2011 Honda Cr-z problems
The Honda CR-Z is a sport compact hybrid electric car manufactured by Honda and marketed as a "sport hybrid coupe." The CR-Z combines a hybrid gasoline-electric powertrain with traditional sports car elements, including a 2+2 seating arrangement (excluding North American models where the backseat is removed) and a standard 6-speed manual transmission. The CR-Z is regarded as the spiritual successor to the second-generation Honda CR-X in both name and exterior design.
In the U.S., the CR-Z is one of the least polluting hybrid vehicles available and is rated as an Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (AT-PZEV) as defined by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The CR-Z is the third gasoline-electric hybrid model offered by Honda (after the 2000–2006 Insight and 2003–2005 Civic Hybrid) that can be equipped with a manual transmission, and the only one in its class.
The CR-Z is the sixth unique version of Honda's Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) technology since the technology was first launched in the first generation Insight 3 door hatchback. Sales of the CR-Z began in Japan in February 2010. Sales in the U.S. began in August 2010, and production ended by the end of 2016.
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Common 2011 Honda Cr-z problems
The 2011 Honda CR-Z has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. These issues can be categorized into airbag system problems, body structure problems, and transmission problems.
- Body Structure Problems: The CR-Z has struggled with various body structure problems, including persistent door handle issues, rusting, actuator failures, and more.
- Transmission Problems: The biggest transmission issue facing the 2011 Honda CR-Z is a software glitch that causes cars to go in the wrong direction. This software issue has led to significant concerns about the reliability and safety of the transmission system.
These common problems with the 2011 Honda CR-Z have contributed to the overall perception that debut models, especially first production years, may have reliability woes and quirks that may not surface until consumers drive them in real-world conditions. As such, the 2011 Honda CR-Z is generally not recommended for potential buyers due to its high number of complaints and recalls.
How many miles does a 2011 Honda CR-Z last?
Hondas are known to last longer than most vehicles. There's no reason you can't push a CR-Z past 300,000 miles.
Why did Honda discontinue the CR-Z?
Discontinuation. On June 17, 2016, Honda announced that the CR-Z would be discontinued at the end of the year to make room for the Accord Hybrid and Clarity.
Can you drive a CR-Z without the battery?
But, the CR-Z can be driven without the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) battery. This is primarily because the IMA is designed to supplement the gasoline engine. Q: Does the CR-Z drive differently from other cars? A: The CR-Z drives, sounds and behaves like any other Honda gasoline vehicle.
How fast can a 2011 Honda CR-Z go?
As expected, our CVT test car's skidpad (0.86 g), top-speed (121 mph), and 70-to-0-mph braking (180 ft) numbers are all within spitting distance of the manual car's. And at 2698 pounds, this car weighed just 54 more than the manual car.
2011 Honda Cr-z car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Honda Cr-z problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Structure problems
- Power train problems
- Steering problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2011 Honda Cr-z vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2011 Honda Cr-z
The NHTSA has received 36 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2011 Honda Cr-z. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2011 Honda Cr-z vehicles.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-27
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 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 BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-02
- VIN: JHMZF1D49BS
- Components: AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: Air bag light and speed gage are unreliable.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-15
- VIN: JHMZF1D63BS
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: 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, asked them to investigate and told them I would pick the car up the next day. They called me the next day and informed me that they had connected the car to the computer analyzer and found no problem. They had also driven the car on the day I dropped it off and again the next day and were unable to reproduce the problem. I went online and discovered others have had similar issues: https://www.crzforum.com/threads/scary-power-steering-eps-issue.87738/ and https://www.carcomplaints.com/Honda/CR-Z/2011/steering/steering.shtml. I contacted my nearest Honda dealership as well as Honda USA. I received no substantive help from either party, although Honda USA did suggest I bring it to the dealer for repair, which I will attempt to do tomorrow. I don't know what the threshold is for generating a recall, but the possible consequences of this problem are so serious that I wanted to share my experience. My car has less than 30,000 miles.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-09
- VIN: jhmzf1c42bs
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: As I was pulling away from a stop sign, the right-hand CV shaft snapped in the middle. Fortunately, I had just enough speed to coast into a parking lot, so I was not a traffic obstacle. On closer inspection, the failure occurred underneath the rubber/metal dynamic damper clamped to the center of the CV shaft. It looks like the dynamic damper was not adequately sealed and trapped salt and water until enough corrosion happened, causing the failure of the CV shaft.
