Research · Small Station Wagons

2017 Honda FitRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 43 owner complaints for the 2017 Honda Fit. Most complaints involve electrical system (12) and engine (11). The EPA rates it 32–36 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
32–36mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
43
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$1,800est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2017 Honda Fit as of Oct 30, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 30, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

43 complaints filed with NHTSA · Nov 2017 – Sep 2026
  1. Electrical system12
  2. Engine11
  3. Fuel/propulsion system11
  4. Structure6
  5. Power train4
  6. Wheels3
  7. Suspension2
  8. Fuel system, gasoline1
  9. Visibility/wiper1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Fit model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
2007370
2008217
2009287
2010184
2011113
2012113
2013176
2015284
2016122
201743
2018117
2019138
202037
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

12 reports
“What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Electronic instrument panel goes blank or displays random pixels during cool and cold weather. Pushing the panel display selection button may bring the display back, back temporarily, or change the random pixels. Yes the vehicle can be inspected. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Display information goes blank! Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? No. This would be a VERY expensive electrical fault to repair and I am not paying it. Traditional display equipment never had this type of faults so it should not have been made electronic. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? No. See previous. None of those agents would do anything about it. Honda should put out a recall on this issue. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? Started in the winter of 2024-2025 some 7-8 years after car was manufactured.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 23, 2026Electrical systemODI 11766471

Engine

11 reports
“The contact owns 2017 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle hesitated. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and it was determined that cylinders #1, #2, and #4 had failed and cylinder #3 was currently operating. The mechanic performed a pressure test on all cylinders and that the cylinders needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure, and the contact was transferred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Nov 17, 2025Fuel system, gasoline, EngineODI 11699810

Fuel/propulsion system

11 reports
“After replacing fuel injectors recently I have no warning lights on but the car has been stalling and pulling. Today on the freeway as I attempted to accelerate from 30 mph my car jerked and pulled 3 times harshly almost causing an accident. Still no warning lights and this has happened multiple times. I have submitted a prior concern and it has not been addressed and the problem only continues and has gotten worse.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Dec 5, 2024Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11629134
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 30, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

3 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Station Wagons
Engines
1.5L 4-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Automatic (AV-S7) · Manual 6-spd
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Fit
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive
334036$1,800247
Fit
Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 1.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive
323734$1,900260
Fit
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive
293632$2,000281
  • Fit
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L
    33 city · 40 hwy · $1,800/yr
    36
    mpg comb.
  • Fit
    Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 1.5 L
    32 city · 37 hwy · $1,900/yr
    34
    mpg comb.
  • Fit
    Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L
    29 city · 36 hwy · $2,000/yr
    32
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Honda Fit 5 HB FWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
14.7%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 30, 2026Vehicle 11517
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2017 Fit questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Honda Fit have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 30, 2026.

What are the most common 2017 Honda Fit problems?

Owners filed 43 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (12), engine (11), fuel/propulsion system (11). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2017 Honda Fit get?

The EPA rates the 2017 Honda Fit at 32–36 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).

How safe is the 2017 Honda Fit?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2017 Honda Fit 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 30, 2026