NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In Safety Record
The 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In lacks a federal safety rating; NHTSA has not crash-tested this model, and thus no star ratings are available. This absence of data means we cannot assign a Safety Index score. The vehicle's recall and complaint record is notably light, showing zero open recall campaigns and only six owner-reported complaints. One complaint did involve a crash. While this limited information does not raise immediate alarms, it cannot serve as a substitute for comprehensive crash-test data.
The 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recall campaigns on file, and falls 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 | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 6 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In?
The 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In has not been rated for crashworthiness by NHTSA; no frontal, side, or rollover tests have been conducted for this model year. This makes direct comparisons to other vehicles in its class difficult for consumers focused on safety performance. The Clarity Plug-In's safety profile is further defined by a complete absence of recalls, a notable achievement. However, a small volume of six unverified owner complaints points to potential issues. Two specific areas of concern emerge from these complaints: driver-assistance systems, particularly Forward Collision Avoidance and Lane Departure, and the vehicle's powertrain. Given the vehicle's reliance on advanced driver-assistance features, the concentration of complaints in this area, alongside mentions of Vehicle Speed Control, the engine, and the electrical system, suggests a pattern of active safety and powertrain concerns despite the lack of official recall actions. One reported crash in the complaint data remains unlinked to any recall.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In have any recalls?
The 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no components flagged, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive orders associated with this model year at this time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In?
Six complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In. The most frequently cited components in these unverified consumer allegations are Forward Collision Avoidance, Lane Departure, Vehicle Speed Control, the Engine, and the Electrical System, each appearing in two reports. One of the six alleged complaints involved a crash.
6 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In?
Before purchasing a used 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In, run the vehicle's VIN through the free recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm no open recalls have been issued after this record was compiled. A clean lookup today does not guarantee a recall will not be issued later.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index exist for this specific model year.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2020 Clarity Plug-In, placing it in the Light burden band alongside its low complaint volume.
- Two of the six unverified complaints each cite Forward Collision Avoidance and Lane Departure, pointing to a pattern of alleged driver-assistance system concerns specific to this model year's report record.
- One of the six reported complaints for this model year involved a crash, though that allegation remains unverified and has not triggered a recall action.
FAQ2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In safety questions
Was the 2020 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 0 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 6 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda Clarity Plug-In 2020.
- 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.