2015 HONDA CR-Z
2 recalls — 9 complaints — 38 TSBs — 4/5 safety rating
19V500000 Jun 27, 2019
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
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 wi... Read more
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.
16V061000 Feb 3, 2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
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 2010-20... Read more
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.
Complaint Statistics
9 total complaints
3 crashes 3 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| WHEELS | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Dec 4, 2025
Incident date: Mar 1, 2025
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2021 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 51,192 and at the time of receiving the vehicle from the dealer it was discovered that... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 17, 2022
Incident date: Jul 17, 2022
In 2010 to 2016 Honda CR-Zs the exterior door handles will fail without any symptoms. Leaving the driver unable to unlatch the door without being inside. The problem has not been addressed by Honda, but many owners have reported it being a common problem. The door handle latch tends to break under h... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Apr 10, 2017
Incident date: Apr 3, 2017
BACK IN NOVEMBER OF 2016 I HAD AN ACCIDENT, WHICH I BELIEVE WAS CAUSED BY A MALFUNCTION IN THE CAR. RIGHT BEFORE LOOSING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE MY TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT FLASHED RAPIDLY ON THE DASH CAUSING MY CAR TO JOLT AND LOOSE TRACTION. I HAD SPUN AND HIT HEAD ON TO THE SIDE OF THE MOUNTAIN. A F... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 10, 2017
Incident date: Apr 3, 2017
BACK IN NOVEMBER OF 2016 I HAD AN ACCIDENT, WHICH I BELIEVE WAS CAUSED BY A MALFUNCTION IN THE CAR. RIGHT BEFORE LOOSING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE MY TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT FLASHED RAPIDLY ON THE DASH CAUSING MY CAR TO JOLT AND LOOSE TRACTION. I HAD SPUN AND HIT HEAD ON TO THE SIDE OF THE MOUNTAIN. A F... Read more
Crash
1 injured
WHEELS
Apr 10, 2017
Incident date: Apr 3, 2017
BACK IN NOVEMBER OF 2016 I HAD AN ACCIDENT, WHICH I BELIEVE WAS CAUSED BY A MALFUNCTION IN THE CAR. RIGHT BEFORE LOOSING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE MY TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT FLASHED RAPIDLY ON THE DASH CAUSING MY CAR TO JOLT AND LOOSE TRACTION. I HAD SPUN AND HIT HEAD ON TO THE SIDE OF THE MOUNTAIN. A F... Read more
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Dec 14, 2016
Incident date: Oct 27, 2016
2015 HONDA CR-Z. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNSATISFACTORY CUSTOMER SERVICE AT DEALERSHIP, NO REPLACEMENT PARTS TO REPAIR RECALL NOTICE OR RENTAL VEHICLE AVAILABLE TO CONSUMER. *SMD
ENGINE
Oct 29, 2015
Incident date: Oct 22, 2015
JUST BOUGHT A HONDA CRV-TOURING, VIBRATIONS HAVE STARTED AROUND 600 MILES, WHEN IN A STOPED POSITION, IN DRIVE, AFTER IT HAS HEATED UP, BOUGHT THIS BECAUSE WE NEEDED A SMOOTH RIDE (WHICH SEEMED AT FIRST DRIVE), VIBRATIONS AGGRAVATE MY SPASTICITY, AND CAN CAUSE SEIZURES IN SOME PEOPLE. DO NOT KNOW IF... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 29, 2015
Incident date: Oct 22, 2015
JUST BOUGHT A HONDA CRV-TOURING, VIBRATIONS HAVE STARTED AROUND 600 MILES, WHEN IN A STOPED POSITION, IN DRIVE, AFTER IT HAS HEATED UP, BOUGHT THIS BECAUSE WE NEEDED A SMOOTH RIDE (WHICH SEEMED AT FIRST DRIVE), VIBRATIONS AGGRAVATE MY SPASTICITY, AND CAN CAUSE SEIZURES IN SOME PEOPLE. DO NOT KNOW IF... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 29, 2015
Incident date: Oct 22, 2015
JUST BOUGHT A HONDA CRV-TOURING, VIBRATIONS HAVE STARTED AROUND 600 MILES, WHEN IN A STOPED POSITION, IN DRIVE, AFTER IT HAS HEATED UP, BOUGHT THIS BECAUSE WE NEEDED A SMOOTH RIDE (WHICH SEEMED AT FIRST DRIVE), VIBRATIONS AGGRAVATE MY SPASTICITY, AND CAN CAUSE SEIZURES IN SOME PEOPLE. DO NOT KNOW IF... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2015 HONDA CR-Z
2015 Honda CR-Z 3 HB FWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash — Driver | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash — Passenger | 3 / 5 ★★★☆☆ |
| Side Crash | 3 / 5 ★★★☆☆ |
| Side Crash — Driver | 3 / 5 ★★★☆☆ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover Risk | 9.5% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy — 2015 HONDA CR-Z
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S7) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 35.0 | 38.0 | 36.0 | Regular | $1,900 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 31.0 | 37.0 | 33.0 | Regular | $2,050 |
CO2 Emissions: 244.0 g/mile (Two Seaters)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2015 HONDA CR-Z
