2015 Honda Fit

Above average

Owners filed 285 complaints about this vehicle with federal regulators, most often about the electrical system. It has been recalled 4 times.

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When it fails
020k40k60k90k120k200k
47,000 milesMedian miles at failure

159 complaints record an odometer reading. Failures cluster around 0–10,000 miles.

Most common 2015 Honda Fit problems

107 of the 285 complaints (38%) are about the electrical system.

ComponentReportsCrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical System103
000
Engine31
000
Power Train · transmission30
000
Unknown or Other24
010
Fuel/Propulsion System · fuel and propulsion system23
000
Structure › Body · body and frame14
100
Air Bags · airbags14
9012
Seat Belts11
000
Service Brakes · brakes6
201
Electronic Stability Control (esc) · stability control5
000

2015 Honda Fit electrical system problems

38% of all complaints

107 of the 285 complaints are about the electrical system. This is what owners describe:

  • sets off warning lights on the dash7% · 8
  • will not start6% · 6
  • drains the battery or stops charging5% · 5

Share of the 107 electrical system complaints whose text describes each symptom. One complaint can describe several.

Typical mileage
50,000 mi
median of 49 reports
Peak year of filing
2020
22 electrical system complaints that year
Crashes · fires · injuries
0 · 0 · 0
in these complaints
Recalls on the electrical system
“The digital gauge on the Genuine Honda Fit Instrument Cluster (factory-installed) flickers or goes blank intermittently. It is a well-documented and known defect in this model. The gauge is currently being replaced and I have asked for the defective part for evidence. The gauge includes the odometer, trip computer, digital fuel gauge, and engine oil information.”
Owner complaint, filed Oct 13, 2026
“The vehicle has experienced the same electrical/charging problem twice. The first time, three warning lights came on while I was driving. The vehicle subsequently lost electrical power and began experiencing a significant loss of acceleration. The warning lights then went off, followed by a situation where there were no warning lights displayed.”
Owner complaint, filed Oct 2, 2026

Complaints and recalls over time

By year of filing
2014: 14 complaints, 0 about the electrical system'142015: 19 complaints, 2 about the electrical system2016: 15 complaints, 0 about the electrical system'162017: 17 complaints, 7 about the electrical system2018: 24 complaints, 1 about the electrical system'182019: 45 complaints, 19 about the electrical system2020: 45 complaints, 22 about the electrical system'202021: 23 complaints, 17 about the electrical system2022: 22 complaints, 15 about the electrical system'222023: 16 complaints, 5 about the electrical system2024: 16 complaints, 6 about the electrical system'242025: 14 complaints, 5 about the electrical system2026: 15 complaints, 8 about the electrical system'26Recall 14V563000 (airbags)Recall 15V559000 (electrical system)Recall 15V574000 (transmission)NHTSA investigation EA19001
All complaintsAbout the electrical systemRecall (red: the electrical system)NHTSA investigation opened

Complaints about the 2015 Fit peaked in 2019, with 45 filed that year. Owners had filed 1 complaints about the electrical system before the first recall that covers it, 15V559000 in September 2015; 106 more have come in since. In 2026 owners filed 15 so far.

4 safety recalls

Part 573 reports
Structure15V697000
Filed Oct 23, 201525,367 vehiclesHonda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Fit LX-trim vehicles manufactured April 11, 2014, to July 02, 2015 and not equipped with a sunroof. In the affected vehicles, the rear grab handle brackets were not manufactured properly, and as a result, the brackets may puncture the side curtain air bags upon their deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection" and number 226, "Ejection Mitigation".

Risk. If the side curtain air bags are punctured upon deployment, the outboard seat occupants may be at a higher risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear grab handle bracket, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JV8.

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (tcm/Pcm/Tecm)15V574000
Filed Sep 15, 2015143,676 vehiclesHonda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Civic vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014, to November 6, 2014 and 2015 Fit vehicles manufactured March 12, 2014, to May 12, 2015. The software settings that control the transmission operation may result in damage to the transmission drive pulley shaft.

Risk. If the transmission drive pulley shaft is damaged, it may break, and the vehicle may lose acceleration or the front wheels may lock up while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 30, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JU2 (Civic) and JU3(Fit).

