Is the 2020 Honda FIT reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2020 Honda FIT is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Honda FIT?

The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2020 Honda FIT have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2020 Honda FIT

▲ Better than typical

2020 Honda FIT
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This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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: 37
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Forward collision avoidance

Complaints per year

2020: 37 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2007	370
2008	217
2009	287
2010	184
2011	113
2012	113
2013	176
2014	0
2015	285
2016	122
2017	43
2018	117
2019	138
2020	37

Known problem areas

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

Forward collision avoidance

30% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing warnings and adaptive cruise control.

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The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system and multipurpose camera unit (part of Honda Sensing) on my 2020 Honda Fit malfunction intermittently. On some engine starts the camera and ACC function normally.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-26

Also filed under Lane departure

Automatic emergency brake bleeps warning and brakes get locked while driving. This happens all the the without any objects nearby or vehicles close enough to initiate the emergency brake.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-13

The Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) consistently provides a false positive when approaching a particular railroad crossing near my home.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-08

Electrical system

22% · 8 reports

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My dashboard, specifically the area with my odometer and gas mileage reader, has been flickering and scrambling numbers. This seems to be an issue with many 3rd generation Honda Fit models (2015-2020).

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-27

Digital display (Mileage, oil level, fuel gauge, etc) fails when turning vehicle on during cold weather. It remains backlit, but all text disappears. Typically, this happens when driving on either highway or city streets.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-02-10

Engine

16% · 6 reports

Lane departure

16% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing assist and warning.

Fuel/propulsion system

11% · 4 reports

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2023-03-13Back over prevention23V046000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit.

Remedy: Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is 6DW.

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2024-03-28Air bags24V064000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid,...

Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, October 18, 2024, and August 2025. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

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2024-07-08Back over prevention24V384000 Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles that were previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 23V-046.

Remedy: Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2024. Owners may contact Honda service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are TIQ and DIR.

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2026-07-06Air bags26V332000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021...

Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

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Buy-smart checklist

2020 Honda FIT — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Forward collision avoidance: 11 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 23V046000 · Back over prevention
Recall 24V064000 · Air bags
Recall 24V384000 · Back over prevention
Recall 26V332000 · Air bags

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201743

Worst years3 years

FAQ

Is the 2020 Honda FIT reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2020 Honda FIT is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Honda FIT?: The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Honda FIT have?: 4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.