2013 HONDA INSIGHT Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Honda Insight. This model year has 45 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Worst 2013 Honda Insight Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Airbag Malfunctions
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Honda Insight. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 31 | — | 2 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 7 | — | 2 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | 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 2013 Honda Insight. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 45 most recent complaints
I have had a 2013 Honda Insight since September 2024 and I have complained about excessive oil consumption since October 2024.This past Saturday my car stopped on the highway when I tried to accelerate. It was towed to Honda and the diagnostic comes back as piston ring replacemen…
Noticed decreased performance & frequent oil changes in 2015. At first, I did not know the weak engine performance was related to the oil consumption & was never offered diagnostic testing until May 2023 across multiple Honda shops in different states. With this, I was under the …
The contact owns a 2013 Honda Insight. The contact stated that vehicle failed to respond after shifting the transmission to the desired gear. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate whil…
I experienced "rough running" of my 2013 Honda Insight just prior to August of 2021. Initial work on the vehicle helped, but repairs became increasingly expensive and extensive. EX: A simple oil change on about 8/2/2021 (mileage at 64,545). At about mileage 68,370 the vehicle fai…
The contact owns 2013 Honda Insight. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered. Additionally, the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The contact stated that the engine was consuming 3-4 quarts of oil per 1,000 miles…
I have owned my Honda Insight for almost 10 years now. I bought it because it has great MPG. But this year has been horrible for it. It suddenly lost power while I was driving on the highway. Luckily I was able to move over to the side, and traffic was not too heavy at the tim…
2013 Honda Insight Hybrid LX (4 cylinder) vehicle purchased on 8/19/14. thanks This complaint is was filed to due engine oil consumption on my Honda-hybrid. In 2020 my car began losing oil quite frequently as I was having to add or change the oil often. On 8/27/21 I took the vehi…
We were driving our Honda in a 70mph zone and the car's speed suddenly dropped to 15mph. We were not able to drive any faster than 15mph and could have been killed while driving on a highway where other cars were driving at 70mph, or we could have caused a pile up of cars with m…
THE VISOR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE WILL NOT STAY UP. IT FALLS DOWN AND OBSTRUCTS THE DRIVERS VIEW. EVEN WHEN IT IS PUSHED ALL THE WAY FORWARD, IT DROPS BACK AND OBSTRUCTS THE VIEW. IT STARTED DROOPING A FEW YEARS AGO, BUT NOW HAS COMPLETELY FALLEN. LOOKING ONLINE, THERE ARE A LOT O…
PROGRESSIVE INCREASE IN LOSS OF MOTOR OIL FOR THE PAST 12 MONTHS. I HAVE TO ADD 1 QUART OF 0W-20 VALVOLINE SYNTHETIC MOTOR OIL EVERY 2 WEEKS! DARK SMOKE COMING OUT EXHAUST WITH ACCELERATION. KNOCKING SOUND FROM THE MOTOR OBSERVED. I USED TO HAVE HONDA ACCORD AND NEVER HAD THIS PR…
SO MY 2013 HONDA INSIGHT HAS ALWAYS CONSUMED OIL. I DROVE FROM IDAHO TO UTAH STOPPED AT THE STORE WHEN I STARTED MY VEHICLE UP MY DISPLAY HAS CHECK VSA, CHECK HILL START ASSIST SYSTEM, AND CHECK TPMS. I TRIED DRIVING AWAY FROM THE STORE TO GET TO HONDA AND IT LOSES ALL POWER AND …
TRAVELING 65MPH ON HIGHWAY WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON. LOST POWER AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I PULLED TO THE SHOULDER, ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN, BUT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. TURNED CAR OFF AND BACK ON AND MULTIPLE CHECK MESSAGES DISPLAYED. I HAD CAR TOWED TO LOCAL HONDA DEALER SHOP.…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA INSIGHT. WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND ALL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE SPARK PLUGS WERE REPLACED AND MORE OIL WAS ADDED TO THE VEHICLE. THE…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA INSIGHT. WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL HAD TO BE DEPRESSED WITH FORCE FOR THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE. ALSO, THE VEHICLE EMITTED A METAL RATTLING NOISE AND THE ENGINE WAS LOSING OIL PREMATURELY. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THE…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA INSIGHT. WHILE DRIVING 73 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT COULD NOT COAST THE VEHICLE AND LET IT VEER OFF TO THE SHOULDER. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S HOME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VANDERGR…
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA INSIGHT. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED AN ABNORMALLY LOW OIL LEVEL AFTER DRIVING 2,000 MILES. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO WINTER HONDA (3850 CENTURY CT, PITTSBURG, CA) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT …
2013 HONDA INSIGHT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. *LD CONSUMER SENT ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE. *LD CONSUMER SENT ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD SHAKE AND HESITATE WHILE DRIVING. *JS THE CONSUMER STATED THE ENGIN…
TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY MALFUNCTIONED AFTER 3 YEARS, SINGLE OWNER AND REGULAR MAINTENANCE. COULD NOT BE REBUILT, FLYWHEEL INVOLVED AS WELL.
WE PURCHASED A NEW 2013 HONDA INSIGHT.THE CAR HAD EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION FROM THE VERY BEGINNING. IT REQUIRED ONE QUART OF OIL TO BE ADDED EVERY 2-3 WEEKS. WE REPEATEDLY VOICED OUR CONCERNS IN AT LEAST 5 OCCASIONS. EACH TIME WE WERE TOLD BY THE THE DEALERSHIP THAT THE OIL CONS…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2013 Honda Insight.
Recalls for 2013 Honda Insight
6 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2013 Honda Insight. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2013 Honda Insight — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2013 Honda Insight reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2013 Honda Insight has 45 NHTSA owner complaints, 2 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (31 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Honda Insight?▾
#1: Engine Problems (31 complaints). #2: Airbag Malfunctions (8 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (7 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2013 Honda Insight?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2013 Honda Insight?▾
The 2013 Honda Insight has 2 crash-related complaints and 2 fire reports out of 45 total NHTSA complaints. 4 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2013 Honda Insight have any recalls?▾
Yes — 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2013 Honda Insight. The largest issue: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2013 Honda Insight?▾
The 2013 Honda Insight has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. 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 Insight reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
Check Your Specific 2013 Honda Insight
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.