CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Honda CR-Z has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (16 reports).
2011 Honda CR-Z recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can degrade over time after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature changes.
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture in a Crash
The driver's frontal airbag in these vehicles can be affected by moisture getting into the inflator over time.
Most common 2011 Honda CR-Z problems
Problem areas named in the 38 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 16 |
| Structure | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Steering | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
I STARTED HEARING A KNOCKING NOISE AT THE REAR OF MY CAR. I TOOK IT TO A REPAIR SHOP AND THEY SAID THAT THE TIE ROD OR END AND THE SUSPENSION SHOCK OR STRUT NEED TO BE REPLACE. CAN YOU CHECK THIS OUT FOR ME SO I WILL BE SAFE DRIVING IT. THANK YOU
The contact owns a 2011 Honda CR-Z. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the trunk was opened and the windshield unexpectedly shattered. There was no impact to the windshield to cause the failure. The vehicle was not taken to be inspected or repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 155,000.
The contact owns a 2011 Honda CR-Z. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who repaired the front axle. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V256000 (Power Train) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000. The VIN was not available.
Air bag light and speed gage are unreliable.
On February 15 I took a short drive into Woodstock, Vt. My trip into Woodstock was without incident, except for the fact that I got a "check tire pressure" alert, probably due to the very cold weather. When I finished my business and restarted the car, there was an additional alert: "check power steering". The car previously had no issues with steering. I drove the car to another nearby parking spot. There was no power assist at all. I wrestled the car into the parking space and called AAA for a tow. The tow truck driver arrived in about an hour. He asked for the keys and started the car. The problem had disappeared. With a friend tailing me I drove to a nearby auto repair shop, a
2011 Honda CR-Z questions
Does the 2011 Honda CR-Z have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2011 Honda CR-Z: Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture in a Crash; Power Train. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Honda CR-Z?
Based on 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (16), Structure (5), Unknown Or Other (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Honda CR-Z has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.