38 manufacturer communications from 29 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 7 |
| 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 5 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 5 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 3 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| 280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION | 2 |
A22-040
Sep 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - The MIL is on with P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold). Sensors on the vehicle may misinterpret the catalyst as deteriorated or it may have deteriorated.
APaS02262021902
Feb 26, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016 CR-Zs, 2010-2014 Insights, & 2011-2017 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the
APaS02102021902
Feb 10, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016 CR-Zs, 2010-2014 Insights, & 2011-2017 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the
A07-030
Jan 23, 2021
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
"Service Bulletin - There are several A/C leak detection tools available. -Refrigerant Gas Leak Detector -Ultrasonic Leak Detector -Leak Dye"
APaS01222021909
Jan 22, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016 CR-Zs, 2010-2014 Insights, & 2011-2017 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the
APaS01222021909
Jan 22, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016 CR-Zs, 2010-2014 Insights, & 2011-2017 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the
APaS01062021907
Jan 6, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016 CR-Zs, 2010-2014 Insights, & 2011-2017 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the
APaS01062021907
Jan 6, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016 CR-Zs, 2010-2014 Insights, & 2011-2017 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the
APaS12102020902
Dec 10, 2020
031000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016 CR-Zs, 2010-2014 Insights, & 2011-2017 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the
APaS12102020902
Dec 10, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016 CR-Zs, 2010-2014 Insights, & 2011-2017 Odysseys with a customer complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the
A20-011
Mar 10, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement d
A18-048
May 31, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement d
A18-048
May 31, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement d
A15060D
Aug 3, 2017
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Service news article - To prevent damage during shipping, leather-wrapped steering wheels come with a protective plastic covering. The easiest way to remove it during PDI is to grab the covering with both hands near the top of the steering
A15060D
Aug 3, 2017
010000 STEERING
Service news article - To prevent damage during shipping, leather-wrapped steering wheels come with a protective plastic covering. The easiest way to remove it during PDI is to grab the covering with both hands near the top of the steering
AHPa11112016901
Nov 11, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation on inflators, starting November 14th we?ll begin open ordering on certain part numbers
AHPa11112016902
Nov 11, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation on inflators, starting November 14th we?ll begin open ordering on certain part numbers
AHPa11102016901
Nov 10, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation on inflators, starting November 14th we?ll begin open ordering on certain part numbers
APaS11102016901
Nov 10, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation of inflators, on November 14th we will begin No VIN ordering on part numbers 04770-SWA-405 (07 to 11 CRV, 11-15 CRZ, 10-14 Insight, 07-12 RDX) and 04770-SJA-405 (05-12 RL).
APaS11102016902
Nov 10, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation of inflators, on November 14th we will begin No VIN ordering on part numbers 04770-SWA-405 (07 to 11 CRV, 11-15 CRZ, 10-14 Insight, 07-12 RDX) and 04770-SJA-405 (05-12 RL) - attachm
DEN-K3Q5J-06
May 5, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
THIS COMMUNICATION IS INFORMING HONDA OF A DELAMINATION ISSUES WITHIN AN I.C. PRODUCED BY NXP AND ASSEMBLED INTO AIRBAG SENSOR SUPPLIED BY DENSO INTERNATIONAL AMERICA, INC. THIS DELAMINATION ISSUE MANIFESTS ITSELF AS AN OPEN CIRCUIT WITHIN
SB-16-020 03231
Feb 26, 2016
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
BACKGROUND On the Monroney label, the bumper compliance statement is missing. Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible. Vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your new vehicle inventory. Repair thes
16-020
Feb 26, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Product Update
Feb 26, 2016
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Hawaii Multi Model Monroney Label No Print.
