2022 Honda HR-V recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2022 Honda HR-V and 89 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are electrical system (26), power train (19), engine (18). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 28–30 mpg combined, depending on engine.
The 2022 ranks #4 of 10 HR-V model years for fewest complaints (2016–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (184). It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 3.2 per model year.
Recalls 3
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2022 Honda HR-V. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Back over prevention · display function
Problem: Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles that were previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 23V-046. The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2024. Owners may contact Honda service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are TIQ and DIR. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V-046 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Air bags · sensor · occupant classification · front passenger
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Risk: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
Back over prevention · display function
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is 6DW. This recall has been superseded by NHTSA recall number 24V-384. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V-046 will need to have the new remedy completed under recall 24V-384.
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 failed.
I was driving to work at XXX for my 7:00am shift. Car started bucking and not responding to when I hit the gas. Was nervous so I left car at XXX and walked to work. I had car towed to Ocean Honda in Weymouth, MA. They ran a special diagnostics on my car and determined it was transmission failure. No lights ever came on prior to this incident and no symptoms prior to this. The c…
I own a 2022 Honda HR-V EX. The driver’s side interior door-release handle intermittently becomes stuck/binds and cannot be pulled through its normal range of motion, preventing the driver’s door from being opened from inside the vehicle. The problem occurs spontaneously and is intermittent, so it may not be reproducible on demand. I have video documentation showing the failur…
Safety ratings
2022 Honda HR-V SUV AWD
2022 Honda HR-V SUV FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2022 Honda HR-V.
HR-V AWD
Auto (AV-S7) · 4 cyl · 1.8 L
Regular
HR-V AWD
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 1.8 L
Regular
HR-V FWD
Auto (AV-S7) · 4 cyl · 1.8 L
Regular
HR-V FWD
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 1.8 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Honda HR-V have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2022 Honda HR-V, most recently for back over prevention · display function (05/31/2024). 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 2022 Honda HR-V?
Based on 89 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are electrical system (26), power train (19), engine (18).
Is the 2022 Honda HR-V safe?
The 2022 Honda HR-V earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2022 a good year for the Honda HR-V?
The 2022 ranks #4 of 10 HR-V model years for fewest complaints (2016–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (184). It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 3.2 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Honda HR-V get?
EPA ratings for the 2022 Honda HR-V range from 28 to 30 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.