NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Safety Record
The 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
For the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell, NHTSA has published no crash-test ratings. The absence of data in this category means the model has neither a computed Safety Index score nor an overall star rating. Its federal record shows one recall campaign and zero owner complaints logged with NHTSA. This limited data does not allow for a conclusion on crash performance.
The 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one federal recall campaign involving rear seat belts, and is classified in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell?
The 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell has no crash-test data published by NHTSA. Neither the model year nor any adjacent year has received federal crash testing. There are zero owner complaints on record for this vehicle with the agency. A single recall campaign has been issued for the 2019 Clarity Fuel Cell, addressing the rear seat belts. Owners should verify that this recall has been completed.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell have any recalls?
The 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell is covered by one recall, affecting rear seat belts. Honda recalled certain 2019 Clarity Fuel Cell, Clarity Electric, and Clarity Plug-in Hybrid vehicles due to a rear seat belt concern. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the data provided for this campaign. Owners should verify repair status through the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov.
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER20V326000
Risk: In the event of a crash, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seat belt assembly production dates, and replace the assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is Z7L.
Reported 2020-06-04
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell?
NHTSA records zero owner complaints for the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell. No components, no crash allegations, no fire allegations, no reported injuries, and no reported deaths appear in the federal complaint database for this model year. The absence of complaints reflects what has been submitted to NHTSA, not a comprehensive safety verdict.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell?
Before purchasing a used 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell, run the specific VIN through the free recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm whether the rear seat belt recall has been remedied. An unrepaired recall transfers with the vehicle regardless of ownership history.
- NHTSA did not crash-test the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- One recall covers the 2019 Clarity Fuel Cell, targeting rear seat belts; owners should verify repair completion using the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov.
- Zero owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for this model year, meaning no unverified allegations of crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths appear in the federal database.
- No tested sibling years of the Clarity Fuel Cell appear in the federal record, so there is no adjacent NHTSA crash-test data from this nameplate to use as a reference point.
FAQ2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell safety questions
Was the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda Clarity Fuel Cell 2019.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.