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2017 honda HR-V electrical problems

moderate 26 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850

Complaints
26
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$850

What owners are reporting 7 most recent

electrical · filed 12/29/2018

THE FUSES FOR THE CIGARETTE LIGHTER, WHICH I COMMONLY USE TO CHARGE MY CELL PHONE GOES BAD A WEEK AFTER IT'S FIXED AT THE DEALERSHIP. THEN WHEN I START TO USE THE USB PORT TO CHARGE MY CELL PHONE, THAT FUSE MALFUNCTIONS AS WELL. THE HONDA TECH WHO WORKED ON MY CAR THE FIRST TIME TOLD ME THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. IF THE VEHICLES ARE IN RELATIVELY NEW TO BRAND NEW CONDITION WHY ARE CUSTOMERS HA…

electrical · filed 12/21/2023

In cold weather lcd display of dash display malfunction, no odometer reading, fuel or maintanance reminders on 12/18/2023. Only lasted 10 minutes but was concerning. car is out of warranty 42,000 miles , lots reports of same thing on HRV forum, goes all the way back 8 years honda was aware of this problem, last inspection was in 2021. This happened without warning and means you dont known how mu…

electrical · filed 12/21/2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HONDA HR-V. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEATING AND COOLING UNIT AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC ALSO STATED THAT FUEL WAS MIXING WITH THE ENGINE OIL. THE MESSAGE "FRONT COLLISION" APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VALLEY HONDA (4173 OGDEN AVE, AURORA, IL 60504, (630) 851-5700) AND REC…

electrical · filed 11/23/2018

THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN ON AND STARTED TO HAVE AN ELECTRONIC MALFUNCTION. ALL OF THE LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING ON THE DASH AND THE VEHICLES STARTER MADE A REALLY WEIRD NOISE. IT VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN ON FOR ABOUT 30 MIN. AFTER THAT, THE VEHICLE FINALLY STARTED BUT ALL OF THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH WERE STUCK ON, INCLUDING THE EMERGENCY BRAKE. THE BRAKE WOULD NOT TURN OFF AND THE VEHICLE WOULDN'T MOV…

electrical · filed 11/01/2023

The odometer is not working properly, screen continues to flicker and has been progressively getting worse. It seems like is this a common issues with Honda HRVs. It puts me at risk for running out of gas at any point and living in the country doesn't make me feel safe. I've spoken with several HRV owners and each of them have this issue at different millage. The flashing can become very distracti…

electrical · filed 10/29/2020

KEY FOB WORKS ON KEYLESS ENTRY BUT INCONSISTENTLY DOES NOT ALLOW STARTING WHEN BRAKE DEPRESSED AND START BUTTON PRESSED. SOMETIMES THE KEY WARNING LIGHT IS LIT, BUT SOMETIMES NO WARNING LIGHT IS DISPLAYED. SOMETIMES THE CAR IS HESITANT TO TURN OFF AS WELL. KEY FOB BATTERY BATTERY WAS REPLACED BUT CONTINUED TO EXPERIENCE SAME INCONSISTENCIES. CAR WAS ALWAYS IN PARK AT THE POINT OF STARTING OR …

electrical · filed 10/18/2019

I WAS DRIVING MY 2017 HONDA HRV WHEN ALL THE SUDDEN THE POWER TO THE CAR SHUT OFF AND THE CAR WAS IN THE STREET WITHOUT POWER, I WAS ABLE TO MOVE TO THE SIDE OF THE STREET.THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON FOLLOWED BY THE ENGINE LIGHT AND THE CAR COMPLETELY DIED

Common questions

How serious is the electrical problem on the 2017 honda HR-V?

It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 26 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.

At what mileage does the electrical 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 $850 for electrical 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 electrical?

No active recalls currently cover electrical 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.

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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