The Lemon IndexAll cars · Honda HR-V · 2018
2018 Honda HR-V. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 5
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 28 / 34 / 31 | Regular | $2,000 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl | Auto (AV-S7) | FWD | 28 / 34 / 31 | Regular | $2,000 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | AWD | 27 / 31 / 29 | Regular | $2,150 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl | Auto (AV-S7) | AWD | 27 / 31 / 29 | Regular | $2,150 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 25 / 33 / 28 | Regular | $2,200 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 5,000 and 59,500 miles. Median 26,000, from 50 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 26,500 | 13,800–66,800 | 10 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 43,000 | 28,000–77,500 | 12 |
| Brakes | 10,800 | 2,100–31,900 | 8 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 95,900 | 50,000–112,000 | 7 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Brakes | 26% |
| Electrical | 12% |
| Engine | 12% |
| Body structure | 12% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 10% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 158 | 11 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 10 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 3
23V858000 Dec 2023 Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump
Defect. 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.
Remedy. 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.
20V314000 May 2020 Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump
Defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk. If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
18V777000 Nov 2018 Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Foundation Components / Disc / Caliper
Defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Acura MDX, 2017-2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda HR-V and Honda Odyssey, and 2016 Honda HR-V vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating, causing gas pockets to form, reducing brake performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk. A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Owners will be notified, and Honda or Acura dealers will bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C31 and L30.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Rear differential seizure | 2022 | 2024 |
Manufacturer communications 91
Honda filed 91 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Service Bulletin - While driving at speeds between 20 and 55 mph (engine speeds between 2500…
- Service Bulletin - The vehicle may not start upon first press of the ENGINE START/STOP button
- Owner Notification Letter - The vehicle may not start upon first press of the ENGINE…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda HR-V SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Honda HR-V SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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