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2013 Honda Fit Ev: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2013 Honda Fit Ev: 2 recalls, 0 owner complaints and up to 118 mpg combined.

2vehicle recalls
0owner complaints
0mention a crash
118best combined mpg
2013 Honda Fit Ev
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Recalls

2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

Airbags Vehicle recall #16V061000 · 2016 · 2,232,187 vehicles

What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Honda cr-v, 2011-2015 cr-z, 2010-2014 fcx, and insight, 2009-2013 fit, 2013-2014 fit ev, 2007-2014 ridgeline, 2013-2016 Acura ilx, 2013-2014 Acura ilx hybrid, 2007-2016 rdx, 2005-2012 Acura rl, 2009-2014 Acura tl, and 2010-2013 Acura zdx vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that May be…

Why it matters: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2017.

Airbags Vehicle recall #18V042000 · 2018 · 691,726 vehicles

What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura tsx, zdx, Honda accord crosstour, fit, insight and pilot vehicles, 2011-13 Acura tsx sportswagon, 2010-2012 Honda accord,, 2010-2011 Honda civic, civic ngv, civic hybrid and cr-v vehicles and 2013 Honda fcx clarity and fit ev vehicles ever registered in the states of alabama, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, south…

Why it matters: An inflator explosion May result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 16, 2018.

Most-reported problems

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Honda Fit Ev so far.

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
Electric (92 kW DCPM)Automatic (A1)Front-Wheel Drive132e105e118eElectricity

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Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2013 Honda Fit Ev.

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FAQ

Does the 2013 Honda Fit Ev have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2013 Honda Fit Ev. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What gas mileage does the 2013 Honda Fit Ev get?

EPA ratings run up to 118 mpg combined, across 1 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2013 Honda Fit Ev repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

Other Fit Ev years

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