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The EPA has certified this vehicle as among the 20 percent lowest-emitting passenger vehicles for its model year, based on government greenhouse gas and smog ratings.
Honda Insight
EPA MPG:
52 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
EPA MPG:
52 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
RECALL ALERT:
There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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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 2021 Honda Insight has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA.
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The 2021 Honda Insight has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA.
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2021 Sedans & Hatchbacks Reliability
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Honda vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability
Reliability History
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Overall Reliability Verdict
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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Electric Motor
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EV Battery
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Engine Major
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Engine Minor
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Engine Cooling
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Engine Electrical
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Transmission Major
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Transmission Minor
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Drive System
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Fuel System/Emissions
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Exhaust
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Suspension/Steering
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Brakes
NA
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Climate System
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Electrical Accessories
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Body Hardware
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Paint/Trim
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Noises/Leaks
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In-car Electronics
NA
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Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
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Powertrain
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Electric Motor
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2011
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2020
NA
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NA
2022
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EV Battery
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2011
NA
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2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
2024
Engine Major
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NA
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2011
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2016
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2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
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2023
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Engine Minor
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2011
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2016
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2020
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NA
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Engine Cooling
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2011
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2020
NA
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NA
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Engine Electrical
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NA
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2011
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2020
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NA
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Transmission Major
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2011
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Transmission Minor
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2011
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2020
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Drive System
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2010*
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NA
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Fuel System/Emissions
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2010*
2011
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2016
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2020
NA
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NA
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Exhaust
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2011
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2020
NA
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Show all Powertrain Trouble Spots
Suspension/Steering
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2010*
2011
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2020
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Brakes
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2011
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2020
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Climate System
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2010*
2011
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Build Quality
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Electrical Accessories
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Body Hardware
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Paint/Trim
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2010*
2011
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2016
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2018
2019*
2020
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2022
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Noises/Leaks
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2010*
2011
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2019*
2020
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2022
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2023
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Show all Build Quality Trouble Spots
In-car Electronics
2000*
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2001
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2002
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2003
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2004
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2005
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2006
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2007
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2009
2010*
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2023
2024
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
Feb 01, 2024
An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Summary:
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
What should you do:
Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, October 18, 2024, and August 2025. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
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.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
24V064000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
750114
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 17, 2020
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2020-2021 Insight vehicles. The DC-DC converter may shut down and prevent the 12-volt battery from recharging, possibly resulting in a loss of drive power.
What should you do:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the power converter unit (PCU) software, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners can contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is K9E.
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:
20V798000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
27838
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