2018 HONDA FIT
4 recalls, 169 complaints - 70 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
26V332000 May 21, 2026
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 ... Read more
Consequence
Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. Th... Read more
24V384000 May 31, 2024
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect Description
Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles that were previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 23V-046. The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit. ... Read more
Consequence
An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2024. Owners may contact Honda service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are TIQ and DIR. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V-046 will need to have the n... Read more
23V858000 Dec 18, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, F... Read more
Consequence
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
23V046000 Feb 2, 2023
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements o... Read more
Consequence
An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is 6DW. This recall has been superseded by NHTSA recall number 24V-384. Vehicles... Read more
Complaint Statistics
169 total complaints
5 crashes 3 fires 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 23 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 21 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 18 |
| POWER TRAIN | 15 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 14 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 10 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | 5 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 5 |
| STEERING | 5 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 5 |
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Aug 17, 2026
Incident date: Aug 13, 2026
The lane mitigation and brake system warning lights came on. The car swerved on its own off the road to the right. It put me onto the shoulder of the highway. I had to fight the steering wheel to get the car to move to the left to get back on the road. This happened twice during busy rush hour highw... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Aug 17, 2026
Incident date: Aug 13, 2026
The lane mitigation and brake system warning lights came on. The car swerved on its own off the road to the right. It put me onto the shoulder of the highway. I had to fight the steering wheel to get the car to move to the left to get back on the road. This happened twice during busy rush hour highw... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Aug 17, 2026
Incident date: Aug 13, 2026
The lane mitigation and brake system warning lights came on. The car swerved on its own off the road to the right. It put me onto the shoulder of the highway. I had to fight the steering wheel to get the car to move to the left to get back on the road. This happened twice during busy rush hour highw... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 29, 2026
Incident date: Jul 20, 2026
I was driving my 2015 Hyundai Sonata approximately 35 mph after leaving the Hyundai dealership following an engine replacement when the hood unexpectedly flew completely open without warning. The hood struck the windshield, completely obstructing my forward visibility and creating an extremely dange... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 29, 2026
Incident date: Jul 20, 2026
My truck is at the dealership for a failed transmission valve body. I was doing some research on this issue and saw recall N242454441. I asked the service writer about this and he said my truck was not covered by the recall. I had all of the same issues as described in the recall. effects can cause ... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jul 29, 2026
Incident date: Jul 20, 2026
Honda claims system design is problem and works properly so nothing they will do. ISSUE : when activating windshield washer spray(wiper mounted nozzles), liquid doesn't spray till passenger wiper is straight up, and driver wiper sprays also straight up, hitting door post. NO FLUID gets on whole pa... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 25, 2026
Incident date: Feb 25, 2025
My pregnant wife and 2 year old daughter we driving to daycare the morning of June 22nd 2026 and the car flashed an engine overheating message while they were on the highway. They were luckily able to pull off safely and get the car home. Then on June 23rd I went to take the car into the shop to get... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 25, 2026
Incident date: Feb 25, 2025
My pregnant wife and 2 year old daughter we driving to daycare the morning of June 22nd 2026 and the car flashed an engine overheating message while they were on the highway. They were luckily able to pull off safely and get the car home. Then on June 23rd I went to take the car into the shop to get... Read more
SEATS
Jun 24, 2026
Incident date: Sep 19, 2022
The rear occupant seat sensor after an update even if there is nothing on the back or on the seat it continues to activate the horn and advising we received a rear occupant alarm. I even deactivate the option and still goes off constantly. I have to leave the car unlocked to avoid the alarm going of... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
May 30, 2026
Incident date: Mar 10, 2025
Dozens of photos&videos avail. When rains or humidity electrical is severely effected. All electrical warning lights turn on. Car wont shut off. Econo mode wont work and car stalls. Wipers wont turn off while driving. Lane change notification warnings go haywire and are unreliable. Has been "fixed"5... Read more
ENGINE
May 30, 2026
Incident date: Mar 10, 2025
