Is the 2023 Honda HR-V reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Honda HR-V is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Honda HR-V?

The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2023 Honda HR-V have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2023 Honda HR-V

■ Significantly worse — known issue year

2023 Honda HR-V
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: 685
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Visibility/wiper

Complaints per year

2023: 685 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2016	240
2017	123
2018	157
2019	234
2020	84
2021	63
2022	88
2023	685
2024	109
2025	46
2026	16
2027	3

Known problem areas

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

Visibility/wiper

47% · 319 reports

INJURY

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Rear windshield exploded

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-13

Visibility

12% · 82 reports

Most commonly citing windshield and rear window.

Steering

11% · 77 reports

CRASHINJURY

Structure

5% · 33 reports

Most commonly citing body.

Electrical system

5% · 31 reports

Most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator and 12v/24v/48v battery.

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The screen on the car would randomly turn on and off when the vehicle is on and it will do this the whole time . On Dec 2022 Another issue I had was the door wouldnât unlock on the driver side. I had to get someone to open my door.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-01-19

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2023Complaint volume 685 complaints filed for this model year.
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2024-01-08Seat belts23V782000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Accord and HR-V vehicles. The front seat belt pretensioners may be missing the rivet that secures the quick connector and wire plate.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt pretensioner assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

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2024-03-29Fuel system, gasoline23V858000 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.

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2024-04-04Recall queryClosed 2025-03-26 Front Seat Belt Assemblies may be Missing the Rivet that Secures the Quick Connector and Wire Plate
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2024-11-18Steering24V744000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid...

Remedy: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138.

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Buy-smart checklist

2023 Honda HR-V — pre-purchase inspection

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Visibility/wiper: 319 reports on file for this year.
Visibility: 82 reports on file for this year.
Steering: 77 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 23V782000 · Seat belts
Recall 23V858000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 24V744000 · Steering

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FAQ

Is the 2023 Honda HR-V reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Honda HR-V is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Honda HR-V?: The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Honda HR-V have?: 3 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.