Research · Small Station Wagons

2026 Honda HR-VRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 20 owner complaints for the 2026 Honda HR-V. Most complaints involve electrical system (4) and lane departure (3). 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
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
20
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,300est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2026 Honda HR-V as of Nov 3, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 3, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

20 complaints filed with NHTSA · Aug 2025 – Oct 2026
  1. Electrical system4
  2. Lane departure3
  3. Visibility/wiper2
  4. Service brakes2
  5. Power train2
  6. Steering2
  7. Air bags1
  8. Engine1
  9. Fuel/propulsion system1

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
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
2
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

Electrical system

4 reports
“Driving and all of sudden rear windshield shattered glass flying scared me! Took it dealership and technician inspected vehicle and quoted that it shattered due to wires getting hot and shattered the glass. Of course isn't covered on my insurance but other consumers having same problems. My insurance company will not pay for rental while it's being repaired and it's costing me get it fixed.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 8, 2026Electrical systemODI 11748987

Lane departure

3 reports
“Brake System Problem warning, an issue with the Lane Keeping Assist, the vehicle pulling to the right, and, most importantly, an incident where the brake pedal went all the way to the floor while braking.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 3, 2026Service brakes, Lane departureODI 11768735

Visibility/wiper

2 reports
“2026 Honda HR-V EX-L — Windshield Optical Defect Research 1. Description of the problem My vehicle is a 2026 Honda HR-V EX-L. The windshield has multi-colored bubbles and streak across the glass that becomes particularly noticeable when the sun is low in the sky. The glass appears to scatter sunlight, creating numerous tiny specks or a sparkling effect that is distracting when driving. I have thoroughly cleaned both the inside and outside of the windshield, but the condition has not improved. My dealership has not provided a satisfactory explanation or resolution. I am concerned that this may be a windshield manufacturing or optical-quality defect that Honda has not yet formally recognized because relatively few owners have reported the same symptom. 2. Research findings Reports of similar windshield symptoms Owners of other Honda models have described tiny spots or apparent imperfections in their windshields that become especially noticeable when driving toward the low sun. One discussion on the Unofficial Honda Fit Forums describes a similar effect involving tiny spots across the windshield and light This defect blocks your vision while driving”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 23, 2026Visibility/wiperODI 11773149
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$2,300311
HR-V AWD
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · All-Wheel Drive
253027$2,400328
  • 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 N/A 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 N/A 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 20890Vehicle 20889
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

2026 HR-V questions

How many recalls does the 2026 Honda HR-V have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 3, 2026.

What are the most common 2026 Honda HR-V problems?

Owners filed 20 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (4), lane departure (3), visibility/wiper (2). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2026 Honda HR-V get?

The EPA rates the 2026 Honda HR-V at 27–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2026 Honda HR-V?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2026 Honda HR-V 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 3, 2026