Honda problems
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (本田技研工業株式会社, Honda Giken Kōgyō Kabushiki gaisha, lit. 'Honda Institute of Technology and Industry Company', IPA: ⓘ; /ˈhɒndə/) is a Japanese public multinational conglomerate manufacturer of automobiles, motorcycles, and battery-powered equipment, headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, Japan.
Honda has been the world's largest motorcycle manufacturer since 1959, reaching a production of 400 million by the end of 2019. It is also the world's largest manufacturer of internal combustion engines measured by volume, producing more than 14 million internal combustion engines each year. Honda became the second-largest Japanese automobile manufacturer in 2001. In 2015, Honda was the eighth largest automobile manufacturer in the world.
Honda was the first Japanese automobile manufacturer to release a dedicated luxury brand, Acura, in 1986. Aside from their core automobile and motorcycle businesses, Honda also manufactures garden equipment, marine engines, personal watercraft, power generators, and other products. Since 1986, Honda has been involved with artificial intelligence/robotics research and released their ASIMO robot in 2000. They have also ventured into aerospace with the establishment of GE Honda Aero Engines in 2004 and the Honda HA-420 HondaJet, which began production in 2012. Honda has two joint-ventures in China: Dongfeng Honda and GAC Honda.
In 2013, Honda invested about 5.7% (US$6.8 billion) of its revenues into research and development. Also in 2013, Honda became the first Japanese automaker to be a net exporter from the United States, exporting 108,705 Honda and Acura models, while importing only 88,357.
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Common Honda problems
Based on the complaints from owners of Honda cars, here are some common problems with Honda vehicles:
- Transmission Failure: Honda cars, including models like Accord, Civic, Odyssey, and CR-V, are known to experience transmission failure. Symptoms include slipping gears, hesitation while shifting, and difficulty accelerating. Factors contributing to this issue can be poor maintenance, overheating, and manufacturing defects. Regular transmission fluid changes and prompt inspection by a qualified mechanic are crucial to prevent and address this problem.
- Airbag Defects: Honda cars have faced issues with defective airbags, particularly those made by the Takata Corporation. These faulty airbags can explode upon deployment, posing serious safety risks. If your Honda is part of a recall for defective airbags, immediate repair is essential to ensure safety.
- Engine Problems: Despite Honda's reputation for reliable engines, some models like the Civic have reported engine stalling, loss of power, and oil leaks. Following the manufacturer's maintenance schedule, regular oil changes, tune-ups, and air filter replacements are vital to prevent and address engine issues.
- Faulty Ignition Interlock: Certain Honda models, like the Pilot, have experienced issues where the car moves due to a faulty ignition interlock. This problem arises from modifications to the ignition switch without adjusting the blocking mechanism, leading to potential damage and safety concerns.
- Power Steering Hose Failure: Exposure to high temperatures can damage the power steering hose in Honda cars, causing fluid leakage. This can lead to smoke, fire hazards, and other safety risks. Regular maintenance and inspection are crucial to detect and address power steering issues promptly.
- Electrical Issues: Honda cars may encounter electrical problems such as dead batteries, malfunctioning headlights, or faulty alternators. These issues can be caused by various factors like a faulty battery, damaged alternator, or blown fuses. Timely replacement of faulty components and proper maintenance can help prevent and resolve electrical issues.
- Premature Brake Wear: Some Honda models, like the Accord and Acura TSX, have been reported to experience premature brake wear. Front and rear brake pads may need replacement earlier than expected, potentially due to issues with the electronic brake-distribution system. Monitoring brake performance and addressing wear promptly is essential to ensure safe driving.
These common problems with Honda cars highlight the importance of regular maintenance, prompt repairs, and awareness of potential issues to ensure the longevity and safety of your vehicle.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Honda models
We have analysed all the complaints filed against Honda cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Honda models:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Honda brand.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Honda models
We have also compiled a table for you with the number of complaints about specific models of Honda cars:
Distribution of Honda car problems by type
Based on an anlyse of all Honda related complaints and concluded that the most common problems with Honda cars are the following:
- Air bags problems
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Service brakes problems
Below is a graph with statistics on all Honda vehicle components and the number of complaints about them.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Honda models
A total of 6698 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Honda models
There were a total of 997 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Honda models
There were a total of 6203 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by Honda models
There were a total of 461 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model.
