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2016 Honda Fit recalls and problems

The 2016 Honda Fit has 1 safety recall and 122 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
122
Crashes / fires
5 / 0
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2016 Honda Fit vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2016 Honda Fit recalls

Recall 15V-697: Structure, Air Bags

Reported Oct 23, 2015 · 25,367 vehicles affected · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Fit LX-trim vehicles manufactured April 11, 2014, to July 02, 2015 and not equipped with a sunroof. In the affected vehicles, the rear grab handle brackets were not manufactured properly, and as a result, the brackets may puncture the side curtain air bags upon their deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection" and number 226, "Ejection Mitigation".

Risk: If the side curtain air bags are punctured upon deployment, the outboard seat occupants may be at a higher risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear grab handle bracket, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JV8.

2016 Honda Fit problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System56
Fuel/Propulsion System18
Unknown or Other17
Engine12
Power Train7
Tires7
Service Brakes5
Wheels4
Air Bags4
Vehicle Speed Control4
Exterior Lighting4
Structure3

Most reported parts

  • Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 3
  • Structure › Body — 2
  • Tires › Sidewall — 2
  • Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
  • Equipment › Electrical › Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. — 1
  • Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 1
  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System — 1
  • Electrical System › Instrument Panel › Fuel Gauge › Fuel Level Float/Sensor/Sending Unit — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 37,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2016 Honda Fit complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · reported Oct 25, 2026
The instrument panel on my Honda fit, which shows the mileage, gas levels, oil levels and statuses, flickers and goes completely blank when it gets cold outside. This has been determined to be the result of faulty soldering on the circuit board of Honda Fits manufactured between 2015 - 2020. I went to the Honda Dealership to fix it and their response was that it's a known issue, but Honda won't allow them to fix it. But it's faulty manufacturing on the part of Honda! Not being able to see the honda fit dashboard is safety hazard when driving especially if you can see the electronic gauges on…
Engine · reported Oct 7, 2026
- Vehicle experienced a cylinder-specific misfire (P0304) at ~60,000 miles - Dealer diagnosed a faulty fuel injector, confirmed as a known issue covered by Honda Service Bulletin 22-002 - The misfire caused rough running / hesitation - As part of the service bulletin, Honda offered to replace the fuel injectors under the following conditions: <10 years from purchase date, <150,000 miles
Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Sep 12, 2026
I had multiple lights trigger on one day, so I took it to get the codes read. Both times I got it read it said there was an issue with the fuel injector and master cylinder. I found out online that a lot of Honda fits in my year have been recalled for the fuel injectors going out. Sadly mine wasn’t on the list so I figured I’d report it since my fuel injectors are going out. Thank you.
Tires · reported Jul 30, 2026
This is the third Dextero DTR1 that has exhibited defects described in their 2016 recall (large cracks at the sidewall/tread area). This is a fatally serious defect: I would not drive at highway speed with these tires. My first complaint resulted in my tire being replaced. my second and third complaints are thus: there are no tires in stock to replace my defective tires and I was informed that a bank and routing number would be needed to pay me $109 for two defective tires. I complied with their request and was asked for additional personal information. I do not want to provide more personal…
Tires · reported Jul 16, 2026
I filed a report earlier and uploaded photos. My right front had a bump in the middle of the tire which caused that portion of tire (1/4) to go bald and caused the car bump as you drove it. the company, [XXX] asked for my bank routing number and account number and receipts which I provided. Afterwards, the female employee sent a form which I am uploading to return to their finance dept. I do not like having to give out personal info such as the form requires. When asked if a check can be sent she informed me that they could not send a check. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Honda Fit have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Honda Fit: 15V-697 (structure, air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Honda Fit?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (56 reports), followed by fuel/propulsion system (18). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 37,000 miles.

Are Honda recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Honda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.