2019 Honda Fit Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Honda Fit.

20182020
Complaints
187
Crashes
14
Fires
1
Injuries
4
Fatalities
Recalls
5

Worst 2019 Honda Fit Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#142 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:18,700 mi
Crash-related:2
#238 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:12,643 mi
Crash-related:2
#313 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:20,937 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Honda Fit.

Electrical Faults
42
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
18,700
Fuel System
38
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
12,643
Engine Problems
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
20,937
Gasoline Fuel System
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
24,942
Body Structure
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
17,000
Lane Departure: Assist
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Horn
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring:Switches/Knobs/Buttons
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Electrical
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Equipment:Electrical:Anti-Theft Devices
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel Pump
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Evaporative Emissions:Canister
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Honda Fit

5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~3,480,379 vehicles.

24V384000Back Over Prevention:software · Back Over Prevention:display Function
~114,686 affected

Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles that were previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 23V-046. The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

23V858000Fuel Pump
~2,490,460 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

23V046000Back Over Prevention:display Function · Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~114,686 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

21V215000Fuel Pump
~624,552 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

20V314000Fuel Pump
~135,995 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

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2019 Honda Fit — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2019 Honda Fit reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2019 Honda Fit has 187 NHTSA complaints, 14 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 42 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Honda Fit?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (42 complaints, avg 18,700 mi); Fuel System (38 complaints, avg 12,643 mi); Engine Problems (13 complaints, avg 20,937 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Honda Fit?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 17,463 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Honda Fit?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Honda Fit include 14 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 4 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2019 Honda Fit have any recalls?
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 3,480,379 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Honda Fit?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Honda Fit reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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