Electrical System › Ignition15V559000
Filed Sep 3, 201517,796 vehiclesHonda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015 Fit vehicles manufactured December 6, 2013, to August 28, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience damage to the wires inside the Plug Top Ignition Coils (PTC) due to improper protection against electrical noise.

Risk. If the wires become damaged, the coil may overheat and cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Plug Top Ignition Coils with new design, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JT9.

Air Bags › Side/Window14V563000
Filed Jul 30, 20146,292 vehiclesHonda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Defect. American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2015 Honda Fit vehicles manufactured April 11, 2014, to June 9, 2014. The affected vehicles may have been assembled with an A-pillar interior cover designed for vehicles without side curtain air bags.

Risk. The affected vehicles are equipped with side curtain air bags and in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the side curtain air bags, the incorrect A-pillar interior cover may adversely affect the performance of the side curtain air bags increasing the risk of occupant injury.

Remedy. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the A-pillar interior cover and install the correct A-pillar cover, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on September 25, 2014. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's number for this recall is JF9.

All 4 campaigns on file, newest first.

NHTSA investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Before a recall there is often an investigation: NHTSA opens one when complaints or manufacturer data point to a safety defect. One names the 2015 Fit.

Electrical overstressEngineering analysis EA19001Closed
Opened Apr 19, 2019Closed Sep 19, 2024Led to recall 20V024airbags

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation to determine if the failure of airbags to deploy during severe crashes, in certain vehicles, was the result of a safety related defect. During the investigation a complex failure was studied that can result in non-deployment of subject vehicle air bags and other restraint system devices in severe crash events. The subject vehicles may be equipped with an airbag control unit (ACU) for the supplemental restraint system (SRS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) manufactured by ZF-TRW. The ECU receives signals from crash sensors …

Technical service bulletins

139 on file

Repair instructions the manufacturer sent its dealers for the 2015 Fit. Not recalls: the fix is usually free only while the car is under warranty.

electrical system 30equipment 23body and frame 18engine 16backup camera 11headlights 7fuel system 6airbags 6
ABOM02182022Warranty extensionFeb 18, 2022engine

Dealer Message - Today, February 18, 2022, American Honda is announcing a warranty extension for certain 2015-2016 Fit vehicles. This warranty extension covers fuel injectors to address concerns of internal wear inside one or more injectors. American Honda is extending the warranty coverage of the fuel injectors to 10 years from the original date of …

ONLV9002162021Warranty extensionFeb 16, 2021electrical system

Owner Notification Letter - The vehicle may not start upon first press of the ENGINE START/STOP button. Also, the MID displays the error message KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR, and DTC B12C5 (Engine Start/Stop Switch Failure) is stored. American Honda is extending the warranty on the engine start/stop switch to 9 years from the original date of purchase or …

A20-098Warranty extensionDec 9, 2020equipment

Service Bulletin - The vehicle may not start upon first press of the ENGINE START/STOP button. Also, MID displays the error message KEYLESS START SYSTEM ERROR, and DTC B12C5 (Engine Start/Stop Switch Failure) is stored. American Honda is extending the warranty for the keyless start system on these vehicles to 9 years from the original date of purchase or …

ABOM12092020Warranty extensionDec 9, 2020electrical system

Dealer Message - Today, December 9, 2020, American Honda is announcing a warranty extension for certain 2015-17 Fit, 2016-18 HR-V, 2016-17 Pilot, and 2017 Ridgeline vehicles. This warranty extension covers the engine start/stop switch to address concerns of difficulty in starting or stopping the engine. American Honda is extending the warranty coverage of …

ATI&10272021903Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsOct 27, 2021electrical system

Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is collecting HEALTHY battery sensors from any 2015 Fits that match the criteria listed below.

ATI&10112021904Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsOct 11, 2021electrical system

Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is collecting HEALTHY battery sensors from any 2015 Fits that match the criteria listed below.

ATI&09232021903Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 23, 2021electrical system

Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is collecting HEALTHY battery sensors from any 2015 Fits that match the criteria listed below.

ATI&08312021903Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 31, 2021electrical system

Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is collecting HEALTHY battery sensors from any 2015 Fits that match the criteria listed below.