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-02
- VIN: JHMZF1D68BS
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 2011 CR-Z PASSENGER CARS WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS THE ENGINE STALL WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL IS NOT PRESSED, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT (ECU) SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE THE ELECTRIC MOTOR OF THE HYBRID SYSTEM TO MOVE THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION OF THE SELECTED GEAR. ADDITIONALLY THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING IS DRAINING NEW 12V BATTERIES WITH LESS THAN A 6 MONTHS USE (SEE ATTACHMENT). VEHICLE MOVEMENT CAUSED BY ENGINE STALL AND LACK OF POWER STEERING COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH OR PERSONAL INJURY TO THE PERSONS IN THE PATH OF THE MOVING VEHICLE. THERE HAS ALREADY BEEN A RECALL ON 2011 HONDA CRZ MANUAL TRANS FOR THE ISSUE MENTIONED ABOVE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-04
- VIN: JHMZF1C68BS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: ON 09/04/2018 MY HONDA CR-Z IMA LIGHT CAME ON, I TOOK IT TO THE HONDA DEALERSHIP THEY SAID THEY NEVER HAD AN IMA LIGHT COME ON WITHOUT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BE ON. THEY TOOK IT FOR DIAGNOSTICS, AND CAME TO THE CONCLUSION THAT MY CLUTCH SENSOR IS BAD AND THAT IS WHATS CAUSING THE IMA LIGHT TO BE ON. THE PERSON WHO I SPOKE TO AT HONDA SAID THAT THEY DIAGNOSE ABOUT FORTY CARS A DAY FOR SEVEN YEARS AND NEVER RAN INTO THAT ISSUE. THEY SAID THAT I WOULD BE GOOD DRIVING IT AND WOULD EXPERIENCE MORE PROBLEMS IN ABOUT A YEAR IF I DON'T FIX THE CLUTCH SENSOR ON 9/07/2018 MY CAR HAD A LIGHT COME ON THAT SAID CHECK FUEL CAP WHICH I'M GUESSING MY FUEL SENSOR IS OUT NOW, BUT HONDA IS NO HELP WILL NOT HELP ME OUT CLAIMS THE CAR IS NOT UNDER WARRANTY WHEN IT HAS LESS THAN 100,000 MILES ON IT.THIS CAN BE A BIG SAFETY ISSUE DUE TO THE FACT THAT IF MY IMA BATTERY FAILS ON ME MY LIFE CAN BE IN DANGER ALONG WITH THE OTHERS AROUND ME. ALSO FOR A COMPANY TO CLAIM THEY HAD NEVER RAN INTO THESE ISSUES THEY DO NOT SHOW MUCH INTEREST IN FIXING IT.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-02-05
- VIN: JHMZF1C6XBS
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: DRIVER DOOR WILL NO LONGER OPEN FROM OUTSIDE. PROBLEM STARTED WHEN VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT, THEN GOT WORSE SO THAT THE DOOR WILL NO LONGER OPEN FROM THE OUTSIDE NO MATTER WHAT. USING PASSENGER DOOR NOW TO GET IN, AND IT IS NOW FAILING IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT, AND I EXPECT I WILL SOON NEED TO ENTER THROUGH THE REAR HATCH. ONLINE SEARCH INDICATES THIS IS A COMMON FAILURE ON 2011 HONDA CRZ'S.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-18
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE
- Summary: DOOR LOCKS ON DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE WILL NOT LOCK OR UNLOCK WHILE USING INTERIOR DOOR LOCK BUTTON OR KEY FOB. PARKING LIGHTS WILL FLASH WHEN KEY FOB BUTTON IS PRESSED. PROBLEM STARTED WITH PASSENGER DOOR FIRST THEN 2 WEEKS LATER DRIVER DOOR STOPPED. DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS FAILED LOCK ACTUATORS.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-05
- VIN: JHMZF1C45BS
