2020 Honda HR-V problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 83 owner complaints on file for the 2020 Honda HR-V, filed between 2020-07-10 and 2026-08-20. The most common problem areas are the electrical system (20, 24%), fuel system, gasoline (14, 17%) and power train (13, 16%). Owners reported 8 crashes, 2 fires and 2 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2020 Honda HR-V complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 20 | 24% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 14 | 17% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 13 | 16% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 12 | 14% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 10 | 12% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 8 | 10% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 6 | 7% | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 6 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 6 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 6% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 5% | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Electrical system: 20 complaints
- 20 complaints of 83 (24%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 2 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2020 Honda HR-V covers this system.
Fuel system, gasoline: 14 complaints
- 14 complaints of 83 (17%) name the fuel system, gasoline.
- 2 of them also name the engine; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2020 Honda HR-V; the recall, campaign 23V858000, says: “The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.”
Power train: 13 complaints
- 13 complaints of 83 (16%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 3 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2020 Honda HR-V covers this system.
Fuel/propulsion system: 12 complaints
- 12 complaints of 83 (14%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 2 of them also name the engine; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2020 Honda HR-V covers this system.
Engine: 10 complaints
- 10 complaints of 83 (12%) name the engine.
- 3 of them also name the power train; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2020 Honda HR-V covers this system.
Air bags: 6 complaints
- 6 complaints of 83 (7%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- Owners reported 2 crashes, 2 fires and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2020 Honda HR-V; the latest, campaign 26V332000, says: “The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.”
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 31 |
| 2025 | 25 |
| 2026 | 13 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names HR-V, model year 2020. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2020 Honda HR-V recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Honda HR-V?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2020 Honda HR-V's most common problem areas are the electrical system (20 of 83 complaints), fuel system, gasoline (14 of 83 complaints) and power train (13 of 83 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2020 Honda HR-V have?
NHTSA has 83 owner complaints on file for the 2020 Honda HR-V, including 8 reported crashes and 2 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2020 Honda HR-V's problems?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2020 Honda HR-V; 2 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.