NHTSA & EPA data · updated November 2, 2026

2026 Honda HR-V recalls, problems & safety ratings

Quick answer

NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2026 Honda HR-V and 20 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are unknown or other (6), electrical system (4), lane departure (3). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 27–28 mpg combined, depending on configuration.

The 2026 has the fewest owner complaints of any HR-V model year from 2016 to 2026. It has 0 recalls vs. an average of 2.9 per model year.

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Recalls 0

Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2026 Honda HR-V. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

No recalls are on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Honda HR-V.

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

Unknown or other6
Electrical system4
Lane departure3
Visibility/wiper2
Service brakes2
Power train2
Steering2
Air bags1

By the numbers

20owner complaints filed
0involved a crash
1involved a fire
2injuries reported

Recent owner reports

10/27/2026 · Air bags

The contact owns a 2026 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the driver's side curtain air bags and the front seat air bag deployed erroneously without impact. The contact momentarily pulled over to the side of the road before resuming driving. The contact sustained a mild headache and a sore left shoulder. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the fai…

10/23/2026 · Visibility/wiper

2026 Honda HR-V EX-L — Windshield Optical Defect Research
1. Description of the problem
My vehicle is a 2026 Honda HR-V EX-L. The windshield has multi-colored bubbles and streak across the glass that becomes particularly noticeable when the sun is low in the sky.
The glass appears to scatter sunlight, creating numerous tiny specks or a sparkling effect that is distracting when…

10/10/2026 · Unknown or other

On September 30, 2026, the factory-installed moonroof glass on my 2026 Honda HR-V EX-L suddenly shattered while I was driving on the freeway. There were no warning signs, unusual noises, or indications of a problem beforehand. I suddenly heard an extremely loud bang, comparable to a gunshot, rather than the sound I would typically associate with a small object or rock striking…

Safety ratings

2026 HONDA HR-V SUV N/A AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

2026 HONDA HR-V SUV N/A FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Fuel economy

EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2026 Honda HR-V.

HR-V AWD

Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L

25city
30hwy
27combined

Regular

HR-V FWD

Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L

26city
32hwy
28combined

Regular

Other model years

Compare every Honda HR-V year

Questions

How many recalls does the 2026 Honda HR-V have?

NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2026 Honda HR-V. 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 2026 Honda HR-V?

Based on 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are unknown or other (6), electrical system (4), lane departure (3).

Is the 2026 Honda HR-V safe?

The 2026 Honda HR-V earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.

Is the 2026 a good year for the Honda HR-V?

The 2026 has the fewest owner complaints of any HR-V model year from 2016 to 2026. It has 0 recalls vs. an average of 2.9 per model year.

What gas mileage does the 2026 Honda HR-V get?

EPA ratings for the 2026 Honda HR-V range from 27 to 28 mpg combined, depending on configuration.

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Related vehicles

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved November 2, 2026. NHTSA model names used: HR-V.

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