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2016 Honda Hr V
Common Problems

Ranked from 99 federal NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.

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High severity
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Medium
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Low

16 Common Problems

Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.

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  1. 1

    Electrical system issues with dashboard and warning lights

    32complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    Problems with the electrical system causing various warning lights to malfunction or display incorrectly.

    $100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs labor
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  2. 2

    Dashboard Malfunction

    19complaints
    High severityElectrical

    The dashboard displays incorrect or missing information, leading to confusion and potential safety risks.

  3. 3

    Transmission Failure

    19complaints
    High severityTransmission

    The transmission has failed, causing the vehicle to lose power and become inoperable.

    $2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs labor
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  4. 4

    Start/stop button malfunction

    11complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The start/stop button fails to properly start or turn off the vehicle, requiring multiple attempts and sometimes leaving the vehicle stranded.

  5. 5

    Engine Revving and Stalling

    10complaints
    Medium severityEngine

    The engine revs unexpectedly and stalls, causing the vehicle to lose power and become difficult to control.

    $150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs labor
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  6. 6

    Suspension system leaks and failures

    7complaints
    Medium severitySuspension

    Shock absorbers leak fluid or fail prematurely, leading to uneven ride quality and potential handling issues.

    $150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs labor
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  7. 7

    Engine performance issues

    5complaints
    Medium severityEngine

    The engine experiences unusual vibrations, stalling, or rapid RPM increases without warning, affecting vehicle performance.

  8. 8

    Paint peeling and rust spots

    5complaints
    Low severityOther

    Paint on the exterior of the vehicle begins to peel and show rust spots, indicating potential manufacturing defects.

    Related recall: 15V472000

  9. 9

    Transmission failure without warning

    5complaints
    High severityTransmission

    The transmission suddenly fails without any warning lights or signs, causing the vehicle to stop accelerating or moving.

    $2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs labor
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  10. 10

    Seating comfort issues

    4complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Complaints about uncomfortable seating positions causing pain and discomfort during driving.

    Related recall: 15V472000

  11. 11

    CVT Belt Failure

    3complaints
    High severityTransmission

    The CVT belt has failed, leading to the vehicle losing power and multiple warning lights appearing.

    $3,500–$6,500est. cvt replacement · 8–14 hrs labor
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  12. 12

    Engine stalling and unexpected acceleration

    3complaints
    Medium severityEngine

    Reports of engine stalling and unexpected acceleration without pressing the gas pedal.

    $150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs labor
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  13. 13

    Paint Peel

    3complaints
    Low severityOther

    Orchid Pearl White paint has been peeling extensively, starting from the roof and spreading to the doors and other areas.

    Related recall: 15V472000

  14. 14

    Structural issues with tire explosions

    3complaints
    High severityOther

    Several reports of tires exploding while driving, leading to loss of control.

    Related recall: 15V472000

  15. 15

    Unintended Acceleration

    2complaints
    High severityOther

    The vehicle accelerates unintentionally, posing a significant safety risk to the driver and others.

    Related recall: 15V472000

  16. 16

    Visibility issues with sunroof and windshield

    2complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Sunroof and windshield issues causing sudden loss of visibility.

    Related recall: 15V472000

Other years & sources

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Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.