Honda Fit Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Honda Fit model year (2007–2020) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Honda Fit Years to Avoid
10 recalls · 232 complaints
24 reported injuries
Top issue: STEERING
Problem score: 310
8 recalls · 176 complaints
11 reported injuries
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 222
0 recalls · 189 complaints
10 reported injuries
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 209
Best Honda Fit Years to Buy
0 recalls · 35 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 37
0 recalls · 39 complaints
Main area: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Problem score: 39
8 recalls · 63 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 87
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Honda Fit — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 35 | 1 | — | 37 | Good |
| 2019 | 2 | 98 | 1 | — | 106 | Good |
| 2018 | 1 | 95 | 7 | — | 112 | Caution |
| 2017 | 0 | 39 | — | — | 39 | Good |
| 2016 | 0 | 85 | 2 | — | 89 | Good |
| 2015 | 0 | 189 | 10 | — | 209 | Avoid |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2013 | 8 | 98 | 6 | — | 134 | Caution |
| 2012 | 8 | 63 | — | — | 87 | Good |
| 2011 | 9 | 75 | 3 | — | 108 | Good |
| 2010 | 8 | 115 | 24 | — | 187 | Caution |
| 2009 | 8 | 176 | 11 | — | 222 | Avoid |
| 2008 | 8 | 141 | 17 | — | 199 | Caution |
| 2007 | 10 | 232 | 24 | — | 310 | Avoid |
All 14 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Honda Fit Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2020Recent Fit models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2020 stands out with just 37 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2014Mid-decade Fit units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2014 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder Fit models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Fit should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2007 Honda Fit if possible. It has 10 recalls, 232 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 310 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Fit to buy?+
The 2020 Honda Fit is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 37. It has only 0 recalls and 35 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Fit has the fewest problems?+
The 2020, 2017, 2012 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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