2016 Honda Hr-v: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Honda Hr-v: 2 recalls, 240 owner complaints and up to 31 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment, Tires Vehicle recall #15V472000 · 2015 · 11,511 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2016 hr-v vehicles manufactured January 12, 2015, to May 20, 2015. The affected vehicles May be missing the required tire placard indicating "tire and loading information." these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) 110, "tire selection and rims and motor home/recreation vehicle trailer load…
Why it matters: If the tire placard is missing the driver or owner May not know at what pressure to inflate the tires, resulting in over or under tire inflation which potentially increases the risk of a tire failure and crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle, and apply a new label, free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2015.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #18V777000 · 2018 · 64,785 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Acura mdx, 2017-2018 Acura mdx sport hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda hr-v and Honda odyssey, and 2016 Honda hr-v vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons May have an insufficient coating, causing gas pockets to form, reducing brake performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number…
Why it matters: A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners will be notified, and Honda or Acura dealers will bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 11 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (74): the most common themes are warning light on (27), stalls / loses power (13), hard / delayed shifting (12).
- Electrical (56): the most common themes are electrical failure (21), warning light on (12), stalls / loses power (8).
- Other / unknown (45): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (5), electrical failure (4).
- Engine (23): the most common themes are warning light on (8), stalls / loses power (4).
The 2016 Honda Hr-v has 240 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 12 Hr-v model years for complaints (1.6× the average Hr-v year). Complaints peaked in 2020 (39 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 52,505 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (123 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 34 | 31 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 34 | 31 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 27 | 32 | 29 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 27 | 32 | 29 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 33 | 28 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Honda Hr-v have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2016 Honda Hr-v. 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 2016 Honda Hr-v problems?
Owners have filed 240 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (74), electrical (56), other / unknown (45).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Honda Hr-v get?
EPA ratings run up to 31 mpg combined (1.8 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 5 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2016 Honda Hr-v 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.