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: VEHICLE HAS PERIODICALLY STARTED EXHIBITING STRANGE AND DANGEROUS ISSUES WITH THE ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING (WHILE STOPPED AND AT VARIOUS SPEEDS) AND, OF GREATER CONCERN, WHEN THE COMPUTER IS DETECTING ISSUES IT IS NOT SHUTTING DOWN THE EPS SYSTEM AS IT SHOULD BUT, INSTEAD, SPORADICALLY TURNS ON AND OFF EVEN WHILE IN THE MIDDLE OF A TURN. WHEN THIS ISSUE OCCURS IT FIRST STARTS BY A MOMENTARY (OR SOMETIMES LONGER) FLASH OF THE EPS INDICATOR ON THE DASH AND THERE IS A CONSTANT SOUND OF RELAYS CLICKING IN THE DASH TO THE LEFT OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THIS INDICATOR LIGHT WILL RANDOMLY TURN OFF AND ON WITH SEEMINGLY NO REASON AND THE STEERING BECOMES STIFF, THEN LIGHT, AND OFTEN WILL BEGIN AN ASSIST IN THE MIDDLE OF A TURN WHICH RESULTS IN THE VEHICLE VEERING DEEPER INTO THE TURN UNLESS THE OPERATOR RESPONDS QUICKLY ENOUGH TO PULL IT BACK TO THE CORRECT POSITION. THESE PERIODIC ISSUES CAN SOMETIMES LAST 5 MINS OR CAN LAST AN ENTIRE TRIP AND OCCASIONALLY THE COMPUTER DISPLAY WILL FLASH A MESSAGE TO CHECK POWER STEERING BUT THEN USUALLY IMMEDIATELY CLEAR THAT MESSAGE ALONG WITH ANY ERRORS. A MECHANIC WAS NOT ABLE TO REPRODUCE THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO LOCATE ANY ERRORS FROM THE STANDARD COMPUTER BUT DID NOT HAVE ACCESS TO THE PROPRIETARY HONDA PROTOCOLS AND A DEALER WANTS $120 JUST TO CONNECT THE CAR TO THE COMPUTER. ADDITIONALLY I ASKED IF THERE WAS A WAY TO DISABLE THE POWER STEERING COMPLETELY SO THAT THE VEHICLE DIDN'T OVER OR UNDER STEER ON ME AND THE DEALER SAID THAT THIS WASN'T POSSIBLE AND THAT ONLY THE COMPUTER WAS ABLE TO DISABLE THE POWER STEERING IF IT DETECTED A PROBLEM (WHICH IN MY CASE IT IS ONLY DISABLING MOMENTARILY WHICH IS CREATING AN EVEN GREATER HAZARD). MY DEALERSHIP SEEMED UNCONCERNED WITH THE SAFETY HAZARD THIS CREATES AND OFFERED NO REASONABLE PATH TO INVESTIGATE AND REPAIR.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-15
- VIN: JHMZF1D6XBS
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THERE IS APPARENTLY A DEFECTIVE PART IN THE DOOR HANDLE OPERATION THAT DOES NOT STAND UP UNDER HEAT. OUR DRIVER SIDE DOOR IS NOT OPENING AND THE PASSENGER IS GOING QUICKLY. SHOULD WE BE INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT AND UNABLE TO OPEN THE DOORS OURSELVES. RESCUE/EMERGENCY PERSONELL WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO GET TO US. VERY UNSAFE. THIS IS AN ONGOING ISSUE FOR MANY HONDA OWNERS ACCORDING TO OUR ONLINE RESEARCH.
STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-08
- VIN: JHMZF1D61BS
- Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: BOTH DOOR HANDLES HAVE MALFUNCTIONED AND I HAVE NO WAY OF ENTERING THE CAR!
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-13
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JHMZF1D68BS
- Components: AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL, I WAS INVOLVED IN TWO DRIVER SIDE COLLISIONS, THE FIRST HAPPENED JULY THE SECOND SEPTEMBER 13TH THIS YEAR. MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN EITHER INSTANCES BOTH DIRECT IMPACT WITH DRIVER'S SIDE. THE FIRST INCIDENT MY CAR HAD A POWER SURGE FORWARD OVER A CURB INTO MY PROPERTY DEMAGE TO THE CAR AND HOUSE THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. POLICE ASKED IF MY AIRBAGS DEPLOYED I WAS JUST GRATEFUL THEY HADN'T. ON SEPTEMBER 13 2017 MY CAR WAS STRUCK BY SEMI TRAILER WHICH PUSHED CAR INTO THE INTERSECTION- DEMAGE FROM MY GAS TANK TO HEAD LIGHT ON DRIVER'S SIDE I WAS STOPPED AT RED LIGHT LIGHT TURNED GREEN I TRIED TO GET AWAY FROM THE SEMI BUT THE CAB OF THE SEMI SMASHED INTO THE DRIVER'S SIDE WHY DIDN'T IN BOTH INCIDENTS THE AIRBAGS DEPLOY I WAS HIT BY A SEMI? DID CORRECT THE RECALL ARE THERE AIRBAGS?
