NHTSA Recall 11V458000: Power train
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,626 vehicles. It affects 2011 Honda CR-Z.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V458000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R94 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN |
| Report received | September 7, 2011 |
| Owner notification | September 26, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Unexpected vehicle movement could increase the risk of a crash or personal injury to the persons in the path of the moving vehicle.
Remedy
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> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V458000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Honda CR-Z | 2011 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.