Is the Honda Insight Reliable?
2000–2022 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints. Updated daily from federal safety databases.
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Honda Insight Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | 27 | 62 | Fair |
| 2021 | 2 | 22 | 68 | Good |
| 2020 | 5 | 28 | 46 | Fair |
| 2019 | 7 | 94 | 32 | Poor |
| 2006 | 1 | 2 | 93 | Excellent |
| 2005 | 0 | 2 | 98 | Excellent |
| 2004 | 0 | 2 | 98 | Excellent |
| 2003 | 0 | 29 | 67 | Good |
| 2002 | 1 | 24 | 70 | Good |
| 2001 | 2 | 27 | 63 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Insight Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Insight scores 4 points below the average hybrid. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Honda Insight Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 257 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Honda Insight reliable?+
The Honda Insight scores 70/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 20 recall campaigns and 257 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Insight is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2005 Insight achieved the highest reliability score of 98/100 with 0 recalls and 2 complaints.
How many miles does a Insight last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Honda Insight owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Insight will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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