2023 Honda HR-V
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 237 |
| 2017 | 120 |
| 2018 | 151 |
| 2019 | 215 |
| 2020 | 79 |
| 2021 | 61 |
| 2022 | 81 |
| 2023 | 680 |
| 2024 | 106 |
| 2025 | 39 |
| 2026 | 10 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
47% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 318 distinct reports on file.
INJURY11% of complaints: steering — 76 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY5% of complaints: structure — 33 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: visibility — 31 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: electrical system — 29 distinct reports on file.
Show complaint excerpts
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, 20230119
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 23V782000 — 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
Front Seat Belt Assemblies may be Missing the Rivet that Secures the Quick Connector and Wire Plate
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.
Campaign 24V744000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2023 Honda HR-V — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (318 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (76 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (33 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V782000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V858000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V744000 (steering) has been completed.
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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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.