2013 Honda Fit: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2013 Honda Fit: 10 recalls, 176 owner complaints and up to 31 mpg combined.
Recalls
10 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Stability control Vehicle recall #13V157000 · 2013 · 91,920 vehicles
What's wrong: In April 2013, Honda recalled 43,782 2012-2013 Honda fit sport vehicles. In July 2013, Honda informed the agency that it was adding model year 2012-2013 Honda fit vehicles in base trim to the recall campaign, representing an additional 48,138 vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 91,920. The electronic stability control system of the affected vehicles May allow excessive yaw rates at high…
Why it matters: Excessive yaw rates prevent the proper function of the electronic stability control (esc) system, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners and dealers will update the esc software free of charge. The safety recall began on August 1, 2013.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #14V258000 · 2014 · 1,038 vehicles
What's wrong: American Honda motor Co., Ltd, (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2013 Honda fit vehicles manufactured May 24, 2013, through July 5, 2013, and equipped with a manual transmission. The passenger side driveshaft May break while driving due to an improper heat treatment application during manufacturing.
Why it matters: If the driveshaft fractures and separates while driving, the vehicle would lose power and coast to a stop. If a vehicle with a fractured driveshaft is parked without the parking brake applied, the vehicle could move unexpectedly. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the passenger side driveshaft and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2014.
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.
Airbags Vehicle recall #18V268000 · 2018 · 1,335 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2012 Honda accord and pilot, 2010 accord crosstour, 2001-2011 civic, 2002-2011 cr-v, 2003-2004, 2006-2008 and 2011 element, 2007 and 2009-2013 fit, 2010-2012 insight, 2002-2004 odyssey, and 2012 ridgeline vehicles. The front passenger air bag May have been installed incorrectly during replacement.
Why it matters: An incorrectly installed air bag May deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2018.
Airbags Vehicle recall #18V661000 · 2018 · 1,355,406 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda insight and Acura tsx and tsx wagon, 2014-2015 Honda crosstour and pilot vehicles nationwide, as well as certain 2014 Honda fcx clarity and fit ev vehicles in florida, hawaii, puerto rico, texas, alabama, georgia, louisiana, mississippi, south carolina, california, american samoa, guam, the northern mariana islands (saipan) and the u.s. Virgin islands.…
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 November 6, 2018.
Airbags Vehicle recall #19V378000 · 2019 · 19,138 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura tsx, 2011-2013 tsx sport wagon, and 2010-2012 zdx and 2008-2012 Honda accord, 2010-2011 accord crosstour, 2006-2011 civic, civic hybrid and civic ngv, 2012-2014 crosstour, 2007-2011 cr-v, 2009-2013 fit, 2010-2013 insight, and 2009-2015 pilot vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator May have been installed incorrectly during replacement.
Why it matters: An incorrectly installed air bag inflator May not properly deploy the passenger frontal air bag in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator installation and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019.
Airbags Vehicle recall #19V502000 · 2019 · 9,555 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura tsx, 2011-2014 tsx sport wagon, 2010-2013 zdx, 2008-2012 Honda accord, 2010-2011 accord crosstour, 2006-2011 civic and civic hybrid, 2008-2010 civic gx ngv, 2012-2015 crosstour, 2007-2011 cr-v, 2009-2013 fit, 2014 fit ev, 2010-2014 insight, and 2009-2015 pilot vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembled…
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 August 12, 2019.
Airbags Vehicle recall #19V500000 · 2019 · 1,558 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013 Acura ilx, 2015 rdx, 2005-2010 and 2012 rl, 2009-2014 tl, 2010 and 2012 zdx, 2007-2011 cr-v, 2011-2013 and 2015 cr-z, 2009-2013 fit, 2013 fit ev, 2010-2011 and 2013 insight and 2007-2014 ridgeline vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with driver frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that May explode due to…
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 driver frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #20V770000 · 2020 · 248,358 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Acura ilx, 2013 Acura ilx hybrid, 2012 Honda civic hybrid, and 2007-2008 Honda fit vehicles with a manual transmission and 2009-2013 Honda fit vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in connecticut, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new…
Why it matters: A broken drive shaft May cause a sudden loss of drive power. The vehicle could also roll away if the parking brake has not been applied before the vehicle has been exited. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shafts, replacing either the left or right drive shaft, if necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk with an interim letter mailed February 2, 2021. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 4 mention a fire, 16 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (92): the most common themes are deploys unexpectedly / inflator (8).
- Electrical (22): the most common themes are electrical failure (11), warning light on (6), stalls / loses power (4).
- Engine (14): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (7), warning light on (4), noise or vibration (3).
- Transmission & drivetrain (12): the most common themes are noise or vibration (4), stalls / loses power (3), warning light on (2).
The 2013 Honda Fit has 176 owner complaints, ranking #6 of 13 Fit model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 169). Complaints peaked in 2016 (78 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 28,900 miles. Neighboring years: 2012 (113 complaints, 11 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 35 | 31 | Regular |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 33 | 30 | Regular |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 33 | 29 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Honda Fit have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 vehicle recalls for the 2013 Honda Fit. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2013 Honda Fit problems?
Owners have filed 176 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (92), electrical (22), engine (14).
What gas mileage does the 2013 Honda Fit get?
EPA ratings run up to 31 mpg combined (1.5 L, Automatic 5-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2013 Honda Fit repair manual?
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