NHTSA has 43 owner complaints on file for the 2017 Honda Fit[1]. The electrical system is the group named most often, with 12 complaints[2].
Most reported problems
Owners filed complaints across several parts of the car, and these are the groups from the biggest down.
- Electrical System. 12 complaints[2]. Owners describe dash displays for fuel and mileage that flicker, go blank or turn into a jumble, which leaves them unsure how much gas is left. Others describe Bluetooth trouble on the radio screen and wiring chewed by rodents.
- Fuel/Propulsion System. 11 complaints[5]. In the stories we read, owners describe check engine lights with codes tied to the fuel injectors or catalytic converter, sputtering when speeding up, and a rattle on cold starts that they link to a valve timing part.
- Engine. 11 complaints[6]. Owners describe a short, loud rattle right after a cold start, shaking at idle, and a rough air and fuel reading that returned after cleaning. Some say a warranty repair was refused.
- Structure. 6 complaints[7]. Owners describe paint that chips, peels or flakes down to bare metal, and a belly panel that came loose after its clips went missing. One complaint in this group mentions an injury[7].
- Unknown Or Other. 6 complaints[8]. These do not point to one clear part.
- Power Train. 4 complaints[9].
- Wheels. 3 complaints[10].
- Suspension. 2 complaints[11].
Recalls
NHTSA's records show 0 recalls for the 2017 Fit[12].
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
| Version | City / highway / combined MPG | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|
| Fit, 1.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[3] | 33 / 40 / 36 | $1,850 |
| Fit, 1.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S7), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[13] | 32 / 37 / 34 | $1,950 |
| Fit, 1.5L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[14] | 29 / 36 / 32 | $2,100 |
Safety ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 HB FWD[4] | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 14.7% |
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2017 Honda Fit with 1.5L 4-cylinder[15] | 128 to 130 hp |
These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.
How 2017 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 370 | 11 |
| 2008 | 217 | 8 |
| 2009 | 287 | 11 |
| 2010 | 184 | 12 |
| 2011 | 113 | 11 |
| 2012 | 113 | 11 |
| 2013 | 176 | 10 |
| 2014 | 0 | 3 |
| 2015 | 285 | 4 |
| 2016 | 121 | 1 |
| 2017 | 43 | 0 |
| 2018 | 117 | 4 |
| 2019 | 136 | 6 |
| 2020 | 36 | 4 |
NHTSA's counts for the Fit show 43 complaints and 0 recalls for 2017[12]. Among the 14 model years listed, 2 have fewer complaints than 2017 and 11 have more[12]. The fewest complaints are for 2014 (0) and the most are for 2007 (370)[12]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2017 Fit?
These are unverified reports sent to NHTSA, so they show what some owners ran into and not how often it happens. The list of complaints is fairly short at 43[1]. None of them mention a crash, a fire or a death[1]. The electrical, fuel and engine groups hold the largest counts[2][5][6]. If you are shopping for one, check the dash gauges, listen to a cold start and look closely at the paint.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Honda Fit?
- Owners name the electrical system most often[2], then the fuel system[5] and the engine[6]. Structure complaints, including paint trouble, come next[7].
- Does the 2017 Honda Fit have any recalls?
- Recalls are listed in the Recalls section of this page. The by-year facts show the recall count for this model year[12].
- How many complaints are there for the 2017 Honda Fit?
- NHTSA has 43 owner complaints on file[1]. Complaints are unverified and are not adjusted for sales.
- What gas mileage does the 2017 Honda Fit get?
- See the Fuel Economy section of this page for the EPA figures.
Keep exploring
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 43 owner complaints on file for the 2017 Honda Fit (0 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 1 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- 12 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA rating for Fit, 1.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 33 city / 40 highway / 36 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $1,850. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 5 HB FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 14.7%. NHTSA vehicle records
- 11 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 11 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 6 complaints name the structure component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 6 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 4 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 3 complaints name the wheels component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the suspension component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Honda Fit model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Fit, 1.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S7), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 32 city / 37 highway / 34 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $1,950. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for Fit, 1.5L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 29 city / 36 highway / 32 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,100. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA Test Car List, 2017 Honda Fit with 1.5L 4-cylinder: rated 128 to 130 hp depending on version. www.epa.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, FIT 4DR HATCH FWD DX/LX: length 160 in, width 67 in, height 58 in, wheelbase 100 in, curb weight 2,493 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, FIT 4DR HATCH FWD EX/EX-L NAVI: length 160 in, width 67 in, height 58 in, wheelbase 100 in, curb weight 2,579 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov