Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid Problems by Year
Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid year: 2018, 2019. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2018 Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid: 137 complaints, 1 recall
- 2019 Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid: 42 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2020 Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 37 | 3 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 29 | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 29 | 2 | 1 |
| Power Train | 25 | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 23 | 3 | 7 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 20 | 3 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 20 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 16 | 4 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 15 | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 2 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid | 1 | 0 | — | Visibility/wiper | |
| 2020 Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid | 7 | 0 | — | Forward Collision Avoidance | |
| 2019 Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid | 42 | 2 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2018 Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid | 137 | 1 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2017 Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2018 (137), 2019 (42) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid?
Engine, with 37 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.