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2013 Honda Fit: recalls and problems

10 recalls and 176 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is air bags.

10recalls
176complaints
14crashes reported
4fires reported
16injuries reported

Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Air Bags89 · 51%
  • Electrical System20 · 11%
  • Engine14 · 8%
  • Unknown Or Other12 · 7%
  • Power Train11 · 6%
  • Structure9 · 5%
  • Electronic Stability Control (ESC)9 · 5%
  • Steering8 · 5%
  • Vehicle Speed Control8 · 5%
  • Exterior Lighting4 · 2%

What owners report

Power Train

I was driving and came to a four-way stop. when i accelerated from the stop, i heard a loud snapping noise and immediately lost the ability to drive the vehicle, although the engine continued to run normally. after inspecting the vehicle, it appears that the cv axle failed due to extensive rust and deterioration. while researching repair options, i discovered that a recall was issued for certain vehicles in specific

Electrical System Fire

Electrical fire.happened friday 6/5/26 sometime after i parked for the night. vehicle was parked for the night. i went out the next day and the key fob nor the key would open the door. to try and see what might be jammed, i went and looked in the passenger side window and saw the damage.

Engine

The coil component for the spark plug melted completely which caused the vehicle to stop working leaving me stranded on the side of the road.

Structure

Paint has peeled extensively allowing for rust to form to roof and hood, which i suspect is a defect as opposed to natural wear. similar fits of white color have an existing class action lawsuit. this is for blue color.

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2013 Honda Fit 5 HB FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering FIT, FIT EV. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.