Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (doors, hood, frame, rust, paint and trim).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2010 Honda CR-V owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the stabili-trak warning light illuminated and turned off. The contact stated that there was an abnormal grinding and abnormal rubbing sound coming from the rear of the vehicle while making a left turn. The contact stated that the rear end was swaying to the left and right while attempting to manually correct the vehicle by turning the steering wheel. The contact stopped the vehicle and became aware that the rear passenger's side tire was leaning at an angle into the wheel well. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the rear suspension had separated from the subframe due to extensive corrosion of the subframe and supports. The vehicle deemed unsafe to be driven by the mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. …
The contact owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a scraping sound coming from the rear driver's side of the vehicle. While driving approximately 40 MPH, there was a loud banging sound with smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to stop while depressing the brake pedal. After coasting to a stop, the contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that the rear passenger's side suspension had failed. The vehicle was towed to the home and examined by an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the rear driver's side lower control arm had failed due to severe corrosion of the subframe. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 159,000. …
The contact owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that upon receiving notification that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure), he scheduled the recall repair. The contact stated that, as necessary, a support brace was installed at the rear frame. The vehicle was inspected, and it was discovered that rust had formed a hole in the frame near the trailing arm bolt, which the dealer failed to discover while performing the recall repair. As a result, the vehicle failed inspection. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who advised the contact that the dealer lacked the technical ability to complete the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and advised the contact to reach out to the dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was 98,750. …
The contact owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while having the vehicle repaired for a non-related issue, it was discovered that there was a failure with the rear trailing arm. The contact stated that the bolts attached to the support brackets for the trailing arm had created a hole in the frame of the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer where it was determined there was excessive corrosion to the rear trailing arm. The dealer replaced the support bracket and replaced the bolts. The contact stated that the hole in the frame had been enlarged following the recall repair of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 189,168.
I put my car in Drive after I got the green light to exit the car wash and the car surged forward and continued accelerating, knocking over several installations and going over a median separating the car wash from the roadway. The car ended up on the roadway, finally slowed down by multiple collisions and I was able to get control of it and get it parked and wait for the police to come. By some miracle, no-one was hurt, but the car was completely out of control. It just wouldn't stop or slow down. It was the most bizarre experience I have ever had and I fear it will not or cannot be investigated. I have informed my insurance company and my hope is that they can find something showing that the car malfunctioned.
The contact owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that during an emissions inspection, he was made aware that the rear trailing arm was corroded. The dealer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds and making a turn, there was an abnormal popping sound coming from the vehicle. While reversing, there was a knocking sound coming from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure). The vehicle was taken to the dealer where a support brace was installed on the vehicle. After the repair, the contact noticed that the vehicle did not maneuver or perform the same after the recall repair. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the contact was informed that the struts needed to be replaced due to the brace not properly fitting onto the subframe. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a complaint was filed. No additional assistance was offered. The vehicle had was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 119,000.
The contact owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V228000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the trailing arm was rusted and detached from the front of the vehicle. The contact stated that the passenger's side front tire was rubbing against the wheel well and the vehicle was undrivable. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V661000 (Air Bags), and the dealer informed the contact about NHTSA Campaign Number 23V228000 (Structure). The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle had failed an inspection and was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The contact stated that a recall notification was mailed and might have been lost in transition, but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 20,005.
Related recalls
Structure › Frame and members
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2007-2011 CR-V vehicles that were sold, or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia,…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and install a support brace or repair the rear frame, as necessary, free of charge. Depending on the extent of any corrosion damage, Honda may offer to repurchase the vehicle.
Body complaints in other CR-V years
Frequently asked questions
How common are body problems on the 2010 Honda CR-V?
NHTSA has 47 complaints about the body & structure of the 2010 Honda CR-V, 10% of the model year's 481 complaints. The component named most often is body (23 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2010 Honda CR-V body problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 23V-228 (frame and members, Mar 30, 2023). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2010 Honda CR-V body problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 99,000 miles, and 27% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 5 crashes, 0 fires and 2 injuries to body & structure problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.