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Honda Insight Safety
NHTSA safety across every Honda Insight model year we cover.
Across the 4 model years of the Honda Insight we cover (2019 to 2022), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2022 at 97 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2019 at 86. 20 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Honda Insight is a compact hybrid sedan that ran from 2019 through 2022, targeting fuel-conscious commuters who want a practical, technology-forward alternative to the Civic or Corolla. Positioned squarely in the mainstream compact segment, the Insight blends hybrid efficiency with a conventional four-door silhouette, appealing to urban and suburban buyers who prioritize sensible, low-drama transportation.
The 2022 Honda Insight achieves an Exceptional 97 out of 100 on our NHTSA Safety Index. This score reflects a strong crash-test profile, with a clean sweep of 5 out of 5 stars in frontal, side, and rollover testing, as indicated by the best results across the 2019 to 2022 coverage window. The primary area of concern for this model is its recall record. Twenty recalls have been issued across four model years. For a vehicle with relatively lower production volumes, this number is significant. Prospective buyers must run a VIN check through NHTSA to ensure all open recalls have been addressed by a Honda dealer. Owner complaints total 178 across the covered years. These unverified filings include 15 alleged crashes and 11 reported injuries. No fires or fatalities were reported. While the overall volume of complaints is not alarming for a four-year period, the allegations of crashes and injuries warrant attention and underscore the importance of a thorough vehicle history review. The Insight demonstrates a genuine strength in crash protection, but the substantial number of recalls requires careful verification before acquisition.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Insight as a refined, comfortable compact hybrid that punches above its price point in interior quality and ride composure. Most praise its smooth hybrid powertrain and easy daily drivability. Some note that it lacks the sportier edge of segment rivals, but the overall consensus frames it as a sensible, well-rounded choice for practical-minded buyers.
- The 2022 Insight achieves a 97 out of 100 NHTSA Safety Index score, rated Exceptional, and the model consistently earns 5-star ratings across frontal, side, and rollover crash tests throughout the 2019 to 2022 span.
- Twenty recalls were issued across the four covered model years. Before buying any used Insight, run the VIN through the NHTSA recall database and confirm a Honda dealer has completed all outstanding remedy work.
- Owner complaints across 2019 to 2022 total 178, including 15 alleged crashes and 11 reported injuries. These are unverified allegations, but the crash-related filings are worth reviewing on NHTSA's complaint portal for your target model year.
- No owner-reported fires or fatalities appear in the NHTSA complaint data for this generation, which provides some reassurance, though shoppers should weigh complaint trends alongside the strong formal crash-test results when evaluating specific model years.
Most-recalled year on record: 2019 Honda Insight with 8 recalls.