2015 Honda Crosstour problems
The Honda Crosstour (initially branded the Accord Crosstour) is a mid-size crossover SUV with a sloping rear roofline manufactured by Japanese automaker Honda. It is based on the North American eighth-generation Accord. Sales began in November 2009 for the 2010 model year, and the vehicle was discontinued after the 2015 model year due to slow sales.
Design
The Crosstour was marketed as a "hatchback"/"wagon" variation of the Accord and shared the same platform. The Crosstour was powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine (choice of either front-wheel or all-wheel drive) or 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine (front-wheel drive only), with prices that started at $29,670, above those of the Accord sedan (which started at under $23,000). For the 2012 model year, Honda removed the "Accord" prefix, making the name just "Crosstour", and gave its front grille a restyle. A four-cylinder engine for front-wheel drive models was released in late 2011 and put on sale in early 2012.
The Crosstour was a direct competitor to the Toyota Venza, a crossover wagon based upon the Accord's perennial competitor, the Camry. And like the Venza, which was meant to replace the Camry wagon, the Crosstour was considered a successor to the Accord wagon.
In terms of positioning, the Crosstour slotted between the compact CR-V and fullsize Pilot in Honda's crossover SUV lineup, Compared to the Pilot, the Crosstour was longer but had two rows of seating compared to the Pilot's three and had approximately 50 cubic feet less interior space.
The Crosstour was sold in the United States, Canada, Mexico, China, Middle East, Southeast Asia and Russia. Guangqi Honda built and marketed the Crosstour in China.
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Common 2015 Honda Crosstour problems
The Honda Crosstour 2015, like any other vehicle, has its share of common problems reported by owners. Here are some of the issues that have been noted:
- Brake wear and brake noise: Some owners of the 2015 Honda Crosstour have reported premature brake wear and brake noise, which may require earlier than normal replacement. This can be a safety concern, as proper brake function is crucial for the vehicle's safe operation.
- Transmission issues: Transmission problems, particularly with automatic transmissions, have been reported by some owners. These issues can manifest as shifting delays or harsh shifting, which can affect the vehicle's drivability and overall performance.
- Starter failure: A few owners have reported starter failure, which can cause the starter to grind or fail to start the engine altogether. This can be an inconvenience, especially if it occurs unexpectedly and leaves the driver stranded.
- Recalled airbags: The 2015 Honda Crosstour has been subject to recalls related to airbag issues. While not necessarily a common problem, it is essential to address any recalls promptly to ensure the vehicle's safety and reliability.
It is worth noting that despite these issues, the Honda Crosstour has generally been considered a reliable vehicle, especially in models from 2016 onwards. Regular maintenance and addressing concerns as they arise can help ensure the Crosstour remains a dependable and satisfying choice for many drivers.
What is the major problem of Honda Crosstour?
Some common issues reported by owners, according to Car Complaints, include: Problems with the VCM (Variable Cylinder Management) system lead to excessive oil consumption and potential engine damage.
Why did the Honda Crosstour fail?
The Crosstour was a slow seller, with previous year models still unsold well into the next model year. It wasn't space-efficient or fuel-efficient. Its styling was controversial at best. It had the bulk of an SUV without the cargo capacity.
Is a Honda Crosstour a good car?
The Honda Crosstour has a reliability rating of 4.0 out of 5.0. It was the 14th-best midsize vehicle out of 24 total. The ranking was based on the cost of a vehicle's maintenance and repairs, the average unexpected visit to the repair center, and the rate of severe problem repairs on each visit annually.
Is Honda Crosstour expensive to maintain?
The average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Honda Crosstour is $520, compared to an average of $526 for midsize cars and $652 for all vehicle models.
