The vehicle has experienced the same electrical/charging problem twice. The first time, three warning lights came on while I was driving. The vehicle subsequently lost electrical power and began experiencing a significant loss of acceleration. The warning lights then went off, followed by a situation where there were no warning lights displayed. The vehicle's acceleration became slower, the steering wheel began to feel as though it was locking, and the vehicle eventually broke down. This created a serious safety concern because the vehicle lost power and became difficult to control while I was driving. I had the alternator and battery replaced in an attempt to correct the problem. However, the problem has occurred again. After the repairs, all three warning lights are illuminated again, and the vehicle is displaying a "Check/Charge System" message. The battery does not appear to be charging while the engine is running. I returned the vehicle to the same repair facility that performed the previous work. I was told that they had checked the vehicle and performed the necessary work, but they believed there may be an electrical-system or computer-related problem because something appears to be draining the battery. The underlying cause has not been identified or corrected. The problem has not been permanently resolved despite replacing the battery and alternator. The vehicle is currently displaying the "Check/Charge System" message and the three warning lights. The specific component causing the failure has not yet been identified, and I would like the charging/electrical system, wiring, modules, and related components to be thoroughly inspected and diagnosed. The replaced alternator and battery, as well as any other relevant components, should be available for inspection if requested.
Honda Fit loss of power problems
62 of the 2,204 owner complaints about the Honda Fit describe sudden loss of power, most of them for the 2007 model year.
- owner complaints
- 62
- worst model year
- 2007
- typical repair cost reported
- $700
- typical mileage
- 75,000
By model year
Often reported together
Power steering loss 26Check engine light 11Stalling 6Misfire 6Headlights 6Jerking 4Won't start 2Warning lights 2
Trouble codes mentioned
P2906 1P219A 1P0303 1P0172 1
What owners say
Car lost power when driving and MIL light came on. Loss of power placed myself and all those around me in a hazardous situation. Took to Honda dealer and P219A engine code came up. They completed the Carbon Buildup cleaning procedure under warranty (Bulletin 21-007). Car still had same issue after cleaning. They adjusted the valves (at my expense) still having the same issue. They updated the FI programming still had the same issue. They replaced the 4 fuel injectors then reassessed. Upon verification they found a single bad injector so replaced injector #4 for the second time. When I searched I found that Honda has reported issues with fuel injectors and it appears the 2018 Honda Fit (Sport) is experiencing the same issue with fuel injectors as other models. I called Honda America, opened a claim (Case # 15771436) regarding the issue and poor troubleshooting and the ultimate issue and they told me to deal with it requiring me to pay for fuel injectors on a car with 88K miles.
The digital multi-information display located within the instrument cluster is failing, causing the characters to scramble, pixelate, and become completely unreadable. This hardware malfunction is intermittent but progressively worsening, rendering critical vehicle operating data entirely inaccessible. Specifically, I am unable to view the available fuel level, odometer, remaining oil life, or trip mileage while driving.Safety Risk:The inability to monitor the vehicle’s remaining fuel level creates a severe and unpredictable safety hazard, as the vehicle could unexpectedly stall or lose power in high-speed traffic or hazardous road conditions without warning. Additionally, the lack of a visible odometer and oil life indicator prevents proper tracking of essential safety inspections and routine maintenance intervals
UNKNOWN- 2015 Honda Fit has been driving perfectly until 2 days ago I came to a red light and it lost power and shut off. Waited for a few hours cranked and shuts off.
The contact owns a 2007 Honda Fit. The contact stated that the vehicle recently lost power steering functionality while pulling into the driveway. Additionally, the contact stated while the vehicle was being serviced by an independent mechanic, the mechanic informed the contact that the subframe was rusted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed due to sub frame rust; however, the dealer informed the contact that the vehicle could not be diagnosed due to the severe rust. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance because the vehicle was out of warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000. The VIN was not available.
7/14/24 This scenario has happened previously. The first time the engine light, steering light, tire light have come on and remained on. Driving around 65 mph the car judders, loses power, & engine light flashes. Thankfully, there was a shoulder to pull over onto because the ability to maintain speed is lost. Also, the highway I was on has extremely busy portions without any shoulder, so the situation could have been much worse. With traffic all around, I have to put on hazard lights and pull over onto a shoulder filled with tons of debris, which I then got a flat tire, which I then I had to change in the side of the highway. The immediate loss of power and subsequent events is extremely dangerous. The vehicle is well maintained. When taken for diagnosis shops have referred me to the dealer. I’ve called Honda America customer service and am also referred to the dealer. Dealerships are extremely difficult, expensive, & unreliable. Through research I’ve found fuel injector and carbon buildup issues that may be the cause, which of course can cause damage of the engine and catalytic converter. The cost of these repairs is very high. Therefore, I am unable to use a basic economical vehicle I purchased out of necessity, which I can barely afford already, and has now become much more expensive due to major repairs that are needed but incomplete due to lack of funds. If I try to drive it I become a potential hazard on the road. This seems like a manufacturing defect if it is an injector issue. If it is carbon buildup on the intake valves it requires an expensive service not disclosed at purchase in the owners manual, which seems dishonest and deceptive. The private shops I’ve been to have diagnosed the issue as faulty fuel injectors, catalytic converter, or unsure. Honda says go to the dealership, yet without any assistance from Honda they will require a diagnostic fee of around $200 and will require expensive out-of-pocket repairs of a likely Honda defect.
While driving. the engine failed. Loss of power, smoke. Would not start. Entire engine compartment covered with oil. Car towed to mechanic. Who said a hole had been blowout the size of a fist. Engine would have to be replaced.
While driving my regular commute to work with the radio on, the radio and interior lights (not sure if headlights because I can't see them) flashed on and off and the power steering warning light flashed on and off. At that time, the car jerked and I lost power steering for a moment. This happened several times and the radio stopped working. This did not happen on the way home, but reoccured a few days later. I made an appointment with the dealer They had my car for the day and were not able to locate the issue, but they fixed my radio and told me to bring it back if it happened again. They checked alternator, fuses, and looked for an electrical short. A few weeks later, it happened again, I brought the car back and they could not find the problem, but fixed the radio. The car was fine for a month and it is happening again. Losing power steering while driving is a serious safety hazard for myself and others.
Last evening the interior vehicle power (headlights, dash lights, AC/heat fan) intermittently flashed off then back on while driving...when this happened as I arrived home, I completely lost power steering (electronic power steering warning light came on) and could barely turn the steering wheel. Thankfully I was moving at relatively slow speed when I lost power steering, but this could certainly be a life hazard at higher speeds.
My 2019 honda fit only has 61k miles. I was driving on the freeway and the fuel pump went it almost cause to get into an accident lost of power to the engine drastically slowed me down. Got a scanner to scan the problem and the fuel pump came out as the error code. I bought my car brand new. The pump shouldn't of gave out so soon
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- Honda is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 honda fit vehicles. There is a potential for one or more of the four spring assemblies on the engine's variable valve timing and lift electronic control (vtec) system to fail.
- Risk
- A failure of the spring assemblies may cause the vehicle to stall during operation increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the spring assemblies in the engine if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on march 7, 2011. Owners may contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009.
Recall number 11V101000 · Recall details
Questions about the Honda Fit loss of power
Which Honda Fit years have sudden loss of power problems?
The model years with the most reports are 2007 (17 complaints), 2009 (8 complaints) and 2015 (8 complaints).
How much does it cost to fix sudden loss of power on the Honda Fit?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $700 (median of 5 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
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