2025 Honda HR-V recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 Honda HR-V and 47 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are steering (16), unknown or other (11), service brakes (8). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 27–28 mpg combined, depending on engine.
The 2025 has the fewest owner complaints of any HR-V model year from 2016 to 2025. It has 1 recall vs. an average of 3.2 per model year.
Recalls 1
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2025 Honda HR-V. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Steering
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
Risk: Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.
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
The electronic power steering rack is binding internally, causing a highly dangerous sticky steering condition on a 2025 Honda HR-V (VIN: [XXX]). [XXX] Honda previously replaced the steering gearbox assembly under warranty on XXX(Invoice #XXX) due to this exact manufacturing defect. The replacement component has failed again in less than a year. On XXX, under RO# XXX, Service A…
Vehichle makes rattling like noise. Also when turning or going around curve the steering wheel sticks it needs to be pulled back to straighten the vehicle
To Whom It May Concern, I am requesting assistance with a serious steering issue involving my 2025 Honda HR-V, which I purchased on XXX, from Coral Springs Honda in [XXX]. While driving northbound on XXX toward [XXX] with my daughter in the vehicle, the steering began making a loud noise and felt as though it was about to lock. I was unable to steer properly, creating a serio…
Safety ratings
2025 Honda HR-V SUV AWD
2025 Honda HR-V SUV FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2025 Honda HR-V.
HR-V AWD
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L
Regular
HR-V FWD
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Honda HR-V have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 Honda HR-V, most recently for steering (10/03/2024). 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 2025 Honda HR-V?
Based on 47 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are steering (16), unknown or other (11), service brakes (8).
Is the 2025 Honda HR-V safe?
The 2025 Honda HR-V earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2025 a good year for the Honda HR-V?
The 2025 has the fewest owner complaints of any HR-V model year from 2016 to 2025. It has 1 recall vs. an average of 3.2 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Honda HR-V get?
EPA ratings for the 2025 Honda HR-V range from 27 to 28 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.