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 2016 CR-Z.
The 2016 Honda CR-Z is a passenger car equipped with an automatic (AV-S7) transmission, achieving an EPA-estimated 35 mpg city, 38 highway, and 36 combined. With only two owner complaints on file and zero recalls, this final model year represents the most trouble-free point in the CR-Z’s 2011–2016 history, a sharp contrast to the 38 complaints logged for the debut 2011 model.
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 | 2657 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 DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 29.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Honda CVT fluid |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.0 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Clutch Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Engine Coolant | Use Honda Type 2 anti-freeze/coolant, |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 4.7 qt |
| Engine Coolant | Use Honda Type 2 anti-freeze/coolant, |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 4.6 qt |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 18 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 23 |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 29.0 ft-lbs |
| Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts | 40.0 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | 36.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | Install a new nut and torque to 133.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | NGK, DENSO |
| Spark Plug Gap | .039 - .043 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 16 ft-lbs |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | NGK, DENSO |
| Spark Plug Gap | .047 - .051 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 20 ft-lbs |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | NGK, DENSO |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.00-1.20 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 2.67 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 151R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 340 cca |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 47-51 psi |
| Engine Compression | 142 min psi / Max variation 28 psi |
| Intake Valve Lash | 0.006-0.007 in |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | 0.010-0.012 in |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 17; Rear: 17 /; Front: 25; Rear: 26 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 80; Rear: 40 / |
| ABS Sensor Torque | 7.5 / NS |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.063; Rear: 0.063 in |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: .827; Rear: .315 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | .0006 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .0016 |
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 2016 Honda CR-Z represents the clearest point of improvement in a generation marked by early turbulence. Complaints peaked in 2011 at 38 and declined steadily through 2014 (4 complaints), fluctuating slightly in 2015 (5) before reaching their lowest recorded level in 2016 at just 2 complaints. Recalls similarly trended downward, with the 2016 model year recording zero recalls—a significant contrast to the 3 recalls in 2011 and the 2 recalls in both 2015 and 2013. Technical Service Bulletins for 2016 numbered 23, which falls within the lower-to-middle range of the generation's TSB activity (spanning 22–35). The two complaints logged for 2016 were classified as "Unknown Or Other" and "Structure," with zero crash-related or fire-related complaints recorded. With no recalls, minimal consumer complaints, and no documented safety incidents, the 2016 model year represents the most mature and refined iteration of this generation. This data suggests it is a comparatively low-risk purchase within the CR-Z lineup.
All 2 complaints on record, top 2 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 23 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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… |
| APaS01222021909 | 2021-01-22 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016… |
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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NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 35 city / 38 highway / 36 combined mpg.