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2015 Honda Crosstour problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 26 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

The 2015 Honda Crosstour has 26 NHTSA owner complaints and 1 recall on file (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). The most-reported system is electrical at 11 complaints, typically surfacing around 78,558 miles (~$850 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

Honda Crosstour owner complaints by model year
Model yearOwner complaintsRecalls
2012 Crosstour 32 0
2013 Crosstour 48 0
2014 Crosstour 31 0
2015 Crosstour (this page) 26 1
2015 Honda Crosstour
Photo: MercurySable99 / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · representative photo of the Honda Crosstour
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Reliability score
8.2 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2015 Crosstour?
Generally reliable

Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

Buying a used 2015 Honda Crosstour? Check these first

Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.

What to inspect on this specific car

Recalls to confirm are done

Run the VIN from the listing — 1 active recall on this model. Recall repairs are always free.

Verdict for buyers: 8.2/10 model. The priciest documented failure is powertrain (~$2,500) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.

We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.

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Top trouble spots 3 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
11 reports · fails ~78,558 mi · avg $850
moderate
body
3 reports · fails ~39,000 mi · avg $1,500
moderate
powertrain
3 reports · fails ~38,500 mi · avg $2,500
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2015 Crosstour · powertrain
I have a push to start and the vehicle constantly has issues when attempting to start it. Typical a starter-related grinding noise. It is not user error because when I get is serviced at Honda they would frequently queation why the issue was happening. Its an ongoing issues…
12/06/2020 · at 42,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11378114.0 · see powertrain pattern →
2015 Crosstour · cruise control
When pressing the throttle during low speeds, the car hesitates with no change to RPM and no response from the engine to produce power to increase vehicle speed. In order to overcome the hesitation, I have to fully disengage my right foot from the throttle and press the…
11/17/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10794420.0
2015 Crosstour · electrical
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Honda crosstour. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start without warning. The vehicle was towed to sheehy Honda (located at 7434 richmond hwy, alexandria, va 22306, (703) 660-0100) where it was diagnosed that the starter needed to be…
10/11/2019 · at 40,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11268011.0 · see electrical pattern →
2015 Crosstour · electrical
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Honda crosstour. While driving approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. Additionally, the contact heard an abnormal whining sound under the hood while attempting to start the vehicle. Assuming that the battery was probably defective,…
10/04/2017 · at 61,139 mi · NHTSA ODI #11031670.0 · see electrical pattern →
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 14V788000 December 15, 2014

American Honda Motor Co

If the side curtain air bag does not properly inflate, it can affect the performance of the air bag in the event of a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and/or right side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall begn January 30, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-310-783-2000. Honda's number for this recall is JN0, JN1, and JN3.

Common questions

Is the 2015 Honda Crosstour reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 Honda Crosstour is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2015 Honda Crosstour?

On the NHTSA data, the 2015 Honda Crosstour does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.2/10 — above the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What should I check before buying a used 2015 Honda Crosstour?

Inspect the electrical first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 11 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 78,558 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.

Is the 2015 Honda Crosstour a good used car to buy?

It scores 8.2 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 26 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is electrical. Typical failure occurs around 78,558 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2015 Honda Crosstour?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 11 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 78,558 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 78,558 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Honda Crosstour has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2015 Honda Crosstour?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 26 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2015/Honda/Crosstour. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Honda. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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