Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2016 Honda Fit. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Improper Rear Grab Rail Bracket/FMVSS 214/226
- Summary
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Fit LX-trim vehicles manufactured April 11, 2014, to July 02, 2015 and not equipped with a sunroof. In the affected vehicles, the rear grab handle brackets were not manufactured properly, and as a result, the brackets may puncture the side curtain air bags upon their deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection" and number 226, "Ejection Mitigation".
- Consequence
- If the side curtain air bags are punctured upon deployment, the outboard seat occupants may be at a higher risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear grab handle bracket, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JV8.
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Owner complaints (120)
120 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 120 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 54 | 45% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 17 | 14.2% |
| Unknown or other | 17 | 14.2% |
| Engine | 11 | 9.2% |
| Power train | 7 | 5.8% |
| Tires | 7 | 5.8% |
| Service brakes | 5 | 4.2% |
| Air bags | 4 | 3.3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 3.3% |
| Wheels | 4 | 3.3% |
How 2016 compares with other Fit years
Best and worst Fit years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 184 | 12 |
| 2011 | 113 | 11 |
| 2012 | 113 | 11 |
| 2013 | 176 | 10 |
| 2015 | 284 | 4 |
| 2016 | 120 | 1 |
| 2017 | 43 | 0 |
| 2018 | 117 | 4 |
| 2019 | 136 | 6 |
| 2020 | 36 | 4 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2016 Honda Fit 5 hb fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 36 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $1,850
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 250 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Station Wagons
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 36 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 / 40 / 36 | $1,850 | 250 |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl · AV-S7 CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 / 37 / 34 | $1,950 | 261 |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 / 36 / 32 | $2,100 | 282 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2016 Fit for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2016 Honda Fit FAQ
How many recalls does the 2016 Honda Fit have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 15V697000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2016 Honda Fit problems?
Owners filed 120 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (54), Fuel/propulsion system (17), Unknown or other (17) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2016 Honda Fit get?
EPA rates the 1.5 L 4-cyl · CVT version at 33 city, 40 highway and 36 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2016 Honda Fit get?
NHTSA rated the 2016 Honda Fit 5 hb fwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (14.7% rollover risk).
How does the 2016 Fit compare with other years?
Among the 2010–2020 Honda Fit model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (36) and the 2015 the most (284). The 2016 drew 120. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.