2018 HONDA CLARITY ELECTRIC
0 recalls — 44 complaints — 14 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
44 total complaints
5 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 7 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 5 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 4 |
| STEERING | 3 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 3 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | 2 |
ENGINE
Jan 3, 2026
Incident date: Dec 12, 2025
Motor was chugging took to a dealership on march 22 was told I had a collapsed lifter I was told my cost would be 4800 gm would cover half which was fine then when the work was done the dealership took it for a test drive while they were on the test drive the motor locked up they originally told me ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 3, 2026
Incident date: Dec 12, 2025
The vehicle exhibits a dangerous electrical defect involving uncontrolled power-cycling. After shutting down the car, it automatically restarts itself in a continuous loop. During these episodes, the dashboard flickers, the drivetrain shudders, and the vehicle becomes unresponsive to manual 'Stop' b... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 3, 2026
Incident date: Dec 12, 2025
The vehicle exhibits a dangerous electrical defect involving uncontrolled power-cycling. After shutting down the car, it automatically restarts itself in a continuous loop. During these episodes, the dashboard flickers, the drivetrain shudders, and the vehicle becomes unresponsive to manual 'Stop' b... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 28, 2025
Incident date: Sep 24, 2025
While gently slowing/braking on warm and dry pavement, the vehicle proceeded over bumpy railroad tracks which seemingly activated the Anti-lock brake system and prohibited the vehicle from stopping effectively. I had to turn the vehicle away from the vehicle stopped ahead of me because my vehicle wa... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 28, 2025
Incident date: Sep 24, 2025
We have the Arctic Snow white color on our Kia. The paint began peeling shortly after our purchase in 2016. It has continued to peel throughout the entire time we have owned the vehicle.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Sep 28, 2025
Incident date: Sep 24, 2025
Since last Wed. (9/24/2025), the car started to show the warnings of "Adaptive Cruise Control Problem", "Brake Hold System Problem", "Brake System Problem", "Electric Parking Brake Problem", and "Road Departure Mitigation System Problem" from time to time. I bought this VHonda Clarity Plug-in Hybri... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 14, 2025
Incident date: Mar 15, 2025
1. Failed Component/System: EV plastic charging door does not open using the electronic unlock mechanism on the key. Unable to charge EV vehicle due to this fundamental failure. IMPORTANT: There are no manual override mechanisms provided by the manufacturer - KIA to open this charging door. This m... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
Nov 14, 2024
Incident date: Jul 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2009 Ford Escape. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for routine maintenance, who determined that the passenger-side front subframe was rotten. The front and rear underbody were rotten. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Th... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 13, 2024
Incident date: May 18, 2024
The vehicle, which is under warranty, has shut itself off three times with an error message regarding the hybrid system. After having the vehicle towed to the dealership, they found no codes, errors, or messages to address. As a result, they won’t proceed further with troubleshooting and told me t... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 13, 2024
Incident date: May 18, 2024
The vehicle, which is under warranty, has shut itself off three times with an error message regarding the hybrid system. After having the vehicle towed to the dealership, they found no codes, errors, or messages to address. As a result, they won’t proceed further with troubleshooting and told me t... Read more
STEERING
Jun 18, 2024
Incident date: Mar 3, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the “Power Steering Assist Fault” warning light illuminated, and the steering wheel became very firm and difficult to maneuver. The contact was able to pull the vehicle to the side of the road and turn ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Apr 27, 2024
Incident date: Apr 27, 2024
False acceleration
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 16, 2024
Incident date: Apr 16, 2024
I am trying to get an appointment at the Nissan Service in Clarksville, MD about the safety concern. They haven't returned to me after I left numerous messages via text and their office answer machines. My truck acts very oddly at around 40 mph which is very hazard and I did send the video link bu... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 16, 2024
Incident date: Apr 16, 2024
Kia issued a recall on engine do too failure but Kia give multiple excuses why they won’t replace from it has to be running to it has to have update first or it can’t have more than150,000 miles! I need help with this KIA OWES me an engine. It shows 10 sales records at 2 different dealers and y... Read more
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Mar 18, 2024
Incident date: Dec 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the sunroof exploded inadvertently. The contact stated that the shade guard was closed when the failure occurred. The contact had not sustained any injuries. The contact continued driving at slow speeds, and there w... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Feb 15, 2024
Incident date: Feb 15, 2024
