2015 Honda Fit Safety Report
2015 Honda Fit Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2015 Honda Fit
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2015 Honda Fit. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (4) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (275) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 13 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Electrical System | Compare electrical system issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2020 | Compare against the 2020 Honda Fit with 31 complaints and 3 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2019 | Check the 2019 Honda Fit before buying across this generation. |
Honda Fit Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Honda Fit years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Honda Fit | 116 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2017 Honda Fit | 42 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2018 Honda Fit | 109 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2019 Honda Fit | 130 | 5 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Honda Fit | 31 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2015 Honda Fit Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2015 Honda Fit, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Electrical System
79 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Honda onlyPower Train
28 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Honda onlyUnknown Or Other
22 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Honda onlyFuel/Propulsion System
19 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Honda onlyEngine
18 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Honda onlySeat Belts
11 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Seat Belts issues Honda onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2015 Honda Fit
Reliability Score
The 2015 Honda Fit receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2015 Honda Fit
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2015 Honda Fit
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2015 Honda Fit:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Gauge Failure The fuel gauge can be intermittent and may fail due to soldering issues, causing the display to blink, appear blank, or show unreadable characters. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Transmission Warning Light The transmission warning light has been observed to flash, potentially indicating a problem with the automatic transmission control module. |
Low | Occasional | 0-100k miles |
| Info Display Issues The info display that shows fuel level, odometer, oil life, and trip information can be intermittent, especially in cold and wet weather. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Vehicle Jerking And Stalling The vehicle may jerk and stall when running, especially when shifting from drive to reverse, and may stall in traffic. |
Medium | Occasional | 0-100k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2015 Honda Fit:
Issues with the fuel gauge are common, with many reports of intermittent display and failure.
The info display can be intermittent, especially in cold and wet weather conditions.
The transmission warning light has been observed to flash, indicating potential issues.
The vehicle may experience jerking and stalling, especially when shifting gears.
Recall Details for the 2015 Honda Fit
The following 4 recalls have been issued for the 2015 Honda Fit by NHTSA:
Summary: 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 Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection" and number 226, ...
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear grab handle bracket, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JV8.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JU2 (Civic) and JU3(Fit).
Summary: 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.
Consequence: If the wires become damaged, the coil may overheat and cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JT9.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's number for this recall is JF9.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2015 Honda Fit
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2015 Honda Fit with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The info display that reports millage, fuel levels etc has been intermittent. When the car starts in cold and/or wet weather The display Is "blued out" or it's digitized and unreadable. [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while driving 45-50 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated, with the gear shift indicator light in neutral(N), and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with ignition software failure. The mechanic replaced the ignition switch. Additionally, the contact stated that while driv...
Odometer screen, which includes mileage, fuel gauge, time and any check engine information, will regularly blink, appear blank, show unreadable characters or a combination of the three on mornings with an external temperature of 60 F or below. Reading up on Honda Fit forums, it appears to be faulty hardware and/or poor solder joints that are cracking. More complaints can be found here: https://www...
My gauge cluster comes on and off when it feels like it I owned the car for 5 years about its been this way I got it checked by the honda dealer 2/20/2026 their diagnosis is it having an internal failure I am not sure why it has no recall I feel its due to poor soldering from the manufactur I am the second owner of this car please help
The fuel gauge and mileage display became inoperable. Fuel level could not be determined.
The information display that shows fuel level, odometer, oil life, and trip is it displaying correctly. The characters are scrambling and unable to see the available fuel amount. The problem is intermittent and getting worse. This issue is happening with many, many, many owners.
Vehicle started to jerk and stall when running and selected to reverse from drive, progressively getting worse and has since stalled in traffic from a stop at a light to acceleration fwd , and frequently stalling more from park to reverse
The fuel gauge in the gauge cluster turns on and off unexpectedly and without reason for extended periods of time. The gauge will also do what I like to call hieroglyphic numbers, essentially unreadable lettering clearly due to an electrical malfunction. This is very distracting as a driver and has put me in a very near death experience from the fault. This problem makes it impossible to read the ...
The fuel gauge, which is digital, has a soldering point which is apparently a known failure spot due to the type of solder used. This causes the display to fail, which makes the fuel gauge unreadable. Not only is this a distraction for drivers, but it can lead to running out of gas unexpectedly in dangerous situations.
The fuel gauge, which is digital, has a soldering point which is apparently a known failure spot due to the type of solder used. This causes the display to fail, which makes the fuel gauge unreadable. Not only is this a distraction for drivers, but it can lead to running out of gas unexpectedly in dangerous situations.
The fuel gauge, which is digital, has a soldering point which is apparently a known failure spot due to the type of solder used. This causes the display to fail, which makes the fuel gauge unreadable. Not only is this a distraction for drivers, but it can lead to running out of gas unexpectedly in dangerous situations.