2015 Honda Crosstour car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Honda Crosstour problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Structure problems
- Engine problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2015 Honda Crosstour vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2015 Honda Crosstour complaints
The NHTSA has received 22 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2015 Honda Crosstour.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-26
- VIN: 5J6TF2H59FL
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I was coming to a stop at a curb and was braking to reduce speed and stop. With my foot in the brake the car began accelerating and lunged forward. I quickly pulled my foot off the brake and pressed the brake again and this time it stopped. This is the second time this has happened in this car. This behavior is extremely unsafe and makes me reluctant to drive the car again. Had someone or something been in my direct path I would have certainly hit it. I have not been able to reproduce the issue and it has not been inspected by a mechanic at this point. There were no warning lights, sensors, or sounds.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-22
- VIN: 5J6TF2H54FL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Honda Crosstour. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to Technical Service Bulletin: 16-002. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-01
- VIN: 5J6TF2H53FL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Honda Crosstour. The contact stated that upon attempting to start the vehicle, the failed to respond as intended. The contact stated that after several attempts, the vehicle was started. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the starter was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-10
- VIN: 5J6TF2H57FL
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The paint started peeling off of my car slowly in small sections down both sides of my hatchback rear window over 2 years ago I took it into my local Honda dealership last year and was told there was no recall even though I find evidence to the contrary online. Many other white pearl colored Honda owners are having the same issue. I was told there may be a factory warranty extension, but when I called to inquire, I was told my car was not part of that extension. Subsequently two years later, the paint is now peeled, completely off the entire surround of the back glass along with a 6 x 7“ patch Across the bottom of hatch door on right hand side of release handle. Also with a bubbling up of double that size, seemingly ready to start peeling.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-21
- VIN: 5J6TF2H51FL
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I have a 2015 Honda Accord Crosstour, that was purchased in June 2022and since November 2022 , every few attempts, the car fails to start and, at times, grinds. This is a known problem under Honda Service Bulletin 16-002. I expect for the problem to be fixed and it has not. The starter was replaced, and it is still doing it. There is a second part to attempt to fix the problem, but Honda will not do it. Unfortunately, Honda has not been forced to address this problem and make customers whole fully. I have been stranded several times with two young children waiting for the car to start. Sometimes it starts, and sometimes it doesn't. As an owner of 3 Hondas, I will never buy another Honda again. I feel duped and defrauded.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-09
- VIN: 5J6TF2H59FL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Honda Crosstour. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound while starting the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the starter was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that recently the vehicle failed to start as needed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer but was not yet repaired or diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-22
- VIN: 5J6TF2H53FL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Vehicle starter grinds and does not start. happens on several occasions !
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-11-18
- VIN: 5j6tf3h57fl
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Honda Crosstour. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, he heard a grinding sound coming from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the starter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 74,210.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-27
- VIN: 5J6TF1H50FL
