Last updated: 2026-03-04
2025 Honda HR-V Reliability Score & Common Problems
The 2025 Honda HR-V scores 88/100 ("Excellent") with a complaint rate below the segment average. Data shows a dependable ownership experience across 1 recall and 26 owner complaints.
Recalls
1
Complaints
26
Complaint Rate
1.7
per 10k sold
Below avgEst. Annual Cost
$301
Below avgMajor Repair Risk
5%
NHTSA Rating
5/5
Score Breakdown
Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume
Independent repair cost ratings
Recall count weighted by severity
Breadth of reported problem categories
Strong reliability record — a solid choice for buyers.
Top Issues
1 recall on record
Should You Buy the 2025 Honda HR-V?
The 2025 Honda HR-V earns an Excellent 88/100 reliability score.
Its complaint rate (1.7 per 10k sold) sits below the SUV segment average, and most owners report a trouble-free ownership experience.
A solid choice for buyers prioritizing dependability, whether purchased new or used.
Compared to the 2026 Honda HR-V. See also the 2024 Honda HR-V for an earlier comparison.
Pros
- Strong reliability score
- $165 cheaper to maintain than avg subcompact SUVs
- Infrequent unscheduled repairs
- Low major repair risk (5%)
- Low recall count
Cons
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Sunroof and paint (8 complaints)
- Steering issues reported at 4,000–5,000 miles
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Common Problem Categories
Safety
- 1 manufacturer recall issued
Other
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER (8)
- STEERING (7)
- SERVICE BRAKES (2)
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (1)
- ENGINE (1)
- STRUCTURE (1)
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1)
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (1)
- SUSPENSION (1)
- FUEL SYSTEM (1)
- POWER TRAIN (1)
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (1)
Recall Overview
1
recall on record
The 2025 Honda HR-V has 1 recall on record. This is a low count. Recalls are manufacturer-initiated fixes for safety or compliance issues and are repaired at no cost to the owner at authorized dealerships.
NHTSA.gov →Complaint Breakdown
1.7
per 10k soldSegment avg: 4.1
Safety Incidents
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Deaths
0
Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.
2025 Honda HR-V Recall Details
1 recall has been issued for the 2025 Honda HR-V. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.
STEERING
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
Consequence
Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.
2025 Honda HR-V NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall Safety Rating
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)
Gas Powertrain
Rollover risk: 14.0%
Safety Technologies
Honda HR-V Repair Costs & Maintenance
Maintenance Rating
5Maintenance rating: 5 out of 5Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.
Est. Annual Maintenance
$301
vs $466 avg for subcompact SUVs
vs $652 avg for all vehicles
Repair Frequency
0.1
unscheduled repair visits per year
Severe Repair Probability
5%
chance of a major repair
Annual Cost Comparison
Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.
When Buying a Used 2025 Honda HR-V
Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing, based on the most common reported issues.
- Inspect sunroof for signs of stress or damage
- Check for paint peeling, especially in Crystal Black Pearl color
- Verify steering responsiveness and check for recall repairs
- Test emergency braking system for unexpected activation
- Ensure proper pedal spacing to avoid foot entrapment
- Check for unusual sounds or wobbling in suspension
Check Any 2025 Honda HR-V's History Before You Buy
Reliability scores tell you what to expect from the 2025 HR-V in general — but every car has its own story. Uncover past accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks, and service records for a specific Honda HR-V with a free VIN lookup.
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2025 Honda HR-V Common Problems by Component
26 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
8 complaintsOwners report several issues with the 2025 Honda HR-V, particularly involving the sunroof and paint. Multiple complaints describe the sunroof unexpectedly exploding while driving, with no external impact or debris involved, suggesting a potential pattern of failure. Additionally, there are reports of paint peeling on vehicles with low mileage, particularly in the Crystal Black Pearl color, with owners noting that environmental factors do not seem to affect other vehicles under similar conditions. Some owners also mention persistent warning lights for safety features and sensors, which dealers have been unable to resolve. These issues occur at varying mileages, often within the first year of ownership, and while no accidents are reported, the sunroof and safety sensor problems may pose potential safety risks.
