NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Honda Clarity Plug-In Safety Record
The 2019 Honda Clarity Plug-In has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 41 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 Honda Clarity Plug-In has not undergone federal crash testing, leaving it without an official NHTSA star rating or a computed Safety Index. The vehicle's recall burden band is classified as Light, with two recalls issued. Owner complaints stand at 41, none of which specify fires, injuries, or fatalities. This data set, while providing some insight into post-sale issues, offers no direct assessment of crashworthiness.
The 2019 Honda Clarity Plug-In was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Light recall and complaint burden band, and is subject to two federal recall campaigns according to NHTSA federal safety 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 | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 41 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Honda Clarity Plug-In?
The 2019 Honda Clarity Plug-In lacks a full crash-test rating from NHTSA, an uncommon omission for a mainstream model year. Crucial safety performance metrics, such as frontal impact, side impact, and rollover resistance, are therefore unavailable for public assessment. This model is in the Light burden band for recalls and complaints. Two recalls have been issued: one addresses a fuel pump issue across numerous Honda models, and the other specifically targets seat belt functionality in 2019 Clarity variants. A total of 41 owner complaints are on file, primarily concerning the engine and speed control systems. One complaint cited a crash, but none reported fire, injury, or death. Without a complete crash-test record, a comprehensive safety evaluation of the 2019 Honda Clarity Plug-In remains incomplete.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Honda Clarity Plug-In have any recalls?
The 2019 Clarity Plug-In is covered by two federal recall campaigns. The first addresses the fuel system, specifically gasoline delivery and the fuel pump, as part of a broad Honda action spanning multiple models and years. The second targets rear seat belts and applies directly to 2019 Clarity Fuel Cell, Clarity Electric, and Clarity Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. Neither recall carries a published park-outside or do-not-drive advisory in the data provided, but shoppers should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP23V858000
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Reported 2023-12-18
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 Plug-In?
NHTSA has logged 41 unverified owner complaints against the 2019 Clarity Plug-In. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Engine with 10 reports, Vehicle Speed Control with 9, Electrical System with 7, and Fuel or Propulsion System components accounting for 12 reports across two overlapping categories. All figures represent unverified consumer allegations, not confirmed defects.
41 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Honda Clarity Plug-In?
Before purchasing a specific 2019 Clarity Plug-In, run the VIN through nhtsa.gov to confirm whether either open recall has been remedied on that unit. An unrepaired recall on a used vehicle transfers with ownership and remains the buyer's responsibility to resolve.
- The 2019 Clarity Plug-In has no NHTSA crash-test score, no star ratings, and no Safety Index, because NHTSA did not test this model year.
- A seat-belt recall issued in 2020 applies specifically to 2019 Clarity Plug-In Hybrid vehicles and should be verified as repaired on any individual unit via the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov.
- Of the 41 unverified complaints on file, 19 allege problems with the engine or fuel and propulsion systems, a concentration worth noting given the plug-in hybrid architecture of this specific model year.
- No NHTSA-tested Clarity Plug-In sibling years exist in the data the Safety Desk covers, so there is no adjacent crash result that can serve as a proxy for this 2019 vehicle.
FAQ2019 Honda Clarity Plug-In safety questions
Was the 2019 Honda Clarity Plug-In 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 2 recalls and 41 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Honda Clarity Plug-In have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Honda Clarity Plug-In. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Honda Clarity Plug-In?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 41 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Honda Clarity Plug-In. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda Clarity Plug-In 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.