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Recently, twice while parked at a standstill my car has displayed the 'FCW System Failed' message. It seems as if it has disabled the FCW, LDW and ABS system. It clears sometimes when the car is turned off and then back on. But the initial cause of the issue is currently eluding the auto shop as its hard to reproduce.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-13
- VIN: 5J6TF2H50FL
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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 SINCE I PURCAHSED IT FROM GREAT FALLS HONDA IN MT.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-04-24
- VIN: 5J6TF3H51FL
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: APRIL 24TH I NOTICED THE PAINT BUBBLING UP ON THE ROOF OF THE CAR. CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP ABOUT THE PROBLEMS AND THEY AGREED TO PAINT THE AFFECTED AREA UNDER A " IN GOOD FAITH " WHERE THEY PAID 70% AND WE PAID 30%. A MONTH OR SO AFTER THE CAR WAS RETURNED I FOUND A WHOLE SHEET OF PAINT COMING OFF THE HATCHBACK. AGAIN THEY AGREED TO A IN GOOD FAITH REPAIR. I JUST WAS NOTIFIED THAT THE ISSUES WERE EXTENDED TO OTHER AREAS. AT THIS TIME THE BILL IS $1700 THIS TIME AND $600 FOR THE PREVIOUS TIME. THE WHOLE CAR IS STILL NOT GOING TO BE COMPLETELY PAINTED. THIS IS THE SAME PAINT WAS ON OTHER HONDA MODELS WHICH WERE GIVEN A EXTENDED PAINT WARRANTY. IT IS A WHITE PEARL. MY FEELING IS THAT THIS WAS THE LAST YEAR THAT THIS MODEL WAS PRODUCED AND THAT IS WHY THE EXTENDED WARRANTY WAS NOT GIVEN TO OUR VEHICLE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-01
- VIN: 5J6TF2H52FL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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 REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 40,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-23
- VIN: 5J6TF2H57FL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA CROSSTOUR. WHEN THE START BUTTON WAS PRESSED TO START THE IGNITION, IT FAILED TO FUNCTION AND MADE AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED LUTHER BROOKDALE HONDA (LOCATED AT 6800 BROOKLYN BLVD, BROOKLYN CENTER, MN 55429, (612) 424-7830) AND SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 91,000.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-07
- VIN: 5J6TF2H53FL
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA CROSSTOUR. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH AND CLOSING THE SUN ROOF, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING AND HEADLIGHTS BEGAN TO DIM. WHILE PULLING UP AT HOME, THE DRIVER NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS DECELERATING, AND THE VEHICLE STALLED AND FAILED TO RESTART. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING TURNED OFF AND ON. THE FOLLOWING DAY, THE VEHICLE WAS JUMPSTARTED AND DRIVEN TO HERITAGE HONDA PARKVILLE (9213 HARFORD RD, BALTIMORE, MD 21234, (877) 366-2776), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS IN THE PAST, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START WHEN PRESSING THE START BUTTON, THERE WAS A WHINING/GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE, AND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE SAME DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THE FAILURES COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 35,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-08
- VIN: 5J6TF2H50FL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: VEHICLE DID NOT START X2, WITH TYPICAL STARTER-RELATED GRINDING NOISE. HONDA HAS A STARTER PROBLEM IN A MODEL YEAR WITH A DOCUMENTED SERVICE CAMPAIGN FOR STARTER PROBLEMS. APPARENTLY MY VIN IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE CAMPAIGN. SERVICE BULLETIN TSB 16-002
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-20
- VIN: J6TF1H32FL0
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: LIGHTS COME ON IN INTERIOR OF CAR AND WANT GO OUT.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-30
- VIN: J6TF1H32FL0
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I RECEIVED A LETTER INFORMING MANUFACTURER THAT MY AIRBAG MAY MALFUNCTION.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-12-21
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: BEFORE 37000 MILES THE AUDIO SYSTEM WILL BLINK OUT GOES THROUGH THE RESTART PROCESS AT THE BEGINNING AND SOMETIMES DURING A CALL. THE SCREEN IS NON FUNCTIONAL FOR AT LEAST A MINUTE NO RIGHT TURN CAMERA VIEW AVAILABLE, AND PHONE CALL INTERRUPTED, INITIALLY CAUSED PANIC AND A DISTRACTION, PROBLEM HAS PROGRESSED AND THE AUDIO POWER OFF NOTICE APPEARS. THIS HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING ON ANY ROAD ANYWHERE.2ND ISSUE, THE TPMS LIGHT CAME ON WITH NO NOTICEABLE TIRE ISSUE WHEN CHECKED. THE LIGHT COMES ON RANDOMLY, THE DEALER ADVISED NO KNOWN FIX.THIS HAPPENS ON ANY ROAD ANYWHERE. 3RD ISSUE THE BLUETOOTH SYSTEM DISAPPEARS AND ONLY RADIO OPTION APPEARS, ALL DEVISES MUST BE DELETED AND ADDED BACK THE BLUETOOTH, THIS HAPPENS RANDOMLY AS WELL. THE PROBLEM IS DETECTED AFTER THE CAR IS PARKED OVERNIGHT AND START UP THE NEXT DAY.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-02