STEERING
7 complaintsSafety-relatedOwners of the 2025 Honda HR-V frequently report issues related to a steering recall, identified as 24V744000, with a significant delay in the availability of parts for repair. Complaints commonly describe a lack of steering responsiveness, with one report involving a crash where the steering wheel failed to turn, resulting in an injury to another driver. Several owners mention abnormal sounds or rough driving experiences, particularly at lower mileages around 4,000 miles. The recurring theme across complaints is a parts distribution disconnect, leading to extended wait times for repairs, which poses potential safety risks for those experiencing steering issues. This information may be pertinent for potential buyers considering the vehicle's current recall status and its impact on steering safety.
SERVICE BRAKES
2 complaintsOwners of the 2025 Honda HR-V report issues with the emergency braking system and pedal placement. One complaint describes the emergency braking system engaging unexpectedly at highway speeds without any apparent obstacles, occurring twice within a short time frame, with the vehicle having less than 10,000 miles. Another owner reports the brake and accelerator pedals being extremely close, causing their foot to become stuck between them, leading to a temporary loss of control, with this issue occurring at approximately 10 miles. These reports raise safety implications, particularly concerning sudden braking at high speeds and potential pedal entrapment, which could lead to loss of vehicle control.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (1 complaints)
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaintWhen driving with cruise control on the vehicle will brake when car is coming toward me from other lane as if the car is going in my lane and it is not. It has caused me to have several close calls with cars behind me almost hitting me.
ENGINE (1 complaints)
ENGINE
1 complaint*my vehicle was running from tampa florida to atlanta georgia and The oil drain plug was ejected and my vehicle lost compression and locked the steering wheel . *I had to maneuver off the highway to try not to cause damage to myself, my passenger and other vehicles. * Yes, my vehicle was towed to the nearest Honda and it is Stone Mountain Honda located in Georgia and they performed a diagnosis which indicates the ejection of the oil drain plug. This diagnosis was sent to Westshore Honda in Tampa Florida where they performed maintenance by Warranty and they did not want to accept the diagnosis. *Yes, the diagnosis was made at the Stone Mountain Honda dealership located in Georgia. *No, it never turned on a warning light only the message when I managed to leave the road which said "Your engine lost Compression", this is the first time it happens to me with my 2025 honda hr-v sport and it happened on [XXX] at [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
STRUCTURE (1 complaints)
STRUCTURE
1 complaintI purchased my car in December 26, 2024 brand new. in January 2025 I had a rock hit my windshield which caused a crack. I had it replaced. Then in June and another rock hit my windshield, which caused another crack, and that windshield was replaced again on August 6, 2025. Within 3 weeks of having it replaced a small piece of gravel hit the windshield causing another crack which I have not replaced yet. Since the last crack, I now have an additional crack cause by another small piece of gravel. I contacted the Honda dealer to which they said "sorry you just have bad luck" I have also filed a complaint with Honda customer service. I've done a little digging, and this seems to be a trend with the new 2025 HR-V body style. I'm concerned that if the windshield is this easy to break with small gravel what would happen if something larger was to hit the windshield? it could potentially lead to serious injury. In my uploaded pictures I have photos of current damage, and my first invoice from January. if needed I can obtain the invoice from the second repair in August. the pictures I've uploaded happened after the August 6th 2025 repair.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1 complaints)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaintWhile parking my car and going under 20 mph, my car suddenly accelerated. My foot was not on the brake or the accelerator when this occurred. I was forced to slam my brake to prevent myself from hitting the curb in front of me . This has happened twice, both in the process of turning to park and going under 20 mph. My cruise control was not on at the time. I have taken my car to Honda to investigate and they were unable to replicate the issue.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (1 complaints)
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaintCar is having the smell of gas inside of vehicle
SUSPENSION (1 complaints)
SUSPENSION
1 complaintThe contact owns a 2025 Honda HR-V. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the rear end of the vehicle was wobbling abnormally. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed; however, the results of the diagnostic test was unknown. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure and suggested that the contact take the vehicle to the dealer for assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 4,402.