Dozens of photos&videos avail. When rains or humidity electrical is severely effected. All electrical warning lights turn on. Car wont shut off. Econo mode wont work and car stalls. Wipers wont turn off while driving. Lane change notification warnings go haywire and are unreliable. Has been "fixed"5... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 9, 2026
Incident date: May 11, 2023
The transmission on my 2020 Ford Escape has an internal fault code and is not shifting into 6th gear. It is an unsafe issue due to it cannot be driven on highways because it throws the vehicle into limp mode. It was diagnosed at a Ford dealership and Ford is refusing to cover the cost to repair thei... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 9, 2026
Incident date: May 11, 2023
Coming to a stop sign or red light the car won’t accelerate or will go in traction control making it difficult to move or not accelerate. Had 2-3 fuel leaks this year also having problems to keep the car going sometimes the max speed it will go is 20-40 miles n won’t go up unless u keep letting ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 9, 2026
Incident date: May 11, 2023
Took my 2017 Ford F-150 in for a diagnostic on May 8 2026 for wrench symbol check engine light and issues down shifting and sliding tires shop manager and technician claimed the vehicle is unsafe to drive and talked to the Service manager deemed the vehicle unsafe to drive wanted it grounded do ... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 28, 2026
Incident date: Apr 12, 2026
This vehicle has a known design flaw which causes the cylinder gasket to leak and require replacement. VW has only issued a Technical Service Notice which was no provided to owners regarding the part that needed replacement. They are correcting the problem with a differently designed part in order t... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Mar 11, 2026
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
SUMMARY OF FACTS FOR LEGAL CONSULTATION Bad Faith Redhibition Claim — Louisiana Civil Code Art. 2545 Prepared for Attorney Consultation 1. Vehicle & Transaction Information Vehicle2020 Ford Explorer ST — AWDPurchase DateMarch 2025Purchase Structure$17,000 trade-in applied + $17,000 remaining lo... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jan 31, 2026
Incident date: Jul 10, 2025
Replaced the frozen suspension last year. Now that it’s cold again, similar codes are being thrown with new ones: Service Trailer Brake System, Service Air Suspension System, Service Electronic Braking System. To note, I’ve had a “Check Fuel Cap” code for years. It’s tied to 3 sensors alon... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 19, 2026
Incident date: Dec 18, 2025
There is a hesitation when trying to accelerate. The car will then slam forward and there is a rattling noise that the car also makes. This has almost caused accidents. I was driving in town which is where I do most of my driving.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Dec 15, 2025
Incident date: Dec 15, 2025
2025 Chevy Blazer EV charging door frozen on the inside of door seal from snow storm
SEATS
Dec 1, 2025
Incident date: Nov 26, 2025
Assessment of Ongoing Mechanical & Safety Issues – 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer To Whom It May Concern, I am providing a clear, factual assessment of the ongoing issues with my 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, which I purchased for $108,000 and have owned for less than two years. During this time, I have e... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 19, 2025
Incident date: Nov 19, 2025
Subject: Safety Defect Complaint – 2017 Toyota Sienna (VIN: [XXX] ) Dear NHTSA Safety Division, I am submitting a safety complaint regarding my 2017 Toyota Sienna, VIN [XXX] . In June 2023, while traveling on I-81 South in Virginia with my family of seven, the van stalled suddenly and emitted whit... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Nov 19, 2025
Incident date: Nov 19, 2025
1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Multiple safety systems failed simultaneously, including: SRS Airbag System Pre-Collision System Vehicle Stability Control (VSC/TRAC) Advanced Ultrasonic/Sonar System The engine is also subject to S... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 2, 2025
Incident date: Sep 25, 2025
No incident yet but filing a complaint because the recall process is taking too long. I called the Nissan phone number on the recall site and the automated system stated letters will be sent out the end of December. My dealer offers a loaner car for repairs up to 36,000 miles and I will be beyond ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 2, 2025
Incident date: Sep 25, 2025
For new model year 20 20, and 2021 Ford developed an all-wheel-drive vehicle. This is not a four-wheel-drive vehicle. It is an all-wheel-drive vehicle that you can select manually into four-wheel-drive, but it has an automatic system that engages and disengages the front drive axle through a comp co... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 2, 2025
Incident date: Sep 25, 2025
ABS kicks in with even the slightest bump. Had an incident a couple weeks ago where I went over a bump while leaving a store and the car almost did not stop before hitting oncoming traffic. Have had issues for 10 months with the car not accelerating properly or shifting properly. Have tried to driv... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 25, 2025
Incident date: Sep 3, 2025
I am experiencing an issue with the airbag light on my 2017 Nissan Altima S model, which is showing code B0020. This airbag code indicates a problem with the passenger side airbag system, typically caused by damaged wiring, a malfunctioning seat sensor, or a loose connector beneath the driver's seat... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 21, 2025
Incident date: Sep 19, 2025
