Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2010 CR-V.
The 2010 Honda CR-V stands as a compact SUV built on Honda’s global light-truck platform, pairing a 4.4-quart 5W-20 engine with a smooth-shifting five-speed automatic to deliver EPA-estimated fuel economy of 21 city, 28 highway, and 24 combined mpg. With 15 recalls addressing various systems and a total of 480 owner complaints—nearly a third of which center on airbag issues—this model year occupies a mid-pack position in the CR-V’s long complaint history, neither the most troubled nor the most pristine. Its reliability record, while not flawless, reflects the typical durability of a well-engineered crossover of its era, offering researchers a snapshot of Honda’s approach to balancing utility and refinement before later generations refined the formula further.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 51R · 410 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 5-spd |
| Overall length | 178 in |
| Overall width | 71.7 in |
| Overall height | 66.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in |
| Curb weight | 3536 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 61.4 / 61.4 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 57/43 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 21 / 28 / 24 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the CR-V of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | EX-L 2.4L I-4 | 8.70 sec | 16.70 sec | 180 hp | AWD |
| 2010 | EX-L 2.4L I-4 | 9.20 sec | 16.90 sec | 180 hp | AWD |
| 2009 | EX 2.2 i-CDTi Diesel (Euro-Spec) 2.2L Turbo Diesel I-4 | 9.40 sec | 17.00 sec | 138 hp | AWD |
| 2008 | EX 2.4L I-4 | 9.10 sec | 17.10 sec | 166 hp | AWD |
| 2008 | EX 2.4L I-4 | 9.20 sec | 17.00 sec | 166 hp | FWD |
| 2008 | EX-L 2.4L I-4 | 9.30 sec | 17.20 sec | 166 hp | AWD |
| 2008 | EX-L w/Nav 2.4L I-4 | 9.50 sec | 17.20 sec | 166 hp | AWD |
| 2007 | EX-L 2.4L I-4 | 9.90 sec | 17.50 sec | 166 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 4.4 qt of 5W-20 API engine oil, USE HONDA PART NO. 08200-9007 OR EQUIVALENT in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 33.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 2.8 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 2.7 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 2.6-2.7 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Differential Gear Oil | USE HONDA PART NO. 08200-9007 OR EQUIVALENT |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 17 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 23 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 33.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | 36.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 242 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 181 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 650 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load) | 700 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (Secondary Under Load) | 50 rpm |
| Ignition Timing | 8, Not adjutstable degrees |
| Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance | 2 degrees |
| Ignition Timing Reference RPM | Idle rpm |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | .97-1.08 lbs |
| Oil Type | PAG 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 2.66-3.00 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 51R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 410 cca |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 48.0 |
| Engine Compression | 135 Minimum PSI. 28 Maximum variation PSI |
| Engine Oil Pressure | 10 psi @ idle, 44 psi @ 3000 rpm psi |
| Intake Valve Lash | 0.008-0.010 in |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | 0.010-0.011 in |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 37 ft-lbs / 17 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 101 ft-lbs / 80 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.063; Rear: 0.063 in |
| Minimum Shoe Thickness | 0.039 in |
| Rotor Max Parallel Variation | 0.0006 in |
| Rotor Runout Limit | 0.0016 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 1.094 in / 0.35 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 1.106 in / 0.358 in |
| 1 | 36 ft. lbs., step 2: 90 | 36 ft. lbs |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2010 Honda CR-V sits in the middle of the fourth generation (2007–2011), a period that registered some of the highest complaint volumes and recall counts in the model's federal record — 2007 and 2008 logged 884 and 959 complaints respectively, and 2010's 480 complaints with 15 recalls keeps that generation elevated rather than tapering off. Notably, the 15 recalls tied with 2002 for the single-year high in the entire dataset, indicating 2010 was a particularly active year for factory-campaign activity, even though no formal investigations were opened. Airbags dominate the complaint breakdown at 200 of 480 filings — far ahead of engine (33), structure (31), and other categories — and 31 crash-related complaints reinforce that the Takata-era inflator issues clearly weigh on this model year's record, though the data does not specify root cause for individual cases. Compared with the immediately preceding 2009 (386 complaints, 12 recalls) and the following 2011 (551 complaints, 13 recalls), the 2010 sits at a local peak rather than a trough, meaning buyers inherit the full weight of the generation's airbag and recall exposure. The concrete takeaway: the 2010 is a defensible used buy only if a pre-purchase inspection confirms all 15 recalls have been completed — particularly the airbag campaign — because skipping that step leaves the owner carrying the largest recall burden of any CR-V year on file.
All 480 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 15 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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… 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…
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… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2019. Honda owners may…
Showing 5 of 104 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A18-066 | 2026-06-30 | Air Bags | Service Bulletin - Warranty Extension: Customer Support Program For Front Passenger's… |
| A18-048 | 2026-02-28 | Air Bags | Service Bulletin - Warranty Extension: Customer Support Program For Driver's Airbag… |
| A21120B | 2023-06-13 | Electrical System | Service News - The navigation clock and date are incorrect. This is due to a limited GPS… |
| A21120B | 2022-01-29 | Electrical System | ServiceNews Article - The clock shows the incorrect time. This issue is due to a limited… |
| APaS03102021910 | 2021-03-10 | Structure | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for any and all… |
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4.4 qt of 5W-20 API, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 15 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 21 city / 28 highway / 24 combined mpg.