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2019 Honda Fit Body and structure Problems

Complaints
9about this part
Share
7%of 138 total for the year
Median mileage
17,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the body and structure of the 2019 Honda Fit, 7% of the 138 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 17,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“I took car in for snow tire change over and the tire shop said car need alignment done, because the tire wear was consistent out alignment, the next day I took alignment shop, after they align the car, they ask me if the car was ever in crash, which I state no because it was not. Car not but it overdue alignment because had about 17,000 miles on it, the rear axle was out alignment and they said cannot be align. So, I call Honda of america and they had me take to dealer to verify, which after verifying in alignment. …”

NHTSA complaint #11406021, filed 2021-04, 17,000 miles

“I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with the condition of my vehicle, which I purchased new (0 miles) in June 2018 . I have encountered significant issues with the paint peeling and mold growth in various areas such as trunk, hood, fenders. It is distressing to note that despite regular maintenance and care, the paint has begun to peel off in several places, exposing the underlying surface and compromising the appearance of the vehicle. additionally , the presence of mold poses a health and safety risk, as mold spores can cause respiratory health issues . …”

NHTSA complaint #11583876, filed 2024-04

“White paint peeling off car. Honda has a service for this but not the 2019 model year. This is a known issue with their white paint and should be corrected to include this year. Several forums are posting about the same issue where the paint jut fly's off.”

NHTSA complaint #11624960, filed 2024-11

“The vehicle was damaged by collision with a road ladden female of standard north american side with relevant existent damage as superficial to.driver side hood panel; the resulting damage from oblong front passenger side impact crimped and indented the hood such that oblique drivers side impact would have punctured engine and drive train mechanisms. On information and belief, the automobile is preserved as damaged after mechanical estimate to repair. …”

NHTSA complaint #11323300, filed 2020-05

“The paint is peeling on the hood of the car between the moon roof and the windshield. There may be more minor paint peeling on the rear hood closer to the hatchback.”

NHTSA complaint #11536417, filed 2023-08

Related service bulletins

Body and structure: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202013%
201997%
20181210%
2017614%
201632%
2015217%
201395%
201222%
201133%
2010116%
2009145%
20084320%
20076217%

Other parts of the 2019 Honda Fit

Fuel system
54 complaints
Electrical system
50 complaints
Other or unknown
25 complaints
Engine
16 complaints
Forward collision avoidance
7 complaints
Lane departure
7 complaints
Steering
4 complaints
Air bags
3 complaints
Brakes
3 complaints
Equipment
3 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
2 complaints
Vehicle speed control
2 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2019 Honda Fit

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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