VTC actuator cold-start rattling, recurs after replacement
TSB exists but the defect is not recalled
Check engine light: On
Variable valve timing control (VTC) actuator cold-start rattling/grinding recurs even after replacement, with potential timing chain damage and catastrophic engine failure. Honda Service Bulletin 16-012 exists but the defect is not recalled — this is the single most prevalent defect for this sampled year.
$2,15588,000 mi
The Honda Fit shows the identical pattern: an acknowledged defect covered by a service bulletin rather than a recall.
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Engine replaced due to excessive oil consumption
Excessive oil consumption leading to engine replacement
Check engine light: On
One vehicle's engine was replaced due to excessive oil consumption.
$4,500136,000 mi
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Transmission shuddering/juddering at 20-40 mph
VINs excluded from a partial recall
Check engine light: On
Transmission shuddering/juddering at 20-40 mph acceleration affects hundreds of owners; recalls have been issued for some model years but not all VINs.
$5,00092,000 mi
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Rear control arm separates from the unibody frame
2013 models excluded from the 2007-2011 recall
Check engine light: On
Rear control arm separation from the unibody frame is a safety-critical suspension failure. Prior recalls exist for 2007-2011 models but NOT for 2013.
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Power steering failures at low speed
Intermittent locking and loss of control, no warning lights preceding failure
Check engine light: On
Power steering failures at low speed cause intermittent locking and loss of control, with no warning lights preceding the failure.
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Sudden uncontrolled acceleration, airbag non-deployment
Causes crashes
Check engine light: On
Sudden uncontrolled acceleration causes crashes, and airbags have failed to deploy during collisions.
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Air Conditioning Is Blowing Warm Air
The air conditioning is blowing warm air
Check engine light: Off
The air conditioning is blowing warm air. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 1,095 owner reports on file.
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Door Lock May Be Sticky and Not Work Due to Worn Door Lock Tumblers
The door lock may be sticky and not work due to worn door lock tumblers
Check engine light: Off
The door lock may be sticky and not work due to worn door lock tumblers. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 262 owner reports on file.
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Groaning Noise on Turns Due to Differential Fluid Breakdown
A groaning noise occurs on turns due to differential fluid breakdown
Check engine light: Off
A groaning noise occurs on turns due to differential fluid breakdown. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 173 owner reports on file.
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Harsh shift from first to second gear
A harsh shift occurs from first to second gear in the automatic transmission
Check engine light: Off
A harsh shift occurs from first to second gear in the automatic transmission. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 166 owner reports on file.
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Wipers Won't Park Due to Windshield Wiper Motor Failure
The wipers won't park due to windshield wiper motor failure
Check engine light: Off
The wipers won't park due to windshield wiper motor failure. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 144 owner reports on file.
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Warped Front Brake Rotors May Cause Vibration When Braking
Warped front brake rotors may cause vibration when braking
Check engine light: Off
Warped front brake rotors may cause vibration when braking. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 142 owner reports on file.
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Tailgate Light on Dash May Flicker
The tailgate light on the dash may flicker
Check engine light: Off
The tailgate light on the dash may flicker. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 103 owner reports on file.
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Water Leaking From the Base of the Windshield
Water leaks from the base of the windshield
Check engine light: Off
Water leaks from the base of the windshield. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 87 owner reports on file.
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Check Engine Light on Due to Binding Fuel Cap
The check engine light comes on due to a binding fuel cap
Check engine light: On
The check engine light comes on due to a binding fuel cap. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 85 owner reports on file.
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Engine Valves May Fail Prematurely and Cause Engine Problems
The engine valves may fail prematurely and cause engine problems
Check engine light: Off
The engine valves may fail prematurely and cause engine problems. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 73 owner reports on file.
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Check Engine Light Due to Sticking Intake Manifold Runner Solenoid
The check engine light comes on due to a sticking intake manifold runner solenoid
Check engine light: On
The check engine light comes on due to a sticking intake manifold runner solenoid. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 53 owner reports on file.
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Grinding Noise From Rear Disc Brakes Due to Corrosion of the Caliper Bracket
A grinding noise comes from the rear disc brakes due to corrosion of the caliper bracket
Check engine light: Off
A grinding noise comes from the rear disc brakes due to corrosion of the caliper bracket. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 40 owner reports on file.
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Rear Trailing Arm Bushings Crack/Break and Need Replacement
The rear trailing arm bushings crack or break and need replacement
Check engine light: Off
The rear trailing arm bushings crack or break and need replacement. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 35 owner reports on file.
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Noise From Water Pump Bearing
A noise comes from the water pump bearing
Check engine light: Off
A noise comes from the water pump bearing. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 35 owner reports on file.
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Check Engine Light Due to Faulty Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor
The check engine light comes on due to a faulty fuel tank pressure sensor
Check engine light: On
The check engine light comes on due to a faulty fuel tank pressure sensor. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 34 owner reports on file.
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A variable valve timing control (VTC) actuator defect causes cold-start rattling/grinding, with failures recurring even after replacement — the most common problem in the year sampled. The same VTC actuator defect, covered by a service bulletin rather than a recall, is also reported on the Honda Fit. Separately, rear control arms can separate from the unibody frame after rust damage. 2013 models were left out of the 2007-2011 recall covering the identical defect.