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I PURCHASED MY 2015 HONDA CROSS TOUR (NEW) AS HOLD OVER. MY CAR HAS 40,000 MILES ON IT, I HAVE SERVICED MY VEHICLE FAITHFULLY. I BROUGHT MY VEHICLE IN FOR OIL CHANGE AND TIRE ROTATION AND WAS TOLD MY TIRES ARE COMPLETELY WORN DOWN. THIS IS MY SECOND SET OF TIRES. THE FIRST SET WAS COMPLETELY WORN DOWN BY 20,000, I WAS THEN TOLD IT WAS BECAUSE THEY WERE FACTORY TIRES. I PURCHASED VERY GOOD TIRES AND WAS TOLD AGAIN THEY ARE COMPLETELY WORN DOWN. THIS IS WRONG.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-04
- VIN: 5J6TF1H55FL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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, THE CONTACT PURCHASED A NEW BATTERY AND REPLACED THE OLD BATTERY; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. PRIOR TO THE VEHICLE STALLING A SECOND TIME, THE STARTER ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. FLOWERS HONDA (1610 E JACKSON ST, THOMASVILLE, GA 31792, (229) 225-1144) WAS CONTACTED AND AN APPOINTMENT WAS SCHEDULED FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 61,139.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-18
- VIN: 5J6TF1H3XFL
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA CROSSTOUR. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, IT FAILED TO START AND MADE A GRINDING NOISE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED DAILY, BUT INTERMITTENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO COGGIN HONDA JACKSONVILLE (11003 ATLANTIC BLVD, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32225 (904) 302-8217), BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THEY COULD NOT REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT FOUND TSB NUMBER: 16-002 ON THE CARS.COM WEBSITE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 129.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-11-17
- VIN: 5J6TF2H50FL
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: 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 THROTTLE AGAIN IN ORDER FOR THE ENGINE TO RESPOND TO MY COMMAND AND PROVIDE POWER. THIS SOLUTION DOES NOT ALWAYS RECTIFY THE PROBLEM TO WHERE SOMETIMES I JUST WAIT FOR THE CAR TO PICK UP ON MY COMMAND TO INCREASE SPEED. THIS OCCURS MULTIPLE TIMES A DAY SINCE I PURCHASED THE CAR NEW IN NOVEMBER OF 2015. THIS FAULT INTRODUCE A SAFETY CONDITION WHILE DRIVING. ONE EXAMPLE: 1) AT STOP LIGHTS WHEN GIVEN THE GREEN LIGHT, THE CAR RESPONDS NORMAL AND PRODUCES POWER, BUT SECONDS LATER THE VEHICLE POWER IS NON-EXIST (AS DESCRIBED ABOVE) AND THE DRIVERS BEHIND ME ALMOST HIT THE REAR OF MY VEHICLE SINCE THEY WOULD NOT EXPECT MY VEHICLE TO HAVE SUCH ABRUPT LOSS IN SPEED. ALSO, KEEP IN MIND THAT I HAVE NO INTENTION OF USING MY BRAKES SINCE THERE IS NO NEED FOR ME TO APPLY MY BRAKES SO THE TAILING DRIVERS WOULD NOT GET THE IDEA TO SLOW DOWN AS THEY DO NOT SEE MY BRAKE LIGHTS
2015 Honda Crosstour recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2015 Honda Crosstour.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: 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 Pilot vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- 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. Honda's numbers for this recall are F5F and Q5E.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: 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, California, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Honda is also recalling certain 2011-2013 Acura TSX, TSX Wagon and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Insight, Fit and Pilot vehicles, 2011-2012 Honda Accord and 2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Lastly, Honda is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura TSX and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Fit, Insight and Pilot, 2011-2013 TSX Wagon, 2010-2012 Honda Accord and 2010-2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- 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. Honda's numbers for this recall are M2J and S2K.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
- Summary: American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2015 Crosstour 4 Cylinder vehicles manufactured October 1, 2014, to November 4, 2014, Crosstour V6 2WD vehicles manufactured September 30, 2014, to November 13, 2014, and Crosstour V6 4WD vehicles manufactured September 30, 2014, to November 18, 2014. The inflator tube for the side curtain air bag may have been incorrectly manufactured.
