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.
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Complaints
15
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,200
When does it fail?
Of the 15 fuel system complaints filed for the 2019 Honda Insight, 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 ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The vast majority of complaints (11 of 15) center on NHTSA Campaign 23V858000—a fuel system recall—where owners received notices but dealers cannot obtain the required parts, sometimes with extended wait times (Fall 2024 or beyond). Owners report frustration with the manufacturer exceeding reasonable recall-completion timelines while parts remain backordered.
Among the minority who describe actual drivability failures, the picture is mixed. One owner at 50,000 miles lost power during acceleration, especially on turns, and was told an unknown part needed replacement but never got repaired. Another at 40,000 miles reported engine hesitation with no warning light. A third at 133,000 miles experienced recurring power loss at 60 mph with "Engine Overheating" messages, multiple warning lights (check engine, check brakes, stabilitrak), and nearly stalling before a water pump replacement corrected the issue. A separate narrative at 157,000 miles reported check engine light with deceleration at 45 mph but was not part of the recall campaign. One incident involved visible fuel system stress: at 125,000 miles in 118-degree heat, the owner saw smoke from the fuel filler neck, heard boiling gasoline, and fuel backflowed during refueling. Most complainants who report failures have not pursued diagnostic confirmation or repair."
Failure modes owners describe
Recall parts unavailability (Campaign 23V858000)
Owners received recall notices for fuel system issue but parts remain unavailable at dealers, with some quotes extending to Fall 2024 or indefinitely. Owners report manufacturer exceeded reasonable timeframe for remedy.
When: Upon recall notification; no actual failures reported for 11 of 15 complaints
Symptoms owners cite: No actual failure symptoms reported by most complainants; Parts backordered or unavailable
Repairs/costs cited: No repairs completed; parts not available
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign Number 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) issued; parts in distribution disconnect
Power loss and acceleration failure
Vehicle failed to accelerate as intended and lost motive power while driving at various speeds, particularly noticeable during left turns.
When: Approximately 50,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Failed to accelerate as intended; Lost motive power during driving; Failure most noticeable during left turns
Repairs/costs cited: Unknown part diagnosed as needing replacement; vehicle not repaired
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Covered under NHTSA Campaign 23V858000; part unavailable
Engine hesitation without warning light
Vehicle experiencing engine hesitation while driving with no dashboard warning indicators, affecting driveability.
When: Approximately 40,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Engine hesitation while driving
Repairs/costs cited: Not diagnosed or repaired
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Covered under NHTSA Campaign 23V858000; parts unavailable
Power loss with overheating messages and multiple warning lights
Recurring power loss at highway speed with engine overheating warning, check engine light, check brakes message, and stabilitrak warning. Initially diagnosed with faulty water pump.
When: Approximately 133,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Loss of motive power at 60 mph; Engine Overheating message on instrument panel; Check engine warning light illuminated; Vehicle almost stalled; Check brakes message displayed; Stabilitrak warning light illuminated; Recurring failure pattern
Repairs/costs cited: Water pump replaced; resolved failure
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 23V858000 issued; parts unavailable for recall; failure initially appeared unrelated to fuel system recall
Fuel filler neck overflow and boiling in high heat
Visible smoke from fuel filler neck, audible boiling of gasoline, and fuel backflow during refueling in extreme ambient temperature.
When: Approximately 125,000 miles; ambient temperature 118 degrees
Symptoms owners cite: Smoke from fuel filler neck after opening fuel cap; Boiling gasoline sound from fuel tank; Fuel streamed out from fuel filler neck during refueling
Repairs/costs cited: Cause not determined; manufacturer and dealer not notified
Check engine light with deceleration at highway speed
Check engine warning and other unknown warning lights illuminated during highway driving, causing vehicle deceleration.
When: Approximately 157,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Check engine warning light illuminated; Multiple unknown warning lights illuminated; Vehicle decelerated at 45 mph; Failure persisted
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle driven to residence; not diagnosed or repaired
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Vehicle not part of NHTSA Campaign 23V858000
Synthesized from 15 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 6 most recent
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Insight. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the check engine warning light and several other unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle decelerated. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to the residence; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not part of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The manufacturer was…
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Insight. 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 made aware of the issue. The contact had…
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Insight. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had 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. Parts…
See attached document for complaint.
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Insight. 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…
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Insight. 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 contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing engine hesitation while driving. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.…
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Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2019 Honda Insight?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 15 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 15 complaints filed, fuel system issues most often appear around 101,000 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/Insight.
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