This page covers 1 recall, 117 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2017 Honda HR-V.
28–31 mpg combined
7.6–8.4 L/100km
Small Station Wagons
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 5 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
For the 2017 HR-V, the two most common complaint areas are the electrical system and the powertrain. On the electrical side, owners frequently describe the body control module failing, with symptoms including interior controls flickering on and off, the vehicle refusing to start, and the alarm triggering without input. The powertrain complaints center almost entirely on the CVT, with owners reporting stalling from a stop, hesitation under light acceleration, and outright transmission failure requiring replacement. Several owners describe the CVT giving out at relatively high mileage. The structural complaints are dominated by paint peeling, particularly on white vehicles, where owners describe the finish lifting off in flakes and sheets.
117
Total Complaints
13
Crash-Related
6
With Injuries
By System
At a glance
What can fail
Rear brake caliper pistons lack proper coating, allowing gas pockets to form and reduce braking power.
What the fix does
Dealer will bleed the brakes to restore proper brake function at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
