2020 Honda HR-V
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 239 |
| 2017 | 122 |
| 2018 | 156 |
| 2019 | 232 |
| 2020 | 83 |
| 2021 | 63 |
| 2022 | 86 |
| 2023 | 684 |
| 2024 | 108 |
| 2025 | 42 |
| 2026 | 12 |
| 2027 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
24% of complaints: electrical system — 20 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
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LKAS lights all came on and ACC warnings. Brake system and auto high beams. Mechanic seems to think itâs the camera, car only has 84,000 miles on it and very well taken care of.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260804
Also filed under LANE DEPARTURE
Instrument Cluster Failure Complaint â 2020 Honda HR-V VIN [XXX] I am reporting an intermittent instrument cluster failure affecting a 2020 Honda HR-V.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260720
17% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 14 distinct reports on file.
16% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
- The transmission had several problems that failed, leading to the car being unable to drive. The car starts, but does not drive in Drive or Reverse. The exact Honda vehicle codes affected are: P0171 and P0793.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250409
14% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 12 distinct reports on file.
12% of complaints: engine — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2020 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the vehicle stalled.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250127
SAFETY TIMELINE
Rear Differential Seizure
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.
Campaign 23V046000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 24V064000 — check if this car was fixed
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
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.
Campaign 24V384000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 26V332000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2020 Honda HR-V — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V046000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V064000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V858000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V384000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V332000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2020 Honda HR-V reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2020 Honda HR-V is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Honda HR-V?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Honda HR-V have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.