NHTSA (USA)High Risk
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially stopping fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module at no cost to you.
This page covers 4 recalls, 146 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2018 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 2018 Honda HR-V, electrical system and fuel system complaints make up the bulk of what owners report. On the electrical side, owners frequently describe a sudden cascade of dashboard warning lights, brake system, check engine, and others, lighting up simultaneously while driving, sometimes leaving the car unable to move. The fuel system draws a notable share of complaints centered on the fuel level sender: owners report the gauge showing a partial tank while the vehicle is actually out of fuel, with no low-fuel warning triggering beforehand. The powertrain category adds reports of CVT failure, with some owners describing abrupt loss of drive with little or no prior warning, and others noting sluggish acceleration paired with gear-hunting behavior and related fault codes around 86,000–97,000 miles.
146
Total Complaints
11
Crash-Related
5
With Injuries
By System
The 2018 Honda HR-V has 4 recalls, the most serious being a fuel pump that can fail while driving, cutting engine power and stalling the vehicle in traffic.
The fuel pump concern covers two separate recalls but describes the same underlying problem: the low-pressure fuel pump inside the tank can stop working without warning, causing the engine to stall while the vehicle is in motion and leaving the driver with reduced ability to steer or respond to traffic. On the brake side, the rear brake calipers have a coating issue that allows gas pockets to form inside the piston bores. Over time, those gas pockets can work into the brake fluid, causing a soft or spongy pedal feel and a meaningful drop in stopping power. This brake issue is covered by two filings that describe the same defect, and the real-world result is the same in both cases: the brakes may not respond as firmly or quickly as expected, particularly during hard stops.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially stopping fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module at no cost to you.
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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 →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, which could prevent fuel from reaching the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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.
At a glance
What can fail
Gas bubbles can form in the rear brake fluid, making the brake pedal feel soft and reducing how well the brakes work.
What the fix does
Dealers will bleed air and gas from the rear brake system to restore normal brake function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
