2018 Honda Clarity Electric
Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2018: 24 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 24 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
5 of 24 total reports mention: electrical system.
Service brakes
5 of 24 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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I was driving straight, no objects in my way, 100 yards behind the car in front of me, and the car automatically breaked with the brake sign flashing on the dash and dinging, bringing me to almost a full stop without my ability to control the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-16
Also filed under Forward collision avoidance
Visibility/wiper
4 of 24 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.
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A/C system has gone out for the third time on the Honda Clarity. This is a safety issue in Minnesota due to windshield fogging during the winter. The A/C system is used to dry the cabin air and prevent fogging.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-03
Engine
4 of 24 total reports mention: engine.
Forward collision avoidance
4 of 24 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2018 Honda Clarity Electric — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility/wiper: 4 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2018 Honda Clarity Electric reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 Honda Clarity Electric?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Honda Clarity Electric have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.