Federal safety data shows 2 recalls and 681 complaints for the 2023 Honda HR-V, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

681

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

24V7440002024-03-10

STEERING

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.

Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.

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23V7820002023-21-11

SEAT BELTS:FRONT

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Accord and HR-V vehicles. The front seat belt pretensioners may be missing the rivet that secures the quick connector and wire plate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," 209, "Seat Belt Assembles," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

A seat belt pretensioner missing a rivet will not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 681 issues reported over 1 model years, visibility/wiper problems are the most common for the 2023 Honda HR-V. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Visibility/wiper255

02Unknown Or Other143

03Visibility77

04Steering60

05Unknown Or Other,visibility/wiper44

681 total across 1 model years (2023–2023)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Honda HR-V Fuel Economy

27–28mpg combined

25-26city

30-32hwy

$2,400-$2,500/yr

The 2023 Honda HR-V delivers 27 to 28 MPG combined across 2 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

HR-V FWD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

28mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

26 city32 hwy~$2,400/yr6/10 Average

HR-V AWD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

27mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

25 city30 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2023 Honda HR-V

31States

28%in top 3

Florida has the most inventory at 12%, with options spread across 31 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

FLFlorida

1,90412%

CACalifornia

1,63010%

NYNew York

1,1667%

TXTexas

1,0977%

NJNew Jersey

1,0726%

PAPennsylvania

9276%

DCWashington DC

8715%

MDMaryland

6624%

DEDelaware

6364%

ILIllinois

6194%

OHOhio

4833%

GAGeorgia

4483%

NHNew Hampshire

3982%

MAMassachusetts

3552%

NCNorth Carolina

3462%

AZArizona

3392%

WAWashington

3352%

MNMinnesota

3222%

MO255

MI213

IN199

WI195

TN190

NV165

CO161

OR156

RI155

CT149

UT116

KY116

OK104

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2023.

Buying a 2023 Honda HR-V?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2023 Honda HR-V a good car to buy?

The 2023 Honda HR-V has its strengths and its watch-outs. 2 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report visibility/wiper as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2023 Honda HR-V?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 2023 Honda HR-V. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2023 Honda HR-V?

You'll get between 27 and 28 MPG combined from the 2023 Honda HR-V, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2023 Honda HR-V?

Out of 681 owner complaints, visibility/wiper issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.