Is the 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid 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 Plug-IN Hybrid?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid

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2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-11-01T06:03:54.884Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 135
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2018: 135 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2017	1
2018	135
2019	42
2020	7
2021	1

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

19% · 25 reports

CRASH

Fuel/propulsion system

17% · 23 reports

CRASHINJURY

Forward collision avoidance

15% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.

CRASHINJURY

Show complaint excerpts

My car was involved in a low speed accident in which the front end of our car hit the rear bumper of the other car. There was no damage to the other car and what appeared to be only minor damage to our front grill.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-02

Multi-Purpose Camera Unit failure, error code U3000-49

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-28

Also filed under Lane departure

The forward-facing Honda Sensing camera mounted behind the windshield (Nidec monocular camera, Honda part number 36160-TRW-A04) failed at approximately 85000 miles on XXX The failure produced simultaneous dashboard warnings and disabled multiple...

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-10

Also filed under Lane departure

Power train

14% · 19 reports

Electrical system

14% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing software.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
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2024-03-29Fuel system, gasoline23V858000 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...

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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Engine: 25 reports on file for this year.
Fuel/propulsion system: 23 reports on file for this year.
Forward collision avoidance: 20 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 23V858000 · Fuel system, gasoline

FAQ

Is the 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid 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 Plug-IN Hybrid?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid have?: 1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.