FUEL SYSTEM (1 complaints)
FUEL SYSTEM
1 complaintThe contact owns a 2025 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that the window sticker stated that the fuel economy was 27-32 MPG; however, the contact stated that the vehicle was only achieving 16-20 MPG. The contact was filling the fuel tank 3 times per week. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that the vehicle was experiencing the break-in period and that over time, the vehicle would achieve the stated MPG. The contact stated that other vehicle owners online were complaining about the same failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The manufacturer opened a case for the failure. The failure mileage was 2,362.
When Do 2025 Honda HR-V Problems Start?
Based on owner complaint patterns, here's when common issues tend to appear.
Best & Worst Honda HR-V Years
Best Honda HR-V Years to Buy
The best Honda HR-V year is 2025 with a reliability score of 88/100, rated excellent. Other strong picks include 2021 (86/100) and 2024 (83/100).
2025(this page)
1 recall · 26 complaints
2021
3 recalls · 52 complaints
2024
4 recalls · 94 complaints
Honda HR-V Years to Avoid
The worst Honda HR-V year is 2023 with a score of 73/100, primarily due to visibility wiper (255) issues. Also avoid 2019 (75/100).
2023
3 recalls · 673 complaints
2019
6 recalls · 185 complaints
Honda HR-V Reliability Score Trend
Honda HR-V reliability has remained consistent across model years, averaging 81/100.
Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 78/100 | Good |
| 2019 | 75/100 | Good |
| 2020 | 80/100 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 86/100 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 83/100 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 73/100 | Good |
| 2024 | 83/100 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 88/100 | Excellent |
Honda HR-V Reliability Compared to Other Years
| Year | Score | vs Prior Year | Rating | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 81/100 (predicted) | — | Predicted | 0 | 5 |
| 2025(selected) | 88/100 | +5 | Excellent | 1 | 26 |
| 2024 | 83/100 | +10 | Excellent | 4 | 94 |
| 2023 | 73/100 | -10 | Good | 3 | 673 |
| 2022 | 83/100 | -3 | Excellent | 3 | 62 |
| 2021 | 86/100 | +6 | Excellent | 3 | 52 |
| 2020 | 80/100 | +5 | Excellent | 4 | 71 |
| 2019 | 75/100 | -3 | Good | 6 | 185 |
| 2018 | 78/100 | — | Good | 3 | 141 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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How We Calculate Reliability Scores
Auto Reliability Index scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using a weighted formula that combines multiple public data sources. Each factor is weighted based on its predictive value for real-world ownership experience.
Key Ranking Factors
Complaint Severity
NHTSA owner complaints weighted by component category (e.g., powertrain, safety systems, electronics, cosmetic) — safety-critical issues carry more weight than cosmetic ones. Adjusted for sales volume so high-volume models aren't unfairly penalized.
Repair Costs
Independent reliability ratings based on repair frequency, average repair costs, and severity of typical repairs for each model.
Recall Impact
Number of NHTSA recalls weighted by severity. “Stop driving” and fire-risk recalls are penalized more heavily than minor software or labeling recalls.
Issue Diversity
Measures how many major vehicle systems (engine, transmission, electrical, braking, etc.) have recorded complaints. A vehicle with issues spread across many systems may indicate systemic quality issues.
Scores are grouped into four tiers:
- 80–100: Excellent — Top-tier reliability, minimal issues
- 60–79: Good — Reliable with some minor concerns
- 40–59: Mixed — Notable issues, research before buying
- 0–39: Risky — Significant problems, proceed with caution
Data is sourced from NHTSA recall records, owner complaint filings, and independent repair databases. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available. While the weighting model is proprietary, all underlying data sources are public and traceable.
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