2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell recalls and problems
The 2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell has 3 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell recalls
Recall 19V-315: Equipment
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Clarity Fuel Cell vehicles. Internal components may corrode and cause the water pump to fail.
Risk: A failure of the water pump can cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began June 10, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is L4N.
Recall 18V-921: Hybrid Propulsion System, Electrical System
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Clarity Fuel Cell vehicles previously repaired under recall 18V-068. The previous software remedy may have been incomplete. As a result, the fuel cell control unit (FC-ECU) may misinterpret a small cell voltage drop, causing the vehicle to have a partial or complete loss of power.
Risk: A loss of power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Honda has notified owners, and dealers will update the FC-ECU software, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is A3O.
Recall 18V-068: Hybrid Propulsion System, Electrical System
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Clarity Fuel Cell vehicles. The fuel cell control unit (FC-ECU) may misinterpret a small cell voltage drop, causing the vehicle to have reduced, or a complete loss of, power.
Risk: A loss of power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is R0L.
2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 2 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 10,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell: 19V-315 (equipment), 18V-921 (hybrid propulsion system, electrical system), 18V-068 (hybrid propulsion system, electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell?
Owners report equipment problems most often (2 reports), followed by electronic stability control (esc) (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 10,000 miles.
Are Honda recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Honda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.