JHMZC5F37JC0025172018 HONDA ClarityTOURING
2018 HONDA Clarity was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. No open recalls, complaints, or auction appearances were found — a clean result.
Executive Summary
2018 HONDA Clarity
2018 HONDA Clarity was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. No open recalls, complaints, or auction appearances were found — a clean result.
- Engine or platform shared with models that have documented failure issues
Title Brand Check
Mined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull
No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.
Vehicle Specifications
Decoded from NHTSA vPIC database
- Make
- HONDA
- Model
- Clarity
- Year
- 2018
- Trim / Series
- TOURING
- Body Style
- Sedan/Saloon
- Vehicle Type
- PASSENGER CAR
- Fuel Type
- Electric
- Engine
- 4-cyl 1.5L 103 hp
- Transmission
- Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
- Doors
- 4
- Manufacturer
- HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.
- Assembly
- SAYAMA, SAITAMA, JAPAN
- Curb Weight
- 4,059 lbs
- GVWR
- Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
- Electrification
- PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
Assembly Plant Quality
Plant: SAYAMA, SAITAMA
No specific quality data available for this plant. No documented recall or complaint concentrations on record.
Safety Intelligence
Composite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data
✓ No high-risk recall components found
- ▸Electric/hybrid vehicle — monitor for battery thermal events
1.5L VTEC Turbo: documented gasoline fuel diluting engine oil in cold climates — Honda extended warranty and class action settlement
Driver Assistance Features
ADAS equipment data from NHTSA vPIC database
NHTSA Safety Recalls
CLEARLegal & Regulatory Actions
Known class action lawsuits, settlements, and manufacturer extended warranty programs
5-Year Total Cost of Ownership
Estimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation
Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $22,514 (~$375/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile. EV maintenance costs are lower (no oil changes, fewer brake replacements).
Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Tailored for the 2018 HONDA Clarity — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list
Recall Probability Forecast
Estimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals
5% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.
Maintenance Schedule
OEM-specified service intervals for this vehicle
Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.
Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.
Insurance Cost Estimate
Estimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings
Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.
Manufacturer NHTSA Penalty History
Federal fines issued for recall delays and safety violations
HONDA has been fined $93M+ by NHTSA. Most recently in 2016: Additional penalties related to Takata airbag recall management.
State-Specific Legal Protections
What consumer laws apply to this vehicle purchase in your state
Select your state to see what consumer protection laws, lemon law coverage, and title disclosure requirements apply to this vehicle purchase.
Complete Data Table
All decoded fields in a single flattened view
Vehicle Identity
| VIN | JHMZC5F37JC002517 |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| Make | HONDA |
| Model | Clarity |
| Trim | TOURING |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
Body & Configuration
| Body Style | Sedan/Saloon |
| Doors | 4 |
| Fuel Type | Electric |
| Transmission | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) |
Engine
| Engine Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement (L) | 1.5 |
| Horsepower | 103 |
Manufacturer
| Manufacturer | HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD. |
| Assembly City | SAYAMA |
| Assembly Country | JAPAN |
VIN Structure
| WMI (Chars 1–3) | JHM |
| Check Digit (Char 9) | 7 |
| Model Year Code (Char 10) | J |
| Plant Code (Char 11) | C |
| Sequence (Chars 12–17) | 002517 |
Safety Data
| NHTSA Recall Count | 0 |
| NHTSA Complaint Count | 0 |
VIN Structure Decode
ISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number
Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 11/2/2026, 11:33:15 AM.