2026 Honda HR-V Reliability Report
NHTSA data as of Oct 15, 2026Published Oct 23, 2026
scored
Too new for a score. Here is what owners and NHTSA have reported so far.
- Owner complaints
- 18
- 1 is a recall notice
- Per 10,000 cars
- 1.4
- 125,211 made for the U.S.
- Vs the average car
- –
- Serious outcomes
- 4
- crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
- Recalls
- 0
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5★
- overall, out of 5
Should You Buy the 2026 Honda HR-V?
It is too new to judge. The 2026 Honda HR-V has 18 owner complaints and 0 recalls so far. We expect a first provisional score around July 2027.
The 2024 HR-V, from the same generation, scored 74 and rated Good.
The most reported problem is phone and navigation features, mostly stopped working (4 of 18 complaints). Owners also complain about the steering and the brakes. 4 of the 18 complaints describe a serious outcome, such as a crash, a fire, an injury or stalling while driving.
It has no recalls. NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests.
Before you buy, get an independent inspection. The full checklist is at the end of this page.
Pros
- No recalls
- 5-star NHTSA overall crash rating
Cons
- Phone and navigation: stopped working4 complaints
- Steering: stopped working3 complaints
- Brakes: warning lights2 complaints
Why There Is No Final Score Yet
Too new to score. First provisional score expected around July 2027.
So far there are 18 owner complaints, 4 with a serious outcome, and 0 recalls. Early counts are not enough to judge a model year. The automaker's production report for it is not complete yet.
It is the same generation as the 2024 HR-V, which scored 74 and rated Good.
What Owners Report
We read all 18 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2026 Honda HR-V, 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 18.
Phone and navigation: stopped working
4 complaints (22%)
A feature that stopped working. In 3 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem.
Steering: stopped working
3 complaints (17%)
A feature that stopped working, sticking or stiffness and pulling or wandering.
Brakes: warning lights
2 complaints (11%)
Warning lights and loss of braking. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: loss of braking.
Lane keeping assist: warning lights
2 complaints (11%)
Warning lights.
Side window glass: shattering or cracking
2 complaints (11%)
Shattering or cracking.
Reported Once (12)
Show the 12 problems reported once
- Several warning lights at once
- Exterior trim: parts breaking or coming apart
- Fuel pump failure
- Horn: too quiet
- Screen and audio: unusual noises
- Noise (cause not stated)
- Emissions system: reduced power or limp mode
- Oil-related valve: fault code
- Vehicle fire (cause not stated)
- Rear window glass: shattering or cracking
- Sunroof glass (shattered): shattering or cracking
- Wheel bearings: parts breaking or coming apart
How the 2026 Honda HR-V Compares With Other Years
The other HR-V years of the 2nd generation, 2023 to 2027, and the year just before it.
| Year | Rating | Score | Vs average | Per 10k cars | Recalls | Most reported problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Too new | – | – | – | 0 | – |
| 2026 This year | Too new | – | – | 1.4 | 0 | Phone and navigation: stopped working |
| 2025 | Provisional 81 | – | – | 2.5 | 1 | Steering: sticking or stiffness |
| 2024 | Good | 74 | 0.64× | 5.6 | 4 | Steering: sticking or stiffness |
| 2023 | Caution | 62 | 4.4× | 67.6 | 3 | Rear window glass: shattering or cracking |
| 2022 | Good | 75 | 0.65× | 7.1 | 3 | CVT failure |
NHTSA Crash Test Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for this model year. See the 2026 HR-V ratings on NHTSA.gov.
SUV AWD and SUV FWD
Check Before You Buy
A checklist for the 2026 HR-V, from the problems owners report most.
On the Test Drive
- Test the screen, audio and phone connection for freezing or rebooting.
- Turn the wheel fully left and right, parked and at low speed. Sticking, notches or stiffness are warning signs.
- Brake firmly from a moderate speed. A soft, hard or pulsing pedal, or a brake warning light, is a warning sign.
Ask the Seller
Ask whether any of these were ever repaired, and ask to see the receipts.
- Phone and navigation features
- Steering
- Brakes
- 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