2007 Honda Fit Reliability Report

NHTSA data as of Oct 15, 2026Published Oct 23, 2026

Caution

Ranks 13th of 13 Fit years we score.

Owner complaints: 370; 45 are recall notices
Per 10,000 cars: 47.4; 68,598 made for the U.S.
Vs the average car: 1.3×; same age, 1× is average
Serious outcomes: 112; crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
Recalls: 11
NHTSA crash rating: Not rated; no overall rating before 2011

2008 Fit →

Should You Buy the 2007 Honda Fit?

Only after careful checks. Our reliability score for the 2007 Honda Fit is 64 out of 100, which rates Caution. Owners reported about 1.3 times as many problems as for the average car of the same age. It ranks 13th of the 13 Fit years we score.

The most reported problem is the steering, mostly works on and off (80 of 370 complaints). Owners also complain about the headlights and water leaks. 112 of the 370 complaints describe a serious outcome, such as a crash, a fire, an injury or stalling while driving.

It has 11 recalls. Honda also offers a warranty extension that may still apply, for a problem with the steering. For comparison, the 2008 scores 72.

Before you buy, check that the recalls were done, ask a Honda dealer about warranty extension 14-058 and get an independent inspection. The full checklist is at the end of this page.

Pros

No do-not-drive or park-outside recalls
1 Honda warranty extension may cover repairs

Cons

About 1.3 times the problems of the average car its age
Steering: works on and off80 complaints
Headlights: stopped working64 complaints
Body seals (water leak): water leaking in49 complaints

How the 2007 Fit Earned Its Score

Every model year starts at 100. Each part takes points away when this year has more problems than the average car of the same age. How we score

Score breakdown
Item	Vs average	Points lost
Starting score		100
Serious problems112 complaints · average car: about 90	1.2×	−19
Everyday problems213 complaints · average car: about 139	1.5×	−9
Problems in the last two years0 complaints · average car: about 1.7	Not counted	–
Recalls11 recalls · average car: about 3.5	2.3×	−8
Score		64

The last two years are not counted for the 2007 Fit. Honda made 68,598 of them, and at this age an average car made in that number would get only about 3.0 complaints of any kind in two years. We need at least 5 to compare, so we leave this part out. Its 30% goes to serious and everyday problems instead, so they make up 80% of the score rather than 50%.

Each part shows two counts: this year's so far, and what an average car would have at the same age. For complaints, that average car was made in the same number as this one. “Vs average” compares the two counts, but in our scoring system we first add a little to both, so a few complaints cannot swing the result. That is why it is not simply one count divided by the other. The last two years count only complaints about five systems: the engine and fuel system, transmission, brakes, steering, and airbags and seat belts.

What Owners Report

We read all 370 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Honda Fit, one by one, and grouped them by the problem they describe. The most reported problems come first. A complaint that describes more than one problem is counted under each, so the counts add up to more than 370.

