2023 Honda HR-V recalls and problems
The 2023 Honda HR-V has 3 safety recalls and 689 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2023 Honda HR-V vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2023 Honda HR-V recalls
Recall 24V-744: Steering
Problem: 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.
Risk: Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.
Recall 23V-858: Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem: 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.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Recall 23V-782: Seat Belts
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Accord and HR-V vehicles. The front seat belt pretensioners may be missing the rivet that secures the quick connector and wire plate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," 209, "Seat Belt Assembles," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Risk: A seat belt pretensioner missing a rivet will not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt pretensioner assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are MG7 and NG5.
2023 Honda HR-V problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/Wiper | 319 | |
| Unknown or Other | 215 | |
| Visibility | 82 | |
| Steering | 79 | |
| Structure | 33 | |
| Electrical System | 31 | |
| Lane Departure | 14 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 | |
| Engine | 8 | |
| Service Brakes | 5 | |
| Seat Belts | 5 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 33
- Visibility › Windshield — 31
- Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System › Rear Window — 24
- Lane Departure › Warning — 7
- Lane Departure › Assist — 6
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 5
- Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System — 4
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 2
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 13,500 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 2023 Honda HR-V complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Honda HR-V years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2023 Honda HR-V have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2023 Honda HR-V: 24V-744 (steering), 23V-858 (fuel system, gasoline), 23V-782 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Honda HR-V?
Owners report visibility/wiper problems most often (319 reports), followed by unknown or other (215). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 13,500 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.