2015 Honda Crosstour Reliability Report

NHTSA data as of Oct 15, 2026Published Oct 23, 2026

Good

Ranks 4th of 6 Crosstour years we score.

Owner complaints: 26; 2 are recall notices
Per 10,000 cars: 25.1; 9,562 made for the U.S.
Vs the average car: 0.96×; same age, 1× is average
Serious outcomes: 14; crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
Recalls: 3
NHTSA crash rating: Not rated; no overall rating

← 2014 Crosstour

Should You Buy the 2015 Honda Crosstour?

Yes, with the usual checks. Our reliability score for the 2015 Honda Crosstour is 72 out of 100, which rates Good. Owners reported about as many problems as for the average car of the same age. It ranks 4th of the 6 Crosstour years we score.

The most reported problem is the starter, mostly the car not starting (8 of 26 complaints). Owners also complain about cars not starting and paint and rust. 14 of the 26 complaints describe a serious outcome, such as a crash, a fire, an injury or stalling while driving.

It has 3 recalls. For comparison, the 2014 scores 71.

Before you buy, check that the recalls were done and get an independent inspection. The full checklist is at the end of this page.

Pros

Good reliability score of 72
No do-not-drive or park-outside recalls

Cons

Starter: the car not starting8 complaints
Car not starting (cause not stated)5 complaints
Paint and rust: paint peeling3 complaints

How the 2015 Crosstour Earned Its Score

Every model year starts at 100. Each part takes points away when this year has more problems than the average car of the same age. How we score

Score breakdown
Item	Vs average	Points lost
Starting score		100
Serious problems14 complaints · average car: about 12	1.1×	−18
Everyday problems10 complaints · average car: about 18	0.59×	−5
Problems in the last two years1 complaint · average car: about 2.6	Not counted	–
Recalls3 recalls · average car: about 6.0	0.64×	−5
Score		72

The last two years are not counted for the 2015 Crosstour. Honda made 9,562 of them, and at this age an average car made in that number would get only about 4.3 complaints of any kind in two years. We need at least 5 to compare, so we leave this part out. Its 30% goes to serious and everyday problems instead, so they make up 80% of the score rather than 50%.

Each part shows two counts: this year's so far, and what an average car would have at the same age. For complaints, that average car was made in the same number as this one. “Vs average” compares the two counts, but in our scoring system we first add a little to both, so a few complaints cannot swing the result. That is why it is not simply one count divided by the other. The last two years count only complaints about five systems: the engine and fuel system, transmission, brakes, steering, and airbags and seat belts.

What Owners Report

We read all 26 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2015 Honda Crosstour, one by one, and grouped them by the problem they describe. The most reported problems come first. A complaint that describes more than one problem is counted under each, so the counts add up to more than 26.

Starter: the car not starting
8 complaints (31%)
The car not starting, hard starting and a failure that needed a new part. 4 of these 8 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a car that would not start. Median mileage when it started: about 54,000 miles.
Car not starting (cause not stated)
5 complaints (19%)
The car not starting. 4 of these 5 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a car that would not start. In 3 complaints, the problem came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 35,000 miles.
Paint and rust: paint peeling
3 complaints (12%)
Paint peeling and paint bubbling and peeling.
Stall (cause not stated)
2 complaints (8%)
Stalling. Both describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving.

Reported Once (13)

Show the 13 problems reported once

Airbags: deployment with no crash
Forward collision warning: stopped working
Ignition or push-button start: stopped working
Screen and audio: works on and off
Noise (cause not stated)
Interior lights: not shutting off
Phone and navigation: works on and off
Poor acceleration (cause not stated)
Steering: sticking or stiffness
Tire pressure monitoring: works on and off
Tires: early wear
Unintended acceleration (cause not stated)
Warning lights (cause not stated)

How the 2015 Honda Crosstour Compares With Other Years

Every Crosstour year is here: the Crosstour was made in one generation, 2010 to 2015.

Year	Rating	Score	Vs average	Per 10k cars	Recalls	Most reported problem
2015 This year	Good	72	0.96×	25.1	3	Starter: the car not starting
2014	Good	71	1.1×	31.6	3	Starter: the car not starting
2013	Good	70	1.1×	34.3	4	Steering: stopped working
2012	Excellent	81	0.40×	13.6	7	CV axles: vibration or shudder
2011	Excellent	84	0.28×	11.3	7	Engine oil consumption: burning or using oil
2010	Good	75	0.55×	22.5	9	Engine oil consumption: burning or using oil

See every Crosstour year

2015 Honda Crosstour Recalls

Three recalls cover the 2015 Honda Crosstour. The most recent was issued in June 2019: “Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode.” A VIN check at NHTSA shows which are still open on a given car.

Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode, June 2019
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 19V502000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Jun 27, 2019. By the fourth quarter of 2020, 36% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode, September 2018
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 18V661000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Sep 27, 2018. By the first quarter of 2020, 78% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Side Curtain Air Bag Improper Inflation
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.
NHTSA 14V788000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Dec 15, 2014. By the second quarter of 2016, 96% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.

2015 Honda Crosstour Warranty Extensions and Programs

Honda has two customer support programs for the 2015 Honda Crosstour, separate from its recalls. Both are for problems with the airbags. Whether one applies to a car depends on its VIN, which a Honda dealer can check.

Customer support programHonda 19-003 and 20-016
Front passenger's airbag inflator
2 programs with the same terms. Which one applies depends on the VIN.
The problem:
The front passenger's airbag inflator can be faulty, and the airbag warning light comes on.
The fix:
A Honda dealer replaces the front passenger's airbag inflator for free.
Who qualifies:
The airbag warning light must be on. A Honda dealer test must show the inflator is faulty. Only replacement inflators that fail later are covered. Open inflator recalls must be done first. Salvage or branded titles are not covered.
Coverage:
19-003: Covered until September 30, 2028.
20-016: Covered until January 31, 2030.
Bulletin 19-003 (PDF)Bulletin 20-016 (PDF)

NHTSA Crash Test Ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for this model year. See the 2015 Crosstour ratings on NHTSA.gov.

SUV AWD and SUV FWD

OverallNot rated

Frontal crashNot rated

Side crashNot rated

Rollover4/5

Check Before You Buy

A checklist for the 2015 Crosstour, from its three recalls and the problems owners report most.

Confirm the Recalls Were Done

Ask the seller for proof that each of these recalls was repaired.

Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode, June 2019 NHTSA 19V502000
Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode, September 2018 NHTSA 18V661000
Side Curtain Air Bag Improper Inflation NHTSA 14V788000

On the Test Drive

Ask about battery and starter replacements. A slow start after the car sits is a warning sign.
Check the paint and the underbody for rust or peeling clear coat.
Drive long enough to warm up fully, including at highway speed, and note any stalling or loss of power.

Ask the Seller

Ask whether any of these were ever repaired, and ask to see the receipts.

Starter
Cars not starting
Paint and rust
Also ask for the service records, especially oil changes.

Before You Pay

Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic you choose.
Decode the VIN to confirm the model year, engine and trim.
Check the title for salvage, flood or rebuilt branding.

What to do next

All Crosstour Years →Best years and years to avoid, side by side.Compare With Other Years →Put up to four model years side by side.Find Warranty Extensions →Repairs Honda may still cover for this year.Decode a VIN →Confirm the exact year, engine and trim of a car.