2019 Honda Clarity Electric
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2019
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2019: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
2 of 3 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Clarity Electric. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start up as needed. The contact mentioned the vehicle had to be jump-started. The contact stated that the failure occurred multiple times.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-01-06
Service brakes
1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
Show complaint excerpts
Phev burning smell econ (Ev) driving. It happened 2 times after the battery drops to two bars, which means mode was changed to hybrid from econ.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-10-15
Also filed under Engine and engine cooling
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2020-07-24Seat belts20V326000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Clarity Fuel Cell, Clarity Electric, and Clarity Plug-in Hybrid vehicles with rear seat belt assemblies with a dual-mode locking mechanism.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seat belt assembly production dates, and replace the assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2019 Honda Clarity Electric — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 20V326000 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 2019 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 2019 Honda Clarity Electric?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2019 Honda Clarity Electric have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.