2014 Honda Crosstour Problems & Complaints

Average1.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the Crosstour at the same age

Owners have filed 31 complaints about the 2014 Honda Crosstour with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is about average for the Crosstour at the same age. The most reported problem area is the electrical system (10 complaints, typically around 70,000 miles). 3 recalls cover this model year.

31complaints
3recalls
2crashes
0fires
5injuries
0deaths

Most common 2014 Honda Crosstour problems

  • Electrical system~70,000 miles
    1032%
  • Engine & cooling~40,000 miles
    619%
  • Transmission & drivetrain~65,000 miles
    516%
  • Other / not specified~65,000 miles
    413%
  • Steering~65,000 miles
    310%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroof~61,000 miles
    310%
  • Wheels & tires~25,000 miles
    26%
  • Speed control & acceleration~52,000 miles
    26%
  • Body & structure
    26%
  • Brakes
    26%
  • Stability & traction control~17,000 miles
    13%
  • Seats~10,000 miles
    13%
  • Lights~10,000 miles
    13%
  • Driver assistance~61,000 miles
    13%
  • Air bags~65,000 miles
    13%

Share of the 31 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Honda Crosstour complaints by model year

201020122013201420152232493126
Owner complaints per model year, Honda Crosstour. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best Crosstour years: 2010, 2015. Years to avoid: 2013. Compare all years →

2014 Honda Crosstour recalls (3)

Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module

NHTSA recall 19V-502 · Jun 27, 2019 · 9,555 vehicles

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 GX NGV, 2012-2015 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2014 Fit EV, 2010-2014 Insight, and 2009-2015…

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module

NHTSA recall 19V-378 · May 16, 2019 · 19,138 vehicles

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2013 TSX Sport Wagon, and 2010-2012 ZDX and 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV, 2012-2014 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2013 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator installation and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019.

Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module

NHTSA recall 18V-661 · Sep 27, 2018 · 1,355,406 vehicles

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 in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Texas, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina,…

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

What 2014 Honda Crosstour owners say

Electrical system

The contact owns a 2014 Honda Crosstour. The contact stated that on separate occasions after he depressed the brake pedal then push the start/ stop button to start the vehicle, he could hear grinding and spinning on start-up, but the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that after approximately six attempts, the vehicle may start. The contact stated that the failure may occur randomly. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the starter failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic where the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 181,000.

Starter assembly · 181,000 miles · Jun 2023

The contact owns a 2014 Honda Crosstour. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start intermittently, and the contact heard a grinding noise. The dealer was made aware of the failure and scheduled an upcoming appointment for diagnosis. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired at the dealer on two separate occasions prior, for the same failure and the starter was replaced twice. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer for diagnostic testing and to send the work order and repair bill to them. The failure mileage was unknown.

Starter assembly · Aug 2021

Engine & cooling

I am having problems with my car starting... even after replacing the starter 3 times. I am having the exact issue referenced in TSB No.16-002. I can hear the grinding noise but due to the incorrect positioning of the torque converter ring gear, the starter isn't spinning the engine at startup even after replacing the starter. I can't afford to keep replacing the starter and have my car not start everyday. Is Honda able to help with this issue?

Jan 2025

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Honda Crosstour. The contact stated that the engine push start feature failed. When the contact pushed the start button, a loud grinding noise was heard and all the instrument panel indicators illuminated. The contact called auburn Honda (located at 1801 grass valley hwy, auburn, ca 95603, [phone]) and was informed that the starter could be the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer and was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was out of warranty and there were no recalls. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

70,000 miles · Nov 2018

Transmission & drivetrain

The contact owned a 2014 Honda Crosstour. The contacat stated that after making a right turn and slowing down to about 15 mph when the contact noticed the vehicle began accelerating more than intended. The contact removed their foot from the accelerator pedal to the brake pedal however the vehicle failed to stop. The vehicle ended up crashing into a building nearby. The air bags did deploy. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed and deemed totaled. The driver received injuries to their noise, chest and back. The passenger received a knee injury and other body contusions. Medical attention was needed. The dealer was not made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware and opened a case regarding the matter. The approximate failure mileage was 42,500.

Automatic transmission · 43,000 miles · Aug 2021 · crash · 2 injuries

The contact owns a 2014 Honda Crosstour. The contact stated that on separate occasions after he depressed the brake pedal then push the start/ stop button to start the vehicle, he could hear grinding and spinning on start-up, but the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that after approximately six attempts, the vehicle may start. The contact stated that the failure may occur randomly. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the starter failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic where the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 181,000.

Automatic transmission › Torque converter · 181,000 miles · Jun 2023

2014 Honda Crosstour engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.4L 4-cyl5-speed automaticFWD22 / 30 / 25
3.5L 6-cyl6-speed automaticFWD20 / 29 / 23
3.5L 6-cyl6-speed automaticAWD19 / 27 / 22

EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 Honda Crosstour a good car?

Based on 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Crosstour rates average: 1.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the Crosstour at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2014 Honda Crosstour?

The electrical system — 10 complaints, 32% of all complaints for this model year, most often about starter assembly. Next are the engine & cooling (6) and transmission & drivetrain (5).

How many recalls does the 2014 Honda Crosstour have?

There are 3 recalls for the 2014 Honda Crosstour, the most recent from June 27, 2019 (inflator module). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Honda Crosstour?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2010 and 2015. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2013. See the full Honda Crosstour years comparison.

At what mileage do 2014 Honda Crosstour problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 52,000 miles; 48% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

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.