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: 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.
Negative 2015 Honda Crosstour car reviews
Positive 2015 Honda Crosstour car reviews
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Firstly, I never expected to have a Crosstour in my garage. Our family has had great experiences with Honda/Acura, as our other two cars are a 2007 Honda Accord Sedan V6 6MT and a 2014 Acura ILX 2.4 6MT. As a family in our late 20s with no kids yet, we wanted a hatchback for strollers and other items as they start coming. I am not a fan of the current trend of small I4s (DI Turbo or N/A) and/or CVTs powering family crossovers. We have always loved the performance and delivery of the V6, which is why we were set on having one in our family hauler. I do all the maintenance myself and don't really want to jump on the Direct Injected and/or turbo 4 train just yet. We were initially set on a used 16-18 Acura RDX in either the Tech or Advance guise. We had the money, could easily afford it, and were ready to make the purchase. However, after looking around at other makes and models, I was tempted by the excellent CX-5 (underpowered but gorgeous) but then I remembered the Crosstour. Personally, I wasn't a fan of the Accord Crosstour (10-12) but the refreshed interior/exterior really did wonders in my eyes. It had the same Engine (J35) as the RDX and even the same output (HP/lb-ft) but was happy running on regular fuel (huge plus), it had a 6 speed rather than the slushy 5 speed. The 5 speed steered us away from the TSX wagon. It had some neat features like the removable storage trunk area and safety features that we didn't even know it had. At that point, we were like, 'are we seriously considering the Crosstour?' I was aware of the sour car magazine reviews (C/D, MotorTrend and Consumer Reports) based mainly on its subjective looks and its lackluster storage capacity on paper. However, when I read the reviews of those who owned them, they were extremely pleased with their ownership.I test drove a few cars before, but when we test drove a 16 RDX Advance, the interior reminded me of our ILX, which isn't necessarily a bad thing, but the leather is quite thin. My wife wasn't a fan of the top-heavy feel and preferred the sedans we have. We were a bit picky and didn't like that the ventilated seats didn't seem to do much and that the tech didn't come with fog lights. Additionally, we noticed that the 13-15' RDX didn't have rear vents, and the navigation system on the RDX and Crosstour were nearly identical. We realized that we could get many of the same features in the Crosstour (minus the vented seats and adaptive cruise, which we wouldn't use anyway) for 5k-10k less than the RDX. After comparing the specs between the RDX and Crosstour, we found a used one owner '15 Crosstour EX-L V6 2WD and Navigation in the unique Kona Coffee Metallic. We test drove it, loved it, and left with it. This car is smooth, quiet, planted, and willing. The paddle shifters were something I specifically wanted, and this car hauls and makes all the right sounds when driven aggressively. The Dual Wishbone suspension does take up a bit of space and weight, but after driving the car, it is absolutely worth the penalty. We drive the Crosstour like our sportier sedans, and it's such a pleasure. It has more than enough space for us, and we use it as a buffer car until maybe a third kid pushes us toward larger SUVs. It shares all key components with the RDX and CR-V, so parts will always be plentiful.I really like the 18' wheels on this model, and the thicker rubber adds to the comfortable ride. We are genuinely pleased with this choice. On our longer cruise home, we averaged 31 mpgs, which showed what an excellent comfortable highway cruiser it is. If you're in the market for an off-lease deal, this should be a candidate. Admittedly, its looks aren't for everyone, but its utility and performance surpass many of the current comparable offerings. Surprisingly, we had quite a bit of competition finding this particular setup, with the low mile EX-L V6 2WD Navi's selling quickly. The test drive tells all, and it looks even better in person. I do recommend some items (I'm not affiliated with these products). I installed a S-VCM ($100), which basically gives you all 6 cyl all the time. The VCM system is obnoxious, and the longevity can be negatively affected. I also installed the Kensun 4300k HID (35W) ($60) in the projector housings, which match the performance and color of our '14 ILX's HIDs, and LED interior lights ($15). This is a solid package for the 0-2 kids demographic, and we have no complaints so far. And yes, you can open the rear hatch in your garage without hitting anything. :)
