2007 Honda Fit vs 2008 Honda Fit
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2007 Honda Fit | 2008 Honda Fit |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 369 | 217 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 35 | 32 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 28 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 29–31 | 29–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 62,000 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Fit | Honda Fit |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 66 | 57 |
| Structure | 62 | 43 |
| Steering | 86 | 12 |
| Exterior Lighting | 65 | 17 |
| Power Train | 27 | 24 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 18 |
| Engine | 17 | 23 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 30 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 23 | 13 |
| Stalling | 20 | 28 |
| Loss of power | 16 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 13 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 8 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 9 | 0 |
2007 Honda Fit
2008 Honda Fit
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.