NHTSA has 123 owner complaints on file for the 2017 Honda HR-V[1]. The recall count for this model year is 0 in our data[2].
Most reported problems
Owners filed complaints across several parts of the car, and these groups come up the most.
- Power train. 32 complaints[5]. Owners describe the car losing power on the road, sudden surges, grinding noises and a transmission that gave out, sometimes in a risky spot like a highway on-ramp.
- Electrical system. 28 complaints[6]. In the stories we read, owners describe dash lights flashing, a car that would not start for a while, a window that goes back down, a screen that resets and fuses that keep failing.
- Unknown or other. 28 complaints[7]. These do not fit a single named part.
- Structure. 16 complaints[8]. Owners describe paint peeling on the roof and water getting into the cabin.
- Brakes. 13 complaints[9]. Owners describe the pedals sitting close together and brakes that did not seem to respond when needed.
- Engine. 12 complaints[10].
- Fuel and propulsion system. 11 complaints[11].
- Speed control. 8 complaints[12].
Recalls
NHTSA's records show 0 recalls for the 2017 HR-V[2].
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 |
|---|---|---|
| HR-V FWD, 1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[13] | 25 / 33 / 28 | $2,400 |
| HR-V FWD, 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[3] | 28 / 34 / 31 | $2,150 |
| HR-V FWD, 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S7), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[14] | 28 / 34 / 31 | $2,150 |
| HR-V AWD, 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, All-Wheel Drive[15] | 27 / 31 / 29 | $2,300 |
| HR-V AWD, 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S7), Regular, All-Wheel Drive[16] | 27 / 31 / 29 | $2,300 |
Safety ratings
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2017 Honda HR-V with 1.8L 4-cylinder[18] | 138 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 243 | 2 |
| 2017 | 123 | 0 |
| 2018 | 159 | 3 |
| 2019 | 236 | 7 |
| 2020 | 85 | 5 |
| 2021 | 63 | 4 |
| 2022 | 89 | 3 |
| 2023 | 687 | 3 |
| 2024 | 110 | 4 |
| 2025 | 47 | 1 |
| 2026 | 18 | 0 |
| 2027 | 6 | 0 |
NHTSA's counts for the HR-V show 123 complaints and 0 recalls for 2017[2]. Among the 12 model years listed, 7 have fewer complaints than 2017 and 4 have more[2]. The fewest complaints are for 2027 (6) and the most are for 2023 (687)[2]. 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 HR-V?
The record for this model year shows complaints spread over many parts of the car, with the power train and the electrical system at the top[5][6]. Some reports involve crashes, so the brake and speed control stories deserve a careful read[9][12]. These are unverified owner reports and they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold[1]. If you are shopping for one, ask for service records and have a mechanic check the power train and electronics.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Honda HR-V?
- Power train complaints lead the list, followed by the electrical system[5][6].
- Has the 2017 Honda HR-V been recalled?
- Our data shows 0 recalls for this model year[2]. See the Recalls section on this page for the current list.
- Is the 2017 Honda HR-V reliable?
- Owners filed 123 complaints with NHTSA[1]. These are unverified reports and not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a guide to what to check.
- How many miles do 2017 Honda HR-V problems show up at?
- It depends on the part. Electrical complaints name a median mileage of 27,815[6], and power train complaints name 95,000[5].
- What is the gas mileage of the 2017 Honda HR-V?
- See the fuel economy section on this page.
Keep exploring
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 123 owner complaints on file for the 2017 Honda HR-V (13 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 7 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Honda HR-V model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for HR-V FWD, 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 28 city / 34 highway / 31 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,150. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 13.5%. NHTSA vehicle records
- 32 complaints name the power train component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 95,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 28 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 27,815). NHTSA vehicle records
- 28 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 20,500). NHTSA vehicle records
- 16 complaints name the structure component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 7,265). NHTSA vehicle records
- 13 complaints name the brakes component group (5 crashes, 0 fires, 3 injuries, median mileage at failure 8,047). NHTSA vehicle records
- 12 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 71,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 11 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 14,357). NHTSA vehicle records
- 8 complaints name the speed control component group (6 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 6,595). NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA rating for HR-V FWD, 1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 25 city / 33 highway / 28 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,400. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for HR-V FWD, 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S7), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 28 city / 34 highway / 31 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,150. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for HR-V AWD, 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 27 city / 31 highway / 29 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,300. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for HR-V AWD, 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S7), Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 27 city / 31 highway / 29 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,300. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 15.3%. NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA Test Car List, 2017 Honda HR-V with 1.8L 4-cylinder: rated 138 hp. www.epa.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, HR-V 4DR CUV AWD: length 169 in, width 70 in, height 63 in, wheelbase 103 in, curb weight 3,062 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, HR-V 4DR CUV FWD: length 169 in, width 70 in, height 63 in, wheelbase 103 in, curb weight 2,910 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov