NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Honda HR-V Safety Ratings
The 2022 Honda HR-V scores 78 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 3 recalls, and 78 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
A 78 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index places the 2022 Honda HR-V squarely in the Average band. This rating is largely supported by its strong crash-test performance. However, the presence of three recall campaigns and a modest score in avoidance technology categories prevent it from achieving a higher safety ranking. The available data presents the 2022 HR-V as a reasonable choice in terms of safety, with no critical advisories suggesting it should not be driven.
The 2022 Honda HR-V holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 78/100 and an NHTSA overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars, sourced from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 135 SUVs from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Honda HR-V ranks 113 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 78 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 13.5% |
| Recalls on file | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 78 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 113 of 135 SUVs tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Honda HR-V?
The 2022 Honda HR-V's safety profile is defined by genuinely strong crash-test performance, offset by optional-only active-safety features and a three-recall defect record. On the ratings NHTSA published, crash protection is a clear strength, contributing 61 of a possible 70 points to its overall score. This aligns with the 5-star overall and 5-star side ratings from federal testing. The model year's Safety Index of 78 out of 100 places it in the Average band, a one-point slip from the 2021 model's 79 out of 100. This decline is largely attributable to the vehicle's avoidance technology score, which contributed only 6 out of 10 points. Both forward collision warning and lane departure warning are optional, not standard equipment for this model year. The defect record sub-score of 11 out of 20 reflects the weight of three active recall campaigns. Two of these campaigns are tied to rearview camera display failures. One camera recall is particularly notable as it is explicitly a follow-up to a prior incomplete fix, indicating that some 2022 HR-V units may have undergone an earlier repair that did not fully resolve the issue. A third recall covers a front-passenger airbag sensor. The 78 reported complaints, including 10 alleged crash-related events and 8 alleged injuries, add additional context to the defect record.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Honda HR-V perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Honda HR-V achieved an overall 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA, anchored by a flawless 5-star rating in side-impact crash tests. Frontal collision protection and rollover resistance each earned 4 out of 5 stars. The rollover risk is assessed at 14 percent, with dynamic tip testing confirming a No Tip result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16038
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Honda HR-V have any recalls?
Three recall campaigns cover the 2022 HR-V. Two address a rearview camera display failure that may prevent the image from appearing during backing, one of which is a follow-up to an earlier incomplete remedy. A third targets the front-passenger occupant classification sensor in the airbag system, which could affect airbag deployment. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data.
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 2022 Honda HR-V?
Owners have filed 78 unverified complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System (25 reports), Engine (17), and Power Train (15). Service Brakes and Vehicle Speed Control each appear in 12 to 14 alleged reports. All complaints are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
78 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Honda HR-V?
The 2022 HR-V has not yet closed its recall history. All three campaigns issued for the 2022 HR-V are potentially still open, and prospective owners should verify remedy completion on any specific vehicle's VIN before purchase. Of particular note is the rearview camera recall; owners should confirm that this critical safety feature has been properly addressed by a dealership.
- The 2022 HR-V carries three active NHTSA recall campaigns, two of which address rearview camera display failures including one follow-up to a previously incomplete remedy, making VIN-specific recall verification essential for this model year.
- NHTSA awarded the 2022 HR-V a 5-star overall and a 5-star side-crash rating, with frontal and rollover each at 4 stars and a rollover risk of 14 percent with a No Tip dynamic result.
- Forward collision warning and lane departure warning are listed as optional on the 2022 HR-V, not standard, which holds the avoidance-tech sub-score to 6 out of 10 and contributes to the one-point Index decline versus the 2021 model.
- The 78 unverified NHTSA complaints for this model year include alleged Electrical System issues as the top category with 25 reports, followed by Engine and Power Train concerns, none of which are confirmed findings.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Honda HR-V places
The 2022 Honda HR-V qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Honda HR-V safety questions
Was the 2022 Honda HR-V crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Honda HR-V, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 78 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Honda HR-V crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Honda HR-V earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 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 13.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Honda HR-V have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Honda HR-V. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Honda HR-V?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 78 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Honda HR-V. 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.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Tesla Model Y 5-Seat | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Qx55 | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2022 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2022 Buick Envision | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2022 Nissan Murano | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Buick Enclave | 94/100 | 4 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16038), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda HR-V 2022.
- 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 113 of 135 in the SUV class for 2022.
- 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.