NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Honda Fit Safety Ratings
The 2019 Honda Fit scores 80 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 6 recalls, and 132 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Honda Fit achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 80/100, marking it as a strong performer within its class. Its crash-test results from NHTSA are largely excellent, yet the vehicle's safety profile is tempered by six recall campaigns and a modest score in avoidance technology, factors that warrant consideration for any prospective owner.
The 2019 Honda Fit received a 5-out-of-5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 80 out of 100, based on NHTSA crash, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 119 Sedans from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Honda Fit ranks 80 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 80 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 14.7% |
| Recalls on file | 6 |
| Owner complaints | 132 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 80 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Honda Fit?
The 2019 Honda Fit posts a Safety Index of 80 out of 100 in the Strong band. No prior-year Index is on file, so a year-over-year comparison cannot be drawn, but the score itself tells a clear story: crash protection is the engine of this rating, contributing 66 of a possible 70 points, a near-maximum haul that reflects those 5-star frontal and side results. Where the 2019 model gives ground is avoidance technology, scoring only 6 out of 10 because forward collision warning and lane departure warning are optional rather than standard, leaving buyers of base trims without those features unless specifically equipped. The defect record component contributes 8 out of 20, a below-midpoint result driven by the six recall campaigns. Two of those campaigns specifically target the rearview camera display on 2018-2020 Fit vehicles, meaning this exact model year is named twice in back-over-prevention actions. The fuel pump recalls span enormous multi-model pools but still attach to this vehicle's record. For a 7-year-old compact, the crash-protection score is a genuine strength; the recall accumulation and the optional-only status of key avoidance tech are the honest counterweights.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Honda Fit perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Honda Fit achieved a 5 out of 5 star overall safety rating from NHTSA, demonstrating strong performance in crash protection. This included perfect 5-star scores for both frontal and side impact scenarios. Rollover resistance, while still respectable, stood as a relative weakness in the assessment, earning 4 out of 5 stars with a measured rollover risk of 15 percent. The dynamic tip test, however, yielded a "No Tip" result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13013
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Honda Fit have any recalls?
Six recall campaigns cover the 2019 Fit. Components flagged include the front-passenger occupant classification sensor for air bags, the rearview camera display function (addressed by two separate campaigns), and the fuel pump across two broad multi-model actions. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is indicated in the data provided, but buyers should verify remedy status by VIN on the NHTSA website.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER26V332000
Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involve
Reported 2026-05-21
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION24V384000
Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2024. Owners may contact Honda service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are TIQ and DIR. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V-046 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Reported 2024-05-31
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
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION23V046000
Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is 6DW. This recall has been superseded by NHTSA recall number 24V-384. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V-046 will need to have the new remedy completed under recall 24V-38
Reported 2023-02-02
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP21V215000
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
Reported 2021-03-25
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP20V314000
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Reported 2020-05-28
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Honda Fit?
Owners have filed 132 unverified allegations with NHTSA. The most frequently reported components are the Electrical System (46 alleged reports) and the Fuel/Propulsion System (39 alleged reports), followed by Engine and Fuel System concerns. Nine alleged crashes and three alleged injuries are included in these unverified figures.
132 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Honda Fit?
Shoppers considering a used 2019 Honda Fit should verify recall compliance; this model year has six open or historical recall campaigns. Two of these address rearview camera issues, and another two relate to the fuel pump. Confirming remedy completion by a Honda dealer before purchase is essential.
- The 2019 Honda Fit is named in two separate NHTSA back-over-prevention recall campaigns targeting the rearview camera display, making this a model-year-specific safety item that used buyers must verify as remedied by VIN.
- Forward collision warning and lane departure warning are listed as optional on the 2019 Fit, not standard, which directly reduces the avoidance-tech component of the Safety Index to 6 out of 10 and means many in-market units may lack these features entirely.
- The Electrical System is the single most-alleged complaint category for this model year, with 46 unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, more than any other component including the Fuel/Propulsion System at 39 alleged reports.
- Despite six total recall campaigns on record, the 2019 Fit's crash-protection sub-score of 66 out of 70 reflects near-maximum performance in NHTSA frontal and side testing, making the crash-test record the strongest element of its safety profile.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Honda Fit places
The 2019 Honda Fit qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Honda Fit safety questions
Was the 2019 Honda Fit crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Honda Fit, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 80 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Honda Fit crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Honda Fit earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 14.7%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Honda Fit have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 6 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Honda Fit. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Honda Fit?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 132 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Honda Fit. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Fit years
Rivals in Sedan (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Acura RLX Sport | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi Rs5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S4 | 98/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S 60d | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 13013), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda Fit 2019.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 80 of 119 in the Sedan class for 2019.
- 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.