2016 Honda Fit engine problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2016 Honda Fit — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2016 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while accelerating from a complete stop, the vehicle hesitated to respond. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the spark plugs were replaced twice, and the catalytic converter was replaced at the…”
filed Apr 11, 2025
“The big recall with Honda and Acura, it lists the 2018-2019 Honda fit as having issues with the fuel pump modular. I've had the same issues with my 2016 for a few years now. I've stalled while driving and the steering wheel locks up when that happens. When starting from a stop, it is worse. I once…”
filed Feb 21, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Service Bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301â P0304 (cylinder misfire detected) due to carbon buildup on the intake valves may be affecting combustion.
A21-007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 2, 2023Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301â P0304 (cylinder misfire detected). Carbon buildup on the intake valves may be affecting combustion.
A22-019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 1, 2022Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301â P0304 (cylinder misfire detected). Carbon buildup on the intake valves may be affecting combustion.
A21-007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 1, 2022Service Bulletin - 2015-16 Fit: MIL Is On with DTC P0420
A18-027 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 18, 2022Service Bulletin - 2015-16 Fit: MIL Is On with DTC P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304
A16-034 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 18, 2022
Engine problems in other Fit years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Fit | 6 | 17% |
| 2019 Fit | 16 | 12% |
| 2018 Fit | 22 | 19% |
| 2017 Fit | 11 | 26% |
| 2015 Fit | 40 | 14% |
| 2013 Fit | 14 | 8% |
| 2012 Fit | 12 | 11% |
| 2011 Fit | 7 | 6% |
| 2010 Fit | 5 | 3% |
| 2009 Fit | 13 | 5% |
| 2008 Fit | 23 | 11% |
| 2007 Fit | 17 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Honda Fit
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.