NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2020 Honda Fit Safety Ratings
The 2020 Honda Fit scores 87 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 4 recalls, and 34 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2020 Honda Fit achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band, a commendable outcome for a subcompact vehicle. This robust index score is supported by an impressive set of NHTSA crash-test results, though four active recall campaigns warrant consideration.
The 2020 Honda Fit holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100 and a 5-star NHTSA overall crash-test rating, sourced from federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 105 Sedans from 2020 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2020 Honda Fit ranks 54 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 87 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 14.7% |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 34 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 54 of 105 Sedans tested for 2020 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Honda Fit?
The 2020 Honda Fit posted a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, a meaningful 7-point climb from the 2019 model's 80 out of 100, while both years share the Strong band. The gain is anchored in the crash-protection sub-score of 66 out of 70, reflecting the NHTSA 5-star overall result and the clean frontal and side scores. Where the 2020 year falls relative to its potential ceiling is the avoidance-tech sub-score of 6 out of 10, a direct consequence of forward collision warning and lane departure warning being optional rather than standard equipment. Buyers who did not select those packages at purchase are driving a 2020 Fit with a measurably thinner active-safety profile than one that was so equipped. The defect-record sub-score of 15.25 out of 20 reflects the four recall campaigns, two of which involve the air-bag occupant classification sensor, a component whose failure mode directly affects supplemental restraint performance in a crash. The rearview camera recalls are notable because one was issued as a corrective follow-up to a prior remedy, suggesting the initial fix required revision. Together these campaigns give the 2020 Fit a more complex used-market safety picture than the strong crash-test stars alone would suggest.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2020 Honda Fit perform in crash tests?
The 2020 Honda Fit achieves a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA, demonstrating strong performance in crash protection. It secured perfect 5-star scores in both frontal and side impact assessments. The only area where the Fit did not achieve the maximum score was in rollover resistance, earning 4 out of 5 stars with a measured rollover risk of 15 percent. The vehicle passed the dynamic tip test with a "No Tip" result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 15027
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Honda Fit have any recalls?
Four recall campaigns cover the 2020 Fit. Two address the front-passenger occupant classification sensor in the air-bag system, a safety-critical component that could affect air-bag deployment. Two separate campaigns target the rearview camera display function, including one issued as a follow-up to an earlier remedy. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data, but owners should verify remedy completion by VIN at NHTSA.
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
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER24V064000
Risk: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
Reported 2024-02-01
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Honda Fit?
NHTSA has logged 34 unverified owner allegations for the 2020 Fit. The most frequently reported components are the Electrical System, Forward Collision Avoidance system, and an Unknown or Other category, each cited 7 times, followed by Engine at 6 alleged reports. These are unverified consumer allegations, not confirmed defects.
34 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Honda Fit?
A used 2020 Honda Fit buyer should run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup before purchase. All four recall campaigns, including the air-bag sensor and rearview camera issues, may or may not have been completed on any individual vehicle. Confirm remedy status in writing before finalizing a transaction.
- The 2020 Fit's Safety Index rose 7 points over the 2019 model year, from 80 to 87 out of 100, driven primarily by its crash-protection sub-score of 66 out of 70.
- Two of the four recall campaigns specifically target the front-passenger air-bag occupant classification sensor, a component that directly governs supplemental restraint deployment in a frontal crash.
- Forward collision warning and lane departure warning were optional, not standard, on the 2020 Fit, meaning the avoidance-tech sub-score of 6 out of 10 applies only to vehicles that were optioned with those systems.
- One of the two rearview camera recall campaigns was issued as a follow-up correction to an earlier recall remedy, so VIN-level verification of both campaigns is essential for any used example.
RANKINGSWhere the 2020 Honda Fit places
The 2020 Honda Fit qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2020 Honda Fit safety questions
Was the 2020 Honda Fit crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2020 Honda Fit, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 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 2020 Honda Fit crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2020 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 2020 Honda Fit have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Honda Fit. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Honda Fit?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 34 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Honda Fit. 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.
Other Fit years
Rivals in Sedan (2020)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Acura RLX | 99/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2020 Acura RLX Sport | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2020 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Infiniti Q50 | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Mazda Mazda3 | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2020 Nissan Maxima | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 15027), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda Fit 2020.
- 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 54 of 105 in the Sedan class for 2020.
- 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.