Steering: works on and off
80 complaints (22%)
Problems that come and go, locking up and sticking or stiffness. 21 of these 80 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often loss of steering control. In 4 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem. Median mileage when it started: about 56,000 miles.
Headlights: stopped working
64 complaints (17%)
A feature that stopped working, problems that come and go and poor aim. 17 of these 64 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often loss of visibility. In 8 complaints, the problem came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 75,000 miles.
Body seals (water leak): water leaking in
49 complaints (13%)
Water leaking in. 3 of these 49 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often an injury. In 3 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 4 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 50,000 miles.
CV axles: parts breaking or coming apart
15 complaints (4%)
Parts breaking or coming apart, failure or loss of drive and rust or corrosion. 11 of these 15 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 133,000 miles.
Exterior lights: stopped working
12 complaints (3%)
A feature that stopped working and problems that come and go. Median mileage when it started: about 52,000 miles.
Cabin odor or mold: a bad smell
10 complaints (3%)
A bad smell. Median mileage when it started: about 60,000 miles.
Engine: stalling
10 complaints (3%)
Stalling, unusual noises and surging. 8 of these 10 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. In 3 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem. Median mileage when it started: about 64,000 miles.
Unintended acceleration (cause not stated)
9 complaints (2%)
Sudden acceleration. 8 of these 9 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often sudden acceleration or braking. Median mileage when it started: about 25,000 miles.
Airbags: no deployment in a crash
7 complaints (2%)
No deployment in a crash. Median mileage when it started: about 20,000 miles.
Door latches: not opening or unlocking
7 complaints (2%)
Not opening or unlocking. Median mileage when it started: about 79,000 miles.
Paint and rust: rust or corrosion
7 complaints (2%)
Rust or corrosion and damage. Median mileage when it started: about 18,000 miles.
Frontal airbags: no deployment in a crash
6 complaints (2%)
No deployment in a crash and warning lights. Median mileage when it started: about 75,000 miles.
Ignition coils or spark plugs: parts breaking or coming apart
6 complaints (2%)
Parts breaking or coming apart, a failure and loose. 1 of these 6 complaints describes a serious outcome. Median mileage when it started: about 78,000 miles.
Passenger airbag sensor: warning lights
6 complaints (2%)
Warning lights, a failure and rust or corrosion. Median mileage when it started: about 37,000 miles.
Airbag warning light
5 complaints (1%)
Warning lights. Median mileage when it started: about 36,000 miles.

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Engine (misfire codes): rough running or misfires
5 complaints (1%)
Rough running or misfires and stalling. 2 of these 5 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 100,000 miles.
Taillights or brake lights: stopped working
5 complaints (1%)
A feature that stopped working. Median mileage when it started: about 76,000 miles.
Power windows or regulator: a fire
4 complaints (1%)
A fire, a feature that stopped working and damage. 2 of these 4 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a fire. Median mileage when it started: about 96,000 miles.
Stall (cause not stated)
4 complaints (1%)
Stalling. 3 of these 4 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 75,000 miles.
Brakes failure
3 complaints (under 1%)
A failure and loss of braking.
Manual transmission or clutch: failure or loss of drive
3 complaints (under 1%)
Failure or loss of drive and not releasing. 2 of these 3 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 76,000 miles.
Cylinder head failure
3 complaints (under 1%)
A failure that needed a new part and damage. Median mileage when it started: about 89,000 miles.
Seats: locking up
3 complaints (under 1%)
Locking up and rust or corrosion.
Tires: parts breaking or coming apart
3 complaints (under 1%)
Parts breaking or coming apart and a leak. 2 of these 3 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a tow. Median mileage when it started: about 20,000 miles.
Transmission: hesitation
3 complaints (under 1%)
Hesitation, harsh or delayed shifts and a loss of power. 2 of these 3 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 6,000 miles.
12V battery failure
2 complaints (under 1%)
A failure.
A/C condenser: damage
2 complaints (under 1%)
Damage and a leak.
ABS: warning lights
2 complaints (under 1%)
Warning lights and damage.
Control arm bushings: shattering or cracking
2 complaints (under 1%)
Shattering or cracking and a failure.
Engine sensors or computer: surging
2 complaints (under 1%)
Surging and a feature that stopped working. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: sudden acceleration or braking.
Exterior trim: parts breaking or coming apart
2 complaints (under 1%)
Parts breaking or coming apart.
Frame or structure: shattering or cracking
2 complaints (under 1%)
Shattering or cracking and rust or corrosion. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: a tow.
Ignition or push-button start: the car not starting
2 complaints (under 1%)
The car not starting. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: a car that would not start.
Interior trim: damage
2 complaints (under 1%)
Damage and parts breaking or coming apart.
Loss of power (cause not stated)
2 complaints (under 1%)
A loss of power. Both describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving.
Noise (cause not stated)
2 complaints (under 1%)
Unusual noises.
Clock spring or cable reel: parts breaking or coming apart
2 complaints (under 1%)
Parts breaking or coming apart and a failure that needed a new part.
Interior lights: stopped working
2 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working and problems that come and go.
Poor acceleration (cause not stated)
2 complaints (under 1%)
Hesitation.
Side or curtain airbags: no deployment in a crash
2 complaints (under 1%)
No deployment in a crash. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: a crash.
Wheel rim: rust or corrosion
2 complaints (under 1%)
Rust or corrosion.

