What's Wrong with the 1st Generation (2011–2016) CR-Z?

CR-Z owners have made 15 complaints about the 2011–2016 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 10th out of 58 Honda generations in overall reliability, with some interior and lights concerns.

Common 2011-2016 Honda CR-Z Problems

Some of the worst issues 1st generation CR-Z owners have to deal with.

  1. Rodents Chew Soy Wiring

    Honda switched to a soy-based coating for their wiring that is more biodegradable. It sounds like a pro-Earth move by the automaker, but the real reason is probably a little less triumphant: the coating costs less than plastic. Still, less …

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  2. What Are We Missing?

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What Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

1st Generation (2011–2016) CR-Z Key Numbers

  1. 5 model years

    Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.

  2. 15 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  3. 10th in reliability

    Overall reliability rank out of 58 eligible generations.

Recent 1st Generation (2011–2016) CR-Z News

There's a lot of news out there, but not all of it matters. We try to boil down it to the most important bits about things that actually help you with your car problem. Interested in getting these stories in an email? Signup for free email alerts over at CarComplaints.com.

  1. Your vehicle might be involved in one of the largest and most dangerous recalls in automotive history. Honda is recalling 2.2 million vehicles with PSDI-5 Takata inflators.

    You've probably heard about Takata by now. They're the ones responsible for airbag inflators that explode with too much force, sometimes sending metal shrapnel flying throughout the cabin. They're also the ones that have been linked to a number of deaths and injuries.

    The good news here is that these particular inflators (PSDI-5) don't have the same history of rupturing. The bad news is replacement parts aren't expected to be available until later this year.

    Needless to say, Takata isn't going to make anyone's holiday card list.

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