Honda HR-V Complaints

1,878 consumer complaints on file.

#11575641March 5, 2024
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
For the second time, while driving normally, with no obstructions in my lane ahead of me, my car’s collision mitigation system abruptly and harshly hit my brakes while warning sounds deployed. This was enough to cause me and my passenger to leap forward in our seats; thankfully we were wearing our seatbelts. I have not been to the dealership yet for this issue, but will tell them at my first oil change. I’m really angry because the jolt this faulty sustem gave us was enough to trigger a panic attack or even a heart attack.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11575554March 5, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The rear windshield 'exploded'/ completely broke when the defroster was turned on for roughly 10 minutes.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11575334March 4, 2024
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE
On two separate occasions during February this has occurred. While at a stop sign with the brake floored the engine revved and the car started to slowly inch forward. Later in the month, at a convenience store, before shifting into park the brake was thoroughly depressed and the engine once again revved and the car started to inch forward. It only stopped when I pushed on the brake with all my might. The car had had its yearly inspection in January.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11575237March 4, 2024
STEERING
This vehicle was purchased new, (03/03/2023). At 5,460 miles (10/23/2023) returned to the dealership with steering complaint. Steering is sticky and seems to lock up at highway speeds. In order to turn the steering wheel when this happens you must apply additional pressure left or right to move the steering wheel pasted this condition which could cause an oversteer situation at higher speeds. Dealership test drove vehicle and was unable to duplicate condition. Vehicle now has 8,973 miles and condition is still present!! There are no warning lamps or messages to indicate referenced problem. Vehicle is available for any inspection to verify .
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11575197March 3, 2024
POWER TRAIN
My car is a 2017. I purchased in 2019 and it had 21,010 miles on it at that time. It now has 111,000. My engine started to sputter when trying to go over 40 miles per hour. While driving it to a garage, it stopped going forward. The garage did a diagnostic check and it indicated transmission trouble. All dashboard lights were on. I had it towed to a Honda dealer and they said the transmission needs to be replaced. They acted like it was no big issue but it is a huge issue. A used transmission with 72,000 is $5500 dollars and a new $9000, Are they kidding me. I have had trouble with this car from the beginning. The gas gage jumps all over the place I can go from have 250 miles to 180 in a matter of minutes and they it will jump back up to where it should be. It takes a good 5 minutes before the dash lights up. I purchased a Honda because I thought it was reliable. I've had nothing but issues.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11575149March 3, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1. The rear glass shattered out of no where 2. Car is now insecure to weather and theft 3. Yes, this is happening all over the world 4. Not yet 5. No
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11575064March 2, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The third display on dashboard (MPG, time, odometer, gasoline gauge) turns on and off. It displays gibberish and flickers. I don't believe it is related to cold weather because it happens on warm days.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11575094March 2, 2024
VISIBILITY/WIPER, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Woke up in the morning and discovered that my rear windshield had randomly shattered at some point during the night while it was parked. At first thought it was vandalism, but there was no specific point of impact anywhere on my windshield and it was not indented at all. If I was driving my vehicle when this occurred, it absolutely could've resulted in sudden shock and caused an accident. There was nothing wrong with my windshield in the days leading up to this.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574837March 1, 2024
POWER TRAIN
Driving on interstate all dashlights came on and then dimmed, car would not accelerate. Stepped on brakes and then car engaged. Also have vibration under gas pedal that can also be felt on floorboard on passenger side. Recently had transmission flushed and shavings were found, technician indicated transmission failure HOWEVER, car gives me no warning lights - this could cause a very bad accident. Incident with dash lights and no accelation was early Jan 24, transmission service was completed on 2/27/24.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574639February 29, 2024
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2018 Honda HR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle almost stalled. The contact stated that the fuel tank was almost always full. The contact stated that the failure occurred at various speeds with different level of fuel in the vehicle. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer where it was determined that the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574685February 29, 2024
