2017 HONDA FIT Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Honda Fit. This model year has 42 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Worst 2017 Honda Fit Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Fuel/Propulsion System
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Honda Fit. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2017 Honda Fit. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 42 most recent complaints
The contact owns 2017 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle hesitated. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and it was determined that cylinders #1, #2, and #4 …
Rattling noise coming from engine when starting engine cold
When starting or stopping the engine with the push button, a mechanism makes a loud grinding noise.
Blue metallic paint has clear coat peeling and exposed base paint. Paint should last longer than 8 years, this is a manufacturing defect.
my wife's wedding finger was nearly amputated near the fingertip from our 2017 honda fit , it happened when she was getting out of the car and I was closing the electric windows on May 22 2025, luckily we had lots of napkins in the glove box to catch all of the blood,we went to …
The contact owns a 2017 Honda Fit. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact discovered that the paint all over the vehicle was delaminating and rusting. The failure occurred on several different occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnos…
Fuel gauage/odometer display glitches out and does not show the information. It is just a blank reading.
After replacing fuel injectors recently I have no warning lights on but the car has been stalling and pulling. Today on the freeway as I attempted to accelerate from 30 mph my car jerked and pulled 3 times harshly almost causing an accident. Still no warning lights and this has h…
The car will stall while on the freeway. Had fuel injectors replaced and still does not drive well. I am now being told I may have to look at the fuel pump which should be working automatically. I have now invested almost 3,000 on a car with less than 90,000 miles on it that is m…
Fuel injectors failed. Check engine light suddenly came on. There was fuel in the oil, putting safety at risk. Problem confirmed by a private auto service center. Had to replace fuel injectors and fuel joint pipe. The warranty on fuel injectors has been extended for 2015-2016 Hon…
7/14/24 This scenario has happened previously. The first time the engine light, steering light, tire light have come on and remained on. Driving around 65 mph the car judders, loses power, & engine light flashes. Thankfully, there was a shoulder to pull over onto because the abil…
The contact owns a 2017 Honda Fit. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the instrument cluster started to flicker. The contact stated that the speedometer, fuel gauge, and other gauges were fluctuating. The contact stated that the failure became a regular failur…
The odometer is completely useless, unable to tell mileage, fuel level and such. Several reports online of the same issue with honda fits. I could run out of gas unexpectedly, I don't know when its time to change oil.
Like 4 others on NHTSA, I am reporting intermittent cold start rattle coming from the VTC actuator. I have tried the following: cleaning the intake valves, changing the oil every 3k miles, using a high quality oil filter with a silicone drain back valve, and using Top Tier fuel o…
The fuel gauge on the dash goes blank, especially when the weather is cooler, so you can't see how much fuel is in the car. This is obviously dangerous because you could run out of fuel. The problem has been reported by other honda fit owners and a google search brings up many …
At about 79330 miles, sharp right or left steering elicited a clunking sound. The dealer "found rack and pinion going bad, recommend replacing rack and pinion," If the steering mechanism were to fail while the car was moving, severe injury or death to the occupants or other perso…
Chipping paint from the hood and drivers por and all four passenger doors have chipped paint and the bare metal is exposed. Started happening a couple months after I bought the vehicle and progressively getting worse. I have taken it to the dealer at Checkered Honda of Virginia. …
Has about a 3 second engine rattle on cold start up, believed to be a defective variable valve timing gear.
Vehicle is experiencing intermittent fault with air-fuel ratio of cylinder. Problems began at 50,000 miles and the dealer recommended engine cleaning due to carbon buildup. This did not solve the issues. Warranty repair was refused at that time, and has since lapsed out of warran…
P0420 code on a 2017 Honda Fit. The vehicle only has 46,000 miles on it. It’s too early for me replace my catalytic converter. I know previous fit has the same problems but Honda said it was fixed. It’s too expensive to go to the dealership to get it diagnosed properly to look fo…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Honda Fit.
Recalls for 2017 Honda Fit
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 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.
No recall campaigns found for this model year in the current data. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls directly for the latest information.
2017 Honda Fit — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2017 Honda Fit reliable?▾
Good Record. The 2017 Honda Fit has 42 NHTSA owner complaints, 0 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (11 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Honda Fit?▾
#1: Engine Problems (11 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (11 complaints). #3: Fuel/Propulsion System (11 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Honda Fit?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2017 Honda Fit?▾
The 2017 Honda Fit has 0 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 42 total NHTSA complaints. 1 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Honda Fit have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2017 Honda Fit in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2017 Honda Fit?▾
The 2017 Honda Fit has a relatively low complaint rate. Pay particular attention to Engine Problems 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.
Check Your Specific 2017 Honda Fit
Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud. Full report just $4.99.