2013 Honda Fit Reliability ReportB+ grade · low risk · system-by-system breakdown
Quick Facts · 2013 Honda Fit
- The system most likely to surface first: air conditioning system (moderate severity).
- Has 10 NHTSA recalls on record — the most notable involves the air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module.
- Outscores the 2015 Honda Fit by 10 points — one of the stronger nearby years to consider.
Is the 2013 Honda Fit Worth Buying?
The 2013 Honda Fit stands as one of the most reliable and practical subcompacts you can own, offering exceptional longevity and minimal major mechanical headaches. While some minor electrical and suspension issues may arise, diligent maintenance and a thorough pre-purchase inspection can secure a remarkably trouble-free ownership experience. This vehicle is a smart choice for budget-conscious buyers seeking reliable daily transportation.
Biggest Strengths
- Extremely durable L15A7 engine
- Robust 5-speed automatic and manual transmissions
- Excellent fuel economy and cargo versatility
What Tends to Fail First on the 2013 Honda Fit
The systems that break first on the 2013 Honda Fit. Mileage windows, repair costs, and fix-before-you-buy notes are in the full report.
2013 Honda Fit Recall History
10 recalls on record from NHTSA. Check your VIN atnhtsa.gov to see if the repair was performed.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Insight and Acura TSX and TSX Wagon, 2014-2015 Honda Crosstour and Pilot vehicles nationwide, as well as certain 2014 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Texas, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, California, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Honda is also recalling certain 2011-2013 Acura TSX, TSX Wagon and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Insight, Fit and Pilot vehicles, 2011-2012 Honda Accord and 2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Lastly, Honda is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura TSX and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Fit, Insight and Pilot, 2011-2013 TSX Wagon, 2010-2012 Honda Accord and 2010-2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2012 Honda Accord and Pilot, 2010 Accord Crosstour, 2001-2011 Civic, 2002-2011 CR-V, 2003-2004, 2006-2008 and 2011 Element, 2007 and 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2012 Insight, 2002-2004 Odyssey, and 2012 Ridgeline vehicles. The front passenger air bag may have been installed incorrectly during replacement.
What breaks on the 2013 Honda Fit?
Full reliability breakdown — engine, transmission, rust, electrical. With repair costs and mileage danger zones.
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