Is the Honda Fit Reliable?
2007–2020 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Honda Fit Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 29 | 1 | — | 66 | Good |
| 2019 | 3 | 96 | 1 | — | 55 | Fair |
| 2018 | 2 | 87 | 7 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2017 | 0 | 39 | — | — | 70 | Good |
| 2016 | 1 | 80 | 2 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2015 | 3 | 185 | 10 | — | 50 | Fair |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2013 | 6 | 98 | 6 | — | 37 | Poor |
| 2012 | 7 | 63 | — | — | 35 | Poor |
| 2011 | 6 | 75 | 3 | — | 39 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Fit Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Fit scores 19 points below the average sedan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Honda Fit Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 752 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Honda Fit reliable?+
The Honda Fit scores 53/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 29 recall campaigns and 752 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Fit is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2017 Fit achieved the highest reliability score of 70/100 with 0 recalls and 39 complaints.
How many miles does a Fit last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Honda Fit owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Fit will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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