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I had a Crosstour that I drove for over 100,000 miles. During the warranty period, I had a few issues with the interior carpet being cut too small at the factory, and the starter and differential needing to be replaced. I then traded it for a 2015 Crosstour, which was the last year Honda made this model. I did all the recommended services, including transmission fluid changes. However, I experienced some vibration issues after the last service, and was told by the service writer that I might need a new transmission. Despite having an extended warranty, I was disappointed to learn that this issue was on a dealer 'service bulletin'. The fix was to change the fluid a few times, but unfortunately, the problem persisted. I later found out that this was a common issue with many Crosstours. Since my first review, I had a few more issues with the radiator and head gasket, which were costly to repair. Despite these challenges, I still had 31 payments left on my car.
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I really love my Crosstour! It's such a great car and I enjoy everything about it. It's a shame that Honda doesn't produce it anymore. I'm trying to like the New Accord, but it doesn't have all the features that my Crosstour has, and the monitor looks a bit like an etch a sketch, which is not my favorite. 🤷♀️
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The car was a pleasure to drive, with a lot of pep. The only issue was difficulty seeing out the back.
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I really appreciate it! It's everything I always wanted.
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Isom Little 2024-08-25
The ride and feel of the car is amazing. It's a quiet ride and the sound system is good. The AWD is great and with good tires, it's a tank in the snow. Although I had some issues with the backup camera and starter, the dealer was able to replace them. Unfortunately, the engine blew at 79,500 miles, and despite being under a mileage warranty, Honda was unable to help me due to being 9 days out of the extended warranty. It was a frustrating experience, but I still appreciate the positive aspects of the car. Thank you for your understanding.
Torey Fisher 2024-06-02
NEW UP DATE: Hi there! As an owner of this vehicle for a couple of years now, I wanted to share my experience with you. While I still appreciate the features of this utility sedan, I have noticed that the cost of ownership is higher than what I expected from a Honda vehicle. The brake pads need to be replaced about twice a year, and the axel has worn out twice already, which is something I have never experienced with any other car I've owned. The starter and push button ignition have also failed twice, and the Bluetooth freezes often, making it difficult to make calls or change music. However, I do want to note that I am an active family man who enjoys road trips and cycling, and this car has been a great fit for my lifestyle. I think this is a car that many people may have overlooked, but once it's out of production, people will look back and appreciate it for what it is. Fortunately, it is not a high demand vehicle, so I was able to get a great deal to move the inventory from the dealer. I hope this helps you make an informed decision about your next car purchase. Thanks for reading!I really like the idea of having a wagon or hatchback to load our gear and go. This vehicle drives well and I don't feel like I'm missing out on anything that we like to do. The best part is that it has better gas mileage and a more comfortable ride. There's plenty of room in the front as well as for the back seat passengers. However, the roof line may be a bit low for tall people in the back. The cargo space is perfect for what we do and the hidden compartments are a nice touch. I opted for the roof rack for bikes, which can be a bit noisy with the roof open, but when you close the sliding roof liner, the interior is very quiet, especially compared to the Pilot or the Tacoma I drove. The only two things that I don't care for are the audio sound, as the speakers are weak and don't have great sound quality, and the fact that it's nearly impossible to get a 2