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2018 Honda HR-V Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 2.6× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
151Complaints
3Recalls
11Crashes
0Fires
5Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Electrical System (27.8% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Electrical System complaints here are 2.6× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Electrical System42 · 27.8%not available
Fuel System, Gasoline27 · 17.9%RecalledRecall 20V314000 · Recall 23V858000
Service Brakes15 · 9.9%RecalledRecall 18V777000
Power Train15 · 9.9%not available
Fuel/propulsion System13 · 8.6%RecalledRecall 20V314000 · Recall 23V858000
Engine13 · 8.6%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

Unspecified / other22 · 14.6%
SERVICE BRAKES15 · 9.9%
POWER TRAIN15 · 9.9%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM13 · 8.6%
ENGINE13 · 8.6%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL10 · 6.6%
STRUCTURE:BODY9 · 6%
VISIBILITY/WIPER6 · 4%

Percentages are the share of the 151 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 3 campaigns

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper

NHTSA campaign 18V777000 · 2018 · reported 11/01/2018

A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump

NHTSA campaign 20V314000 · 2020 · reported 05/28/2020

If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump

NHTSA campaign 23V858000 · 2023 · reported 12/18/2023

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“I am writing to report a serious safety concern involving my vehicle. The car has exhibited repeated instances of unintended activation while parked and left…”NHTSA complaint 11682089 — filed 08/21/2025 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“On the driver's dashboard, the right side gauge of the dash blinks out and shows unreadable letters/characters. This makes it impossible to rear this gauge…”NHTSA complaint 11673847 — filed 07/15/2025 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“The instrument cluster, specifically the odometer, fuel gauge, etc. (Right side) Rarely lights up to show how much fuel is in the tank, oil life…”NHTSA complaint 11659299 — filed 05/06/2025 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Honda HR-V?

Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 42 of 151 NHTSA complaints (27.8%), followed by fuel system, gasoline (27), unspecified/other issues (22), service brakes (15). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2018 Honda HR-V have?

151 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 11 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 5 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2018 Honda HR-V have any recalls?

Yes — 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 18V777000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2018 Honda HR-V's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.