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Honda CR-Z

2011–2015 only

82 classified complaints 3 recalls

2011–2015 Honda CR-Z models have 82 classified complaints on record for these years specifically, plus 3 recalls. The most common issue in this range is Airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically surfacing around 28,000 miles.

Computed directly from stored federal records for 2011–2015 model years only — not blended with the rest of this vehicle's production run. See the full Honda CR-Z report for every year combined.

What breaks, and when — 2011–2015 only

Airbags, seatbelts and restraints · Body and interior 41 complaints

Median onset: 28,000 miles. 17.1% of these reported an injury, a death, or a crash with fire.

Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim · Body and interior 10 complaints

Median onset: 100,000 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues.

Body control and other modules · Electrical 9 complaints

Median onset: 97,500 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues.

Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting · Transmission 3 complaints

Median onset: 500 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues.

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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors · Electrical 3 complaints

Median onset: 19,000 miles. 33.3% of these reported an injury, a death, or a crash with fire.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues.

CV axles, joints and boots · Drivetrain 3 complaints

Median onset: 180,000 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues. · Typical repair: $330–$620 nationally.

Tire wear and premature wear patterns · Wheels and tires 2 complaints

Median onset: 33,000 miles.

Master cylinder and booster · Brakes 2 complaints

Median onset: 30,135 miles. 50.0% of these reported an injury, a death, or a crash with fire.

From owner-filed complaints to NHTSA, not independently verified. Federal mileage reporting on recent complaints is sparse — see how it works. Cost ranges are national estimates from book labor hours and parts pricing, not this vehicle's actual repair history — they don't account for your location or shop type.

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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation — complaints and recalls, scoped to 2011–2015 model years. See the full Honda CR-Z report for every year and full specs/safety data.