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2008 Honda

Fit

Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L

Honda Fit: best and worst years
2008 Honda Fit (photo 1 of 2)

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Overview

Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Power to weight
0.043 hp/lb
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 1B (3,001 to 4,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Recalls
8
Owner complaints
217 See on NHTSA
Reported injuries
28

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • AIR BAGS20%
  • STRUCTURE15%
  • POWER TRAIN9%
  • ENGINE8%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM6%
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING6%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 280 total.

Honda Fit: best and worst years

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Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice.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.