2019 Honda Hr V
Common Problems
Ranked from 113 federal NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
15 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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Electrical System Display Issues
30complaintsHigh severityElectricalDash gauge cluster and multi-information display screen malfunctions leading to loss of critical vehicle information.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Fuel System Recall Issues
18complaintsMedium severityFuel systemIssues with the fuel system, including fuel pump and fuel range display, leading to recalls and potential driving distractions.
Related recalls: 20V314000, 21V215000, 23V858000
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Forward Collision Avoidance System Failure
14complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe forward collision avoidance system's camera has failed, causing multiple warning lights and non-functioning safety features.
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Paint Peeling
11complaintsLow severityOtherThe paint on the vehicle's exterior, particularly the roof and front area, is peeling and flaking off in patches.
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Transmission Failure
11complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe continuously variable transmission (CVT) has failed, causing a sudden loss of power and requiring extensive repairs.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Fuel Gauge Malfunction
10complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe fuel gauge intermittently malfunctions, displaying incorrect readings or going blank, especially in cold weather or wet conditions.
Related recalls: 20V314000, 21V215000, 23V858000
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Brake Warning Light Issues
7complaintsMedium severityBrakesThe brake warning lights intermittently come on and off, indicating potential brake system issues.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 18V777000
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Engine Stall and Misfire
7complaintsMedium severityEngineEngine stalling, misfires, and unexpected shutdowns during operation.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Instrument Cluster Malfunction
5complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe instrument cluster frequently malfunctions, causing the odometer and fuel gauge to fail or display incorrectly, leading to driving distractions.
$300–$1,000est. instrument cluster repair/replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Multipurpose Camera Unit Failure
5complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe multipurpose camera unit fails, leading to the malfunction of advanced driver assistance systems such as adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and collision mitigation.
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Air Bag Deployment Failure
4complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe air bags fail to deploy during a collision, increasing the risk of injury.
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Random Acceleration Issues
4complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe vehicle unexpectedly accelerates or decelerates without driver input, posing a safety hazard.
Related recalls: 20V314000, 21V215000, 23V858000
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Steering Gearbox Issues
4complaintsHigh severitySteeringSteering becomes stiff and sticky, requiring replacement of the steering gear assembly, posing a risk of loss of control.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 14
Battery Issues
3complaintsLow severityElectricalThe vehicle experiences issues related to the battery, including difficulty starting and unusual dashboard lighting.
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Vehicle Speed Control Issues
3complaintsMedium severityOtherIssues with vehicle speed control systems leading to erratic behavior and potential accidents.
Other years & sources
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.