2016 Honda Fit vs 2018 Honda Fit
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Honda Fit | 2018 Honda Fit |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 119 | 115 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 94 | 48 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 32–36 | 31–36 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 37,000 mi | 28,850 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Fit | Honda Fit |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 54 | 34 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 16 | 30 |
| Engine | 11 | 22 |
| Structure | 3 | 12 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 11 |
| Power Train | 7 | 4 |
| Tires | 7 | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 0 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 10 | 19 |
| Stalling | 6 | 7 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 17 |
2016 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.