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-11
- VIN: JHM2F1D40BS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKITA RECALL I TOOK MY 2011 HONDA TO WALSER HONDA IN BURNSVILLE MN. FOR THE RECALL I WAS TOLD THAT THE CAR WAS ON A SALVAGE TITLE AND THE AIR BAG HAD DEPLOYED SO THAT THEY WOULD MAKE NO REPAIR TO MY CAR THEY TOOK SOME PICTURES AND SHOWED ME THE DOOR
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-05
- VIN: JHMZF1C6XBS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL. THE LETTER FROM HONDA CAME EARLY IN THE YEAR. IT SAID CONTACT THE DEALER. DEALERS SAY THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO. NEED A REPLACEMENT CAR UNTIL THEY CAN FIX MY CAR. CALL DEALERS MANY TIMES.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-12-09
- VIN: JHMZF1D47BS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL TAKING WAY TOO LONG ! I DO HIGHWAY DRIVING 100 MILES A DAY & NEED IT FIXED NOW OR ARRANGE A LONER FREE OF CHARGE ASAP! I HEAR A SQUEEKING NOISE CONING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE AT THE SPEED LIMIT OF 65 - 70 MPH ! *TR
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-12
- VIN: JHMZF1D60BS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL - RECEIVED NOTICE FROM HONDA IN MARCH 2016. WHEN I TRIED TO SET APPOINTMENT TOLD LATE SUMMER. IT IS NOW 8 MONTHS AND STILL NO APPOINTMENT. THE ODDS OF MY HAVING A MAJOR ACCIDENT WITH THE AIRBAG GETS GREATER EACH DAY GOES BY. THIS COULD MAKE FOR ONE BAD LAW SUIT!!!!! NEED YOUR HELP ON THIS MATTER NOW. ENOUGH SAID . THANK YOU R. KENNEDY
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-12
- VIN: JHMZF1D60BS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA CR-Z. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 12/13/16*LJ UPDATED 12/20/16.*JB
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-23
- VIN: JHMZF1D63BS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED A LETTER FROM HONDA REGARDING THIS RECALL IN MARCH OF 2016. I CONSIDER MYSELF A REASONABLE MAN BUT ITS BEEN MORE THAN 5 MONTHS AND STILL NO PARTS AVAILABLE. THE LETTER STATES THE PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN THE SUMMER OF 2016. MY DEALER HAS BEEN LESS THAN HELPFUL. HONDA CORPORATE HAS BEEN EVEN LESS HELPFUL. I AM MAKING PAYMENTS AND PAYING INSURANCE ON A VEHICLE I CAN'T DRIVE. NOW THE VEHICLE WON'T START WITHOUT A JUMP AND THE BATTERY DOESN'T HOLD A CHARGE. THIS RECALL IS A HUGE FINANCIAL DRAIN ON MY FAMILY, NOT TO MENTION AN INCONVENIENCE AND NO ONE SEEMS TO CARE. I HAVE A CASE NUMBER FROM HONDA. IT TOOK 44 DAYS TO FINALLY GET [XXX] MY CASE MANAGER ON THE PHONE AND SHE HUNG UP ON ME. IT WOULD BE NICE IF HONDA WOULD COMPENSATE THE OWNERS OF ITS VEHICLES FOR THIS. BUT THAT SEEMS HIGHLY UNLIKELY BASED ON HOW I HAVE BEEN TREATED THUS FAR. IF YOU CAN DO ANYTHING TO EXPEDITE THE COMPLETION OF THE RECALL I WOULD SINCERELY APPRECIATE IT. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-09-02
- Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: DOOR KNOB ON DRIVIERS SIDE WON'T OPEN AND FINALLY BROKE. RUST ON INSIDE OF HATCHBACK. PASSENGERS SIDE DOOR IS NOT OPENING LIKE IT SHOULD. BEEN HAVING TROUBLE SINCE I PURCHASED CAR. IT IS A DEFECT.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-01
- VIN: JHMZF1D66BS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL, I HAVE CALLED IN MARCH TO MOSES HONDA IN HUNTINGTON WV AND TOLD NO PARTS AVAILABLE. CALLED AGAIN IN MAY NO PARTS AVAILABLE. TALKED WITH TUCKER. NOW ITS SEPTEMBER AND BEING GIVEN RUN AROUND. CAN YOU HELP FRANK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-10
- VIN: JHMZF1D66BS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I PURCHASED MY CAR FROM FLETCHER JONES 1100 N CLARK ST, CHICAGO, IL 60610 IN MID JANUARY 2016. THE RECALL WAS MADE IN EARLY FEBRUARY 2016. I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED BY FLETCHER JONES NOR HONDA IN NO WAY OR FORM. I FOUND OUT BY FLETCHER JONES IN JUNE 2016 WHEN I WENT IN FOR AN OIL CHANGE. IF I WOULD HAVE GONE FOR AN OIL CHANGE ELSEWHERE I WOULD HAVE NEVER KNOWN. THEY SAID THEY HAD YET TO RECEIVE THE PART AND THEY WOULD NOTIFY ME WHEN IT ARRIVED. I CALLED FLETCHER JONES TODAY 8/10/16 AND THEY STILL HAVE NOT RECEIVED THE PART. I AM CONCERNED AND UPSET WITH THE LACK OF COMMUNICATION AND THE DELAY IN OBTAINING THE PART.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-02
