MYRModel Year Report

2006 Honda Insight

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2006 Honda Insight
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:48:26.319Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Honda Insight Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 highlighted. 2000: 24 complaints 2000 2001: 15 complaints 2002: 12 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2010: 119 complaints 2011: 40 complaints 2011 2012: 59 complaints 2013: 45 complaints 2013 2014: 5 complaints 2019: 96 complaints 2019 2020: 30 complaints 2021: 24 complaints 2021 2022: 29 complaints 2022
2006: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
200024
200115
200212
20033
20042
20052
20062
2010119
201140
201259
201345
20145
201996
202030
202124
202229

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine.

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THE RECALL CAMPAIGN DEPARTMENT AUTHORIZED A RECALL RELATED AUTHORIZATION ISSUING CASE NO. [XXX] WHERE THE DEALERSHIP ROCK HONDA 909-770-8400 REPLACING THE CONTROL UNIT PART NO( IK100PHM-A03) PAID BY ME.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160926

AIR BAGS

1 of 2 total reports mentions: air bags.

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I HAVE A 2006 HONDA INSIGHT. WE ARE DUE WITH OUR FIRST CHILD IN SEPTEMBER 2007. WE WILL NEED THE VEHICLE TO TRANSPORT OUR CHILD TO AND FROM DAYCARE. OUR DEALER HAS REFUSED TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG TO MAKE THE CAR SAFER FOR AN INFANT IN A CARSEAT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070802

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20060802 — equipment

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MOTORCYCLES, THE OWNER'S MANUALS CONTAIN INCORRECT CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S (NHTSA) VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE.

Remedy: HONDA WILL SEND A POSTCARD TO DEALERS AND OWNERS WITH THE CORRECT NHTSA VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE INFORMATION AND WITH INSTRUCTIONS TO INSERT THE CARD INTO THE "REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS" SECTION OF THE O

Campaign 06V270000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 Honda Insight — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06V270000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2006 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 2006 Honda Insight?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 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.