ATI&08162021903Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 16, 2021electrical system

Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is collecting HEALTHY battery sensors from any 2015 Fits that match the criteria listed below.

ATI&07282021904Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 28, 2021electrical system

Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is collecting HEALTHY battery sensors from any 2015 Fits that match the criteria listed below.

Showing the newest 6 of 30 bulletins about the electrical system, and any warranty extensions or service campaigns.

Crash test ratings

NHTSA 5-star safety ratings
Version testedOverallFrontalSideRolloverRollover risk
2015 Honda Fit 5 HB FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★14.7%

New Car Assessment Program results for this model year. Ratings compare cars of similar size and weight only.

What owners reported

Newest filings
Electrical System
Filed Oct 13, 2026TX

The digital gauge on the Genuine Honda Fit Instrument Cluster (factory-installed) flickers or goes blank intermittently. It is a well-documented and known defect in this model. The gauge is currently being replaced and I have asked for the defective part for evidence. The gauge includes the odometer, trip computer, digital fuel gauge, and engine oil information. It is a safety issue because you can run out of fuel, cannot track trip mileage (important when navigating in more remote areas), and can't see overall mileage (don't know when to service vehicle, etc.). The dealership has reproduced and identified the problem. No warning messages appeared before failure. The problem first appeared about 3 months ago, but seemed to be an isolated incident. Then one week ago, the problem became persistent.

Electrical System
Filed Oct 2, 2026NC

The vehicle has experienced the same electrical/charging problem twice. The first time, three warning lights came on while I was driving. The vehicle subsequently lost electrical power and began experiencing a significant loss of acceleration. The warning lights then went off, followed by a situation where there were no warning lights displayed. The vehicle's acceleration became slower, the steering wheel began to feel as though it was locking, and the vehicle eventually broke down. This created a serious safety concern because the vehicle lost power and became difficult to control while I was driving. I had the alternator and battery replaced in an attempt to correct the problem. However, the problem has occurred again. After the repairs, all three warning lights are illuminated again, and the vehicle is displaying a "Check/Charge System" message. The battery does not appear to be charging while the engine is running. I returned the vehicle to the same repair facility that performed the previous work. I was told that they had checked the vehicle and performed the necessary work, but they believed there may be an electrical-system or computer-related problem because something appears to be draining the battery. The underlying cause has not been identified or corrected. The problem has not been permanently resolved despite replacing the battery and alternator. The vehicle is currently displaying the "Check/Charge System" message and the three warning lights. The specific compo

Power Train
Filed Jul 30, 2026CO

The vehicle experienced transmission drive issues accompanied by a Check Engine Light. An independent repair facility scanned the vehicle and confirmed diagnostic trouble code P0717 for a transmission speed sensor open circuit. The failure causes unexpected loss of acceleration and erratic power delivery while driving, redlining at 45 mph, malfunctioning of the gear selection display, and creating a safety hazard in active traffic. These symptoms line up with the CVT drive pulley shaft defect addressed in NHTSA Recall 15V574. When I contacted an authorized Honda dealership to address the issue, they stated this specific VIN is not included in the recall campaign. The vehicle and its diagnostic records are available for inspection upon request.

Engine
Filed Jul 15, 202642,000 milesNY

The contact owns a 2015 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the "Check Charging System" warning light illuminated. Additionally, the engine start button intermittently failed to start the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was initially diagnosed with battery failure. However, the failure persisted after the battery was replaced. A diagnostic scan retrieved 6 Diagnostic Trouble Codes stored in the computer. Upon further diagnostic test, the independent mechanic identified Technical Service Bulletin: 20-098 (Warranty Extension: 2015–17 Fit Keyless Start System Error with DTC B12C5). The vehicle could not be repaired under the TSB because the vehicle was outside of the warranty period. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 42,000.

Structure › Body
Filed Jun 28, 2026OK

The paint (white orchid pearl) is peeling down to the metal on three of the doors. I did have a spot on the roof repaired during the extended 7 year warranty. But this current problem happened after the warranty expired.

Unknown or Other
Filed Jun 4, 2026CA

Honda confirmed my 2015 Honda fit VIN was part of the paint warranty extension program, yet the paint has continued to fail and spread significantly after the warranty extension expired.

Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed May 4, 2026FL

• While driving, 2015 Honda Fit lost acceleration and stalled. Further attempts to drive showed engine would fail past 2000 rpm. • Failure occurred accelerating into traffic, risking collision. • The failure was diagnosed by Coggin Honda Orlando as an In - Tank Fuel Pump Low Pressure Remove and Replace. • UNKOWN if dealer referred issue to manufacturer. • No warning lamps, messages or symptoms of the problem appeared prior to failure. Only after engine failure After research found multiple recalls related to same FIT fuel pump for other years (23v858, 21v215, 20v314).

Electrical System
Filed Apr 30, 2026WA

The start/stop switch on my 2015 Honda Fit failed — a known defect acknowledged by Honda through Service Bulletin A20-098. A faulty start/stop switch creates serious safety hazards including the inability to start the vehicle in an emergency, becoming stranded in dangerous locations such as intersections or highways, and potential inability to shut the engine off. My vehicle is UNDER the mileage threshold specified in the bulletin, yet Honda refused to cover any portion of my $750 repair. This lack of professional accountability could lead to other consumers avoiding this costly repair, which in turn could create dangerous situations.

Tires › Sidewall
Filed Apr 26, 2026MD

Tire size 185/55/r16. The side wall of my tire has 5 areas where the tire came apart. Purchased tires from Walmart about 3-5 months ago

Electrical System
Filed Mar 25, 2026PA

The info display that reports millage, fuel levels etc has been intermittent. When the car starts in cold and/or wet weather The display Is "blued out" or it's digitized and unreadable. [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Power Train
Filed Mar 3, 2026103,000 milesKY

The contact owns a 2015 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while driving 45-50 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated, with the gear shift indicator light in neutral(N), and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with ignition software failure. The mechanic replaced the ignition switch. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving 35-45 MPH, approximately four to five days later, the warning lights illuminated, the gear shift indicator light was in reverse(R), and the vehicle suddenly stalled in the middle of the roadway. The vehicle was pushed into the driveway of the contact's son. The contact stated that the incident was significantly frightening because the contact was a disabled heart patient, and there were two plates in the contact's neck due to a previous accident. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that there were metal shavings in the transmission, and the mechanic determined that the failure might be due to a pulley shaft fracture. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced, but the mechanic could not perform the repair. The vehicle was then taken to the independent mechanic where it was purchased; however, no assistance was provided. The dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle could not be repaired for free because the VIN was not

Electrical System
Filed Mar 2, 2026CA

Odometer screen, which includes mileage, fuel gauge, time and any check engine information, will regularly blink, appear blank, show unreadable characters or a combination of the three on mornings with an external temperature of 60 F or below. Reading up on Honda Fit forums, it appears to be faulty hardware and/or poor solder joints that are cracking. More complaints can be found here: https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/3rd-generation-2015/95284-2015-fit-odometer-display-goes-haywire.html While there is a separate low fuel and check engine light in the panel, this is far more than a simple quality of life device and could cause a significant safety risk to the driver. Honda should be responsible for the repair or replacement of the display.

Electrical System
Filed Feb 10, 2026AZ

My gauge cluster comes on and off when it feels like it I owned the car for 5 years about its been this way I got it checked by the honda dealer 2/20/2026 their diagnosis is it having an internal failure I am not sure why it has no recall I feel its due to poor soldering from the manufactur I am the second owner of this car please help

Electrical System
Filed Jan 3, 2026NC

The fuel gauge and mileage display became inoperable. Fuel level could not be determined.

Electrical System
Filed Jan 2, 2026VA

The information display that shows fuel level, odometer, oil life, and trip is it displaying correctly. The characters are scrambling and unable to see the available fuel amount. The problem is intermittent and getting worse. This issue is happening with many, many, many owners.

