MYRModel Year Report

2015 Honda FIT

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2015 Honda FIT
BUILT 2026-10-10

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
284
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2015

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

41% of complaints

Complaints per year

2007: 370 complaints 2007 2008: 217 complaints 2009: 287 complaints 2009 2010: 184 complaints 2011: 113 complaints 2011 2012: 113 complaints 2013: 176 complaints 2013 2014: 0 complaints 2015: 284 complaints 2015 284 2016: 121 complaints 2017: 43 complaints 2017 2018: 117 complaints 2019: 136 complaints 2019 2020: 36 complaints
2007: 370 complaints 2007 2008: 217 complaints 2008 2009: 287 complaints 2009 2010: 184 complaints 2010 2011: 113 complaints 2011 2012: 113 complaints 2012 2013: 176 complaints 2013 2014: 0 complaints 2014 2015: 284 complaints 2015 284 2016: 121 complaints 2016 2017: 43 complaints 2017 2018: 117 complaints 2018 2019: 136 complaints 2019 2020: 36 complaints 2020
2007: 370 complaints 2007 2008: 217 complaints 2008 2009: 287 complaints 2009 2010: 184 complaints 2010 2011: 113 complaints 2011 2012: 113 complaints 2012 2013: 176 complaints 2013 2014: 0 complaints 2014 2015: 284 complaints 2015 284 2016: 121 complaints 2016 2017: 43 complaints 2017 2018: 117 complaints 2018 2019: 136 complaints 2019 2020: 36 complaints 2020

2015: 284 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2007370
2008217
2009287
2010184
2011113
2012113
2013176
20140
2015284
2016121
201743
2018117
2019136
202036

Known problem areas

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

Electrical system

41% · 117 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and wiring.

Show complaint excerpts

The vehicle has experienced the same electrical/charging problem twice. The first time, three warning lights came on while I was driving. The vehicle subsequently lost electrical power and began experiencing a significant loss of acceleration.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-02

The vehicle experienced transmission drive issues accompanied by a Check Engine Light. An independent repair facility scanned the vehicle and confirmed diagnostic trouble code P0717 for a transmission speed sensor open circuit.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-30

Also filed under Power train

The contact owns a 2015 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the "Check Charging System" warning light illuminated. Additionally, the engine start button intermittently failed to start the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-15

Also filed under Engine

Fuel/propulsion system

14% · 41 reports
CRASHINJURY

Engine

14% · 40 reports

Power train

13% · 38 reports
CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

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, 2014-10-10

Also filed under Structure and air bags

Structure

7% · 21 reports

Most commonly citing body.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-26

Also filed under Air bags

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, 2024-01-03

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2014-09-25Air bags14V563000 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.

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    2015Complaint volume 284 complaints filed for this model year.
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    2015-10-09Electrical system15V559000 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.

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    2015-11-02Power train15V574000 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.

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    2015-12-18Air bags, structure15V697000 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.

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    2019-04-19Engineering analysisClosed 2024-09-19 Electrical overstress

Buy-smart checklist

2015 Honda FIT — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 117 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 41 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 40 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 14V563000 · Air bags
  • Recall 15V559000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 15V574000 · Power train
  • Recall 15V697000 · Air bags, structure
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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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 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Honda FIT have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.