2016 Honda HR-V
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 74 of 239 complaints (31%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (8) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | vs. 2016 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,000–2,250 | 2,000–2,250 | 2,000–2,250 | |
| Combined MPG | 28–31 | 28–31 | 28–31 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 25–28 / 32–34 | 25–28 / 31–34 | 25–28 / 31–34 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 290–314 | 289–314 | 289–314 | |
| Complaints filed | 239 | 122 | 156 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 13 | 13 | 11 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 11 | 7 | 5 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 5 | 5 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Honda HR-V have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Honda HR-V?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 74 of 239 NHTSA complaints (31%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Honda HR-V get?
EPA rates it 28–31 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 Honda HR-V?
EPA estimates $2,000–$2,250 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 25 mpg (low) | 33 mpg | 28 mpg (low) | $2,250 (high) | 314 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 28 mpg (high) | 34 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | $2,000 (low) | 290 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AV-S7) | 4 | 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 28 mpg (high) | 34 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | $2,000 (low) | 290 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 1.8L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 27 mpg | 32 mpg (low) | 29 mpg | $2,150 | 313 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (AV-S7) | 4 | 1.8L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 27 mpg | 32 mpg (low) | 29 mpg | $2,150 | 313 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 22 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 74 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 56 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 26 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 14 | 8 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 17 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 29 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 45 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER · Campaign 18V777000 · Nov 7, 2018
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 vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
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.
TIRES; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · Campaign 15V472000 · Jul 28, 2015
Defect: 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."
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.