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2016 Honda

HR-V 2WD

Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L

Honda HR-V: best and worst years
2016 Honda HR-V 2WD (photo 1 of 2)

Closest available photo (2015 model year); you're viewing the 2016.

2015 photoJacek HalickiCC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
138
Power to weight
0.047 hp/lb
Axle ratio
4.71
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

Smog score
5/10
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 1C (4,001 to 5,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
No
Lane-departure warning
No
Recalls
2
Owner complaints
240 See on NHTSA
Reported injuries
11

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • POWER TRAIN23%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM18%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER14%
  • ENGINE7%
  • SERVICE BRAKES7%
  • STRUCTURE7%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 320 total.

Honda HR-V: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

90 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Feb 20, 2025POWER TRAINA21-047

    Service Bulletin - Due to the possibility of early deterioration of the Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) drive belt, American Honda is extending the warranty coverage on these CVT models to 7 years from the original date of purchase or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first.

  • Aug 25, 2022VISIBILITYA22080B

    Servicenews article - If you are inspecting an HR-V and notice oil residue on the A/C condenser, it's not always an indication that the condenser is leaking refrigerant. The source of oil residue can potentially come from other components.

  • Jul 11, 2022VISIBILITYATI&07112022902

    Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2016-2021 HR-V that exhibits a leak at the A/C Condenser. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

  • Jun 3, 2022EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONERATI&06032022901

    Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2016-2021 HR-VS that exhibit a leak at the A/C Condenser. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

  • May 25, 2022VISIBILITYATI&05252022901

    Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2016-2021 HR-V that exhibits a leak at the A/C Condenser. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

  • May 20, 2022VISIBILITYATI&05202022901

    Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2016-2021 HR-V that exhibits a leak at the A/C Condenser. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

  • May 16, 2022VISIBILITYATI&05162022901

    Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2016-2021 HR-V that exhibits a leak at the A/C Condenser. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

  • Apr 12, 2022FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEATI&04122022902

    Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2016-2021 HR-V AWDs with a customer complaint of inaccurate fuel gauge reading; less fuel remains in the fuel tank than indicated on the fuel gauge. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

  • and 82 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
3 yr / 36k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.cars.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.