2019 Honda Fit Problems & Complaints

Average1.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the Fit at the same age

Owners have filed 136 complaints about the 2019 Honda Fit with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is about average for the Fit at the same age. The most reported problem area is the fuel & propulsion system (54 complaints, typically around 17,000 miles). 6 recalls cover this model year.

136complaints
6recalls
9crashes
1fires
3injuries
0deaths

Most common 2019 Honda Fit problems

  • 5440%
  • Electrical system~22,000 miles
    4936%
  • Other / not specified~5,000 miles
    2518%
  • Engine & cooling~30,000 miles
    1612%
  • Driver assistance~50,000 miles
    107%
  • Body & structure~17,000 miles
    86%
  • Steering~19,000 miles
    43%
  • Brakes~3,000 miles
    32%
  • Equipment & accessories
    32%
  • Air bags~30,000 miles
    32%
  • Transmission & drivetrain~11,000 miles
    21%
  • Speed control & acceleration~3,000 miles
    21%
  • Stability & traction control~0 miles
    11%
  • Seats~0 miles
    11%
  • Suspension~17,000 miles
    11%
  • Lights
    11%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroof~8,000 miles
    11%
  • Seat belts
    11%

Share of the 136 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Honda Fit complaints by model year

20072008200920102011201220132015201620172018201920203702172871841131131762851214311713636
Owner complaints per model year, Honda Fit. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best Fit years: 2017, 2020, 2011. Years to avoid: 2007, 2015. Compare all years →

2019 Honda Fit recalls (6)

Air bags › Sensor › Occupant classification › Front passenger

NHTSA recall 26V-332 · May 21, 2026 · 98,892 vehicles

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

Back over prevention › Software

NHTSA recall 24V-384 · May 31, 2024 · 114,686 vehicles

Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles that were previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 23V-046. The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit.

Remedy: Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2024. Owners may contact Honda service at 1-888-234-2138.

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 23V-858 · Dec 18, 2023 · 2,490,460 vehicles

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD.

Back over prevention › Display function

NHTSA recall 23V-046 · Feb 2, 2023 · 114,686 vehicles

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit.

Remedy: Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 21V-215 · Mar 25, 2021 · 624,552 vehicles

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V…

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 20V-314 · May 28, 2020 · 135,995 vehicles

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

What 2019 Honda Fit owners say

Fuel & propulsion system all 54 →

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while refueling the vehicle, he stepped away from the vehicle then returned and noticed that fuel had splattered out of the fuel tank filler neck. The contact then stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated however, after driving a half mile, the check engine warning light turned off. The contact was concerned that the vehicle was designed to drain the extra fuel but failed to operate as designed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that fuel had entered the canister and the charcoal filter and the canister needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 17,081.

Storage › Evaporative emissions › Canister · 17,000 miles · Oct 2022

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure; however, the manufacturer was unable to confirm when the part would be available. The failure mileage was 44,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

44,000 miles · Apr 2024

Electrical system all 49 →

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Fit. The contact stated that on two separate occasions, the vehicle suddenly accelerated without warning. The first time, the contact stated that while driving at a low rate of speed, the vehicle independently lurched forward without warning before the vehicle corrected itself and resumed normal operation. The vehicle was taken to a dealer; however, the failure could not be duplicated and no fault was found with the vehicle. A year later while the contact's husband had come to a complete stop at a stop sign; the vehicle's engine began to rev while making a right turn. The vehicle then independently accelerated as the contact's husband attempted to avoid hitting a barrier in the middle of a traffic circle. …

11,000 miles · Nov 2022 · crash

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Fit. The contact stated while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the "Lane Departure" warning light illuminated, and the vehicle independently steered to the left. The contact used force to jerk the steering wheel to the right. The contact stated that the Lane Departure warning light turned off once the vehicle was in a lane. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle stalled intermittently. The contact stated that she had been left several times stranded on the road and required Roadside Assistance. The contact stated that Roadside Assistance was able to jumpstart the vehicle. The contact stated that she had the battery replaced three times. The contact stated that the failure was ongoing. Additionally, the Forward Collision Avoidance system activated erroneously. …

19,000 miles · Mar 2021

Engine & cooling

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while entering the driveway while idling, the accelerator pedal was not depressed when the vehicle accelerated inadvertently. The brake pedal was then depressed but failed to respond. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a building, a hose, and a palm tree where it came to a stop. The vehicle remained at the scene of the crash. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact sustained injuries to both knees and medical attention was required. A police report was not filed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Dec 2024 · crash · 1 injury

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for a diagnostic test. The dealer retrieved DTC: P0304 (ECM Detected Repeated Misfire in Cylinder #4). The dealer linked the failure to Technical Service Bulletin: 21-007; however, the vehicle was not covered under warranty or the bulletin. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and confirmed the information from the dealer, and the contact was provided a case number. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 55,666.

56,000 miles · Feb 2025

2019 Honda Fit engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
1.5L 4-cylCVTFWD33 / 40 / 36
1.5L 4-cyl6-speed manualFWD29 / 36 / 31

EPA ratings. Class: Wagon.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2019 Honda Fit a good car?

Based on 136 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 Fit rates average: 1.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the Fit at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2019 Honda Fit?

The fuel & propulsion system — 54 complaints, 40% of all complaints for this model year, most often about storage › evaporative emissions › canister. Next are the electrical system (49) and engine & cooling (16).

How many recalls does the 2019 Honda Fit have?

There are 6 recalls for the 2019 Honda Fit, the most recent from May 21, 2026 (front passenger). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Honda Fit?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2017, 2020 and 2011. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2007 and 2015. See the full Honda Fit years comparison.

At what mileage do 2019 Honda Fit problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 12,000 miles; 90% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.