Model year guide

2014 Honda CR-Z

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 Honda CR-Z is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 24 on record.

2014 Honda CR-Z — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2014 Honda CR-Z at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints4
Overall safety4 / 5 ★
Combined33–36 mpg
Typical price$15,533

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2014 Honda CR-Z recalls 1

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #16V061000 · manufacturer #JY0, JY1, JY2 · 03/02/2016

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, 2005-2012 Acura RL, 2009-2014 Acura TL, and 2010-2013 Acura ZDX vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be suscepti…

Fix: 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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2014 Honda CR-Z common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2014 Honda CR-Z safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 9.5% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Frontal crash test — 2014 Honda CR-Z 3 HB FWDFrontal crash test · ▶ watch videoSide barrier test — 2014 Honda CR-Z 3 HB FWDSide barrier test · ▶ watch videoSide pole test — 2014 Honda CR-Z 3 HB FWDSide pole test · ▶ watch video

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2014 Honda CR-Z 3 HB FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2014 Honda CR-Z MPG & running costs

Combined33–36 mpg
City33 mpg
Highway38 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,950
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S7) or Manual 6-spd
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,250 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2014 Honda CR-Z worth?

Low
$13,497
Typical price
$15,533
High
$17,000

From 9 comparable 2014 Honda CR-Z listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 Honda CR-Z costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$9,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$11,350
Total$21,100
Per mile$0.28

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($15,533) with the same model 3 model-years older ($8,723), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
160.6 in
Width
68.5 in
Height
54.7 in
Wheelbase
96.1 in
Curb weight
2,710 lb
Front track
59.8 in
Rear track
59.1 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2014 Honda CR-Z. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2014 Honda CR-Z. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Airbag

On certain vehicles, the driver frontal airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. Increased pressure may cause the inflator to rupture, which could allow fragments to be propelled toward vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury. This could also damage the airbag module, which could prevent proper deployment. Failure of the airba…

Transport Canada #2016046 · Feb 2016

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Honda CR-Z

The Honda CR-Z is a sport compact hybrid electric vehicle manufactured by Honda and marketed as a "sport hybrid coupe." It combines a gasoline-electric hybrid drivetrain with features typical of a sports car, including a standard six-speed manual transmission and a 2+2 seating layout.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2014 Honda CR-Z trims & engines on record

Trims
EX · Base · EX, EX-N
Engines
1.5L 4-cyl 130 hp

2014 Honda CR-Z vehicles on record

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Other Honda CR-Z model years

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2014 Honda CR-Z — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Honda CR-Z have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2014 Honda CR-Z. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Honda CR-Z?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, electrical system.

What is the 2014 Honda CR-Z safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2014 Honda CR-Z an overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 3★, rollover 5★).

What gas mileage does the 2014 Honda CR-Z get?

The 2014 Honda CR-Z has U.S. EPA estimates of 33–36 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2014 Honda CR-Z worth?

Comparable 2014 Honda CR-Z listings run roughly $13,497–$17,000, typically around $15,533 (from 9 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.