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2013 Honda Fit airbags problems

severe 89 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100

Complaints
89
Recalls
1
Crashes
5
Avg fix
$1,100

Related recalls

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.

What owners are reporting 8 most recent

airbags · filed 12/30/2014

2013 HONDA FIT. CONSUMER CONCERNED ABOUT THE RECENT RECALLS ON TAKATA AIRBAGS. *TA

airbags · filed 12/27/2016

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 REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS N…

airbags · filed 12/13/2016

TAKATA RECALL. I RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTICE FOR MY 2013 HONDA FIT IN MARCH, 2016. IT IS NOW DECEMBER OF 2016 AND MY DEALER HAS NO IDEA WHEN A NEW AIRBAG WILL BE AVAILABLE. I THINK 9 MONTHS OF DRIVING THIS CAR WITH THIS AIRBAG IS TOO LONG TO WAIT FOR A REPLACEMENT. DON'T KNOW WHAT ELSE I CAN DO ABOUT IT EXCEPT TO SEND THIS NOTE TO YOU. *TR

airbags · filed 12/12/2016

NUMEROUS DELAYS SINCE MARCH...NEVER FIXED! [XXX] HELLO! MY NAME IS [XXX]. MAY I HAVE YOUR NAME PLEASE SO I KNOW WHO I'M CHATTING WITH? [VISITOR] [XXX] HELLO! MY NAME IS [XXX]. MAY I HAVE YOUR NAME PLEASE SO I KNOW WHO I'M CHATTING WITH? [VISITOR] MY HONDA HAS BEEN RECALLED AND MY NAME IS [XXX] [XXX] HI, [XXX] NICE TO MEET YOU! MAY I HAVE THE YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL OF YOUR VEHICLE PLEASE? [VISI…

airbags · filed 12/04/2014

2013 HONDA FIT AND 2004 HONDA CIVIC. THE CONSUMER WAS CONCERNED ABOUT THE RECENT RECALL OF TAKATA AIR BAGS AND THE CHEMICALS INSIDE THE AIR BAGS. *TA UPDATED 03/02/16.*JB

airbags · filed 11/29/2016

2013 HONDA FIT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO NO RESPONSE FROM DEALERSHIP ON REPLACEMENT PARTS AVAILABILITY TO REPAIR DRIVER FRONT AIRBAG INFLATOR RECALL NOTICE. *SMD

airbags · filed 11/18/2016

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA FIT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE RECALL REMEDY WERE STILL NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.

airbags · filed 11/10/2016

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 REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PART…

Common questions

How serious is the airbags problem on the 2013 Honda Fit?

It's a meaningful issue. 89 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?

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 $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?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover airbags issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Other problem areas on this vehicle

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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