The Lemon Index2019 Honda HR-V.
The 2019 Honda HR-V is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 41 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 41, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about brakes, it has 7 recalls, and it gets 28 to 30 mpg combined. The best Honda HR-V year is 2020.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 236 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Honda HR-V year. 2019 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 4K to 49K miles on the car (45 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 7
- airbags 2026
The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
- back over prevention 2024
The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit.
- fuel system, gasoline 2023
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
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- back over prevention 2023
The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit.
- fuel system, gasoline 2021
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- fuel system, gasoline 2020
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- brakes 2018
The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating, causing gas pockets to form, reducing brake performance.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Honda told dealers about
Honda sent dealers 100 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- ClosedRear differential seizure2022–2024
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda HR-V SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Honda HR-V SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2150–2300 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 1.8L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
Car locks randomly when you are inside it's outside of it with the doors open with it hatch open it's a real hazard if there's a child inside and you have a key inside when it locks this is a stationary problem.
2019 Honda HR-V owner · NHTSA complaint 11398060
More owner reports
Received dash warning "Brake Hold System Problem" ."Electric parking brake system problem parking brake not available. See your dealer".
NHTSA complaint 11419753
Quick answers
Is the 2019 Honda HR-V reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 2.4× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 41; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Honda HR-V year by this measure is 2020.
What are the most common 2019 Honda HR-V problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are brakes (24%), electrical (20%) and fuel or ev drive system (15%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2019 Honda HR-V have?
7 safety recalls (latest: airbags). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Honda HR-V get?
28 to 30 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2019 Honda HR-V safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2019 Honda HR-V problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 4,800 and 49,500 miles. The middle report was at 25,000 miles, from 45 complaints.
Does the 2019 Honda HR-V have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 12% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2019 Honda HR-V cost in fuel a year?
About $2150 to $2300 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2019 Honda HR-V have?
1.8L 4-cyl.
What Honda HR-V year is better than the 2019?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2020, 2021 and 2019.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works