2011 Honda CR-Z recall: power train

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on September 7, 2011. It covers about 5,626 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 5,626
reported: Sep 7, 2011
owners notified: Sep 26, 2011
related complaints: 4

Power train

What is wrong: 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.
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.

Recall number 11V458000

Affected vehicles

Honda CR-Z 2011 2011

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 4 complaints about transmission problems.

2011 Honda CR-Z

Questions about recall 11V458000

Is there a recall on the 2011 Honda CR-Z power train?

Yes. Recall 11V458000, reported on September 7, 2011, covers about 5,626 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V458000?

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?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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