Service Bulletin - Warranty Extension: Customer Support Program For Driver's Airbag Inflator for 2007-11 CR-V and Other Listed Years and Models.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2012 Honda Fit airbags problems
severe Owners of the 2012 Honda Fit have filed 41 NHTSA complaints about the airbags at roughly $1,100 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See airbags across all vehicles →
Complaints
41
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
| Model year | airbags complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 Fit | 51 |
| 2009 Fit | 102 |
| 2010 Fit | 81 |
| 2011 Fit | 63 |
| 2012 Fit (this page) | 41 |
| 2013 Fit | 89 |
| 2015 Fit | 14 |
| 2016 Fit | 4 |
2crashes
2injuries
When does it fail?
Of the 41 airbags complaints filed for the 2012 Honda Fit, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Airbags accounts for 36% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 8 categories tracked.
Owners have filed 41 airbags complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering airbags on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement driver's airbag inflator only.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement front passenger's airbag inflator only.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Warranty Extension: Customer Support Program For Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator for 2010-12 Accord and Other Listed Years and Models (Expires September 30, 2028)
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Service Bulletin - American Honda is conducting an inspection of certain vehicles that have previously had the passenger's airbag inflator replaced as part of the Takata Passsenger's Airbag Inflator recall. If you completed the repair described by this service bulletin on or before May 10, 2019, make sure to use the Warranty Claim Information provided below.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of 2012 Honda Fits report widespread delays in Takata airbag recall repairs, with parts unavailable for extended periods—some waiting 5+ months after recall notification with no delivery timeline from dealers or Honda. Multiple owners faced 60+ day delays when dealers promised remedy within 60 days per recall terms. Several owners parked vehicles or stopped driving them due to fear of airbag deployment after learning Takata was uncertain about root causes and continued supplying replacement airbags from the same manufacturer.
One owner experienced airbag deployment during a low-speed (25 mph) collision, sustaining a fractured sternum and severe chest bruising. Another report documents airbag non-deployment in a collision at 40 mph, resulting in leg injury. A third owner's vehicle had no airbags installed following recall work, with the dealer requiring a signed document acknowledging absence of airbags.
Owners reported dealer service issues including refusal to provide loaner vehicles, pressure to drive unsafe vehicles, long-term rental costs passed to consumers, poor communication, and prioritization of luxury brands over budget vehicles. One non-profit carshare organization lost $3,000+ in revenue after removing six Fits from service due to recall danger. Dealers consistently told owners parts were on order with no estimated arrival dates, forcing repeated follow-up calls.
Same Honda Fit airbags reports on nearby years: 2009 · 2010 · 2011 · 2013 · 2015
Failure modes owners describe
Takata airbag recall—parts shortage and repair delay
Defective Takata airbag inflators subject to NHTSA campaigns 16V061000, 17V030000, and 18V661000. Recall parts were not available within reasonable timeframes (30–180+ days after notification), preventing scheduled repairs. Owners received recall notices but dealers could not schedule work or provide specific delivery dates. Some owners waited 5+ months with no remedy available.
When: 2016–2017; recall notifications sent March–May 2016; repairs delayed throughout 2016
Symptoms owners cite: Unable to schedule recall repair due to parts shortage; No estimated delivery date provided by dealer or manufacturer; Vehicle stranded; owners afraid to drive recalled vehicle
Codes mentioned: 16V061000, 17V030000, 18V661000
Repairs/costs cited: Recall required replacement airbag inflators; parts unavailable at dealership. VIN tool confirmed parts not available. One owner waited 6 weeks on order; another waited 100+ days.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA campaigns 16V061000, 17V030000, and 18V661000 for Takata airbag inflator replacement. Honda did not provide loaner vehicles in most cases, denied compensation for revenue loss, and could not supply estimated repair timelines.
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) warning light illumination
SRS indicator light on dashboard remains continuously illuminated, indicating a problem in the restraint system. Owner's manual states SRS light can indicate seat belt buckle tension, side/curtain airbag harness issues, or defective occupant position sensor. Owner reported that airbags will not activate during accidents while SRS light is lit.
When: Reported by owner since May 25, 2016
Symptoms owners cite: SRS warning light constantly illuminated on dashboard; Light will not turn off while driving
Repairs/costs cited: Owner suspected defective occupant position sensor; noted online reports of costly replacement costs. No repair attempt or cost cited in this narrative.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Owner referenced an active Honda campaign for recall of defective occupant position sensors, but no specific campaign number provided.