The NHTSA has received 88675 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Honda Honda. Below are 15 recent complaints about various Honda models. In order to research complaints about a particular brand you need to select it from the list of available models above.
List of the last 15 complaints about Honda models
Honda Pilot 2008
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-04
- Date Complaint: 2024-11-06
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: 5FNYF18308B
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Failure of Honda Pilot OEM jack. On 11/04/24 I was jacking up the right rear wheel of my 2008 Honda Pilot when the OEM scissor jack I was using suddenly and loudly broke, allowing the wheel to come down violently. Note that I was jacking the vehicle on a firm, level surface, using the reinforced jacking point as instructed in the vehicle manual, and that the vehicle did NOT fall off of the jack; the jack simply broke. I removed the jack from under the vehicle and inspected and tested it. The threaded rod in the jack would no longer turn smoothly and when testing the jack, it would not lift any weight without falling back down. Summary: Failure of 2008 Honda Pilot jack Failure did put me at risk when jacked wheel suddenly fell. Jack has not been inspected or tested by dealer, etc, Jack failed without warning. Incident not reported to police, insurance, etc. Jack IS available for inspection.
Honda Odyssey 2002
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-07
- Date Complaint: 2024-11-02
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: 2HKRL18602H
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: SRS light stays on. According to my mechanic, it is a SRS fault 1-1 which is a resistance issue at assembly, not the coil.
Honda Accord hybrid 2019
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-26
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-27
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: 1HGCV1F34KA
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: My car has difficulty starting and shows up that the battery is dead. When I checked the battery, it was fine. My car has a strange smell coming out of the AC, my oil light is on even if the oil is fine and brand new. Something is wrong with the fuel pump as well.
Honda Accord 2018
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-26
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-27
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: 1HGCV1F13JA
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Everyday the vehicles struggles to pick up on speed and stalls out. I am often holding up traffic because I’m driving to slow. I have to very very very slowly accelerate so that the car doesn’t stall. When the trying to accelerate it often skips and jerks while driving. I often wonder if this will affect me while driving on the interstate. I fear that a bad accident is on the horizon with these issues. Could you please help. I’ve tried multiple times since last December to get the car fixed and Honda refuses to fix my vehicle even though I received a letter in the mail saying more repair parts are available.
Honda Cr-v 2024
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-27
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-27
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: 7FARS6H96RE
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Car suddenly slows for no reason. No accidents yet. No police reports. Car suddenly slowing for no reason causes driver confusion and can invite rear end collisions from cars behind. Driving 45 mph with cruise control engaged on a two lane road, car suddenly slows to about 20 mph for no reason. It has happened 3 times randomly at about the same spot in one highway and and twice on other highways. Suddenly slowing while passing large vehicles causes driver confusion, invites rear end collisions, and the inability to safely complete the passing of the large vehicle. When driving 65 to 70 mph with cruise control engaged and passing an 18 wheeler, the car randomly suddenly slows to about the speed or the truck when it is about 10 feet from being nose to nose with the truck. Happens every 5th to 10th passing of an 18 wheeler.
Honda Cr-v 2024
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-27
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-27
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: 7FARS6H84RE
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE,LANE DEPARTURE
- Summary: Had all of the warning adaptive driver assistance systems malfunction off all of a sudden warning me to pull over and contact dealer. Car was driving fine but scared me so much that I pulled over. Awaiting to hear back from dealer. I bought the brand new 2024 Honda CRV Hybrid in January and it has 12000 miles on it so far.
Honda Pilot 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-27
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-27
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: 5FNYF5H38GB
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I just purchased this vehicle this year if any components failed I do not know of it.
Honda Civic 2019
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-27
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-27
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: 19XFC2F67KE
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Steering wheel sticks.
Honda Accord 2019
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-26
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-27
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: 1HGCV1F34KA
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: My car has difficulty starting and shows up that the battery is dead. When I checked the battery, it was fine. My car has a strange smell coming out of the AC, my oil light is on even if the oil is fine and brand new. Something is wrong with the fuel pump as well.
Honda Pilot 2019
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-09
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-27
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: 5FNYF6H04KB
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Connecting rod bearing failure. Engine was making knocking noise noticeable under 2000 RPM. Engine could experience sudden loss of power if engine failed. Dealer inspected engine internals and found a spun connecting rod bearing, requiring engine short block to be replaced. Vehicle falls in the production date range stated on recall 573 for this exact issue, however Honda Corporate stated VIN doesn't match affected units.