Vehicle was taken to the RV dealer to have annual maintenance done. During inspection it was discovered that 3 of 4 brakes were covered with grease from blown bearing seals. The vehicle has less than 3,000 miles and if not addressed could have resulted in an accident due to inability to stop the tra... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 3, 2024
Incident date: Oct 16, 2023
Previously, about 5-6 times the car experienced sputtering and then stalling shortly after a warm engine restart. After 2 tries, the car would continue running. No check engine. No codes stored. Final time (before a scheduled shop visit) it stalled on a busy 4-lane road at rush hour and would not re... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 16, 2023
Incident date: Nov 16, 2023
The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that the Navigation System was providing inaccurate information. The contact stated that the Navigation System became inoperable. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the... Read more
STEERING
Nov 16, 2023
Incident date: Nov 16, 2023
More frequently, I am finding that the steering wheel seems to "stick" when I try to turn or make slight adjustments whilst driving at 30 mph or higher. I have noticed that it does it more when it is cold out, and by cold I mean under 50 degrees. How long the car has been on seems to make no differe... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
May 31, 2023
Incident date: May 26, 2023
*The roof molding that runs along the top flat part of the roof from front to back, one on both sides right & left of the car. It is in place to connect and/or cover where the roof & body/ sides come together & were welded. *The safety issue is that it falls off while the car is moving. Mine flew o... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 19, 2023
Incident date: Apr 10, 2023
The minute the gas hand gets below Full the gas hand goes to Empty and then goes back to Full over and over while driving On the dash it flashes “Fuel Level Sensor Failure” and it will do this til I fill the tank full. It shows recall letters to be mail in August 2023 can I get a copy of the l... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Apr 19, 2023
Incident date: Apr 10, 2023
ABS light has been intermittently going on and off over the last year. 67,000 miles and it’s not covered under warranty. Dealership is staying I need an entire new module = $1,900
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
Apr 19, 2023
Incident date: Apr 10, 2023
The infotainment display camera combination is the worst system in any vehicle I’ve seen that has these installed. If it is daylight the screen is nearly impossible to see anything plainly. Someone is going to back into other vehicles or people. This occurs every day the car is used and backed... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mar 25, 2023
Incident date: Mar 25, 2023
The frame of the truck is excessively rusty and the manufacture undercoating has flaked off. All components of the frame and underbody have significant rust for the age of the vehicle. This was just addressed with the dealership who stated there was no warranty to cover it. There has been no serv... Read more
STEERING
Mar 25, 2023
Incident date: Mar 25, 2023
I recently purchased a 2022 Honda Civic Sedan Sport on 3/24/22. It was a one owner vehicle with 34K miles. Upon my test drive I noticed the steering wheel was "sticking" and over-correcting. I mentioned this to the salesman that was along for the ride, we both said "the lane keep assist needs to be ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 29, 2022
Incident date: Nov 25, 2022
While driving home at night I exited the 60 Freeway and turned right to go up a hill. The car would not move forward and I had to pull over. I noticed the battery indicator had 1 bar on it and the engine revved but the car would not go. After waiting the battery got recharged and we were able to com... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Nov 29, 2022
Incident date: Nov 25, 2022
While driving home at night I exited the 60 Freeway and turned right to go up a hill. The car would not move forward and I had to pull over. I noticed the battery indicator had 1 bar on it and the engine revved but the car would not go. After waiting the battery got recharged and we were able to com... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 29, 2022
Incident date: Nov 25, 2022
While driving home at night I exited the 60 Freeway and turned right to go up a hill. The car would not move forward and I had to pull over. I noticed the battery indicator had 1 bar on it and the engine revved but the car would not go. After waiting the battery got recharged and we were able to com... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Nov 27, 2022
Incident date: Oct 13, 2022
The car suddenly suspends LCAS, ACC (all related with camera located on the windshield) emergency breaking system on the road without any warning causing dangerous situation for me. I had couple of times a probability of severe accidents.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Nov 27, 2022
Incident date: Oct 13, 2022
The car suddenly suspends LCAS, ACC (all related with camera located on the windshield) emergency breaking system on the road without any warning causing dangerous situation for me. I had couple of times a probability of severe accidents.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Nov 27, 2022
Incident date: Oct 13, 2022
The car suddenly suspends LCAS, ACC (all related with camera located on the windshield) emergency breaking system on the road without any warning causing dangerous situation for me. I had couple of times a probability of severe accidents.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 5, 2022
Incident date: Jan 5, 2022
all four doors will not lock and unlock. the power door motors do not function properly.
