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Honda ZR-V 1

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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Engine Overview

The Honda ZR-V 1 is available with one engine variant at 143 hp.

2.0L i-MMD e:HEV · Petrol Hybrid· 143 PS
2023 2024

The 2.0L i-MMD e:HEV in the Civic FL, CR-V RW/RZ and ZR-V is a mature hybrid system without turbocharger complexity.

  • !! Temporary increased steering effort at motorway speed from 20,000 km

    In 2022–2023 CR-V and Civic FL the NHTSA investigated reports of momentarily increased steering effort at motorway speeds. Software updates can address this.

    Symptoms: Briefly increased steering effort at motorway speeds
    0–500 $
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  • ! Manual valve clearance check required from 50,000 km

    The LFC1 engine has no hydraulic lifters, so valve clearance must be checked and adjusted manually at regular intervals (every 40,000–60,000 km).

    Symptoms: Ticking from the valvetrain, power loss if adjustment is overdue
    150–400 $
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  • ! Infotainment screen freezes or stays blank

    Owners of 2022–2023 CR-V e:HEV report sporadically freezing or blank infotainment screens. Honda is working on software updates.

    Symptoms: Infotainment screen freezes or stays blank, occasionally no image after switching on
    0–200 $
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Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
●GPS misreads speed limits

The navigation system displays incorrect speed limits. Honda dealers confirmed a pending software update.

Symptoms: Navigation display shows incorrect speed limits, ISA warning tone sounds unexpectedly or not at all, Honda dealers confirmed a pending software update.
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 Low
iWireless CarPlay connects unreliably

Wireless Apple CarPlay sometimes requires two or three connection attempts.

Symptoms: Apple CarPlay does not appear on entry, connection requires two or three manual attempts or a restart of the infotainment system.
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Known Problems and Issues +

A total of 7 weaknesses have been documented for the Honda ZR-V 1 (2023–2024) — 3 engine-related and 4 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Electronics, Other, Interior. Considered reliable: LFC1 (2.0L i-MMD e:HEV).

What to watch out for with the Honda ZR-V? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Honda ZR-V 1 have? +
The Honda ZR-V 1 has 3 known engine weaknesses and 4 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Honda ZR-V 1? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: LFC1 (2.0L i-MMD e:HEV). The most reliable engine is the LFC1 (2.0L i-MMD e:HEV) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the LFC1 (2.0L i-MMD e:HEV).
Which Honda ZR-V 1 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Honda ZR-V 1. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 3 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Honda ZR-V 1 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Honda ZR-V 1 — rated: "Decent". {description} The 2.0 e:HEV system turns CR-V and ZR-V into efficient gliders — the electric motor boost surprises at traffic lights, long-distance driving is dominated by comfort.
Is the Honda ZR-V 1 worth buying used? +
The Honda ZR-V 1 is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 1 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Honda ZR-V 1? +
The Honda ZR-V 1 is available with engine variants from 143 to 148 hp. Petrol: LFC1 (2.0L i-MMD e:HEV).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee