2015 Honda Fit: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Honda Fit: 4 recalls, 284 owner complaints and up to 36 mpg combined.
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Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #14V563000 · 2014 · 6,292 vehicles
What's wrong: American Honda motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2015 Honda fit vehicles manufactured April 11, 2014, to June 9, 2014. The affected vehicles May have been assembled with an a-pillar interior cover designed for vehicles without side curtain air bags.
Why it matters: The affected vehicles are equipped with side curtain air bags and in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the side curtain air bags, the incorrect a-pillar interior cover May adversely affect the performance of the side curtain air bags increasing the risk of occupant injury.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the a-pillar interior cover and install the correct a-pillar cover, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on September 25, 2014.
Electrical Vehicle recall #15V559000 · 2015 · 17,796 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015 fit vehicles manufactured December 6, 2013, to August 28, 2014. The affected vehicles May experience damage to the wires inside the plug top ignition coils (ptc) due to improper protection against electrical noise.
Why it matters: If the wires become damaged, the coil May overheat and cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the plug top ignition coils with new design, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #15V574000 · 2015 · 143,676 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 civic vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014, to November 6, 2014 and 2015 fit vehicles manufactured March 12, 2014, to May 12, 2015. The software settings that control the transmission operation May result in damage to the transmission drive pulley shaft.
Why it matters: If the transmission drive pulley shaft is damaged, it May break, and the vehicle May lose acceleration or the front wheels May lock up while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 30, 2015.
Body & structure, Airbags Vehicle recall #15V697000 · 2015 · 25,367 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 fit lx-trim vehicles manufactured April 11, 2014, to July 02, 2015 and not equipped with a sunroof. In the affected vehicles, the rear grab handle brackets were not manufactured properly, and as a result, the brackets May puncture the side curtain air bags upon their deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor…
Why it matters: If the side curtain air bags are punctured upon deployment, the outboard seat occupants May be at a higher risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear grab handle bracket, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 15 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (117): the most common themes are electrical failure (23), warning light on (13), stalls / loses power (11).
- Fuel & propulsion (41): the most common themes are warning light on (16), stalls / loses power (9).
- Engine (40): the most common themes are noise or vibration (14), warning light on (7), stalls / loses power (4).
- Other / unknown (39): the most common themes are electrical failure (5), noise or vibration (4).
The 2015 Honda Fit has 284 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 13 Fit model years for complaints (1.7× the average Fit year). Complaints peaked in 2019 (45 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 47,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2016 (121 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 | 40 | 36 | Regular |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 | 37 | 34 | Regular |
| 1.5 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 36 | 32 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Honda Fit have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2015 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 2015 Honda Fit problems?
Owners have filed 284 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (117), fuel & propulsion (41), engine (40).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Honda Fit get?
EPA ratings run up to 36 mpg combined (1.5 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2015 Honda Fit 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.