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    Honda Fit

    EPA MPG: 34 mpg

    RECALL ALERT:
    There is 1 recall on this vehicle. Learn More.

    Reliability

    Overall Reliability

    Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how used vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system.

    The 2016 Honda Fit has been recalled 1 time by NHTSA. View Recalls
    Most Common Trouble Spots
    Common Trouble Spot
    Common Trouble Spot

    Owner Reported Trouble Spots

    The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2016 Honda Fit owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

    Body Hardware

    Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

    What Owners Say

    Other body problem

    "Lower decorative front grill came loose and fell off. A mud shield under the car came loose and fell off as well... it is too close to the ground and struck a roadside object."

    Anonymous, FL (2016 Honda Fit 1.5-L 4 Cyl)

    "undercarriage fell down while driving had it fixed but now hits at bumps, front side panel coming off"

    Anonymous, NJ (2016 Honda Fit EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl)
    Tailgate, hatch or trunk

    "Hatchback release mechanism rusted and due to the increased friction it would not spring back as it should. If you didnt push it back manually ten the hatchback wouldnt open until it was pushed back, then the car would have to be re- locked and re- opened before the release latch would work and the hatchback would open."

    Anonymous A., ON (2016 Honda Fit LX 1.5-L 4 Cyl)

    "Hatch opening mechanism sticks."

    Anonymous, ON (2016 Honda Fit EX-L 1.5-L 4 Cyl)

    Paint/Trim

    Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

    What Owners Say

    Loose exterior trim or moldings

    "falling off"

    Anonymous, NJ (2016 Honda Fit EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl)
    Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling)

    "Paint is coming off of the vehicle in multiple places including the body and the doors."

    Anonymous, CA (2016 Honda Fit EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl)
    Rust

    "Apparently when purchased used it had been repainted, covering the rust spots, which have begun to show up."

    Anonymous, NY (2016 Honda Fit EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl)

    Noises/Leaks

    Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Air or water leaks

    "Discovered damp floor near right rear passenger seat. Noticed this in 2021. I took the door apart and resealed the plastic covering to the sealant bead. It's leaking again in 2024, same location, same problem."

    Anonymous, MA (2016 Honda Fit EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl)
    Seals and/or weather-stripping

    "Replaced rear door iner rubber seals."

    Anonymous, PA (2016 Honda Fit LX 1.5-L 4 Cyl)
    Squeaks or rattles

    "Problem yet to be located and solved. Certain things have been ruled out, such as brakes."

    Anonymous, MA (2016 Honda Fit EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl)

    Suspension/Steering

    Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

    What Owners Say

    Tire wear is uneven

    "There is a fixed wheel axle part causes more wear on the tires in the back, so my 6 mo. old tires already have worn down 40%. A tire service person told me that the cheaper cars have this fixed wheel axle part and it wears tires down faster. I had an alignment issue which was caused by driving over train tracks daily so that also affected the tire wear."

    Anonymous, ND (2016 Honda Fit EX-L 1.5-L 4 Cyl)
    Wheel balance

    "Alignment out twice and alignment light was on from traveling over a rough set of railroad tracks 4 times a day."

    Anonymous, ND (2016 Honda Fit EX-L 1.5-L 4 Cyl)

    Exhaust

    Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Other/unsure

    "I find the Honda Fit's ride too uncomfortable, bouncy, jerky. I'd rather have a comfortable car."

    Anonymous, OR (2016 Honda Fit EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl)

    "Instrument cluster that malfunctions in cold or wet weather. From the Fit forums, I understand it's a common issue, but Honda never issued a recall. I've had this problem, intermittently, since I purchased the vehicle in August 2017."

    Anonymous A., TX (2016 Honda Fit EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl)

    Climate System

    AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

    What Owners Say

    A/C compressor

    "A/C compressor failed Fall of 2023 and was replaced."

    Anonymous, NJ (2016 Honda Fit EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl)
    Evaporator

    "purchased the 16Fit used from a car rental company. their pre-sale prep work should have found that the evaporator was leaking at several points, but they neglected to tell me. I had also purchased an after-sale mechanical repair policy on this car and this policy covered replacement and repair"

    Anonymous, MO (2016 Honda Fit EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl)

    In-car Electronics

    Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

    What Owners Say

    Display screen goes blank

    "The gas tank reading and mileage display goes blank intermittently on the dashboard. We have been able to use the range setting on the camera display to determine when we should fill the tank."

    Anonymous, IL (2016 Honda Fit EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl)

    "about 8 months ago, screen randomly goes blank upon vehicle start up. Display sometimes returns minutes later, or not until next start up sequence"

    Anonymous, PA (2016 Honda Fit LX 1.5-L 4 Cyl)

    Electrical Accessories

    Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

    What Owners Say

    Other electrical system problem

    "Electrical buzzing/grinding noise diagnosed as eventual failure of steering interlock system. Unit repaird at relatively high cost."

    Anonymous, MA (2016 Honda Fit EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl)

    Engine Major

    Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

    What Owners Say

    Other major engine problem

    "At cold start up, the engine rattles loudly for about 2 seconds which means the the variable valve timing control (VTC) actuator is defective. The fix is replacing the VTC actuator but as it is nearly a $2000 repair at a Honda dealership, I do not plan on having this work done unless the problem gets worse."

    Anonymous A., MN (2016 Honda Fit EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl)

    Drive System

    Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

    Engine Electrical

    Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

    Transmission Major

    Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

    Engine Minor

    Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

    Brakes

    Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

    Engine Cooling

    Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

    Fuel System/Emissions

    Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

    Transmission Minor

    Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

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    POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
    Powertrain
    Engine Major
    Engine Minor
    Engine Cooling
    Engine Electrical
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    Drive System
    Fuel System/Emissions
    Exhaust
    Suspension/Steering
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    Electrical Accessories
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    Noises/Leaks
    In-car Electronics
    Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories. NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
    Recalls
    PROVIDED BY
    AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE
    Oct 23, 2015
    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.
    Summary:
    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".
    What should you do:
    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.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 15V697000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 25367
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