Model year guide

2016 Honda fit

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Honda fit is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 18 on record.

2016 Honda fit — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2016 Honda fit at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints116
Combined34 mpg
Typical price$11,652

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2016 Honda fit recalls 1

Structure NHTSA Campaign #15V697000 · 23/10/2015

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Fit LX-trim vehicles manufactured April 11, 2014, to July 02, 2015 and not equipped with a sunroof. In the affected vehicles, the rear grab handle brackets were not manufactured properly, and as a result, the brackets may puncture the side curtain air bags upon their deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehi…

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear grab handle bracket, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JV8.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2016 Honda fit common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 116 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

2016 Honda fit MPG & running costs

Combined34 mpg
City31 mpg
Highway38 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,800

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2016 Honda fit worth?

Low
$9,995
Typical price
$11,652
High
$14,499

From 16 comparable 2016 Honda fit listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Honda fit costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$9,000
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,500
Total$11,500
Per mile$0.15

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($11,652) with the same model 5 model-years older ($9,141), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 Honda fit trims & engines on record

Trims
EX · LX
Engines
1.5L 4-cyl 130 hp

2016 Honda fit vehicles on record

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2016 Honda fit — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Honda fit have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 Honda fit. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Honda fit?

Based on 116 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, tires, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Honda fit get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Honda fit at about 34 mpg combined (31 city / 38 highway).

How much is a 2016 Honda fit worth?

Comparable 2016 Honda fit listings run roughly $9,995–$14,499, typically around $11,652 (from 16 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.