The fuel gauge, which is digital, has a soldering point which is apparently a known failure spot due to the type of solder used. This causes the display to fail, which makes the fuel gauge unreadable. Not only is this a distraction for drivers, but it can lead to running out of gas unexpectedly in dangerous situations.
The fuel gauge, which is digital, has a soldering point which is apparently a known failure spot due to the type of solder used. This causes the display to fail, which makes the fuel gauge unreadable. Not only is this a distraction for drivers, but it can lead to running out of gas unexpectedly in dangerous situations.
I am the owner of a Honda Fit, and I am reporting a persistent and worsening issue that began during the winter of 2024. The vehicle produces a rattling noise during cold start-ups, which has become increasingly loud and frequent over time. This vehicle has only 89,646 miles, which is considered relatively low mileage for a modern engine to begin exhibiting such symptoms. This suggests that the i...
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the transmission warning light started flashing and the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local AAMCO Transmission Service Center who diagnosed that the transmission drive pulley had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer and manufactur...
Instrument cluster is failing. Requires replacement.
Vtc actuator failure. Engine rattle on cold startup.
Many other Honda Fit owners and I have had the same problem of the odometer and fuel gauge not displaying correctly. The soldering pins crack or come loose over time. This leads to failure to tell if you have enough gas in the car. This also leads to failure to show an accurate odometer reading. The odometer and fuel gauge display is digital and the screen often will glitch out and display a jumbl...
My Honda Fit was purchased new in Portland, Oregon. I am the original owner. I began having issues that are documented after moving to Florida, and took the car to Honda in Palm Bay. The issues were grinding noise at the first start of the day, or after sitting for several hours and then restarted. The noise is noticed upon start in am or 1st start and is a grinding noise from the motor area. It ...
Engine Control Module failed, all warning lights come on, gauges turn off. Engine Control Module failure can cause the car to function erratically and even stall while driving.
Showing 20 of 275 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2015 Honda Fit
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Air Bags: Air Bag/Restraint Control Module
Opened 2019-04-19 · Closed 2024-09-19
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation to determine if the failure of airbags to deploy during severe crashes, in certain vehicles, was the result of a safety related defect. During the investigation a complex failure was studied that can result in non-deployment of subject vehicle air bags and other restraint system devices in severe crash events. The subject vehicles may be equipped with an airbag control unit (ACU) for the supplemental restraint system (SRS) Elec...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2015 Honda Fit
Has the 2015 HONDA FIT been recalled?
Yes, the 2015 HONDA FIT has 4 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2015 HONDA FIT have?
The 2015 HONDA FIT has 275 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 12 involved crashes. 15 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2015 HONDA FIT?
The 2015 HONDA FIT received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 HONDA FIT?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2015 HONDA FIT involve electrical system (79 complaints), power train (28 complaints), unknown or other (22 complaints). Other affected components include fuel/propulsion system, engine, seat belts.
How many crash reports does the 2015 HONDA FIT have?
There are 12 crash reports associated with the 2015 HONDA FIT out of 275 total complaints (4.4% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2015 HONDA FIT have?
There are 1 fire reports for the 2015 HONDA FIT out of 275 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2015 HONDA FIT?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 HONDA FIT.
How many injuries are reported for the 2015 HONDA FIT?
15 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 HONDA FIT. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2015 HONDA FIT?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 HONDA FIT is research thoroughly before purchasing. It has 275 complaints, 4 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2015 HONDA FIT?
The components with the most failures on the 2015 HONDA FIT are: 1. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (79 complaints), 2. POWER TRAIN (28 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (22 complaints), 4. FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (19 complaints), 5. ENGINE (18 complaints). ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the single most-reported problem area with 79 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2015 HONDA FIT?
Be aware of potential issues with the fuel gauge and info display, and consider having them checked regularly. The 2015 HONDA FIT has 275 NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2015 HONDA FIT?
The 2015 HONDA FIT receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 275 owner complaints, 4 recalls, and 13 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Fuel Gauge Failure and Transmission Warning Light.
What are the known issues with the 2015 HONDA FIT?
Known issues with the 2015 HONDA FIT include: Fuel Gauge Failure, Transmission Warning Light, Info Display Issues, Vehicle Jerking and Stalling. These are based on patterns found across 275 NHTSA complaints. 4 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the common issues with the 2015 Honda Fit?
Common issues include fuel gauge failure, intermittent info display, transmission warning light, and vehicle jerking and stalling.
Can the fuel gauge in a 2015 Honda Fit fail?
Yes, the fuel gauge can fail due to soldering issues, causing the display to blink, appear blank, or show unreadable characters.
What should I do if my 2015 Honda Fit's transmission warning light starts flashing?
Have the vehicle inspected to determine the cause, as it may indicate a problem with the automatic transmission control module.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be aware of potential issues with the fuel gauge and info display, and consider having them checked regularly.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2015 Honda Fit
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2015 Honda Fit. The data includes 275 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 4 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 12 reported crashes, 1 fire incidents, 15 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2015 Honda Fit an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16