Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Honda fit sport. The contact stated that the emergency brake cable was exposed. The contact was concerned with the possibility that the vehicle could roll away. The dealer advised the contact that the entire cable could possibly need replacing. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure however, did not offer any assistance. No repairs were performed. The…
2011 Honda Fit brakes problems
moderate Owners of the 2011 Honda Fit have filed 3 NHTSA complaints about the brakes at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of September 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 Fit | 5 |
| 2008 Fit | 17 |
| 2009 Fit | 7 |
| 2010 Fit | 6 |
| 2011 Fit (this page) | 3 |
| 2015 Fit | 3 |
What stands out
Of the 7 model years of Honda Fit we track for brakes problems, this one has the fewest owner complaints on file (3).
No new NHTSA brakes complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 14 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
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Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2011 Honda Fit?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $450 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2011/Honda/Fit.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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