- VIN: JHMZF1D60BS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR MY AIRBAG INFLATOR TO COME IN SINCE MARCH 2ND. I HAVE BEEN IN A RENTAL FOR OVER FOUR MONTHS. I HAVE CALLED GILLMAN HONDA SAN ANTONIO MONTHLY FOR AN UPDATE ON IT ETA. IT WAS FIRST LATE MAY/EARLY JUNE, THEN IT WAS LATE JUNE, THEN IT WAS SUMMER, THEN IT WAS "WE DON'T KNOW". THE INFLATOR HAS BEEN ORDERED, BUT HAS YET TO ARRIVE AFTER FOUR MONTHS. I RECEIVED THE OFFICIAL RECALL LETTER IN THE MAIL IN EARLY JUNE WITH AN ETA OF SUMMER. I'M TIRED OF THE RENTAL AND MISS DRIVING MY CAR.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-10
- VIN: JHMZF1D66BS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA CR-Z. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS). THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHEN THE VEHICLE WOULD BE REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE A SPECIFIC TIME FRAME THAT THE PARTS WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-03
- VIN: JHMZF1D62BS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA CR-Z. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
STEERING,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-11-26
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JHMZF1D65BS
- Components: STEERING,WHEELS
- Summary: I HAD JUST BOUGHT THIS CAR IN SEPTEMBER, AND ON THE MORNING OF WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 26, 2014 IT CRASHED. I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, I495-SOUTH. IT WAS RAINING AND I THINK THE CAR HIT A WATER PUDDLE OR SLEET, AND STARTED FISH TAILING. I TRIED TO GET IT BACK UNDER CONTROL, AND I DID FOR A FEW SECONDS AS IT WAS TRYING TO PULL TO THE RIGHT. THEN IT JUST SUDDENLY TOOK OFF TO THE LEFT, VERY STRANGE, ALMOST LIKE THERE WAS EITHER A WHEEL/TIRE ISSUE, TRANSMISSION, ELECTRICAL OR STEERING WHEEL.. WHATEVER IT WAS IT SEEMED LIKE IT TOOK OVER AND JUST TOOK OFF LIKE A CRAZY HORSE TO THE LEFT. I WAS LUCKY THERE WERE NO CARS TO THE LEFT! THE CAR JUST TOOK OFF TO THE LEFT AS I HELD THE WHEEL AND COULDN'T GET IT UNDER CONTROL, IT DROVE THROUGH DIVIDERS INTO HOV LANES AND INTO CONCRETE HIGHWAY DIVIDERS. IT WAS THE SCARIEST AND MOST PAINFUL MOMENT OF MY LIFE, I HAVE BEEN PHYSICALLY AND EMOTIONALLY TRAUMATIZED. EMT, AMBULANCE, FIRETRUCKS AND POLICE ARRIVED, AND THEY HAD TO CUT OFF THE ROOF TO GET ME OUT BECAUSE OF SEVERE BACK PAIN I COULDN'T MOVE, WAS DIZZY AND COULDN'T BREATH WELL. I WAS TAKEN TO TRAUMA IN ER AND WAS HOSPITALIZED FOR 3 DAYS. I FRACTURED MY SPINE, AND WAS OUT OF WORK FOR 2 MONTHS. I HAD A SURGERY, KYPHOPLASTY, BEEN GOING THROUGH PHYSICAL THERAPY AND NOW CHIROPRACTOR. I WILL NEVER BE THE SAME ATHLETIC PERSON I USED TO BE, IT RUINED MY LIFE. I AM FILING THIS COMPLAINT BECAUSE I KNOW FOR A FACT, AS I WAS BEHIND THE WHEEL, I FELT THIS CAR, IT WAS NOT A SAFE CAR, IT HAS ISSUES. I NOTICED YOU HAVE A RECALL FOR 2011 MODELS, FOR SIMILAR ISSUES, AS IT CAN CAUSE CRASH AND INJURY. THE SEATS ARE NOT SAFE, THE CAR IS NOT SAFE. I ADVICE EVERYONE AGAINST THE PURCHASE OF THIS VEHICLE. THIS WAS THE FIRST ACCIDENT IN MY LIFE! *TR
2011 Honda Cr-z recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2011 Honda Cr-z.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013 Acura ILX, 2015 RDX, 2005-2010 and 2012 RL, 2009-2014 TL, 2010 and 2012 ZDX, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2011-2013 and 2015 CR-Z, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013 Fit EV, 2010-2011 and 2013 Insight and 2007-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with driver 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 driver 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 S5B and W59.
