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2023 Honda HR-V problems

The most common problem on the 2023 Honda HR-V is windows, wipers and visibility, typically around 13,000 miles. It has 4.3 times the complaints of a typical HR-V model year.

Year to avoid4.3x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
689
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
26
Worst area
Visibility
Fuel economy
27-28mpg

The worst 2023 Honda HR-V problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2023 Honda HR-V

Jerking 30Lane assist 17Wipers 17Windshield crack 12

Recalls 3

SteeringReported October 3, 2024 · 1,693,199 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
Risk
Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1‑888‑234‑2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.

Recall number 24V744000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pumpReported December 18, 2023 · 2,490,460 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1‑888‑234‑2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of the federal safety agency recall numbers 21V‑215 and 20V‑314.

Recall number 23V858000 · Recall details

Seat belts: frontReported November 21, 2023 · 303,770 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Accord and HR-V vehicles. The front seat belt pretensioners may be missing the rivet that secures the quick connector and wire plate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," 209, "Seat Belt Assembles," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Risk
A seat belt pretensioner missing a rivet will not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt pretensioner assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1‑888‑234‑2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are MG7 and NG5.

Recall number 23V782000 · Recall details

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Defect investigations

Front Seat Belt Assemblies may be Missing the Rivet that Secures the Quick Connector and Wire PlateOpened April 4, 2024, closed March 26, 2025

On April 4, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened RQ24006 to investigate American Honda Motor Co.’s (Honda’s) proposed remedy for recall 23V‑782 as well as scope of the vehicles involved. Honda issued recall 23V‑782 on November 21, 2023, which concerns certain model year (MY) 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Honda Accord Hybrid, and Honda HR-V vehicles. Recall 23V‑782 states that the driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioner assemblies may have been manufactured without a rivet that secures the pretensioner quick connector and wire plate. Recall documentation states that seat belt pretensioner assemblies that are missing the rivet will not properly restrain the occupant in the event of a collision, increasing the risk of injury.Subject defective seat belt assemblies are installed as original equipment for both the driver and front passenger positions for the HR-V, but only for the driver position for the Accord and Accord Hybrid. The recall remedy for 23V‑782 instructs the technician to inspect both front seat belt pretensioner assemblies and, if necessary, replace them. The inspection procedure requires the technician to utilize a pull force gauge to determine whether the subject component is missing the subject rivet and requires replacement. Parts requiring replacement are determined by whether the pretensioner quick connector separates from the pretensioner assembly while the technician is pulling on the seat belt. If no separation occurs, then the part is determined to be not defective and not require replacement. There have been no reports alleging a failure of seat belt pretensioner assemblies after the inspect and replace remedy for recall 23V‑782 was performed. Additionally, no comparable failures have been observed in field data for similar vehicles outside of the scope of the recall. As of the 4th quarter of 2024, the recall completion rate is at approximately 84% of the total recalled population. In view of the lack of failures after the remedy for recall 23V‑782 was performed, and the lack of failures in similar vehicles outside of the scope of the recall, ODI is closing this Recall Query (RQ). The Agency reserves the right to take additional action if warranted by future circumstances.

RQ24006

Technical service bulletins for the 2023 Honda HR-V 26

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 26 bulletins for the 2023 Honda HR-V

2023 Honda HR-V fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.0L 4‑cylFWD263228
2.0L 4‑cylAWD253027

What 2023 Honda HR-V owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 7, 2026 · Steering · MS

While Driving at highway speeds and taking curves on roads at 40mph, The steering wheel developed a persistent physical "sticking" and "notchy" sensation when trying to make minor lane adjustments. Overcoming this physical catch requires sudden, increased manual effort, which creates an Immediate Risk of over correcting the vehicle at high speeds. There was no warning lamps or dashboard messages. The steering component is still installed in the vehicle for inspection. This issue matches Known mechanical defect under the federal safety agency Recall campaign Number 24V‑744 For the 2023 Honda Steering gearbox assembly.

Filed Oct 27, 2026 · NC

I was driving down the road. The back window busted for no reason. I called honda and other places. They said the window had already been replaced under the recall... I believe. So it is up to me to pay.

