2013 Honda Fit: recalls and problems
10 recalls and 176 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is air bags.
Most common problems
What owners report
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 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.
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.
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.
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Honda Fit 5 HB FWD |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering FIT, FIT EV. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.