2002 Honda Insight
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2006 | 2 |
| 2010 | 119 |
| 2011 | 40 |
| 2012 | 59 |
| 2013 | 45 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2019 | 96 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2022 | 29 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
5 of 12 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HONDA INSIGHT. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS FAILED WITHOUT WARNING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160107
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HONDA INSIGHT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOSS EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140725
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HONDA INSIGHT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER THE HEADLIGHTS WERE ACTIVATED THEY WOULD FAIL INTERMITTENTLY AT UNKNOWN, INTERVALS AT RANDOM..
NHTSA ODI report, 20130328
1 of 12 total reports mentions: tires.
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TIRE BLEW OUT FOR NO APPARENT REASON AFTER ONLY 3 WEEKS OF DRIVING. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20011115
1 of 12 total reports mentions: power train.
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CAR STARTED JUDDERING AND LOOSING POWER. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER BECAUSE THERE WAS A "JUDDER RECALL". AFTER GETTING THE CAR BACK, TRANSMISSION IS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080205
1 of 12 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.
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WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY MY LOW BEAMS WENT OUT... SMOKE WAS COMING OUT FROM THE STEERING WHEEL... CONDUCTED RESEARCH AND FOUND THIS RECALL: ID 04V086000 FROM FEB, 24 2004.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080205
1 of 12 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.
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WHILE DRIVING HEADLGHTS WENT COMPLETLY OUT.*AK THE LOW BEAM HEAD LIGHTS FAILED COMPLETELY WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING. THE CONSUMER REPLACED A DIMMER SWITCH AT HIS OWN EXPENSE. *YH
NHTSA ODI report, 20020709
SAFETY TIMELINE
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE LOW-BEAM TERMINAL ON THE HEAD LIGHT WIRE HARNESS CAN OVERHEAT AND COULD CAUSE THE LOW BEAMS TO FAIL WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE HEAD LIGHT SWITCH AND COUPLER FOR SIGNS OF HEAT DAMAGE. IF HEAT DAMAGE IS PRESENT, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE SWITCH AND COUPLER. IF NO HEAT DAMAGE IS PRESENT, THE DEALER W
Campaign 04V086000 — check if this car was fixed
Pedestrian alert sounds
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2002 Honda Insight — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 04V086000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2002 Honda Insight reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Honda Insight?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Honda Insight have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.