Airbag non-deployment in collision
In at least one documented collision (rear-end at 40 mph), the airbags failed to deploy despite the vehicle being equipped. Owner sustained left leg injuries requiring medical attention. Police report was filed.
When: Approximate failure mileage: 64,970 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Airbags did not deploy during collision at 40 mph; Owner sustained left leg injuries requiring medical attention
Codes mentioned: 16V061000
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle was towed to collision lot and repaired for collision damage. No mention of airbag repair or replacement.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Owner received notification of NHTSA campaign 16V061000 (AIR BAGS) after collision. Manufacturer was not notified of the failure at the time.
Airbag over-deployment and injury
During a low-speed collision (25 mph, right-side tire struck embankment), airbag deployed with such force that owner's sternum was fractured and chest was bruised throughout. Owner reported severe pain for three weeks following deployment.
When: October 9, 2016; vehicle was at 25 mph
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag deployed with excessive force on chest; Fractured sternum; Severe bruising throughout chest; Severe pain persisting for three weeks
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle was a total loss. Owner was on 6-week waiting list for airbag replacement at time of collision and had just received replacement airbag prior to accident.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: No response cited. Owner mentioned intent to file CHP (California Highway Patrol) report.
Vehicle supplied with missing airbags after recall work
Following recall repair, vehicle was returned to owner with no airbags installed. Dealer required owner to sign a document acknowledging that airbags were not present. Passenger-side airbag warning light indicated airbag system was off.
When: Mileage: 28,652 miles; campaign 16V061000
Symptoms owners cite: No airbags in vehicle after dealer service; Passenger-side airbag warning light indicating system off; Dealer-required signature on document confirming absence of airbags
Codes mentioned: 16V061000
Repairs/costs cited: VIN tool confirms parts not available. Owner was not assisted by dealer or manufacturer in securing repair.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Campaign 16V061000. Neither dealer nor manufacturer provided assistance in repair. Owner inquired about loaner vehicle but had not received response from Honda.
Dealer service failures and loaner vehicle refusal
Multiple owners reported poor dealer communication, delay tactics, service manager indifference, and refusal or conditional offer of loaner vehicles during recall repairs. One owner was pressured to drive vehicle despite signing a form stating they would not. Dealers demanded owners secure their own collision insurance on loaner vehicles.
When: 2016 recall period
Symptoms owners cite: Repeated 'next week' delays without follow-up; Service manager unresponsive to complaints; Dealer refusing to provide loaner or imposing insurance requirements on borrower; Pressure to drive unsafe vehicle despite owner objection; Poor communication on repair status
Repairs/costs cited: No repair notes specific to airbag; issues pertain to service delivery.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Honda refused to provide loaner vehicles in multiple cases. One case notes Honda case worker would contact owner in a week, but no follow-up occurred. Honda refused compensation for revenue loss to non-profit carshare organization.
Synthesized from 41 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 8 most recent
2012 Honda fit sdr hb sport wants to know does vehicle have takata air bags *cn
2012 Honda fit. Consumer writes in regards to no remedy available to repair airbag recall notice. *smd
No incident or accident. Just a request concerning the takata airbag recalls. The takata airbags are being replaced with another potentially defective takata airbag. Takata is uncertain as to the cause of the airbag explosions. They are still in the process of trying to understand the exact cause and there is no certainty that the problem has been fixed. I would like to ask the NHTSA to…
Takata recall- went to dealership to get my air bag replace, which they did't have needed to be order and waited 6 weeks. On october the 09, 2016 I was on a vehicle accident driving 25 miles and hour the right side tire hit and embankment and damaged my car for a total loss. The deployment of the airbag hit my chest with such force that my sternum was fracture and bruise through out my chest. I…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2012 Honda fit. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags) and stated that the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool…
Takata recall - I am frustrated because I was notified in early march that this product is defective, and 6 months later, there is still not any parts available.I am fearful every day I drive this car. What is being done to get us replacement parts? This is much too long.
I have contacted Honda 2 times to no avail..they tell me they are ordering the parts both times I have called. They have never contacted me period. I called them last on 7-20-16 @ 3:42pm. Honda dealership on blue heron blvd in riviera bch, fl ph # 561-844-5700
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2012 Honda fit. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms…
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2012 Honda Fit?
It's a meaningful issue. 41 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Based on the 41 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 49,990 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags 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 airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags 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/2012/Honda/Fit.
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