Power Train
Filed Sep 22, 2025PA

Vehicle started to jerk and stall when running and selected to reverse from drive, progressively getting worse and has since stalled in traffic from a stop at a light to acceleration fwd , and frequently stalling more from park to reverse

Electrical System
Filed Sep 13, 2025AZ

The fuel gauge in the gauge cluster turns on and off unexpectedly and without reason for extended periods of time. The gauge will also do what I like to call hieroglyphic numbers, essentially unreadable lettering clearly due to an electrical malfunction. This is very distracting as a driver and has put me in a very near death experience from the fault. This problem makes it impossible to read the fuel quantity during or before operation of the vehicle. It has been confirmed by dealer that the fault is due to a damaged solder and has been clear that this is a common issue with most Honda fits.

Unknown or Other
Filed Jun 21, 2025TN

The fuel gauge, which is digital, has a soldering point which is apparently a known failure spot due to the type of solder used. This causes the display to fail, which makes the fuel gauge unreadable. Not only is this a distraction for drivers, but it can lead to running out of gas unexpectedly in dangerous situations.

Unknown or Other
Filed Jun 21, 2025TN

The fuel gauge, which is digital, has a soldering point which is apparently a known failure spot due to the type of solder used. This causes the display to fail, which makes the fuel gauge unreadable. Not only is this a distraction for drivers, but it can lead to running out of gas unexpectedly in dangerous situations.

Unknown or Other
Filed Jun 21, 2025TN

The fuel gauge, which is digital, has a soldering point which is apparently a known failure spot due to the type of solder used. This causes the display to fail, which makes the fuel gauge unreadable. Not only is this a distraction for drivers, but it can lead to running out of gas unexpectedly in dangerous situations.

Unknown or Other
Filed Jun 21, 2025TN

The fuel gauge, which is digital, has a soldering point which is apparently a known failure spot due to the type of solder used. This causes the display to fail, which makes the fuel gauge unreadable. Not only is this a distraction for drivers, but it can lead to running out of gas unexpectedly in dangerous situations.

Unknown or Other
Filed Jun 21, 2025TN

The fuel gauge, which is digital, has a soldering point which is apparently a known failure spot due to the type of solder used. This causes the display to fail, which makes the fuel gauge unreadable. Not only is this a distraction for drivers, but it can lead to running out of gas unexpectedly in dangerous situations.

Engine
Filed Jun 10, 2025NY

I am the owner of a Honda Fit, and I am reporting a persistent and worsening issue that began during the winter of 2024. The vehicle produces a rattling noise during cold start-ups, which has become increasingly loud and frequent over time. This vehicle has only 89,646 miles, which is considered relatively low mileage for a modern engine to begin exhibiting such symptoms. This suggests that the issue is not due to normal wear and tear, but rather a premature mechanical defect. Based on my research and discussions with other Honda owners, this issue appears to be linked to a defective Variable Valve Timing Control (VTC) actuator, a problem that has been documented in other Honda models and addressed through Technical Service Bulletin 16-088. I am concerned that this is not merely a cosmetic or nuisance issue. The noise suggests a mechanical defect that could lead to premature engine wear or even total engine failure if left unaddressed. Given the number of similar complaints across various Honda models, I believe this may be a manufacturing defect that warrants further investigation. I respectfully request that Honda acknowledge this issue in the Honda Fit and take appropriate action, whether through a recall, extended warranty, or goodwill repair program. I am also submitting this report to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for further review.

Power Train
Filed Apr 30, 202579,852 milesMS

The contact owns a 2015 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the transmission warning light started flashing and the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local AAMCO Transmission Service Center who diagnosed that the transmission drive pulley had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V574000 (POWER TRAIN). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 79,852.

Electrical System
Filed Apr 1, 2025TX

Instrument cluster is failing. Requires replacement.

Engine
Filed Mar 31, 2025KS

Vtc actuator failure. Engine rattle on cold startup.

Electrical System
Filed Mar 11, 2025AZ

Many other Honda Fit owners and I have had the same problem of the odometer and fuel gauge not displaying correctly. The soldering pins crack or come loose over time. This leads to failure to tell if you have enough gas in the car. This also leads to failure to show an accurate odometer reading. The odometer and fuel gauge display is digital and the screen often will glitch out and display a jumble of letters and numbers. Sometimes the odometer and fuel gauge display nothing at all. In these cases, you simply have to hope you have enough gas to get to where you need to go. This is a critical safety issue as someone could run out of gas in the middle of fast highway traffic without knowing. This is also an odometer issue because the odometer can sometimes show the wrong number for the total amount of miles driven on the car.

