failures. Frequency: recurrent (for specific model years).
  • Steering system complaints (vibration, feel) reported for models around the 2022 model year, potentially addressed by a recall (#24V-744). Frequency: isolated.
  • Minor infotainment lag, particularly with wireless CarPlay/Android Auto. Frequency: isolated.

Owner insights cover all generations of the CR-V.

Typical used price

Used CR-V listings typically run $16,479–$25,125 across 2010 to 2026 model years.

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