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2024 Honda HR-VRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 110 owner complaints for the 2024 Honda HR-V. Most complaints involve steering (51) and electrical system (13). The EPA rates it 27–28 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
27–28mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
4campaigns
Latest Jan 2026
Owner complaints
110
Top: steering
Fuel cost / yr
$2,300est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

4 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Seats: critical fasteners

Free remedy

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, and 2024 HR-V, Pilot, and Acura Integra vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in a loose seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

SeatsReported Jan 30, 2026NHTSA 26V054000

Seats: critical fasteners

Free remedy

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in an unsecured seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

SeatsReported Nov 15, 2024NHTSA 24V859000

Steering

Free remedy

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.

SteeringReported Oct 4, 2024NHTSA 24V744000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 3, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

110 complaints filed with NHTSA · Aug 2023 – Oct 2026
  1. Steering51
  2. Electrical system13
  3. Visibility/wiper12
  4. Service brakes12
  5. Forward collision avoidance12
  6. Seat belts8
  7. Lane departure5
  8. Structure4
  9. Wheels4

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 HR-V model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
2016243
2017124
2018160
2019241
202086
202164
202289
2023688
2024110
202548
202620
20276
Crashes reported
8
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
8
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 3, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Steering

51 reports7 crashes
“My wheels will not stay aligned. I’ve had all the property services done to the car, and extra, by a Honda Dealer. I have 8 repair records to alignment on a new car, in under 18 months. Under my state of Virginia laws, only three safety fixes on a car authorize the car as a ‘dud’ and should be a buy back. Honda Corp has in their possession all documents and all notices needed under the law, since November 2025. Honda Corp is not responding. Hello, who holds them to the law? Who is above Honda? It’s been since months since I notified Honda and they won’t follow the law. Who overseas Honda? Hello?”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 25, 2026Steering, Suspension, WheelsODI 11739918

Electrical system

13 reports
“Vehicle began making loud chainsaw noise. Took to original location of purchase (Nissan Dealer - bought as used at 42k, no issues), was told that alternator, drive belt and tensioner were needing replacement as that was the location of noise. Took to Honda Dealer where I was originally told just tensioner, now they are stating alternator is faulty along with tensioner. Car only has 72k and most of miles are highway miles. No warning signs other than loud chainsaw noise that was constant while car in drive and idling (no noise in reverse).”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 28, 2026Electrical systemODI 11767424

Visibility/wiper

12 reports
“The driver side wiper does not spray fluid through the top of the blade only the nozzles at the bottom spray deicer/fluid. On highway driving especially in frost freeze conditions this limits the drivers ability to see forward as road dirt and frost/ice are not able to be removed. That the fluid only comes out the bottom means that the part of the windshield the driver needs to see out of is not completely cleaned or de-iced limiting specifically the drivers vision to the front. This has caused multiple near misses on highway and around town driving especially at night.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 12, 2025Visibility/wiperODI 11692940
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 3, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Station Wagons
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-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 Nov 3, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
HR-V FWD
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive
263228$2,300309
HR-V AWD
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · All-Wheel Drive
253027$2,400326
  • HR-V FWD
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    26 city · 32 hwy · $2,300/yr
    28
    mpg comb.
  • HR-V AWD
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    25 city · 30 hwy · $2,400/yr
    27
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 3, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Honda HR-V SUV AWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
14.3%
Overall
5 / 5
Honda HR-V SUV FWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
14.0%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 3, 2026Vehicle 18961Vehicle 18960
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

2024 HR-V questions

How many recalls does the 2024 Honda HR-V have?

4 safety recalls as of Nov 3, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2024 Honda HR-V problems?

Owners filed 110 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are steering (51), electrical system (13), visibility/wiper (12). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2024 Honda HR-V get?

The EPA rates the 2024 Honda HR-V at 27–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2024 Honda HR-V?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2024 Honda HR-V 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 3, 2026