MYRModel Year Report

2015 Honda FIT

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2015 Honda FIT
BUILT 2026-08-02

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

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 FIT Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2015 highlighted. 2007: 369 complaints 2007 2008: 217 complaints 2009: 286 complaints 2009 2010: 183 complaints 2011: 113 complaints 2011 2012: 113 complaints 2013: 175 complaints 2013 2014: 0 complaints 2015: 281 complaints 2015 2016: 117 complaints 2017: 42 complaints 2017 2018: 114 complaints 2019: 133 complaints 2019 2020: 34 complaints 2020
2015: 281 complaints
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YearComplaints
2007369
2008217
2009286
2010183
2011113
2012113
2013175
20140
2015281
2016117
201742
2018114
2019133
202034

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 39%

39% of complaints: electrical system — 109 distinct reports on file.

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Digital fuel gage and odometer flickers intermittently or displays incorrect information

NHTSA ODI report, 20231130

Main display that shows mileage, gas levels, maintenance needs, etc malfunctions - sometimes it goes wonky, sometimes it disappears altogether.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231006

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 15%

15% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 41 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
ENGINE 14%

14% of complaints: engine — 39 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 13%

13% of complaints: power train — 37 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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WHEN FACED WITH HEAVY IMPACT THE VEHICLE DO NOT ACTIVE THE AIR BAGS. HOWEVER, THE DAMAGE OF THE VEHICLE WERE OF SUCH MAGNITUDE THAT IT BROKE THE TRANSMISSION, THE CLUTCH HOUSING, THE FRONT BODY KIT SUCH AS FOG LIGHT , FRONT BUMPERS AND OTHER PARTS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141010

STRUCTURE 7%

7% of complaints: structure — 19 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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DRIVING SOUTH BOUND ON BALLPLAY RD. MADISONVILLE, TN OUR SIDE AIR BAG CURTAINS DEPLOYED AT THE SAME TIME. THERE WAS NO IMPACT CAUSING THEM TO DEPLOY. CAUSING US TO LEAVE THE ROAD. WITH SOME DAMAGE TO THE BOTTOM SIDES OF THE CAR. *JS

NHTSA ODI report, 20180326

WHEN FACED WITH HEAVY IMPACT THE VEHICLE DO NOT ACTIVE THE AIR BAGS. HOWEVER, THE DAMAGE OF THE VEHICLE WERE OF SUCH MAGNITUDE THAT IT BROKE THE TRANSMISSION, THE CLUTCH HOUSING, THE FRONT BODY KIT SUCH AS FOG LIGHT , FRONT BUMPERS AND OTHER PARTS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141010

The floor of the driver seat and the floor of the front passenger seat continuously flood after it rains. I have dried the floors with a vacuum and checked for any potential leaks or blockages.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240103

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20140925 — air bags

American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2015 Honda Fit vehicles manufactured April 11, 2014, to June 9, 2014.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the A-pillar interior cover and install the correct A-pillar cover, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on September 25, 2014.

Campaign 14V563000 — check if this car was fixed

▮ 2015 — complaint volume: 281
R 20151009 — electrical system

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015 Fit vehicles manufactured December 6, 2013, to August 28, 2014.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Plug Top Ignition Coils with new design, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138.

Campaign 15V559000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20151102 — power train

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Civic vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014, to November 6, 2014 and 2015 Fit vehicles manufactured March 12, 2014, to May 12, 2015.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 30, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

Campaign 15V574000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20151218 — air bags, structure

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Fit LX-trim vehicles manufactured April 11, 2014, to July 02, 2015 and not equipped with a sunroof.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear grab handle bracket, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JV8.

Campaign 15V697000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20190419 — EA (closed 20240919)

Electrical overstress

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2015 Honda FIT — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (109 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (41 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (39 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 14V563000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 15V559000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 15V574000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 15V697000 (air bags, structure) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2020 ▲ 2017 ● 2012

WORST YEARS

■ 2007 ■ 2009 ◆ 2008

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FAQ

Is the 2015 Honda FIT reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Honda FIT is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Honda FIT?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2015 Honda FIT have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

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