Electrical System
Filed Feb 13, 2025FL

My Honda Fit was purchased new in Portland, Oregon. I am the original owner. I began having issues that are documented after moving to Florida, and took the car to Honda in Palm Bay. The issues were grinding noise at the first start of the day, or after sitting for several hours and then restarted. The noise is noticed upon start in am or 1st start and is a grinding noise from the motor area. It sounds like a knock/grinding, like the motor is starting and has no oil in it. But the oil level is okay and it is not out of oil. This continues today, after being at the same dealer several times. The service department stated that they needed me to leave the car overnight to try to diagnose the issue after the car sat all night because the noise only comes after sitting all night or long periods. I left the car more than once at the dealership. The dealer in Palm Bay stated "they were unable to re-produce the knocking/grinding that has been occurring since about 11,000 miles. The car is still grinding or knocking and after taking to another dealer in Tampa, Fl I was told it was a DTC and they refused to fix it. It is now just over mileage under warranty, and was there for the grinding and a recall for the start stop switch which is now faulty again, or that wasn't the issue leaving me stranded. The car has several issues that are recall related that were supposed to be fixed and are nor. The plug coil tops The start stop run switch to start car- was replaced in 7/2022 and now I can

Electrical System
Filed Jan 30, 2025MI

Engine Control Module failed, all warning lights come on, gauges turn off. Engine Control Module failure can cause the car to function erratically and even stall while driving.

Electrical System
Filed Dec 23, 2024VA

The multi-information display" (MID) which indicates information like the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature, fuel economy, and warning messages goes blank or presents as gibberish. It may only "come to life" randomly.

Unknown or Other
Filed Dec 4, 2024TN

UNKNOWN- 2015 Honda Fit has been driving perfectly until 2 days ago I came to a red light and it lost power and shut off. Waited for a few hours cranked and shuts off.

Electrical System
Filed Dec 4, 2024TN

UNKNOWN- Vehicle gas gauge cuts off all of a sudden and takes a while to come back on.

Electrical System
Filed Nov 23, 2024FL

Recall notice for starter system, took in for repair, part in notice replaced but car now not starting again and had starter system lights on again. As per service records car has has the problems since 2016/17 while under warranty and recall repair done at Honda. The “ grinding” knock/tap noise from engine has never been repaired and until 7/2023 Honda was “ unable to diagnose” it. Westshore Honda- Tampa diagnosed it as “ VTC” ( which is inside the motor) and other folks have had the well documented problem The no start is seemingly with the electrical system, per Honda service records and switch replaced when in for recall repair in 7/23 as well but car again having same problem. I’m unable to drive car.

Electrical System
Filed Nov 20, 2024GA

Digital odometer randomly glitches out and sometimes completely blanks out. I am not able to view my fuel gauge at all nor see mileage. There are no other electrical problems as I just had my battery checked so I don’t know the cause of this as it doesn’t always happen while driving. This has happened randomly several months ago and started up again.

Electrical System
Filed Oct 21, 2024NY

The cluster information display on the dashboard that shows fuel level, odometer, oil life, and trip mileage blinks and flashes and sometimes disappears completely, leaving only a blue screen. When it blinks parts of the characters disappear and it is not possible to read any of the information. The problem is intermittent but getting worse.

Seat Belts
Filed Sep 19, 2024CA

This has to do with the seatbelt retractor lock malfunctioning (not unlocking after being given back belt on slack). I have not reported to a dealer or police, but am happy for someone to inspect my vehicle. There were no warnings before this happened. My 9 year old child was in the back seat (passenger side) wearing the car seat belt, sitting in her booster seat. She was trying to remove her soccer kit to put on her bathing suit. The seat belt became wrapped around her body and twisted, cinching up at her waist. The retractor became locked and would not release any belt back out. Initially she had a fair amount of slack. I helped to release any tension from the line and fed back in about 2" of seat belt slowly without any tension, and then slowly tried to pull back out, but the retractor stayed locked. I attempted this several more times allowing >1" of belt back into the retractor at lest 3 times, but the locking mechanism never release, and the belt became dangerously tight on her abdomen. Eventually, my spouse came and held the belt in place (so it couldn't retract more) while I had my child curl up in a ball and I turned her whole body upside down to release the twist in the belt at her waist, and she was finally able to crawl free. It was very distressing that the standard mechanism for releasing the retractor lock (feeding the retractor more seat belt without tension, then slowly trying to pull some back out) was not working and there was no safety mechanism to release

