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ProblemsByVin File / 2013-HONDA-FIT
2013 · honda

honda Fit problems

3 safety recalls. 173 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
89 reports · avg $1,100
severe
electrical
18 reports · avg $850
severe
powertrain
11 reports · avg $2,500
severe
engine
9 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
body
8 reports · avg $1,500
severe
steering
8 reports · avg $700
severe
cruise control
6 reports · avg $600
severe
suspension
3 reports · avg $900
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2013 Fit · airbags
2013 HONDA FIT. CONSUMER CONCERNED ABOUT THE RECENT RECALLS ON TAKATA AIRBAGS. *TA
12/30/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10661678.0
2013 Fit · wheels
WE INSTALLED FROM FIRESTONE IN BILOXI 4 NEW BRIDGESTONE ECOPIA EP422 PLUS BL 175/65R15 DOT# V6TWEC 84H 70,000 MILE LIMITED WARRANTY TIRES ON OUR 2013 HONDA FIT NOVEMBER 30TH 2016 AT 38,715 MILES. IN DECEMBER 27TH 2019 WITH 70, 830 MILEAGE, WE TOOK IT TO THE FIRESTONE DEALER IN…
12/29/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11291853.0
2013 Fit · airbags
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 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…
12/27/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10937643.0
2013 Fit · engine
DUE TO A FRIEND HAVING AN ISSUE WITH THEIR SAME YEAR/MODEL CAR, MY MOM BEING OVERLY CAUTIOUS, THANKFULLY BROUGHT HERS IN TO BE CHECKED. THEY FOUND THE CAR HAD PREMATURE LOOSE PLUGS AND DAMAGED COILS. REQUIRED REPLACEMENT OF 4 PLUGS AND 2 COILS. THIS HAPPENED AT ONLY 48,077…
12/25/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11163364.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

severe NHTSA 18V268000 26/04/2018

Honda (American Honda Motor Co

An incorrectly installed air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are K1P, and M1O.
severe NHTSA 13V157000 24/04/2013

Honda is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Honda Fit Sport vehicles manufactured from May 23, 2011, through March 22, 2013, and model year 2012-2013 Honda Fit base vehicles manufactured from June 27, 2011, through April 19, 2013

Excessive yaw rates prevent the proper function of the electronic stability control (ESC) system, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Honda will notify owners and dealers will update the ESC software free of charge. The safety recall began on August 1, 2013. Owners may contact Honda automobile customer service at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's recall campaign number is S99.
severe NHTSA 14V258000 16/05/2014

American Honda Motor Co

If the driveshaft fractures and separates while driving, the vehicle would lose power and coast to a stop. If a vehicle with a fractured driveshaft is parked without the parking brake applied, the vehicle could move unexpectedly. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the passenger side driveshaft and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2014. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's number for this recall is JE4.

Common questions

Is the 2013 Honda Fit reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 173 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 Honda Fit is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2013 Honda Fit?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 89 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Honda Fit has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2013 Honda Fit?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 173 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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