Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
HONDA
Model Of Vehicle
CR-Z
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
11V458000
Component Description
Power Train
Effect Of Defect
Unexpected Vehicle Movement Could Increase The Risk Of A Crash Or Personal Injury To The Persons In The Path Of The Moving Vehicle.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Start Of Manufacture
20100108
End Of Manufacture
20110627
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
5626
Date Owners Notified
20110926
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Date Report Received
20110907
Make Campaign Number
R94