Service Bulletin - (Repair Procedure Revision) Due to swelling of the fuel pump motor impeller, the fuel pump may seize and stop working. If this occurs, the engine may not start, or the engine could stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Replace the fuel pump motor.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2019 Honda Fit fuel system problems
moderate Owners of the 2019 Honda Fit have filed 14 NHTSA complaints about the fuel system at roughly $1,200 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See fuel system across all vehicles →
Complaints
14
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,200
| Model year | fuel system complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 Fit | 11 |
| 2019 Fit (this page) | 14 |
When does it fail?
Of the 14 fuel system complaints filed for the 2019 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.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering fuel system 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 - (Repair Procedure Revision) Due to swelling of the fuel pump motor impeller, the fuel pump may seize and stop working. If this occurs, the check engine light may be displayed with DTC P0087 (Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low) stored, the engine may not start, or the engine could stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Replace the fuel pump motor.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗"Service news article - When diagnosing a Fit within the above VIN range with a misfire complaint, start by doing service bulletin, 21-007 (Carbon Buildup with Misfire DTCs) instead of replacing fuel injectors. These vehicles use an improved injector design that addresses the failures that may have occurred in previous model years. In fact, fuel injectors within the above VIN range with misfire complaints were collected and found to have no defects that required part replacement. Replacing those injectors may have reduced the number of misfires temporarily, but most likely didnât address the actual cause of the misfire. The recommended repair for these vehicles is to do the intake valve cl
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P0300 (random misfire detected) or P0301âP0304 (cylinder misfire detected). Carbon buildup on the intake valves may be affecting combustion.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗ServiceNews Article - When diagnosing a Fit within the above VIN range with a misfire complaint, start by doing service bulletin 21-007 (Carbon Buildup with Misfire DTCs) instead of replacing fuel injectors. These vehicles use an improved injector design that addresses the failures that may have occurred in previous model years. In fact, fuel injectors within the above VIN range with misfire complaints were collected and found to have no defects that required part replacement. Replacing those injectors may have reduced the number of misfires temporarily, but most likely didn't address the actual cause of the misfire. The recommended repair for these vehicles is to do the intake valve cleanin
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners report fuel splashing out of the filler neck during normal refueling, with fuel contaminating the charcoal canister and requiring canister replacement. Another owner experienced a no-start condition at 40,000 miles; the dealer diagnosed fuel pump failure covered under recall 23V858000, replaced the fuel pump along with the battery, and the vehicle restarted. A separate case involved abnormally strong gasoline odor that developed after the owner had a fuel system recall repair (21V215000) performed—the dealer couldn't pinpoint the cause.
The bulk of complaints stem from parts shortages. Eight owners received recall 23V858000 notices but couldn't get their vehicles repaired because the parts were not available—some dealers confirmed this lack of supply, and delays stretched beyond what owners considered reasonable. One owner cited similar parts unavailability for recall 20V314000. No root cause for the parts delays is stated in the narratives, but multiple confirmations from dealers indicate a supply chain issue rather than owner error or misunderstanding.
Same Honda Fit fuel system reports on nearby years: 2018
Failure modes owners describe
Fuel overflow and canister/charcoal filter contamination
Fuel splashes out of the filler neck during refueling. Fuel enters the charcoal canister, requiring canister and charcoal filter replacement.
When: 17,081 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Fuel splatter from filler neck during refueling; Check engine light illuminated (cleared after half mile of driving)
Repairs/costs cited: Canister and charcoal filter replaced at dealer
No-start condition, fuel pump failure
Vehicle fails to start or restart; fuel pump included in recall 23V858000. Intermittent failure difficult to replicate at dealer.
When: 40,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle fails to start; Intermittent failure; Vehicle loses motive power while driving at 10 MPH, stalls, will not restart
Repairs/costs cited: Battery and fuel pump replaced
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign Number 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline)
Strong gasoline odor post-recall
Abnormally strong gasoline smell develops after fuel system recall repair (21V215000) is performed. Dealer diagnostic unable to determine root cause.
When: 10,649 miles (failure started after recall repair)
Symptoms owners cite: Abnormally strong gasoline odor from vehicle after refueling
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer unable to determine cause
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign Number 21V215000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) — issue began after this repair
Recall part unavailability (23V858000)
Multiple owners received 23V858000 recall notice but parts remain unavailable for extended period, delaying repairs. Eight complaints cite parts distribution disconnect for this campaign.
When: Various mileages at time of recall notification
Symptoms owners cite: Unable to schedule recall repair; Parts unavailable at multiple dealers
Repairs/costs cited: No repairs completed; parts unavailable
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign Number 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) — parts distribution disconnect; manufacturer acknowledged delays
Recall part unavailability (20V314000)
Owner received 20V314000 recall notification but repair part remained unavailable for extended period. Dealer confirmed parts not available.
When: Notification received; no failure reported
Repairs/costs cited: No repairs completed; parts unavailable
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign Number 20V314000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) — parts unavailable
Synthesized from 14 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Fit. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had…
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and failed to accelerate above 5 MPH before the vehicle stalled. The vehicle failed to restart and was later towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the battery had failed and needed to be replaced. The battery was replaced along with the…
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Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2019 Honda Fit?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 14 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Based on the 14 complaints filed, fuel system issues most often appear around 33,346 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 $1,200 for fuel system 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 fuel system?
No active recalls currently cover fuel system 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/2019/Honda/Fit.
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