This page covers 2 recalls, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2012 Honda CR-Z.
34–36 mpg combined
6.5–6.9 L/100km
Two Seaters
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2012 Honda CR-Z has 2 recalls, both concerning the driver's frontal airbag inflator, which can rupture during deployment and send metal fragments into the cabin, causing serious injury or death.
Both recalls address the same defect: the driver's airbag inflator can explode rather than inflate normally in a crash, turning the inflator housing into a source of metal shrapnel directed at the driver and any other occupants.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver frontal air bag inflator may explode due to propellant breakdown from long-term exposure to high humidity, temperature, and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
At a glance
What can fail
Moisture can seep into the dual-stage driver frontal air bag inflator over time, potentially causing it to rupture.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the air bag inflator at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
