Honda Crosstour Problems by Year
NHTSA has 162 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file for the Honda Crosstour, across 6 model years (2010–2015). The 2013 model year has the most complaints (49). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Honda Crosstour years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Crosstour model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2013 Crosstour: 49 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2012 Crosstour: 32 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2014 Crosstour: 31 complaints, 3 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2011 Crosstour: 2 complaints, 1 recall
- 2010 Crosstour: 22 complaints, 1 recall
- 2015 Crosstour: 26 complaints, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Honda Crosstour problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 32 | 4 | 0 |
| Power Train | 30 | 6 | 1 |
| Steering | 29 | 5 | 1 |
| Engine | 20 | 5 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 5 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Honda Crosstour model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Crosstour | 26 | 3 | — | Electrical System | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2014 Crosstour | 31 | 3 | — | Electrical System | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2013 Crosstour | 49 | 3 | — | Steering | More complaints than other years |
| 2012 Crosstour | 32 | 4 | — | Power Train | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2011 Crosstour | 2 | 1 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2010 Crosstour | 22 | 1 | — | Power Train | Fewer complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda Crosstour years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2013 (49), 2012 (32), 2014 (31). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Honda Crosstour?
Electrical System, with 32 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Honda Crosstour have?
5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.