Honda Fit 2016 recalls, problems, complaints and safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Honda Fit 2016 and 121 complaints filed by owners. It has 34% more complaints than the average Honda Fit from 2016–2020 (91 per year).

These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.

Recalls issued for the Honda Fit 2016

Structure and body
NHTSA campaign 15V697000 · 2015-10-23

What happens

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Fit LX-trim vehicles manufactured April 11, 2014, to July 02, 2015 and not equipped with a sunroof. In the affected vehicles, the rear grab handle brackets were not manufactured properly, and as a result, the brackets may puncture the side curtain air bags upon their deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection" and number 226, "Ejection Mitigation".

Consequence

If the side curtain air bags are punctured upon deployment, the outboard seat occupants may be at a higher risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear grab handle bracket, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JV8.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 15V697000

Complaints from other owners

121 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.

5 with a crash · 3 injuries

Most reported problems on the Honda Fit 2016

• Electrical system: 54 (45% of complaints)
• Fuel and propulsion: 18 (15% of complaints)
• Engine: 12 (10% of complaints)
• Tires: 7 (6% of complaints)
• Powertrain and transmission: 7 (6% of complaints)

Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.

What to check before buying a Honda Fit 2016

• Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
• Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
• Check for loss of power, stalling or uneven acceleration on the test drive.
• Start it cold, listen for noises, look for oil or coolant leaks and exhaust smoke.
• Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.

Safety rating (NCAP)

Honda Fit recalls by year

• 2016 : 1 recall · 121 complaints
• 2017 : 0 recalls · 43 complaints
• 2018 : 4 recalls · 117 complaints
• 2019 : 6 recalls · 136 complaints
• 2020 : 4 recalls · 36 complaints

Guides for this check

• What is a car recall and how to get it fixed for free
• Pre-purchase inspection for a used car: what to check
• Questions to ask the seller of a used car

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Honda Fit 2016 have?

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Honda Fit 2016. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.

What is the most common problem with the Honda Fit 2016?

In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: electrical system (54 of 121 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.