Engine
Filed Sep 14, 2024DC

VTC Actuator rattles at cold start. Dealer says may cause problem in the long run. Seems like manufacturing defect that Honda should fix

Air Bags
Filed Aug 8, 2024OK

Defective Driver Seat Airbag

Unknown or Other
Filed Jul 27, 2024PA

The paint on my car is chipping off in huge chunks. It is painted with the NH788P the White Orchid Pearl Tricoat. I saw online that I was not the only one with this issue. The severity of this paint chipping can cause my car to rust out and it's outrageously costly to repaint the vehicle.

Unknown or Other
Filed Jun 11, 2024FL

I see there is a recall related to a fault that may prevent the rearview camera image from booting up and being displayed on the dash for 2017 - 2020 Fits. While relatively uncommon, this also happens on my 2015 Fit. In addition, sometimes the Lane Watch feature shows the backup camera instead of the right side of the car when activated. This has happened for 10 years but only a handful of times per year. It generally corrects by shutting the car off and restarting it after a minute. It seems as the problem is not specific to the 2017 - 2020 Fit as I'm also having this issue.

Electrical System
Filed Apr 22, 2024CA

Fuel gauge/trip meter intermittently inoperative (blank or shows gibberish). When the fuel gauge and trip meter are inoperative, it’s not possible to determine the level of fuel in the tank. In this condition, the vehicle could run out of fuel without warning, causing an engine stall condition. If the engine stalls while the vehicle is being operated on a public highway, this condition increases the likelihood of a collision resulting in injury or death.

Visibility/Wiper
Filed Mar 14, 2024HI

Right rear passenger window spontaneously shattered. I heard a loud pop while driving. Didn’t see any damage when I returned home a few minutes later. About an hour later when I was pulling out of my garage the window simply shattered for no apparent reason. I took car to ACE auto glass for repair an they put a new window in but the regulator needs replacing an Geico is taking there time about processing my claim. I don’t have paperwork on repair as it hasn’t been completed. I do have pictures of broken window.

Engine
Filed Mar 12, 2024MA

While driving. the engine failed. Loss of power, smoke. Would not start. Entire engine compartment covered with oil. Car towed to mechanic. Who said a hole had been blowout the size of a fist. Engine would have to be replaced.

Engine
Filed Feb 13, 2024OR

P219alA code appears; supposed fuel injector issue after trying smaller fixes (MAF sensor, air filter) with no luck. Just purchased from local dealer a few weeks ago.

Structure › Body
Filed Jan 3, 2024CA

The floor of the driver seat and the floor of the front passenger seat continuously flood after it rains. I have dried the floors with a vacuum and checked for any potential leaks or blockages. However, I cannot find any blockages or leaks that are causing the floors of the car to flood, and it continues to flood after it rains. Besides the floors, nothing else is wet--the seats themselves are dry, and the steering wheel and dashboard all look dry. I am worried this water can lead to the floors rotting or retaining water and having mold--which will be a health concern.

Electrical System
Filed Nov 30, 2023NY

Digital fuel gage and odometer flickers intermittently or displays incorrect information

Electrical System
Filed Oct 6, 2023CA

Main display that shows mileage, gas levels, maintenance needs, etc malfunctions - sometimes it goes wonky, sometimes it disappears altogether. It is obviously not safe to not see your maintenance lights or mileage to know when to predict the maintenance. The dealer I take the car to said unless they could replicate the issue, they couldn't do anything. The issue occurs intermittently, often in the middle of a drive, but not currently constant. There are many many other people tho on Honda forums who have this problem also, and theirs is constant, so it's just a matter of time for mine to be constant as well. The issue started earlier this year. There is no error code associated with it so there is no diagnosis for the dealer to give it.

