Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 CR-Z.
The 2014 Honda CR‑Z is a two‑seat passenger car that runs on a 0W‑20 API engine oil with a 3.8‑quart capacity and is mated to an AV‑S7 automatic transmission, delivering EPA‑rated fuel economy of 35 mpg city, 38 mpg highway and 36 mpg combined. With just four owner‑reported complaints for the model year—primarily involving the air‑bag system and a single recall—it falls near the low end of the CR‑Z’s complaint range, which peaked at 38 complaints in 2011 and dropped to only two in 2016. Consequently, the 2014 model represents a notably reliable point in the vehicle’s six‑year history.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 151R · 340 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (AV-S7) |
| Overall length | 160.6 in |
| Overall width | 68.5 in |
| Overall height | 54.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 96.1 in |
| Curb weight | 2709 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 59.8 / 59.1 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 59/41 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 35 / 38 / 36 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the CR-Z of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Hatchback 1.5L I-4 + Elec 10-kW 0.6-kWh | 8.30 sec | 16.40 sec | 122 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | EX Hatchback 1.5L I-4 + Elec 10-kW 0.6-kWh | 8.40 sec | 16.50 sec | 122 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | EX Hatchback 1.5L I-4 + Elec 10-kW 0.6-kWh | 8.60 sec | 16.40 sec | 122 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | EX Hatchback 1.5L I-4 + Elec 10-kW 0.6-kWh | 9.30 sec | 17.30 sec | 122 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | EX Hatchback 1.5L I-4 + Elec 10-kW 0.6-kWh | 9.60 sec | 17.20 sec | 122 hp | FWD |
| 2011 | EX Hatchback 1.5L I-4 + Elec 10-kW 0.6-kWh | 10.50 sec | 17.60 sec | 122 hp | FWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 3.8 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 29.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 · API |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.8 qt |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 87 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 18 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 23 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 29.0 ft-lbs |
| Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs | 7 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | 36.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 133 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 133 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 750 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Ignition Timing | 10 degrees |
| Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance | 2 degrees |
| Ignition Timing Reference RPM | Idle rpm |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.00-1.10 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 2.65-3.00 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 151R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 340 cca |
| Pressure Test | 14-18 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 14-18 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | 168-176 °F |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum) | 47.0-51.0 psi |
| Engine Compression | 142 Minimum PSI. 29 Maximum variation PSI |
| Brake Application | WITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 17 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 80 ft-lbs / 41 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.063; Rear: 0.063 in |
| Brake Application | WITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG |
| Rotor Max Parallel Variation | 0.0006 in |
| Rotor Runout Limit | 0.0016 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 0.827 in / 0.354 in |
| 1 | 7 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 | 7 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 27 ft. lbs., step 2: 90 | 27 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 130 | |
| 1 | 18 ft. lbs., Step 2: 40 | 18 ft. lbs |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2014 Honda CR‑Z recorded 4 federal complaints, 1 recall, and 27 total service‑bulletins, placing its complaint volume below the 2013 peak of 11 but above the 2016 trough of 2. Recalls in 2014 (1) are comparable to 2012 and 2013 (2 each) and lower than the 2011 total of 3, indicating a generally declining recall pattern across the generation. Investigations remained constant at one per year, and the 2014 model had zero crash‑ or fire‑related complaints, while its top complaint categories were air‑bag and electrical‑system issues. Compared with the surrounding years, 2014 sits at a low point in the complaint arc, suggesting fewer reported defects than the prior two model years. Consequently, the 2014 CR‑Z appears to be a solid choice for a used purchase, assuming the specific air‑bag or electrical concerns are addressed during inspection.
All 4 complaints on record, top 2 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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… 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…
Showing 5 of 27 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A18-048 | 2026-02-28 | Air Bags | Service Bulletin - Warranty Extension: Customer Support Program For Driver's Airbag… |
| A22-040 | 2022-09-21 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Service Bulletin - The MIL is on with P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold)… |
| APaS02262021902 | 2021-02-26 | Service Brakes | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016… |
| APaS02102021902 | 2021-02-10 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016… |
| A07-030 | 2021-01-23 | Equipment | "Service Bulletin - There are several A/C leak detection tools available. -Refrigerant… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
3.8 qt of 0W-20 API, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 35 city / 38 highway / 36 combined mpg.