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2014 Honda CR-ZRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 4 owner complaints for the 2014 Honda CR-Z. Most complaints involve air bags (3) and electrical system (1). The EPA rates it 33–36 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
33–36mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Feb 2016
Owner complaints
4
Top: air bags
Fuel cost / yr
$1,800est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Air bags: inflator module

Free remedy

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.

Air bagsReported Feb 3, 2016NHTSA 16V061000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 31, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

4 complaints filed with NHTSA · Apr 2016 – Mar 2026
  1. Air bags3
  2. Electrical system1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each CR-Z model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
201138
20127
201311
20144
20156
20162
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 31, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Air bags

3 reports
“TAKATA RECALL”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 26, 2017Air bagsODI 10968541

Electrical system

1 report
“HONDA CASE 16244298. HONDA SERVICE BULLETIN 20-030. 2014 Honda CRZ Ex. They used the EXACT SAME PART in 2014 with the honda civic and the honda crz. The problem is INSIDE THE PART with a bad solder. I get the exact same problem, exact same code. The problem is INSIDE the inverter used on both cars, but Bulletin only applies to the hybrid civic, and not my car. They want $3044 dollars to fix the exact same issue. The bulletin extends to 15 years, 150,000 miles. My car is at 106554 miles. still under 15/150000. what can i do?”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 24, 2026Electrical systemODI 11726663
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 31, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Two Seaters
Engines
1.5L 4-cyl hybrid
Transmissions
Automatic (AV-S7) · Manual 6-spd
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 31, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
CR-Z
Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 1.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive
353836$1,800244
CR-Z
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive
313733$1,950266
  • CR-Z
    Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 1.5 L
    35 city · 38 hwy · $1,800/yr
    36
    mpg comb.
  • CR-Z
    Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L
    31 city · 37 hwy · $1,950/yr
    33
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 31, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5
Honda CR-Z 3 HB FWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
3 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
9.5%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 31, 2026Vehicle 8225
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2014 CR-Z questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Honda CR-Z have?

1 safety recall as of Oct 31, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2014 Honda CR-Z problems?

Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (3), electrical system (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2014 Honda CR-Z get?

The EPA rates the 2014 Honda CR-Z at 33–36 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2014 Honda CR-Z?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2014 Honda CR-Z 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 31, 2026