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2011-2015 CR-Z, 2010-2014 FCX, and Insight, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013-2014 Fit EV, 2007-2014 Ridgeline, 2013-2016 Acura ILX, 2013-2014 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2007-2016 RDX, 2005-2012 Acura RL, 2009-2014 Acura TL, and 2010-2013 Acura ZDX vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JY0, JY1, and JY2.
- Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CR-Z PASSENGER CARS WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 8, 2010, THROUGH JUNE 27, 2011. SHOULD THE ENGINE STALL WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL IS NOT PRESSED, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT (ECU) SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE THE ELECTRIC MOTOR OF THE HYBRID SYSTEM TO MOVE THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION OF THE SELECTED GEAR.
- Consequence: UNEXPECTED VEHICLE MOVEMENT COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH OR PERSONAL INJURY TO THE PERSONS IN THE PATH OF THE MOVING VEHICLE.
- Remedy: HONDA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE ECU SOFTWARE, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 26, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AUTOMOBILE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009.
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Positive 2011 Honda Cr-z car reviews
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If you have fond memories of the CRX, the CRZ is sure to capture your heart at first sight. Even if you don't, the CRZ's unique feel will either win you over or leave you cold. On the plus side, the sporty exterior is eye-catching, there are three distinct performance modes to choose from, the cabin is intimate and well-designed, and there are plenty of technical features for the MSRP. The handling is tight and the sound acoustics are excellent. On the downside, the hybrid fuel efficiency is lacklustre, there are blind spots in the quarter panels, the economy-mode performance is mushy, and the navigation system is dated. Overall, the CRZ is a great choice for commuters who want a fun driving experience and a sporty look. Just keep your MPG expectations reasonable to avoid disappointment.
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I've been a proud owner of my CRZ for 8 years now and I can't imagine driving anything else. In fact, I love it so much that I own two! While it's true that the CRZ is not the fastest hybrid out there and its mileage could be better, it more than makes up for it with its exceptional handling. Thanks to its short wheelbase and 'sport' driving mode, driving the CRZ feels like zipping around in a go-kart. Plus, its futuristic hood looks and rarity often turn heads and prompt questions like 'Is that a Honda Civic?'
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After driving a 2006 VW GTI 1.8T for over six years, I decided to buy the CR-Z. It's a fun little car to drive, but the acceleration is quite slow. Despite giving up a backseat, it has pretty good storage space. However, the rear hatch door and window design cause significant blind spots, which is the worst thing about this car. Unfortunately, my CR-Z was totaled two days after I bought it when I was rear-ended by someone going about 45 mph. Thankfully, I walked away with pretty bad whiplash but not much else, which shows that it's a safe car. Overall, it's a good value for the money, but I would recommend waiting for them to work out the design flaws before investing in one. The blind spots are terrible, but everything else is great.
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I've had my CR-Z for over a month now and I'm still excited to drive it every day. The handling is excellent and I feel safe, especially when I switch to sport mode. The gas mileage is good, but what really makes this car special are the comfortable seats, awesome technology, and great build quality. The only downside is that there's no backseat, but there's plenty of trunk space.
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I decided to purchase this snazzy economic sports coupe after test driving many other makes/models. The CR-Z EX w/ CVT exceeded all expectations and continues to impress. The Chevy Cruz was loud and had many rattles, while the Ford Fiesta/Mazda2 were cramped. The CR-Z, on the other hand, is roomy, handles with precision, rides great, has brisk acceleration, gets 38-52 mpg and looks like a true sports car costing thousands more. The bright silver paint with gray luxury-sports cloth seating makes for a rich combination that turns heads. Many people ask how we like our new Honda. If you want to pamper yourself just a tad more, treat yourself with the nicely equipped
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More sources of information about 2011 Honda Cr-z problems:
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Jan 8, 2018 ... I think a few members mentioned having issues with cracked fog lights and weak door handles, mostly in pre-2013 models. Aside from the 12 volt ...
Is your CR-Z reliable? : r/crz
Dec 5, 2021 ... The leather on the steering wheel and shift knob is deteriorating. The driver's seat is getting pretty worn. The fake chrome plastic in the dash ...
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Apr 10, 2021 ... 3 well known issues are the outside door handles break (The Door Handle Issue , Door Handle Parts Thread and others) the other common issue is a ...
Honda CRZ Reliability and common issues. : r/MechanicAdvice
Mar 12, 2019 ... Hi I'm contemplating purchasing a 2011 CRZ with just over 100'000 miles on it. Ive had great luck with an Accord before that I pushed ...
Problems with CRZ? | Honda CR-Z Hybrid Car Forums
Nov 21, 2011 ... Saving the world, one mile at a time. 2011 CR-Z EX + Nav, CVT, Milano Red.
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Are you having problems with your 2011 Honda Cr-z?
Colin Wyman 2024-11-13
It sounds like you've had some trouble with your car after 75,000 miles. Unfortunately, parts can be quite expensive, such as the blower motor for the air conditioner which costs $550 for the part and $300 for labor to replace. However, there are some affordable aftermarket options available, like a cargo cover for $55. Overall, it's a good car as long as you don't keep it for too long. Thank you for sharing your experience!
Evert Koelpin 2024-09-03
I have to admit that I am not entirely satisfied with my car. Although it is a Honda and I am sure it is a good car, I regret buying it on an impulse. I waited almost 5 days to pick it up from the dealership after I had purchased it. Unfortunately, I find it to be one of the ugliest cars on the road, especially the back end. Additionally, I find it to be impractical due to its small size and discomfort. The car is slower than I expected and the interior can be quite noisy on the open road. There is also no place to rest your arms and the cup holders are not very accommodating. I have decided to sell my car and it has been up for sale for about 3 months now. Thank you for your understanding.
Arely Reinger 2024-08-14
I recently traded in my Honda CRZ after two years of ownership. Although I bought it new, I found that it wasn't worth the 20k I paid for it. While the car has potential, it lacks the thought process needed to make it truly unique and worthwhile. Unfortunately, the interior is made of cheap materials that scratch very easily, especially since the car sits low to the ground. Additionally, the engine shuts off when the car stops, and the car is prone to dents. I also found that the engine shutoff was becoming more problematic over time. The car is quite slow, and there are some significant blind spots to be aware of. Changing lanes on the highway or backing up can be a bit challenging due to the hatch not being positioned properly. However, I have since purchased a new Dodge Dart that is faster and gets the same gas mileage.
Terrence Kulas 2024-06-21
Hello there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with hybrids, as I've owned a few in the past. I've had the original 60 mpg Honda Insight, and currently, I have a 2010 Toyota Prius II. I recently purchased the CR-Z, and while it's a decent car, I must say I'm a bit disappointed. With the advancements in hybrid technology over the last 10 years, I expected better than 31mpg with the manual transmission. In hindsight, I think I should have gone with a Honda Fit instead. It's a more useful car, and I could have saved $4K in the process. I'll probably be driving my Prius more often than the CR-Z. Thanks for listening!
Jorge Sawayn 2024-02-28
Looks better than in pictures. The seat is nice, but the height adjustment could be improved as it tilts at the same time. The shifter is very good. However, the rear wheels are too much tucked inside the fenders. The car is reluctant to accelerate at any rpm, and the engine noise is not what one would expect from a Honda. Revs build slowly. The brake pedal feels unnatural with no initial bite, and the steering does not feel connected, like most electric steering systems. Additionally, the clutch is too soft, making it hard to feel the engagement point.