Filed Oct 9, 2026 · Tires · 37,000 miles · VA

The contact owns a 2023 Honda HR-V equipped with Firestone Tires, Tire Line: Destination LE3, Tire Size: 225/55/R18, DOT Number: 17X5LDLE3. The contact stated that all four tires were inflated for several days before the rear passenger’s side tire had a blowout. While driving 70 MPH, the TPMS warning light illuminated. The rear passenger’s side tire subsequently experienced a blowout. The contact replaced the tire with a spare tire and took the vehicle to a tire retailer, where a new rear passenger’s side tire was installed. The tire retailer informed the contact that the TPMS warning light was due to the temperature. However, the TPMS warning light remained illuminated, and all four tires required to be inflated every 2–3 weeks. An independent mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The tires were the original equipment. The failure mileage was 37,000.

Filed Sep 16, 2026 · Steering · NC

The steering started sticking on sept. 1st. I was driving on croatan highway in obx nc I was surprised because it never did that before. My son in law is. Honda certified mechanic. He said it was sticking. But he could not fix it because Honda needed to fix it. I took it to Honda in va. For my oil and filter change and to check steering. The mechanic said it was sticking. And filmed the inspection. There was a recall Nov. 2024 on the steering. I took it in on Jan. 18 2024 I am sending info.

Filed Aug 27, 2026 · Fuel system · TX

Fuel pump not holding enough pressure causing issues with car starting. No warning lights were displayed. Dealership checked and confirmed and replaced defective parts

Filed Aug 23, 2026 · PA

In April, I returned to my vehicle in my employer’s parking lot in Cranberry Township, PA and found the rear window completely shattered, with glass both inside and outside the vehicle. I immediately contacted my Honda service center and was told there were no reported issues or recalls. Because the vehicle was unsafe to drive, I contacted my insurance company to arrange the repair. My employer reviewed the security footage and confirmed that no one approached the vehicle between the time I arrived and the damage was discovered. Once it was determined that there was no vandalism, accident, or outside cause, I contacted Honda Customer Service. I was then told that Honda was aware of a safety issue involving the rear window, that Honda would cover the replacement cost, and that I should submit a reimbursement claim. I submitted the AutoGlass Now receipt for $441.76 and my credit card statement. I paid a $100 deductible, and State Farm paid the remaining balance. Neither State Farm nor I should bear costs resulting from Honda’s acknowledged rear window issue. I requested that Honda promptly reimburse my $100 deductible and reimburse State Farm. It is a battle. The incident created a major safety concern. I am grateful it occurred while the vehicle was parked rather than on a major highway with family members inside, where sudden rear window failure could have posed a serious hazard. Still, I was left after work with an unsafe vehicle 40 minutes from home, had to cover the rear window in case of rain, arrange for my sister to pick me up, and wait several days for the repair to be completed. It is most disturbing that this issue was already known and could have been fixed before this catastrophic failure. Something should be done about this before lives are lost. Also, when reaching out to the Honda service center, they don't acknowledge the issue and direct you to your insurance company so that Honda is not responsible for the full cost of the repair.

Filed Aug 19, 2026 · Steering · 23,000 miles · MN

The contact owns a 2023 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. Additionally, the steering wheel was sticking and was firm. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with steering rack failure. The contact was informed that the steering rack needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure was a known failure with similar vehicles. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not associated with a recall related to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 23,000.

Filed Aug 15, 2026 · Seats · NJ

My driver's seat when I raise the height lowers in 1 week whereby I cannot safely drive the car because the seat is to low and cannot see above the dashboard.

Filed Jul 13, 2026 · Visibility · NJ

Rear windshield exploded

Filed Jun 22, 2026 · Seat belts · CA

I got a "supplemental restraint problem. See your dealer." message on my car's dashboard. My car is available for inspection upon request. The air bags may not deploy in a crash, and this poses a critical safety problem. I haven't taken it to a dealer or independent center yet. It hasn't been inspected by anyone yet. There weren't any lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear.

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Questions about the 2023 Honda HR-V

Is the 2023 Honda HR-V reliable?

Owners have filed 689 complaints about the 2023 Honda HR-V, 4.3 times a typical HR-V model year. It is one of the years we flag to avoid.

What is the most common problem with the 2023 Honda HR-V?

Windows, wipers and visibility, with 397 complaints, typically around 13,000 miles. Next is steering (79).

How many recalls does the 2023 Honda HR-V have?

3 recalls, covering steering, fuel system, gasoline and seat belts.

What year does the Honda HR-V have the most visibility problems?

The Honda HR-V model years with the most visibility complaints are 2023 (397 complaints) and 2024 (14 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2023 Honda HR-V get?

Official estimates for the 2023 Honda HR-V range from 27 to 28 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.0L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 26 city and 32 highway.

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