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Honda vehicles: safety, fuel economy, and recalls

Every Honda model indexed from NHTSA and EPA. Use the table below to compare models or jump to a specific model for year-by-year detail.

Models
17
Avg safety (stars)
4.96
Recalls
130
Complaints
19,310

Safety ratings by model

Best NHTSA five-star overall rating across indexed trims. Models without NCAP data are omitted.

Models

ModelBest safetyBest MPGAction
Accord
33 mpgView profile
Civic
33 mpgView profile
Civic Si
n/aView profile
Civic Type Rnot testedn/aView profile
Claritynot testedn/aView profile
CR-V
n/aView profile
CR-Z
36 mpgView profile
Crosstournot testedn/aView profile
Fit
36 mpgView profile
HR-V
n/aView profile
Insight
52 mpgView profile
Odyssey
22 mpgView profile
Passport
n/aView profile
Pilot
n/aView profile
Preludenot tested44 mpgView profile
Prologuenot testedn/aView profile
Ridgeline
n/aView profile

Recent Honda recalls

Latest 10 NHTSA campaigns. Severity is inferred from campaign text.

  • 26V227000 - 2026-04-09safety
    AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Odyssey vehicles. A software programming error can cause the side and side curtain air bags to deploy unexpectedly.

  • 26V146000 - 2026-03-12safety
    STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 CMX300, CMX500, and CL500 motorcycles. The handlebar lock screw may loosen and detach.

  • 26V112000 - 2026-02-26safety
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024 Acura ZDX and Prologue vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. Additionally, a software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Control and Displays," 111, "Rear Visibility," and 305, "Electric-Powered Vehicles."

  • 26V054000 - 2026-01-29safety
    SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, and 2024 HR-V, Pilot, and Acura Integra vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in a loose seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

  • 25V911000 - 2025-12-23safety
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024-2025 CBR650R motorcycles. Engine vibration may cause the turn signal switch wire harness to become damaged, which can cause an electrical short circuit and blown fuse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  • 25V891000 - 2025-12-18safety
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024-2026 CBR600RR motorcycles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can lead to rod bearing failure, possibly resulting in rear wheel lock up or oil leaking onto the rear tire.

  • 25V435000 - 2025-06-26safety
    TIRES

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024 Honda NC750X motorcycles. Due to an improper manufacturing process, the inner structure of the front tire may loosen and unravel, which can result in a loss of vehicle handling and control. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires - Other Than Passenger Cars."

  • 25V391000 - 2025-06-12safety
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

  • 25V210000 - 2025-04-03safety
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2025 CB300R motorcycles. The headlights may flicker or shut off while driving.

  • 25V195000 - 2025-03-27safety
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024-2025 ADV160 scooters. The oil pump driven gear may fail, resulting in a loss of drive power.

Source: NHTSA Recalls API. Verify recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN.

Frequently asked

How reliable is Honda?+
NHTSA publishes consumer complaints by model and year. On CarCabin, the Honda complaint total is 19,310. Raw counts favor high-volume brands, so compare against per-model detail on each profile rather than the raw total.
Where does the safety data come from?+
Five-star ratings come from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Not every trim and year is tested. Untested vehicles appear without a star score on their profile.
How often is Honda data refreshed?+
We re-ingest NHTSA recalls and complaints on a recurring schedule. EPA fuel economy is refreshed annually from the bulk dataset. See the methodology page for details.
Disclaimer. CarCabin is not a dealer, mechanic, or automotive advisor. Recall data should always be verified at nhtsa.gov with your VIN. This page is for educational purposes only.