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Our 2016 Honda HR-V experienced a significant issue when the fuel pump unexpectedly failed, causing the car to stall while driving uphill over an overpass. Thankfully, this incident occurred in town. It could have happened while driving on the interstate, which would have posed a severe safety risk to our family. We promptly had the Honda HR-V towed to our local Honda dealership for diagnosis and repair, where we were presented with a bill totaling over $900, including sales tax, for replacing the fuel pump. Upon further reflection, I am concerned as to why this fuel pump failure was not included in any recalls or notifications. I am aware that certain fuel pumps in other Honda HR-Vs and models have been subject to recalls due to similar issues, and I am concerned as to why the fuel pump in this 2016 HR-V was not addressed proactively. There were no warning signs, no warning signals, and no warning symptoms before the fuel pump failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574701February 29, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Rear windshield shattered spontaneously.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574668February 29, 2024
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Back windshield shattered. Parked in driveway and had not been taken out that day.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574585February 28, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY
While I was driving back from work on January 31, 2023 the rear windshield of my car exploded for no apparent reason. The noise was so loud that flinched. If there was a car was in front of me I would have caused an accident. The windshield shattered and if I had children or anyone in the back seat they would have pieces of glasses on the back of their heads. I was thankful that I did not have any broken glasses on the back of my head. I dropped the car off at a Honda dealership on January 31 st. I still do not have a car, nor will they give me a loaner to get to work. They were no warning messages that alerted me prior to the incident. I brought the car new and it's only a year old. I believe this is a defect on Honda's manufacturing. I hope no one get hurts by this, because I know it's causing me a lot of inconveniences.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574537February 28, 2024
ENGINE
Dear Sir/Madam While driving on [XXX] the message came on the screen 12 volt battery charging system problem. Do not drive. Time 10.54AM. The noise would start in the engine compartment while accelerating, then a smell entered the cabin of the car. I pulled over one mile after at a nearby service area and when I opened up the hood i have discovered a loose belt and a loose pulley. I towed the car to the [XXX] Honda in Reading, MA. The service didn't do much to investigate the issue and instigated that because I did not do an oil change at Honda Dealer they cannot cover the malfunction by warranty until Honda Corp approves it. I did my own investigation and found a broken off bolt laying in the bottom of the engine cover. I showed the discovery to them and then they voided a 240$ diagnostics charge. Then the real mechanic showed up by accident, saw the bolt and said that it did not surprise him at all. I think that the bolt pulleys bolts were overtightened and over the time they snap loose. Big issue is present for a new model 2023 Honda HR-V and later editions possibly. Thank You [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574202February 27, 2024
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2018 Honda HR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574227February 27, 2024
POWER TRAIN, STRUCTURE:BODY
I had to replace the transmission out of warranty at 165,000 miles. Also the lift gate holds water and deysbt drain properly.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574161February 27, 2024
STEERING
While driving on the highway, the steering becomes sticky (even with the lane assist off). The steering does not turn back and forth smoothly. It will get stuck in a position, and then release. This has made it nearly impossible to maintain a straight drive path without constantly readjusting the steering wheel. The car shows no maintenance or warning indicators. I feel this is a risk for me and my passengers as well as other drivers. Additionally, this is not a random occurrence; it happens every time I drive the vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574014February 26, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I was parallel parking and when I put the car in reverse and barely touched the gas it suddenly accelerated into the car behind me. It was so fast it shot backwards like a rock into the car parked behind me. This was not driver error. It is now with an independent mechanic so I do not know at this point if they can reproduce the incident. I did not take it to Honda as I wanted an independent an unbiased report on the car. No warning lights, etc. before hand. The car behind me had somebody sitting in it and he hurt his hand. BUT if there had not been a car parked behind me I would have shot out backwards into a very busy street. Or had somebody been walking behind the car the would have been killed. The body damage to both cars shows that the speed had to be high at impact, and given the small space between cars when one is parallel parking I would have had to put the "pedal to the metal" to cause the kind of damage that was sustained.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11574054February 26, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Incident happened one time. Starting car in cold weather (around 25 degrees) after it hadn't been driven in 2 days. The odometer/gas display was black at start up. After a few minutes the gauge lights came on but the digital display was gibberish. I started to drive and once the car warmed up after several minutes the digital display was working as it should and recording milage and acceleration/deceleration speed. My mechanic hooked up the car and no codes were showing a malfunction. Many other folks in the Honda forums have this exact issue. I'm driving this car on a road trip and am concerned something dangerous could occur. For now I will manually/mentally record mileage to ensure I dont run out of gas and praying this isnt a large electrical short issue
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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