How many recalls does the 2018 Honda HR-V have?

The 2018 Honda HR-V has 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record.

How do I check if my 2018 Honda HR-V has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2018 Honda HR-V?

Of 194 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is electrical system.

2018 Honda HR-V Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2018 Honda HR-V has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 2,691,240 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 194 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 23V858000 2023-12-18 2,490,460 affected

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020…

Consequence

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 20V314000 2020-05-28 135,995 affected

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Consequence

If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 18V777000 2018-11-01 64,785 affected

Defect

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…

Consequence

A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Complaints by component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

SERVICE BRAKES

POWER TRAIN

ENGINE

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

STRUCTURE:BODY

AIR BAGS

Total complaints194

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“My 2018 honda hr-v had the federally-mandated safety recall 24-015 (fuel pump motor replacement) performed on august 16, 2025 at honda westborough, westborough, ma. The vehicle had zero evap-related issues or warning lights before that recall work. Approximately 9 months later, in may 2026, a…”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2026-05-14

“My 2018 honda hr-v had the federally-mandated safety recall 24-015 (fuel pump motor replacement) performed on august 16, 2025 at honda westborough, westborough, ma. The vehicle had zero evap-related issues or warning lights before that recall work. Approximately 9 months later, in may 2026, a…”

ENGINE · reported 2026-05-14

“The tires on this car are 215-55-r17 94 v, they were purchased through priority tire in september 2024 they were mounted by mavis tire in lockport illinois on april 28, 2026 while driving on the illinois tollway system at 7:30 in the morning the right rear tire started making a loud noise and then…”

TIRES · reported 2026-04-28

“â€¢what component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Cvt, yes this is a known issue â€¢how was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? On tuesday, april 21st, 2026 our honda hrv catastrophically and dangerously failed. Our honda hrv navi is…”

POWER TRAIN · reported 2026-04-21

“â€¢what component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Cvt, yes this is a known issue â€¢how was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? On tuesday, april 21st, 2026 our honda hrv catastrophically and dangerously failed. Our honda hrv navi is…”

UNKNOWN OR OTHER · reported 2026-04-21

“I was driving on the highway when all of a sudden, no warning signs, no sounds/car shaking, anything, my car started lighting up with break system, engine light, parking sign, etc. I didn't know what was going on so I pulled over. When I pulled over, I checked the parking break to see if I might…”

UNKNOWN OR OTHER · reported 2026-03-16

“Vehicle information year: 2018 make: honda model: hr-v vin: [xxx] mileage at time of incident: 96,993 incident date: 03/10/2026 I am filing this complaint regarding the premature and complete failure of the cvt (continuously variable transmission) on my 2018 honda hr-v with approximately 96,993…”

UNKNOWN OR OTHER · reported 2026-03-10

“Vehicle information year: 2018 make: honda model: hr-v vin: [xxx] mileage at time of incident: 96,993 incident date: 03/10/2026 I am filing this complaint regarding the premature and complete failure of the cvt (continuously variable transmission) on my 2018 honda hr-v with approximately 96,993…”

POWER TRAIN · reported 2026-03-10