2025 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.
31% of complaints: steering — 13 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2025 Honda HR-V. The contact stated while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, another vehicle suddenly pulled in front of the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 20241202
â¢Steering rack â¢Unstable steering â¢dealership â¢no No messages, began while I was on the highway and had to control the steering on the highway. Which can create a accident .
NHTSA ODI report, 20260721
The steering on my â25 Honda HRV is sticky, at freeway speeds it makes even slight corrections dangerous. What was meant to be a slight curve turns into a swerve. Steering feels sticky and requires more force to move.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260713
21% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
CRASH INJURY DEATH14% of complaints: service brakes — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
We had an accident with my Honda HRV where we rear-ended another vehicle. Right before the crash, a message showed on the dashboard that the brakes system isn't working. Also the airbag didn't deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260331
Also filed under AIR BAGS
10% of complaints: electrical system — 4 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
2025 Honda HR-V — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 24V744000 (steering) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2025 Honda HR-V reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2025 Honda HR-V is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Honda HR-V?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 Honda HR-V have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.