The contact owns a 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. The contact stated while driving 50-70 MPH, he heard abnormal sounds coming from the engine, and the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine cylinder number…
2010 honda Accord Crosstour engine problems
moderate 16 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
16
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
ENGINE CUT OUT AT HIGHWAY SPEED ON FREEWAY. WOULD ONLY RESTART AFTER COMING TO A STOP AND WAITING A FEW MINUTES THEN RETRYING. THIS HAS HAPPENED PREVIOUSLY AFTER WHICH DEALER CHANGED A SENSOR, THIS TIME DEALER SAID THIS WAS A KNOWN SOFTWARE PROBLEM. SURELY THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL LOOSING ALL POWER ON THE FREEWAY COULD BE DEADLY. *TR
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION OBSERVED WITH HONDA CROSSTOUR 2010. SINCE THE CAR WAS PURCHASED NEW, THE CAR CONSUMED 1 QUART OF 0W20 ENGINE OIL PER 2500 MILES. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE, SINCE NOT ALL DRIVERS PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO ENGINE OIL LEVEL. DRIVING WITH INSUFFICIENT ENGINE OIL LEVEL COULD CAUSE POTENTIAL ENGINE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE CONTACTED AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. AND LOG A CASE# TO AR…
THE VEHICLE WILL USE ABOUT A QUART OF OIL EVERY 1500 MILES. THE NUMBER 3 CYLINDER PLUG WILL BECOME FOULED AND CASE THE ENGINE TO RUN ROUGH AND ENGINE LIGHT FLASHES. THIS IS UNDER HONDA TSB 11-033
Have been advised the eco system is causing oil to leak out into the engine cause oil build-up and other issues.
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2010 honda Accord Crosstour?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 16 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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