Honda Cr-v 2019
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-27
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-27
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: 2HKRW2H56KH
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: A few times, the car has braked suddenly even when there were no cars or people in front of it. The last two instances were particularly dangerous because another car was right behind me, and the car braked hard. My daughter was in the car during these incidents, so I've since turned off the driving assistance feature because I believe it's more dangerous than driving without it. I can say that this has happened more than eight times."
Honda Passport 2019
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-27
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-27
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: 5FNYF8H90KB
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: The Engine transmission surges as it changes gears probably due to the fuel pump recall issue. This surging and/or delay motion is worsening. The recall notice has been in place for over 2 years and local Honda dealership is still unable to acquire the replacement parts.
Honda Crosstour 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-04
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-27
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: 5J6TF2H51CL
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Car was due for timing belt maintenance at 100k miles. Timing belt and related parts were changed August 2023. I was told belt will last 100k miles. October 2024, 13.5 months later, the belt fails and causes catastrophic damage to the engine. My son had to push the car to the side the highway when this happened. Honda service said the engine is “toast” and is a cost of $7,000 to be replaced. Reached out to Honda corporate for help due to defective part. They said the part had a 12 month warranty and the car is too old to help you. I can only trust the people but so much but I should be able to trust the parts when they are OEM. Disappointed Honda no longer stands behind it parts.
Honda Odyssey 2006
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-27
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: 5FNRL38796B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The back doors start to open and close alone, then they did not open. I had to disconnect the electric doors .And the A/C It turns on by itself
Honda Passport 2019
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-24
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-26
- Number Of Injuries: 0
- Number Of Deaths: 0
- Crash: 0
- Fire: 0
- VIN: 5FNYF7H51KB
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,BACK OVER PREVENTION,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The automatic emergency braking system engages in times when it is not appropriate to do so. The vehicle will flash the “brake” warning light on the dashboard, will shake the steering wheel, apply light braking, and in a few instances has applied hard braking. We have been unable to determine a specific trigger for this issue. The vehicle will engage this feature on strait roads with no other vehicles or obstructions on the road. It has happened during both rainy and sunny conditions. The vehicle has also exhibited this behavior when going up and down hills both with and without other vehicles present. The vehicle will do this sometimes when other vehicles enter our lane at a safe distance and at low speeds, at or below 30 mph. The vehicle has also done this at highway speeds of 55+ mph both with and without other vehicles or obstructions in the roadway. We have experienced this while driving curvy roads both with vehicles passing in the opposite lane of traffic and when no other vehicles are present. The feature appears to randomly engage at all speeds between 15+ mph to 70+ mph with or without vehicles on the roadway. It also doesn’t appear to matter if a vehicle is in our lane, an adjacent lane, or the opposite lane of traffic. This issue was identified and has been ongoing since the vehicle was purchased in October 2023. The issue happens at least 1 time most days the vehicle is driven but can range between 1 time and 3+ times each day. The vehicle is driven consistently 30+ miles each day with occasional trips of 300-500 miles in a single day. The other issue we have noticed is the rear cross traffic warning. We have noticed something’s this will engage when no other traffic or obstacles are present. We have also observed this feature failing to engage when a vehicle or obstacle is present. This issue does not happen often but has been observed enough that is has come to my attention as a potential issue.
Latest 5 Honda recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2041 recalls involving various Honda models.You can learn more about the model you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Honda Cr-v hybrid 2023
- Report Received Date: 2024-10-14
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid, and 2025 Honda Civic and Civic Hybrid vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel.
- Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PJW.
- Model: Honda Accord hybrid 2023
- Report Received Date: 2024-10-14
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid, and 2025 Honda Civic and Civic Hybrid vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel.
- Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PJW.
- Model: Honda Cr-v hybrid 2024
- Report Received Date: 2024-10-14
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid, and 2025 Honda Civic and Civic Hybrid vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel.
- Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PJW.
- Model: Honda Accord 2024
- Report Received Date: 2024-10-14
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid, and 2025 Honda Civic and Civic Hybrid vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel.
- Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PJW.
- Model: Honda Accord 2023
- Report Received Date: 2024-10-14
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid, and 2025 Honda Civic and Civic Hybrid vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel.
- Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PJW.
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