MYRModel Year Report

2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid

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2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:31:51.526Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2018 highlighted. 2017: 1 complaints 2017 2018: 130 complaints 2018 2019: 41 complaints 2019 2020: 6 complaints 2020 2021: 1 complaints 2021
2018: 130 complaints
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YearComplaints
20171
2018130
201941
20206
20211

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 19%

19% of complaints: engine — 25 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 18%

18% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 23 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
POWER TRAIN 15%

15% of complaints: power train — 19 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12%

12% of complaints: electrical system — 16 distinct reports on file.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 12%

12% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 15 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

R 20240329 — fuel system, gasoline

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.

Campaign 23V858000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

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

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (25 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (23 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (19 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 23V858000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.