2013 Honda CR-Z Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Honda CR-Z.

20122014
Complaints
14
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2013 Honda CR-Z Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#19 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:41,740 mi
Crash-related:1
#21 complaints

Air Bags:Srs Malfunction Warning Lamp/Light

#31 complaints

Electrical Faults

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Honda CR-Z.

Airbags
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
41,740
Air Bags:Srs Malfunction Warning Lamp/Light
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2013 Honda CR-Z

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~2,233,745 vehicles.

19V500000Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module
~1,558 affected

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 with driver frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

16V061000Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module
~2,232,187 affected

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.

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2013 Honda CR-Z — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2013 Honda CR-Z reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2013 Honda CR-Z has 14 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 9 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2013 Honda CR-Z?
Top reported problems: Airbags (9 complaints, avg 41,740 mi); Air Bags:Srs Malfunction Warning Lamp/Light (1 complaints); Electrical Faults (1 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2013 Honda CR-Z?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 41,740 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2013 Honda CR-Z?
NHTSA complaints for the 2013 Honda CR-Z include 3 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2013 Honda CR-Z have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 2,233,745 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2013 Honda CR-Z?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Honda CR-Z reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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