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ProblemsByVin File / 2022-HONDA-HR-V NHTSA data synced 9 hours ago
2022 · Honda

Honda HR-V problems

76 owner complaints and 2 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

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Reliability score
7.6 / 10

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

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Should you avoid this 2022 HR-V?
Generally reliable

Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
22 reports · fails ~55,200 mi · avg $850
severe
powertrain
15 reports · fails ~98,982 mi · avg $2,500
moderate
brakes
7 reports · fails ~7,770 mi · avg $450
severe
steering
7 reports · avg $700
severe
cruise control
5 reports · fails ~17,000 mi · avg $600
severe
airbags
4 reports · fails ~5,000 mi · avg $1,100
severe
engine
3 reports · fails ~10,327 mi · avg $3,100
moderate
visibility
3 reports · fails ~14,000 mi · avg $350
moderate
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Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2022 HR-V?
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2022 HR-V · powertrain
The SUV decelerated rapidly while driving uphill on the grapevine in Los Angeles. I was driving 70 mph and then the SUV's speed just started to drop and I was pressing down hard on the accelerator. This may haven been an issue with the engine or the transmission. My daughter…
2022 HR-V · electrical
Car parked. When I went to drive, engine light, ((P))! Light and park light remained on. The car would NOT go into reverse. Turned car off. Turned car back on. After 15-20 mins car went into reverse. While driving on I-95 all 3 lights turned on with the Park light blinking. I…
2022 HR-V · airbags Crash
The contact owns a 2022 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the "brake" warning light had intermittently flashed on and off. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the brake calipers were leaking fluid and the calipers were…
11/30/2023 · at 5,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11557686.0 · see airbags pattern →
2022 HR-V · electrical
Received the following message on the infotainment screen upon starting my car: "system lost power and is acquiring its location from the GPS satellites. This usually takes less than 10 minutes. * Start the engine. * Park the vehicle in an open area away from trees, power…
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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 24V384000 May 31, 2024

Honda (America Honda Motor Co

An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2024. Owners may contact Honda service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are TIQ and DIR. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V-046 will need to have the new remedy completed.
severe NHTSA 23V046000 February 2, 2023

Honda (American Honda Motor Co

An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is 6DW. This recall has been superseded by NHTSA recall number 24V-384. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V-046 will need to have the new remedy completed under recall 24V-384.

Common questions

Is the 2022 Honda HR-V reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 76 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 Honda HR-V is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2022 Honda HR-V?

On the NHTSA data, the 2022 Honda HR-V does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average; 2 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2022 Honda HR-V?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 22 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 55,200 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 55,200 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Honda HR-V 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 2022 Honda HR-V?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 76 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, 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 are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 9 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2022/Honda/HR-V. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Honda. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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