Recall 11V-458: 2011 Honda CR-Z

HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Sep 7, 2011, covering about 5,626 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-458
Report date
Sep 7, 2011
Vehicles affected
5,626
Owners notified
Sep 26, 2011

The problem

Honda is recalling certain model year 2011 cr-z passenger cars with manual transmissions, manufactured from january 8, 2010, through june 27, 2011. Should the engine stall while the brake pedal is not pressed, there is a possibility that the engine control unit (Ecu) software may cause the electric motor of the hybrid system to move the vehicle unexpectedly in the opposite direction of the selected gear.

The risk

Unexpected vehicle movement could increase the risk of a crash or personal injury to the persons in the path of the moving vehicle.

The fix

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. The safety recall began on september 26, 2011. Owners may contact honda automobile customer service at 1-800-999-1009.

Notes

Honda's recall campaign number is r94.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerHONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
ComponentPower Train
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V458000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Honda CR-Z2011All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 11V-458?

Honda is recalling certain model year 2011 cr-z passenger cars with manual transmissions, manufactured from january 8, 2010, through june 27, 2011. Should the engine stall while the brake pedal is not pressed, there is a possibility that the engine control unit (Ecu) software may cause the electric motor of the hybrid system to move the vehicle unexpectedly in the opposite direction of the selected gear.

How is recall 11V-458 fixed?

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. The safety recall began on september 26, 2011. Owners may contact honda automobile customer service at 1-800-999-1009.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.