ENGINE
Feb 24, 2021
Incident date: Jan 11, 2021
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 HONDA CLARITY. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE RPM'S REVVED UP ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT ASSOCIATED THE FAILURE WITH THE VEHICLE RUNNING OUT OF ELECTRICAL VEHICLE RANGE. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CHARLIE'S ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 24, 2021
Incident date: Jan 11, 2021
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 HONDA CLARITY. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE RPM'S REVVED UP ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT ASSOCIATED THE FAILURE WITH THE VEHICLE RUNNING OUT OF ELECTRICAL VEHICLE RANGE. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CHARLIE'S ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
May 21, 2020
Incident date: Apr 11, 2020
THE CAR STOPPED AND TURNED INTENSELY. *TR
Crash
STRUCTURE:BODY
May 21, 2020
Incident date: Apr 11, 2020
THE CAR STOPPED AND TURNED INTENSELY. *TR
Crash
AIR BAGS
May 21, 2020
Incident date: Apr 11, 2020
THE CAR STOPPED AND TURNED INTENSELY. *TR
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 4, 2020
Incident date: Feb 23, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 HONDA CLARITY ELECTRIC. THE CONTACT STATED AFTER REVERSING INTO A PARKING SPACE AND SHIFTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE STARTED TO MOVE FORWARD AT 5 MPH ON ITS OWN COLLIDING WITH A POLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED NO A... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Oct 11, 2019
Incident date: May 1, 2019
VEHICLE'S SAFETY FEATURES (BRAKE ASSIST AND/OR COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM) WILL ACTIVATE EITHER EXCESSIVELY OR OCCASIONALLY WHEN THERE IS NO OBSTRUCTION WHATSOEVER. THE FULL FORCE BRAKING IN TRAFFIC FOR NO APPARENT REASON COULD EASILY CAUSE ANOTHER VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO MINE.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 11, 2019
Incident date: May 1, 2019
VEHICLE'S SAFETY FEATURES (BRAKE ASSIST AND/OR COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM) WILL ACTIVATE EITHER EXCESSIVELY OR OCCASIONALLY WHEN THERE IS NO OBSTRUCTION WHATSOEVER. THE FULL FORCE BRAKING IN TRAFFIC FOR NO APPARENT REASON COULD EASILY CAUSE ANOTHER VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO MINE.
