1989 Honda CRX HF
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- Photo: Honda CRX front 20071016 by Rudolf Stricker, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Honda Civic CRX Coupé (53081548159) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Honda Civic CRX Coupé (52264569556) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Honda CRX rear 20071016 by Rudolf Stricker, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Crowz CRX2 by CrowzRSA, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1989 Honda CRX HF is a 62-hp 1.5-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $9,125 MSRP and is rated at 44 mpg combined.
It makes 62 horsepower at 4,500 rpm and 90 lb-ft of torque at 2000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 41 mpg city and 49 mpg highway (44 mpg combined).
The CRX measures 147.8 inches long on a 90.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 1,834 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $9,125 ($23,916 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.5L SOHC 8-valve inline-4, all-aluminum (D15B6) |
| Displacement | 1.5 L |
| Horsepower | 62 hp @ 4,500 rpm |
| Torque | 90 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 8-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 75 x 84.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 |
| Injection Type | Multi-Point PGM-FI |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 41 MPG |
| Highway | 49 MPG |
| Combined | 44 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-control double wishbone |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | No |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 13 in. steel |
| Wheels Rear | 13 in. steel |
| Tires Front | P165/70 R13 |
| Tires Rear | P165/70 R13 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 147.8 in |
| Width | 65.7 in |
| Height | 50 in |
| Wheelbase | 90.6 in |
| Front Track | 57.1 in |
| Rear Track | 57.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 23.2 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 1,834 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53.5 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54.9 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1989 Honda CRX. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 11, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
NHTSA campaign 09E025000
Jun 29, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH
Remedy: AAI MOTORSPORTS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AAI MOTORSPORTS AT 909-923-9188.
NHTSA campaign 06E060000
May 24, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
NHTSA campaign 06E049000
Mar 23, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
NHTSA campaign 06E026000
4 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1989 Honda CRX
Owner Complaints
4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1989 Honda CRX. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1989 HONDA CRX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.