Since early ownership, my Palisade’s ABS activates improperly on bumpy/uneven surfaces like railroad tracks, construction zones, causing brake pedal pulsing, vibrations, and significantly longer stopping distances. Braking feels ineffective, as if the brakes “don’t catch,” unlike my wife’s... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 15, 2025
Incident date: Aug 13, 2025
Transmission shudders at low speeds on incline
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 15, 2025
Incident date: Aug 13, 2025
Transmission shudders at low speeds on incline
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 15, 2025
Incident date: Aug 13, 2025
Car runs rough at idle and has difficulty accelerating. Check engine lights comes on intermittently. CODE p0101 points at MAF sensor. Replaced multiple times. Cleaned air system, ie filter, hoses and throttle body. Same issues. Car feels unpredictable and unsafe. Can’t accelerate through intersect... Read more
SEATS
Jul 2, 2025
Incident date: Apr 14, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while seated in the parked vehicle, the rear passenger’s side head restraint became unhinged. The contact stated that the exterior front driver’s side pin paddle had failed. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be diagnosed. The ... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Jun 25, 2025
Incident date: Jun 10, 2024
The parking assist camera reports an error when trying to reverse. I have already received a recall notice (25V-280) and had the software updated at the dealer to v3.6.4. However, I still get an error that the "Camera is temporarily unavailable" when putting the car in reverse. This error does no... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 11, 2025
Incident date: Jun 9, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) and 25V126000 (Power Train); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonab... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Jun 11, 2025
Incident date: Jun 9, 2025
On [XXX], my [XXX] son was riding in the back seat of our 2025 GMC Hummer EV (VIN: [XXX] ) and reported his seatbelt felt loose. I pulled over and discovered the seatbelt bracket was completely detached from the vehicle frame. The bolt was present, but the nut that secures the bracket was entirely ... Read more
ENGINE
May 28, 2025
Incident date: Apr 1, 2025
Lifter when bad during engine start up. (known issue)
POWER TRAIN
Mar 24, 2025
Incident date: Mar 24, 2025
Driving at highway speed, the vehicle began to switch between the 5 and 6 gear without warning several times, and a message "TRANSMISSION FAULT SERVICE NOW" appeared on the car's dashboard display. The car then started hard-shifting, would not shift into some of the gears, and would not move in reve... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 20, 2025
Incident date: Nov 2, 2022
After an oil change and spark plugs drove 3 miles and now car will not drive code is Manifold p0106 need this fixed dealer cannot determine issue Car is at Nalley Kia in Stonecrest GA
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 6, 2025
Incident date: Nov 1, 2021
My car was scheduled the first week of the updates. The car would not update. Afterward, the batter drain was very noticeable. Now there is no internet service for the car... not from Fisker and while I can verify it connects to my home wifi and mobile phone hotspot, it will not allow data to th... Read more
Fire
ENGINE
Jan 22, 2025
Incident date: Jan 22, 2025
82000 miles on car. Torque converter and throttle body needs to be replaced
STEERING
Jan 20, 2025
Incident date: Jan 1, 2025
Car has less then 4000 miles on it and needs both front CV joints replace as they loudly click when turning left or right. Parts are on indefinite back order.
ENGINE
Dec 19, 2024
Incident date: Apr 2, 2024
Coolant leak, caused engine failure
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 19, 2024
Incident date: Apr 2, 2024
My rear camera is not centered when I bought my car as new in 2017. I reported the issue. But they told me it is normal. I got a letter from Mazda in 2022 about the rear camera recall. Then I asked them to do the recall. They told me they don't have parts. Recently, the video output is getting wor... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 12, 2024
Incident date: Sep 29, 2024
I have had the car for 3 weeks and twice it has slammed on the brakes for an instant at slow speed. Both times I was at least 20 feet behind another vehicle travelling at less than 10mph when the brakes locked up for an instant throwing me against the seatbelt very hard and bringing me to an emerge... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Nov 20, 2024
Incident date: Apr 29, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the trunk power switch failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the trunk power switch was enabled to unlock, however the trunk door did not unlock. The contact stated that the trunk power... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 20, 2024
Incident date: Apr 29, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the trunk power switch failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the trunk power switch was enabled to unlock, however the trunk door did not unlock. The contact stated that the trunk power... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Nov 20, 2024
Incident date: Apr 29, 2023
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Front Camera Fault; pre-collision assist; Adaptive cruise control not available How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? I can get into a car accident and injure myself or others Has... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 18, 2024
Incident date: Oct 2, 2021
Cannot put fuel in tank… when trying to fill at gas station, the pump keeps kicking off and gas spills out the filler neck. This is a common and known issue with RAM trucks and the tanks should have been recalled.