Power Train
Filed Aug 27, 2023CA

Over last 2-3 years (50-70k miles), intermittent but now more consistent and loud grinding sound that lasts <1 second after push to start. Only occurs typically on a cold start (after engine has been sitting >12 hours, typically in garaged/cooler ambient temperature). Otherwise no issues with performance, no error messages. This is a known issue with VTC actuator (Honda released TSB 16-088) for this. I was told by the dealer that this can lead to catastrophic failure with the engine as it relates to the timing belt and the drivetrain. I was quoted $2100 for this repair. If it is true that there is a known defect that can lead to catastrophic failure, this should be covered by an extended warranty or recall.

Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Aug 2, 2023CA

My check engine light came on, but shut off by the time I was able to see a repair shop. I needed a smog, but they decided to check my car first to see why the light came on and went away. It had to do with the fuel injector/catalytic converter. He wanted me to drive it a bit and come back to see if it would go away. It did not, even though my lights remained off and the car was operating fine. Had I not needed the smog check, I would have canceled the appointment and not known. After doing research, it is common for fuel injectors on my car to fail due to a faulty part. Honda issued an extended warranty, but even after calling for more information, they were unhelpful. I ended up paying $3,000 to resolve this. My car is a 2015 and just hit 85k miles. Honda should be informing owners of this issue.

Service Brakes
Filed Jul 3, 2023CA

There is a very loud clunking or loud clicking sound coming from the front right brakes. I took the vehicle to the dealership to be looked at 4 times and the final determination was it was a brake clicking which the service advisor described as normal. The noise is so loud specially when cold it feels like something is going to break at some point. He said the manufacturer did this on purpose to keep the brakes from overheating. I have done some research and it has happened to many other Honda owners as well. It just feels so unsafe to drive a vehicle with that noise every time you drive it specially when its brakes related.

Complaints 1-50 of 285, newest first, reproduced as filed.

Across model years

Worst on record: 2007
YearComplaintsRecallsFiresDeathsAssessment
202037400Routine
2019138610Routine
2018117400Routine
201743000Routine
2016122100Routine
2015 — this page285410Above average
20131761040Routine
20121131100Routine
20111131110Routine
20101841210Routine
20092871120Above average
2008217820Above average
20073701160Above average

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2015 Honda Fit: questions buyers ask

Is the 2015 Honda Fit a good car?

Going by the federal record, it is one of the Fit years to avoid: owners filed 285 complaints, 2.1 times as many as a typical Fit year. The most common complaint is about the electrical system (38%). In NHTSA crash tests it scored 5 stars overall.

What is the most common problem with the 2015 Honda Fit?

The electrical system: 107 of the 285 complaints (38%) are about it. Owners most often say it sets off warning lights on the dash (7%), will not start (6%) and drains the battery or stops charging (5%). The typical report comes at 50,000 miles.

How many recalls does the 2015 Honda Fit have?

4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA, the most recent filed Oct 23, 2015. The largest, 15V574000, covered 143,676 vehicles. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

At what mileage do 2015 Honda Fit problems start?

Half of the complaints that record an odometer reading came in before 47,000 miles. For the electrical system the midpoint is 50,000 miles.

Has NHTSA investigated the 2015 Honda Fit?

Yes, once. EA19001 ("Electrical overstress") was opened Apr 19, 2019 and closed Sep 19, 2024.

Are there service bulletins for the 2015 Honda Fit?

The manufacturer filed 139 technical service bulletins and other notices for it with NHTSA, most of them about the electrical system (30), the body and frame (18) and the engine (16). They include a warranty extension, ABOM02182022, filed Feb 18, 2022. A bulletin is a repair instruction to dealers, not a recall: the fix is usually free only under warranty.

Reading this record

Complaint volume is well above typical for a single model year.

Complaint counts track how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road as much as they track quality. A common model from 2013 has had a decade to accumulate reports; a rare one from last year has not. The signal worth weighing is in the severity columns, in whether the same component keeps appearing, and in whether the manufacturer eventually opened a recall for it.

Recall repairs are free for as long as the recall stands. Check whether a specific car still has open work at NHTSA's VIN lookup.

Most recent recall on file: Oct 23, 2015. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.