Reported Once (25)

Show the 25 problems reported once

A/C: stopped working
Airbag inflator (rupture risk or Takata): fault code
Uneven tire wear: early wear
Brake power assist: a hard pedal or less assist
Check engine light (cause not stated)
Cooling system: a leak
Cylinder head gasket failure
Engine mounts: parts breaking or coming apart
Exhaust or catalytic converter failure
Horn: the system acting on its own
Cruise control: stopped working
Fuel tank: unusual noises
Problem not described (cause not stated)
Right axle lift bearing failure
Serpentine belt: shattering or cracking
Parking brake: stopped working
Sway bar links failure
Starter: the car not starting
Car not starting (cause not stated)
Struts or shocks failure
Shifter or park: works on and off
Windows or locks or sunroof (operate by themselves): the system acting on its own
Windshield: shattering or cracking
Windshield wipers: skipping
Wiring, fuses or body control module: damage

How the 2007 Honda Fit Compares With Other Years

The other Fit years of the 1st generation, 2007 to 2008, and the year just after it.

Year	Rating	Score	Vs average	Per 10k cars	Recalls	Most reported problem
2009	Good	76	0.70×	24.5	11	Steering: sticking or stiffness
2008	Good	72	0.73×	23.4	8	Body seals (water leak): water leaking in
2007 This year	Caution	64	1.3×	47.4	11	Steering: works on and off

See every Fit year

2007 Honda Fit Recalls

The 2007 Honda Fit has 11 recalls. The most recent was issued in December 2020: “Drive Shaft May Corrode and Fail.” A VIN check at NHTSA shows which are still open on a given car.

Drive Shaft May Corrode and Fail
A broken drive shaft may cause a sudden loss of drive power. The vehicle could also roll away if the parking brake has not been applied before the vehicle has been exited. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
NHTSA 20V770000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Dec 10, 2020. By the fourth quarter of 2022, 49% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 19V501000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Jun 27, 2019. By the fourth quarter of 2020, 42% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
An explosion of an inflator within the driver frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver, front seat passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 19V182000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Mar 6, 2019. By the third quarter of 2020, 49% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Improperly Installed Passenger Air Bag
An incorrectly installed air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA 18V268000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Apr 26, 2018. By the third quarter of 2019, 85% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture, January 2017
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 17V029000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Jan 10, 2017. By the second quarter of 2018, 68% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture, May 2016
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 16V344000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued May 23, 2016. By the third quarter of 2017, 58% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.

Show 5 more recalls

Power Window Switch May Overheat
An overheated switch can cause smoke, melting and fire.
NHTSA 13V260000 Owner letter (PDF)Issued Jun 24, 2013.
Low Beam Headlight
The low beam headlights can become inoperative decreasing the driver's visibility as well as the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 10V624000 Owner letter (PDF)Issued Dec 15, 2010.
Power Window Switch
An overheated switch can cause smoke, melting and fire.
NHTSA 10V033000 Owner letter (PDF)Issued Feb 2, 2010.
SRS Harness Occupant Detection System
A failure of the ODS and opds may not detect the presence of a child seat or an out-of-position passenger and deployment of both the front seat passenger's frontal and side air bags will not be suppressed. In the event of a crash, a deploying front passenger air bag or front passenger's side air bag will increase the risk of injury to small or out-of-position occupants.
NHTSA 07V549000 Owner letter (PDF)Issued Dec 3, 2007.
Owner's Manual Hotline Information Incorrect
The language in the owner's manuals is not in accordance with the current mandatory requirements.
NHTSA 06V270000Issued Jul 26, 2006.

2007 Honda Fit Warranty Extensions and Programs

Honda has one warranty extension and three customer support programs for the 2007 Honda Fit, separate from its recalls. They are for problems with the airbags and steering. One has ended. Whether one applies to a car depends on its VIN, which a Honda dealer can check.