WHEELS
Apr 1, 2019
Incident date: Nov 16, 2018
NO SPARE TIRE PROVIDED. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PROMISED BY HONDA WAITING TIME HAPPENED MORE THAN 4 HOURS. THIS IS POTENTIALLY DANGER WHILE WAITING FOR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE FROM HONDA AND IT DOESN'T HAVE SPARE TIRE. SINCE ITS NEW CAR PURCHASE, HONDA PROMISED THEY FREELY PROVIDE FIRST THREE YEARS ROADSIDE... Read more
SEATS
Apr 1, 2019
Incident date: Nov 16, 2018
NO SPARE TIRE PROVIDED. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PROMISED BY HONDA WAITING TIME HAPPENED MORE THAN 4 HOURS. THIS IS POTENTIALLY DANGER WHILE WAITING FOR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE FROM HONDA AND IT DOESN'T HAVE SPARE TIRE. SINCE ITS NEW CAR PURCHASE, HONDA PROMISED THEY FREELY PROVIDE FIRST THREE YEARS ROADSIDE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Apr 1, 2019
Incident date: Nov 16, 2018
NO SPARE TIRE PROVIDED. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PROMISED BY HONDA WAITING TIME HAPPENED MORE THAN 4 HOURS. THIS IS POTENTIALLY DANGER WHILE WAITING FOR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE FROM HONDA AND IT DOESN'T HAVE SPARE TIRE. SINCE ITS NEW CAR PURCHASE, HONDA PROMISED THEY FREELY PROVIDE FIRST THREE YEARS ROADSIDE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 16, 2018
Incident date: Apr 5, 2018
WHILE PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY I RECEIVED A NUMBER OF ERROR MESSAGES WHEN I STARTED THE CAR. CAR IS NOW AT HONDA DEALER SINCE 4/5/2018. I WAS TOLD THE LARGE BATTERY NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AND IT IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE THE CAR. DEALER UNABLE TO GIVE ME AN ETA ON THE BATTERY. MANY OTHER OWNERS ARE EXPERIENC... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2018 HONDA CLARITY ELECTRIC
2018 Honda Clarity Electric 4 DR FWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rollover Risk | 0.0% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2018 HONDA CLARITY ELECTRIC
14 manufacturer communications from 9 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 2 |
| 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 2 |
| 010000 STEERING | 1 |
| 011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR | 1 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 1 |
A18-097
Mar 12, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin - The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid and Clarity Electric may not start charging when plugged in or may stop charging before the high-voltage lithium-ion battery is full.
A18-097
Mar 12, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Service Bulletin - The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid and Clarity Electric may not start charging when plugged in or may stop charging before the high-voltage lithium-ion battery is full.
A18-097
Oct 27, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service bulletin - The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid and Clarity Electric may not start charging when plugged in or may stop charging before the high-voltage lithium-ion battery is full.
A18-089
Oct 6, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service bulletin - There is a software problem in the climate control unit when running the heater, which may turn the MIL on. There are up to three updates that must be performed on applicable vehicles. Check the iN VIN status inquiry for
A18-090
Oct 6, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service bulletin - There is a software problem in the PCM, which may cause the MIL to come on with DTC P26A3 (electric water valve malfunction), DTC P100C (electric VTC motor speed signal circuit malfunction) and/or P0010 (variable valve ti
A18-091
Oct 6, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service bulletin - There is a software error in the miles per gallon calculation, which affects the HV range display by reading unusually high.
A18-096
Oct 6, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service bulletin - During vehicle assembly, the warranty information CD that was placed in the vehicle did not list the correct warranty coverage for the state of Oregon. The failure to include the proper warranty coverage may cause confusi
A18-069
Oct 4, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service bulletin - This bulletin is replaced by S/B 18-091, Product Update: 2018 Clarity PHEV Driver Display Software Update (Mileage)
A18-079
Oct 4, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service bulletin - This bulletin is replaced by S/B 18-089, Product Update: 2018 Clarity Plug-In Hybrid EVTC & 3-Way Valve Software Update (P100C/P0010/P26A3)
ABOM10042018901
Oct 4, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer message - Today, American Honda is announcing several product updates a?ecting certain 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) models. There may be multiple combinations of these campaigns per VIN. To clearly identify each vehicle
A18-097
Sep 20, 2018
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Service bulletin - The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid and Clarity Electric may not start charging when plugged in or may stop charging before the high-voltage lithium-ion battery is full. The battery charger software does not start charging or may
A18-069
Jun 12, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service bulletin - The HV range display reading is unusually high. There is a software error in the miles per gallon calculation, which affects the remaining HV range display.
A15060D
Aug 3, 2017
010000 STEERING
Service news article - To prevent damage during shipping, leather-wrapped steering wheels come with a protective plastic covering. The easiest way to remove it during PDI is to grab the covering with both hands near the top of the steering
A15060D
Aug 3, 2017
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Service news article - To prevent damage during shipping, leather-wrapped steering wheels come with a protective plastic covering. The easiest way to remove it during PDI is to grab the covering with both hands near the top of the steering
HONDA CLARITY ELECTRIC — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HONDA CLARITY ELECTRIC across all model years (2019–2019).
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Total Recalls
55
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
5
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths