2021 Honda HR-V recalls and problems
The 2021 Honda HR-V has 4 safety recalls and 66 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2021 Honda HR-V vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2021 Honda HR-V recalls
Recall 26V-332: Air Bags
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
Recall 24V-384: Back Over Prevention
Problem: Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles that were previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 23V-046. The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2024. Owners may contact Honda service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are TIQ and DIR. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V-046 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Recall 24V-064: Air Bags
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Risk: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
Recall 23V-046: Back Over Prevention
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio display power circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is 6DW. This recall has been superseded by NHTSA recall number 24V-384. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V-046 will need to have the new remedy completed under recall 24V-384.
2021 Honda HR-V problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 21 | |
| Electrical System | 16 | |
| Unknown or Other | 9 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 | |
| Power Train | 7 | |
| Service Brakes | 5 | |
| Engine | 4 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | |
| Steering | 3 | |
| Lane Departure | 3 | |
| Seats | 2 | |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
Most reported parts
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 3
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 3
- Lane Departure › Warning — 2
- Electrical System › Ignition — 1
- Air Bags › Srs Malfunction Warning Lamp/Light — 1
- Electrical System › Instrument Panel › Speedometer/Odometer — 1
- Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 1
- Lane Departure › Assist — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 36,000 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 2021 Honda HR-V complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Honda HR-V years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 Honda HR-V have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2021 Honda HR-V: 26V-332 (air bags), 24V-384 (back over prevention), 24V-064 (air bags), 23V-046 (back over prevention). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Honda HR-V?
Owners report air bags problems most often (21 reports), followed by electrical system (16). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 36,000 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.