2016 HONDA FIT Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 Honda Fit. This model year has 116 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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Worst 2016 Honda Fit Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
Fuel/Propulsion System
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Honda Fit. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 54 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 17 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 16 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 5 | 2 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2016 Honda Fit. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 116 most recent complaints
I see reported everywhere that Honda Fit 2016, including my car, has issues with defective cluster panels. Honda has issued software recalls for instrument panel issues, primarily affecting 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019-2020 Pilot/Passport, and 2018-2020 Accord/Hybrid models, where inc…
Steering wheel airbag cover gets extremely hot after driving, was told this is a serious safety concern.
1. Nexen-P185/55R16 83H 2. A bubble has formed in the sidewall. Can cause Tire blow out. 3. This is the third Nexen tire to form a bubble. I reported the last one a little over a month ago. Tire service provider to order a new tire and replace today. 4. It has not been inspected …
Woke up [XXX] to a flat tire. Filled the tire and heard a hiss. We took the vehicle to NTB in Wellsburg, WV where we bought the tires. After inspection we were told two tires had "bubbles" and needed to be replaced (picture of front passenger side attached). We have ordered new G…
P185/55R16 Tire wall coming off of the tire. Bubble created.
The fuel gauge-odometer indicator dash cluster goes blank and/or scrambles-then goes dark with no info.
The contact owns a 2016 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while accelerating from a complete stop, the vehicle hesitated to respond. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the spark plugs were replaced twice, and the catalytic converter was repl…
The digital gas gauge and odometer on the dashboard is a blank, blue screen or shows partial information but isn't legible. It will happen sporadically, seemingly from cold weather, and eventually the screen appears as normal. This started happening this winter around 82k miles. …
The gas gauge/odometer on the dashboard shows up blank or is total gibberish. Therefore, I have no idea how much gas is left or the current mileage for maintenance timing. It used to only happen in cold weather, but now it happens at any temperature. It usually does this when sta…
Fuel Injector Failure
I put a deposit down at a dealership & they sold me a car with issues I have the proof I’m trying to file a complaint on the dealer
The cvt transmission is going out. The dealer has conformed this. This vehicle only has 120000 miles on it and has had every transmission service that was recommended. When this goes completely it could cause an accident at freeway speeds. I believe this model year needs to be ad…
Gas gauge/odometer goes blank and/or shows gibberish and is unreadable.
The big recall with Honda and Acura, it lists the 2018-2019 Honda fit as having issues with the fuel pump modular. I've had the same issues with my 2016 for a few years now. I've stalled while driving and the steering wheel locks up when that happens. When starting from a stop, i…
The gauge cluster that shows your mileage and fuel levels and maintenance schedule goes out intermittently or altogether blank. It started a couple years ago and at this time I only have 45,000 miles on it. Couple years ago it probably had around 30,000 miles on it. It mainly …
There have been multiple airbag system warning lights on my Honda Fit over the past couple of months. Initially, the driver side airbag inflator warning illuminated and I was able to reset it. Now the passenger side inflator is setting off the warning and it won't reset.
Fuel Gauge display on Honda Fit 2016 not working properly. Outside temperature between 35 and 40 Fahrenheit. Internet search showed many other Honda Fit owners facing same issue
The odometer is digital only. It started to fail in the last couple months in that the digits would appear jumbled (unintelligible) or would be completely blank. Consequently, I am then unable to see my fuel gauge as well as mileage/oil life, which I believe poses a safety concer…
The gauge cluster started flickering in cold weather only. I asked Honda to review it and take a picture of the problem and explain. Every explanation online for this existing problems seems to be cracked solder joints. Yet HONDA wants to charge me 1.1K the replace the entire sys…
We own a 2016 Honda Fit with 52,000 miles, and the fuel gauge/speed/odometer display does not work. It completely fails in the cold. This is major safety issue since we can't read the fuel level nor see how fast or slow I'm driving. Our car is currently at the Conicelli Honda d…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2016 Honda Fit.
Recalls for 2016 Honda Fit
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2016 Honda Fit. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2016 Honda Fit — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2016 Honda Fit reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2016 Honda Fit has 116 NHTSA owner complaints, 5 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most reported issue is Electrical Faults (54 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Honda Fit?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (54 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (17 complaints). #3: Fuel/Propulsion System (16 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2016 Honda Fit?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2016 Honda Fit?▾
The 2016 Honda Fit has 5 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 116 total NHTSA complaints. 3 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2016 Honda Fit have any recalls?▾
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2016 Honda Fit. The largest issue: STRUCTURE. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2016 Honda Fit?▾
The 2016 Honda Fit has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Electrical Faults issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Honda Fit reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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