2016 HONDA CR-Z
0 recalls — 2 complaints — 32 TSBs — 4/5 safety rating
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 23, 2026
Incident date: May 13, 2026
The outside door handles are defective, and Honda is aware of the issue. In warm or hot weather, the door opening mechanism binds up, and eventually the stress is too great and it causes the door handle to break. The problem has been reported by nearly every CR-Z owner. For more incidents, pleas... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 30, 2024
Incident date: Jun 25, 2024
Coolant leak
NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2016 HONDA CR-Z
2016 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 — 2016 HONDA CR-Z
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 31.0 | 37.0 | 33.0 | Regular | $2,050 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S7) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 35.0 | 38.0 | 36.0 | Regular | $1,900 |
CO2 Emissions: 266.0 g/mile (Two Seaters)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2016 HONDA CR-Z
32 manufacturer communications from 23 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 5 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 4 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 3 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 2 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 2 |
| 280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
ATS170205
Feb 21, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - ALTHOUGH SIMILAR, THE HONDALINK AND HONDALINK EV APPS AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD ON THE APPLE APPS STORE AND GOOGLE PLAY ARE NOT THE SAME. FURTHERMORE, EACH APP APPLIES TO SPECIFIC MODELS.
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
03286
Mar 31, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Honda Job Aid - Tech Line Calling Guidelines Affected vehicles General Info.
032871
Mar 31, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Honda Job Aid - Tech Line Calling Guidelines Affected vehicles General Info.
A16020D
Mar 2, 2016
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Fog Light Lenses look melted or discoloredf?- All models with fog lights affected vehicles
A16020D
Mar 2, 2016
130000 VISIBILITY
Fog Light Lenses look melted or discoloredf?- All models with fog lights affected vehicles
NSS300
Mar 1, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Recall Information update: Service Bulletin NSS300 #2
16-020
Feb 26, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
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.
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
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
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.
SB15059
Jan 30, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator Collection - This bulletin has been cancelled because the collection is now complete.
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