16020
Feb 26, 2016
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
On the Monroney label, the bumper compliance statement is missing. Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible. Vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your new vehicle inventory. Repair these vehicles b
Label Misprint
Feb 26, 2016
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Today, February 26, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is announcing a Product Update for certain Accord, Civic, CR-Z, Fit, and Insight model years 2014-2016 vehicles for sale in the state of Hawaii to amend Monroney labels that were prin
Label Misprint
Feb 26, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Today, February 26, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is announcing a Product Update for certain Accord, Civic, CR-Z, Fit, and Insight model years 2014-2016 vehicles for sale in the state of Hawaii to amend Monroney labels that were prin
Label Misprint
Feb 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Today, February 26, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is announcing a Product Update for certain Accord, Civic, CR-Z, Fit, and Insight model years 2014-2016 vehicles for sale in the state of Hawaii to amend Monroney labels that were prin
DLR-02-26-2016
Feb 26, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Today, February 26, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is announcing a Product Update for certain Accord, Civic, CR-Z, Fit, and Insight model years 2014-2016 vehicles for sale in the state of Hawaii to amend Monroney labels that were prin
DLR-02-26-2016
Feb 26, 2016
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Today, February 26, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is announcing a Product Update for certain Accord, Civic, CR-Z, Fit, and Insight model years 2014-2016 vehicles for sale in the state of Hawaii to amend Monroney labels that were prin
SB-16-020 03231
Feb 26, 2016
162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
BACKGROUND On the Monroney label, the bumper compliance statement is missing. Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible. Vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your new vehicle inventory. Repair thes
A16-020
Feb 26, 2016
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
SERVICE BULLETIN - ON THE MONRONEY LABEL, THE BUMPER COMPLIANCE STATEMENT IS MISSING.
ACA-02262016-901
Feb 26, 2016
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
DEALER MESSAGE - ON THE MONRONEY LABEL, THE BUMPER COMPLIANCE STATEMENT IS MISSING. ATTACH THE MONRONEY UPDATE LABEL TO THE WINDOW AREA NEXT TO THE MONRONEY LABEL.
A-HPS-02042016-9
Feb 4, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
DEALER MESSAGE - CERTAIN VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THE DRIVER'S AIRBG INFLATOR SAFETY RECALL ARE UNDER STOP SALE.
A-JCR-020302016-
Feb 3, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
DEALER MESSAGE - OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE IS AVAILABLE FOR THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATORS SAFETY RECALL OF APPROXIMATELY 1.7 MILLION AFFECTED VEHICLES.
A16-016
Jan 30, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
SERVICE BULLETIN - AFFECTED VEHICLES HAVE DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATORS THAT MAY EXPERIENCE OVER-PRESSURIZATION DUE TO EXPOSURE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES AND HIGH ABSOLUTE HUMIDITY. OVER-PRESSURIZATION CAN CAUSE THE INFLATOR TO RUPTURE, SPRAYING SHR
A-CA-01302016-90
Jan 30, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
DEALER MESSAGE - AHM IS RECALLING AFFECTED VEHICLES FOR DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATORS THAT MAY EXPERIENCE OVER-PRESSURIZATION DUE TO EXPOSURE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES AND HIGH ABSOLUTE HUMIDITY. OVER-PRESSURIZATION CAN CAUSE THE INFLATOR TO RUPTURE
Service Bulletin
Dec 17, 2014
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Service bulletin - For any TPMS-related warranty repairs, all recorded DTCs must now be entered into the warranty claim. Make sure your repair order includes those DTCs.
HONDA CR-Z — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HONDA CR-Z across all model years (2011–2015).
10
Total Recalls
89
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
16
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths