2017 HONDA FIT — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
5/5
Safety Rating
59
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
24
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2017 HONDA FIT
The 2017 HONDA FIT has received a total of 59 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. 24 technical service bulletins have been issued by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (11 complaints), Fuelpropulsion System (11 complaints), and Electrical System (10 complaints).
Recalls for the 2017 HONDA FIT
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 HONDA FIT. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2017 HONDA FIT
59 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2017 HONDA FIT. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns 2017 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle hesitated. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and it was determined that cylinders #1, #2, and #4 had failed and cylinder #3 was currently operating. The mechanic performed a pressure test on all cylinders and that the cylinders needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure, and the contact was transferred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.
The contact owns 2017 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle hesitated. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and it was determined that cylinders #1, #2, and #4 had failed and cylinder #3 was currently operating. The mechanic performed a pressure test on all cylinders and that the cylinders needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure, and the contact was transferred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.
When starting or stopping the engine with the push button, a mechanism makes a loud grinding noise.
Blue metallic paint has clear coat peeling and exposed base paint. Paint should last longer than 8 years, this is a manufacturing defect.
Safety Rating for the 2017 HONDA FIT
The 2017 HONDA FIT received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2017 HONDA FIT
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) has issued 24 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2017 HONDA FIT. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
ATI&03072025901 — ENGINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 [Catalyst System Effciency Below Threshold] stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to specific parts from the vehicle...
ATI&02212025901 — ENGINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 [Catalyst System Effciency Below Threshold] stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to specific parts from the vehicle...
ATI&02072025901 — ENGINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 [Catalyst System Effciency Below Threshold] stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to specific parts from the vehicle...
ATI&01082025901 — ENGINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 [Catalyst System Effciency Below Threshold] stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to specific parts from the vehicle...
ATI&10232024907 — ENGINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 [Catalyst System Effciency Below Threshold] stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to specific parts from the vehicle...
ATI&10022024908 — ENGINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 [Catalyst System Effciency Below Threshold] stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to specific parts from the vehicle...
ATI&09162024905 — ENGINE
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 [Catalyst System Effciency Below Threshold] stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to specific parts from the vehicle...
ATI&02152024905 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2018 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold) stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the...
ATI&01022024909 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2018 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold) stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the...
ATI&01022024909 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2018 Fits with customer complaint of Check Engine Light (CEL) on with DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold) stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2017 HONDA FIT
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the HONDA FIT
- 2012 HONDA FIT — 129 complaints
- 2013 HONDA FIT — 212 complaints
- 2014 HONDA FIT — 0 complaints
- 2015 HONDA FIT — 359 complaints
- 2016 HONDA FIT — 145 complaints
- 2017 HONDA FIT (current)
- 2018 HONDA FIT — 153 complaints
- 2019 HONDA FIT — 183 complaints
- 2020 HONDA FIT — 46 complaints
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