POWER TRAIN
Nov 16, 2024
Incident date: Sep 1, 2024
My Tesla Model S 2022 unexpectedly shut down while parked in a covered garage on [XXX], after I had driven for an hour. This occurred after I returned from a family trip to Lima, Peru, where I did not use the car. Tesla service center diagnosed it as water damage requiring a $20,578.50 battery pack ... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Oct 31, 2024
Incident date: Oct 30, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated while reversing, the rearview camera image was flickering and occasionally failed to display an image. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times. The dealer recommended that the rearview camera be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 31, 2024
Incident date: Oct 5, 2024
I took in my car for the fuel pump recall on October 4th at Clawson Honda Fresno. I took it home the same day and the next day my car was stalling and shut off on me. I took my car back to Clawson Honda on October 8th and they scanned it and said the fuel pressure was low. They cleared the codes tha... Read more
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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2018 HONDA FIT
2018 Honda Fit 5 HB FWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 14.7% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Optional |
| Lane Departure Warning | Optional |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2018 HONDA FIT
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 33.0 | 40.0 | 36.0 | Regular | $1,700 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (AM-S7) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 31.0 | 36.0 | 33.0 | Regular | $1,850 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 29.0 | 36.0 | 31.0 | Regular | $2,000 |
CO2 Emissions: 246.0 g/mile (Small Station Wagons)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 HONDA FIT
70 manufacturer communications from 37 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 24 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 8 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 4 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 3 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 3 |
| 010000 STEERING | 2 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 2 |
ATI&04152024902
Apr 15, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 [Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold] stored. To better understand the ca
ATI&03282024902
Mar 28, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 [Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold] stored. To better understand the ca
ATI&02152024905
Feb 15, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2018 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold) stored. To better understand th
ATI&02012024904
Feb 1, 2024
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2018 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold) stored. To better understand th
ATI&02012024904
Feb 1, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2018 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold) stored. To better understand th
ATI&01172024905
Jan 17, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2018 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold) stored. To better understand th
ATI&01022024909
Jan 2, 2024
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2018 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold) stored. To better understand th
ATI&01022024909
Jan 2, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2018 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold) stored. To better understand th
ATI&11282023910
Nov 28, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2018 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold) stored. To better understand th
ONL6M208142023
Aug 14, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Owner Notification Letter - On some 2018-2019 Fit vehicles, a combination of carbon deposits on the intake valves and the PGM-FI software settings may lead to reduced combustion stability under certain circumstances. This results in a misfi
A23-042
Jun 2, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service Bulletin - A combination of carbon deposits on the intake valves and the PGM-FI software settings may lead to reduced combustion stability under certain circumstances. This results in a misfire being detected and DTC stored.
A23-042
Jun 2, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - A combination of carbon deposits on the intake valves and the PGM-FI software settings may lead to reduced combustion stability under certain circumstances. This results in a misfire being detected and DTC stored.
A21-007
Jun 2, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301a??P0304 (cylinder misfire detected) due to carbon buildup on the intake valves may be affecting combustion.
ABOM06022023906
Jun 2, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda is announcing a warranty extension for certain 2018-2019 Fit vehicles. American Honda is extending the warranty coverage for valve cleaning and software installation due to carbon buildup on the valves with
A22010A
Jun 8, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
"Service news article - When diagnosing a Fit within the above VIN range with a misfire complaint, start by doing service bulletin, 21-007 (Carbon Buildup with Misfire DTCs) instead of replacing fuel injectors. These vehicles use an improve
A22010A
Jun 8, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
"Service news article - When diagnosing a Fit within the above VIN range with a misfire complaint, start by doing service bulletin, 21-007 (Carbon Buildup with Misfire DTCs) instead of replacing fuel injectors. These vehicles use an improve
A22010A
Jun 8, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
"Service news article - When diagnosing a Fit within the above VIN range with a misfire complaint, start by doing service bulletin, 21-007 (Carbon Buildup with Misfire DTCs) instead of replacing fuel injectors. These vehicles use an improve
A21-007
Jun 1, 2022
071420 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS:HOSES/VALVES/SENSORS
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301a??P0304 (cylinder misfire detected). Carbon buildup on the intake valves may be affecting combustion.
A21-007
Jun 1, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301a??P0304 (cylinder misfire detected). Carbon buildup on the intake valves may be affecting combustion.
A21-007
Jun 1, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301a??P0304 (cylinder misfire detected). Carbon buildup on the intake valves may be affecting combustion.
A21-007
Jun 1, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301a??P0304 (cylinder misfire detected). Carbon buildup on the intake valves may be affecting combustion.
A21-007
Jun 1, 2022
061530 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:SEALS/GASKETS
Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301a??P0304 (cylinder misfire detected). Carbon buildup on the intake valves may be affecting combustion.
A21-007
Feb 18, 2022
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301-P0304 (cylinder misfire detected).
A22010A
Jan 15, 2022
073000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
ServiceNews Article - When diagnosing a Fit within the above VIN range with a misfire complaint, start by doing service bulletin 21-007 (Carbon Buildup with Misfire DTCs) instead of replacing fuel injectors. These vehicles use an improved i
A22010A
Jan 15, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ServiceNews Article - When diagnosing a Fit within the above VIN range with a misfire complaint, start by doing service bulletin 21-007 (Carbon Buildup with Misfire DTCs) instead of replacing fuel injectors. These vehicles use an improved i
A21-007
Dec 15, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301-P0304 (cylinder misfire detected).
A21-007
Jun 18, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301-P0304 (cylinder misfire detected).
APTD05242021
May 24, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - Released on April 30th, service bulletin 21-007 addresses random or single-cylinder misfire concerns on 2015-2020 Fit models. Part of the corrective action involves cleaning the intake ports of any carbon buildup using a me
A21-007
May 14, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301-P0304 (cylinder misfire detected).
A21-007
May 14, 2021
116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301-P0304 (cylinder misfire detected).
A21-007
May 14, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301-P0304 (cylinder misfire detected).
A21-007
Apr 30, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301-P0304 (cylinder misfire detected).
A07-030
Jan 23, 2021
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
"Service Bulletin - There are several A/C leak detection tools available. -Refrigerant Gas Leak Detector -Ultrasonic Leak Detector -Leak Dye"
A21-005
Jan 18, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin - The blower motor makes excessive noise, runs slowly, or intermittently stops working.
A21010B
Jan 18, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
"ServiceNews Article - If normal troubleshooting suggests replacing the fuel injectors, check the long-term fuel trim using the i-HDS to ensure that it's fixed right the first time. -If it is less than 1.0% (lean), then it's most likely ca
A21010B
Jan 18, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
"ServiceNews Article - If normal troubleshooting suggests replacing the fuel injectors, check the long-term fuel trim using the i-HDS to ensure that it's fixed right the first time. -If it is less than 1.0% (lean), then it's most likely ca
APaS02262020
Feb 26, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2017-2019 Fits with a customer complaint of the MIL on with the misfire DTCs stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect
APaS01312020905
Jan 31, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2017-2019 Fits with a customer complaint of the MIL on with the misfire DTCs stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect
APaS01162020905
Jan 16, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2017-2019 Fits with a customer complaint of the MIL on with the misfire DTCs stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect
APaS01162020905
Jan 16, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2017-2019 Fits with a customer complaint of the MIL on with the misfire DTCs stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect
APaS11042019
Nov 4, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2017-2019 Fits with a customer complaint of the MIL on with the misfire DTCs stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect
APaS10282019911
Oct 28, 2019
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2017-2019 Fits with a customer complaint of the MIL on with the misfire DTCs stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect
APaS10282019911
Oct 28, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2017-2019 Fits with a customer complaint of the MIL on with the misfire DTCs stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect
AAW10212019
Oct 21, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Dealer Message - On August 29, 2019, American Honda launched five revised and one new Warranty Extension paint bulletins. Please review the following summary of requirements within these bulletins and share with the appropriate staff to ens
AAW10212019
Oct 21, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
Dealer Message - On August 29, 2019, American Honda launched five revised and one new Warranty Extension paint bulletins. Please review the following summary of requirements within these bulletins and share with the appropriate staff to ens
A19090B
Sep 20, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
ServiceNews Article - Have you noticed the fill plug on a CVT has popped out or seems to be leaking? This is caused by pressure building up at the fill plug due to the vent cap getting plugged with debris.
