2027 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
- 3
- Per 10,000 cars
- –
- Vs the average car
- –
- Serious outcomes
- 0
- crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
- Recalls
- 0
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5★
- overall, out of 5
Should You Buy the 2027 Honda HR-V?
It is too new to judge. The 2027 Honda HR-V has 3 owner complaints and 0 recalls so far. We expect a first provisional score around July 2028.
The 2024 HR-V, from the same generation, scored 74 and rated Good.
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
None stand out.
Why There Is No Final Score Yet
Too new to score. First provisional score expected around July 2028.
So far there are 3 owner complaints, 0 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 3 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2027 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 3.
No problem shows up in more than one of the complaints we read.
Reported Once (6)
Show the 6 problems reported once
- Defroster: mist and condensation on the front window
- Fuel economy: high fuel use
- Noise (cause not stated)
- Poor acceleration (cause not stated)
- Vibration (cause not stated)
- Warning lights (cause not stated)
How the 2027 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 This year | Too new | – | – | – | 0 | – |
| 2026 | 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 2027 HR-V ratings on NHTSA.gov.
SUV FWD and SUV AWD
Check Before You Buy
Checks to make on any used 2027 HR-V before you buy.
Ask the Seller
- 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