2016 Honda HR-V recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Honda HR-V and 243 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are power train (76), electrical system (57), unknown or other (45). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 29–31 mpg combined, depending on engine.
The 2016 ranks #9 of 10 HR-V model years for fewest complaints (2016–2025), with more complaints than the average year (184). It has 2 recalls vs. an average of 3.2 per model year.
Recalls 2
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2016 Honda HR-V. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Service brakes, hydraulic · foundation components · disc · caliper
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Acura MDX, 2017-2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda HR-V and Honda Odyssey, and 2016 Honda HR-V vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating, causing gas pockets to form, reducing brake performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners will be notified, and Honda or Acura dealers will bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C31 and L30.
Equipment · other · labels
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2016 HR-V vehicles manufactured January 12, 2015, to May 20, 2015. The affected vehicles may be missing the required tire placard indicating "Tire and Loading Information." These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 110, "Tire Selection and Rims and Motor Home/Recreation Vehicle Trailer Load Carrying Capacity Information for Motor Vehicles with a GVWR of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) or less."
Risk: If the tire placard is missing the driver or owner may not know at what pressure to inflate the tires, resulting in over or under tire inflation which potentially increases the risk of a tire failure and crash.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle, and apply a new label, free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JT2, or JT4.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
Transmission blew while on highway in 2025
Odometer Fraud. The contact owns a 2016 Honda HR-V. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle advertised mileage was 92,340. However, after the purchase, the contact noticed that the mileage was approximately 83,000. While driving at a later date, the contact noticed an odometer malfunction an…
Vehicle: 2016 Honda HR-V Approximate Mileage: 114,400 miles Incident Description: While driving at highway speeds on the freeway, the vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic loss of motive power and dropped into an emergency "limp mode." The vehicle suddenly refused to accelerate and could not maintain highway speeds, forcing me to navigate across active lanes of traffic to th…
Safety ratings
2016 Honda HR-V SUV AWD
2016 Honda HR-V SUV FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2016 Honda HR-V.
HR-V 2WD
Auto (AV-S7) · 4 cyl · 1.8 L
Regular
HR-V 2WD
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 1.8 L
Regular
HR-V 4WD
Auto (AV-S7) · 4 cyl · 1.8 L
Regular
HR-V 4WD
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 1.8 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Honda HR-V have?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Honda HR-V, most recently for service brakes, hydraulic · foundation components · disc · caliper (11/01/2018). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Honda HR-V?
Based on 243 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are power train (76), electrical system (57), unknown or other (45).
Is the 2016 Honda HR-V safe?
The 2016 Honda HR-V earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2016 a good year for the Honda HR-V?
The 2016 ranks #9 of 10 HR-V model years for fewest complaints (2016–2025), with more complaints than the average year (184). It has 2 recalls vs. an average of 3.2 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Honda HR-V get?
EPA ratings for the 2016 Honda HR-V range from 29 to 31 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: HR-V.