2019 Honda HR-V Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Honda HR-V. Part of Generation 1 — 2016–2022.

20182020
Complaints
292
Crashes
26
Fires
2
Injuries
5
Fatalities
Recalls
5

Worst 2019 Honda HR-V Problems

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

#152 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:35,186 mi
Crash-related:1
#235 complaints

Gasoline Fuel System

Avg mileage:21,907 mi
#328 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:20,255 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Honda HR-V.

Electrical Faults
52
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
35,186
Gasoline Fuel System
35
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
21,907
Fuel System
28
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
20,255
Brakes
17
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
7,550
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
15
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
14
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
25,552
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
9,300
Transmission / Drivetrain
12
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
16,009
Unintended Acceleration
9
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
15,207
Body Structure
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
7,500
Airbags
7
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
Avg Miles
36,667
Lane Departure: Warning
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
9,300
Lane Departure: Assist
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Srs Malfunction Warning Lamp/Light
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Fuel Gauge
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door:Handle:Exterior
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Honda HR-V

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 HR-V — FAQ

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

Is the 2019 Honda HR-V reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2019 Honda HR-V has 292 NHTSA complaints, 26 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 52 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Honda HR-V?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (52 complaints, avg 35,186 mi); Gasoline Fuel System (35 complaints, avg 21,907 mi); Fuel System (28 complaints, avg 20,255 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 HR-V?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 22,313 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 HR-V?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Honda HR-V include 26 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 5 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 HR-V 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 HR-V?
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 HR-V reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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