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2014 Honda CR-Z maintenance schedule

The 2014 CR-Z is part of the 1st Gen (2011-2016), sold as a hatchback. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, the problems owners report for this year, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2014 CR-Z needs, and when

Manufacturer rows link to Honda's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.

ServiceIntervalSource
Engine oil and filter

Maintenance Minder A/B

7,500 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Engine air filter

Maintenance Minder sub-code 2

30,000 mi / 2 yearsIndependent
Cabin air filter

Maintenance Minder sub-code 2

30,000 mi / 2 yearsIndependent
Tire rotation

Maintenance Minder sub-code 1

7,500 miIndependent
Brake fluid

Replace every 3 years regardless of mileage

3 yearsIndependent
Engine coolant

Initial replacement at 120k/10yrs, then every 60k/5yrs

120,000 mi / 10 yearsIndependent
Transmission fluid

Sub-code 3 replacement

30,000 miIndependent
Spark plugs

Maintenance Minder sub-code 4

100,000 miIndependent
Serpentine belt

Inspect interval; replace as needed

30,000 miIndependent
12V battery

Test lifespan / inspect connections

15,000 mi / 3 yearsIndependent

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them. Services we could not find an interval for are left off rather than guessed.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Engine oil
0W-20, 3.8 qt
Coolant
Type 2
Transmission fluid
CVT fluid / MTF

Powertrains in this generation

  • 1.5L 4-cyl hybrid (LEA), 130 hp, CVT, 6MT, FWD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Known problems

What 2014 CR-Z owners run into

Problems reported for this model year, with the mileage they tend to show up at. Buying past a window is not automatically a pass - it just needs to be priced in.

IMA Battery Degradation

high severity

$3,000 to fix

Hybrid warning light, reduced MPG

Source: repairpal.com

Throttle Body Failure

high severity

$2,535-$2,580 to fix

Stalling, poor acceleration

Source: repairpal.com

Exterior Door Handle Breakage

low severity

$100-$500 to fix

Handle snaps off, unable to open door from outside

Source: enginepatrol.com

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA recall for the 2014 Honda CR-Z

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Honda dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Air bags

NHTSA 16V061000

February 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 susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.

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 numbers for this recall are JY0, JY1, and JY2.

Running costs

What maintenance typically costs

A typical year of maintenance
$430

Typical US independent-shop estimates for this generation; they vary by region and condition.

Other CR-Z model years

1st Gen (2011-2016)

201420152016

Shopping new? The Honda CR-Z guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

Researched 2026-09-16. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

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