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2026 Honda HR-V Problems

Compared with other Honda HR-V years

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Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated

Complaints
20filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
7,300miles, 4 complaints with mileage
Recalls
0campaigns on record
Trend
Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
NHTSA crash rating
5 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
EPA fuel economy
28 mpgcombined, 2.0L 4-cyl FWD · 26 city / 32 hwy

Sources: NHTSA records for the 2026 Honda HR-V (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error

NHTSA recorded 20 consumer complaints for the 2026 Honda HR-V. The part named most often is other or unknown, with 7 complaints (35% of the total), followed by electrical system (4) and lane departure (3). 4 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 7,300 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 26 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 3 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.

This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Also reported: Fuel system (1), Body and structure (1).

Example complaints

Other or unknown: “On September 30, 2026, the factory-installed moonroof glass on my 2026 Honda HR-V EX-L suddenly shattered while I was driving on the freeway. There were no warning signs, unusual noises, or indications of a problem beforehand. I suddenly heard an extremely loud bang, comparable to a gunshot, rather than the sound I would typically associate with a small object or rock striking the vehicle. I did not observe any object striking the glass or identify an external impact that could explain the incident. …”

NHTSA complaint #11770335, filed 2026-10

Electrical system: “Driving and all of sudden rear windshield shattered glass flying scared me! Took it dealership and technician inspected vehicle and quoted that it shattered due to wires getting hot and shattered the glass. Of course isn't covered on my insurance but other consumers having same problems. My insurance company will not pay for rental while it's being repaired and it's costing me get it fixed.”

NHTSA complaint #11748987, filed 2026-07

Lane departure: “While driving my 2026 Honda HR-V with about 536 miles, I turned on the Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS). Shortly afterward, multiple warning messages began appearing and cycling on the instrument panel while I was driving. They included brake system problem, low speed braking problem, lane keeping assist problem, road departure problem. I called Honda service department was told it was safe to drive since I was only a couple miles away. I drove directly to the Honda dealership while the warnings were still occurring, and dealership personnel observed the warnings. …”

NHTSA complaint #11768647, filed 2026-10

Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “2026 Honda HR-V EX-L — Windshield Optical Defect Research 1. Description of the problem My vehicle is a 2026 Honda HR-V EX-L. The windshield has multi-colored bubbles and streak across the glass that becomes particularly noticeable when the sun is low in the sky. The glass appears to scatter sunlight, creating numerous tiny specks or a sparkling effect that is distracting when driving. I have thoroughly cleaned both the inside and outside of the windshield, but the condition has not improved. My dealership has not provided a satisfactory explanation or resolution. …”

NHTSA complaint #11773149, filed 2026-10

Mileage when problems were reported

100% of the 4 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 6,600 and 8,000 miles.

75%0–1025%10–250%25–500%50–750%75–1000%100–1500%150+
Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (4 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 7,300 miles.

Complaints by year filed

This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.

2025202615
Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 Honda HR-V. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

VersionOverallFrontalSideSide poleRollover
HR-V · SUV AWD★★★★★5 / 4554 · 14.3% risk
HR-V · SUV FWD★★★★★5 / 4554 · 14.0% risk

Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2026 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard.

Neighbouring years: 2025: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Fuel economy and running cost

EPA ratings for each 2026 Honda HR-V version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).

VersionEngineTransmissionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
HR-V AWD2.0L 4-cylCVT253027$2,500
HR-V FWD2.0L 4-cylCVT263228$2,400

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.

Recalls and investigations

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2026 Honda HR-V in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Technical service bulletins

TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 26 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

See all 26 bulletins →

Other model years of the Honda HR-V

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
202768,5350—28—Too new
2026207,3000528—Too new
2025486,6661528Too new to compareToo new
202411011,4904528Too new to compareToo new
202368813,5003528100 · MoreToo new
20228914,000353060 · TypicalRising
20216424,500453034 · FewerRising
20208537,000553033 · FewerRising
201924125,614753082 · MoreRising
201816028,000353149 · TypicalRising
201712320,000053125 · FewerRising
201624353,000253151 · TypicalStable

All Honda HR-V model years · Best and worst years by complaints

Frequently asked questions

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2026 Honda HR-V have?

NHTSA recorded 20 consumer complaints for the 2026 Honda HR-V as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 2026 Honda HR-V is reported most often?

Other or unknown is named most often, in 7 complaints (35% of the total), followed by electrical system with 4.

Has the 2026 Honda HR-V been recalled?

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

How did the 2026 Honda HR-V do in NHTSA crash tests?

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2026 Honda HR-V 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.

What gas mileage does the 2026 Honda HR-V get?

The EPA rates the 2026 Honda HR-V (HR-V FWD, 2.0L 4-cyl) at 28 mpg combined, 26 city and 32 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,400 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.

At what mileage are problems with the 2026 Honda HR-V reported?

Among the 4 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 7,300 miles and the middle half falls between 6,600 and 8,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.