Warranty extensionHonda 14-058
Electric power steering (heavy steering, warning light)
The problem:
The electric power steering can stop helping, so the steering feels heavy or hard to turn. The power steering warning light comes on.
The fix:
A Honda dealer replaces the electric power steering control unit for free.
Who qualifies:
The power steering warning light must be on with a listed steering fault stored. Cars with a salvage or branded title are not covered. The VIN must show as eligible.
Coverage:
10 years or 150,000 miles from the original purchase date, whichever comes first.
Honda's bulletin (PDF)
Customer support programHonda 18-053 and 20-015
Front passenger's airbag inflator
2 programs with the same terms. Which one applies depends on the VIN.
The problem:
The front passenger's airbag inflator can be faulty, and the airbag warning light comes on.
The fix:
A Honda dealer replaces the front passenger's airbag inflator for free.
Who qualifies:
The airbag warning light must be on. A Honda dealer test must show the inflator is faulty. Only replacement inflators that fail later are covered. Open inflator recalls must be done first. Salvage or branded titles are not covered.
Coverage:
18-053: Covered until January 31, 2027.
20-015: Covered until January 31, 2030.
Another program for the same problem, Honda 18-050, has ended.
Bulletin 18-053 (PDF)Bulletin 20-015 (PDF)

2007 Honda Fit NHTSA Investigations

NHTSA has opened one investigation that covers the 2007 Honda Fit. It led to a recall.

Low beam headlights going out in 2007-2008 Fits
Led to a recall
NHTSA's preliminary evaluation covered 2007-2008 Fits. Honda reported that the headlight switch wiring harness could be installed with the low beam wires too tight. Repeated use could wear a connector terminal and sometimes melt it, so the low beams can stop working and crash risk rises. Honda filed recall 10V-624 in December 2010. NHTSA closed the case that month.
NHTSA PE10037 Opening report (PDF)Closing report (PDF)Sep 16, 2010 to Dec 20, 2010

NHTSA Crash Test Ratings

NHTSA gave the 2007 Fit no overall, frontal or side rating. It did rate each seat in those tests and lists the seat ratings under Rating Breakdown on its page. We show them the same way below. These tests are from before 2011, so the stars are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and newer models. See the 2007 Fit ratings on NHTSA.gov.

4-door with side airbags

OverallNot rated

Frontal crashNot rated

Driver seat5/5

Passenger seat5/5

Side crashNot rated

Front seat5/5

Rear seat3/5

RolloverNot rated

Check Before You Buy

A checklist for the 2007 Fit, from its 11 recalls, a Honda warranty extension that may still apply and the problems owners report most.

Confirm the Recalls Were Done

Ask the seller for proof that each of these recalls was repaired.

Drive Shaft May Corrode and Fail NHTSA 20V770000
Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode NHTSA 19V501000
Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode NHTSA 19V182000
Improperly Installed Passenger Air Bag NHTSA 18V268000
Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture, January 2017 NHTSA 17V029000
Look up the VIN at NHTSA to see all 11 recalls and which are still open.

Ask a Honda Dealer

Ask whether this warranty extension applies to this VIN, and whether the work was done.

14-058: electric power steering (heavy steering, warning light)

On the Test Drive

Turn the wheel fully left and right, parked and at low speed. Sticking, notches or stiffness are warning signs.
Look for water stains or damp carpet, and test the sunroof.

Ask the Seller

Ask whether any of these were ever repaired, and ask to see the receipts.

Steering
Headlights
Water leaks
Also ask for the service records, especially oil changes.

Before You Pay

Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic you choose.
Decode the VIN to confirm the model year, engine and trim.
Check the title for salvage, flood or rebuilt branding.

What to do next

All Fit Years →Best years and years to avoid, side by side.Compare With Other Years →Put up to four model years side by side.Find Warranty Extensions →Repairs Honda may still cover for this year.Decode a VIN →Confirm the exact year, engine and trim of a car.