Is the 2012 Honda CR-Z reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Honda CR-Z?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 86% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Honda CR-Z have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

2012 Honda CR-Z

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2012 Honda CR-Z
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:56:13.664Z

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 7
Recalls: 2
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2012: 7 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2011	38
2012	7
2013	11
2014	4
2015	6
2016	2

Known problem areas

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Air bags

6 of 7 total reports mention: air bags.

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Passenger side impact air bag deactivates when moisture is present in the air. Especially prevalent while raining.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-09-10

Passenger side airbag detectives and reactivates on it's own sometimes. Warning pops up randomly.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-03

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Honda CR-Z. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V061000 (Air bags). However, the part to do the repair was not available.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-07-14

Electrical system

1 of 7 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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Same issue as the 2012 CRV recalls of the passenger aide lock actuators. The passenger door lock works sometimes but the car will constantly try to lock that door if it is unlocked, because it wonât always lock.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-06-29

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2017-02-22Air bags16V061000 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,...

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JY0, JY1, and JY2.

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2019-08-12Air bags19V500000 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...

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are S5B and W59.

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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds

Buy-smart checklist

2012 Honda CR-Z — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 6 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 16V061000 · Air bags
Recall 19V500000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2012 Honda CR-Z reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Honda CR-Z?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 86% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2012 Honda CR-Z have?: 2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.