A19-064
Aug 29, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin - This warranty extension only applies to 2015-18 Fit and 2016-18 HR-V vehicles that are painted NH-788P. AHM referred to the white pearl paint as both White Orchid Pearl and Bellanova White. The exterior paint on the vehic
AAW08072019
Aug 7, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Dealer Message - In the last few weeks, American Honda has issued several paint warranty extension service bulletins on the Pilot, Odyssey, HR-V and Fit models due to paint defects under S/B# 19-055, 19-056, 19 057, 19-058 and 19-064. It is
ONL6P108062019
Aug 6, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Owner Notification Letter - On some 2015-18 Fit and 2016-18 HR-V models, the exterior paint on the vehicle may peel off. To ensure your confidence in your vehicle, American Honda is extending the warranty on the vehicle's exterior paint to
A19-064
Jul 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin - This warranty extension only applies to 2015-18 Fit and 2016-18 HR-V vehicles that are painted NH-788P. AHM referred to the white pearl paint as both White Orchid Pearl and Bellanova White. The exterior paint on the vehic
A19-069
Jul 4, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin - Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (HFL) freezes after a phone call and stored voice tags are missing when the ignition is turned to ON.
A19-064
Jun 5, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Service Bulletin - The exterior paint on the vehicle may peel off. American Honda is extending the warranty on the paint of the affected vehicles to 7 years from the original date of purchase with no mileage limit. This warranty extension d
ABOM06052019
Jun 5, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Dealer Message - Today, June 5, 2019, American Honda is announcing a warranty extension for certain 2015-18 Fit and 2016-18 HR-V vehicles with White Orchid Pearl paint to address customer concerns with peeling paint. American Honda is exten
A19050B
May 16, 2019
010000 STEERING
ServiceNews Article - When removing and installing a cable reel, you need to keep both the cable reel and the steering angle sensor in position. If you don't , the VSA indicator may come on along with one or more VSA DTCs. And when you run
A18-082
Apr 26, 2019
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Service Bulletin - SiriusXM Radio does not work for subscribers after the 3-month trial period, and iPhones cannot connect to Apple CarPlay.
A18-082
Apr 26, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin - SiriusXM Radio does not work for subscribers after the 3-month trial period, and iPhones cannot connect to Apple CarPlay.
APaS01022019904
Jan 2, 2019
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2018-2019 Fits with a customer complaint of the rear door latches binding or inop. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior t
APaS01022019904
Jan 2, 2019
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2018-2019 Fits with a customer complaint of the rear door latches binding or inop. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior t
APaS11262018904
Nov 26, 2018
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2018-2019 Fits with a customer complaint of the rear door latches binding or inop. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior t
APaS11262018904
Nov 26, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2018-2019 Fits with a customer complaint of the rear door latches binding or inop. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior t
APaS11262018904
Nov 26, 2018
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2018-2019 Fits with a customer complaint of the rear door latches binding or inop. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior t
APaS11262018904
Nov 26, 2018
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2018-2019 Fits with a customer complaint of the rear door latches binding or inop. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior t
APaS11052018902
Nov 5, 2018
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2018-2019 Fits with a customer complaint of the rear door latches binding or inop. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior t
A18082
Aug 10, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service bulletin - SiriusXM? Radio does not work after the 3 month trial period. Some audio units are not updated to the latest software version.
ATS170902
Sep 22, 2017
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Tech line summary article - At PDI, are the Collision Mitigation Braking System and Road Departure Mitigation indicators blinking but no DTCs are set? We?re aware of this issue, and we currently have it under investigation.
ATS170902
Sep 22, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech line summary article - At PDI, are the Collision Mitigation Braking System and Road Departure Mitigation indicators blinking but no DTCs are set? We?re aware of this issue, and we currently have it under investigation.
ATS170902
Sep 22, 2017
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Tech line summary article - At PDI, are the Collision Mitigation Braking System and Road Departure Mitigation indicators blinking but no DTCs are set? We?re aware of this issue, and we currently have it under investigation.
APaS08302017901
Aug 30, 2017
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) discovered that certain 2018 FIT vehicles may have the Honda Sensing Light flashing at ignition II position during PDI (as seen below) and your dealership might have received affected vehicles. Please
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
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
NHTSA Safety Investigations, HONDA FIT
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE10037
Opened: Sep 16, 2010 , Closed: Dec 20, 2010
Low Beam Headlights
In their Defect Information Report (DIR) of December 15, 2010, American Honda Motor Company, Inc. (Honda) notified NHTSA that it will conduct a safety recall of model year 2007 and 2008 Honda Fit vehicles to repair the headlights.The recall will remedy a defect in the low beam headlight circuit that... Read more
HONDA FIT - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HONDA FIT across all model years (2007, 2020).
93
Total Recalls
2,747
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
235
Reported Crashes
37
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
HONDA FIT - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.