2015 Honda Fit engine problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Jul 15, 202642,000 miNYElectrical SystemEngine

   The contact owns a 2015 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the "Check Charging System" warning light illuminated. Additionally, the engine start button intermittently failed to start the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was initially diagnosed with battery failure. However, the failure persisted after the battery was replaced. A diagnostic scan retrieved 6 Diagnostic Trouble Codes stored in the computer.…

   NHTSA complaint #11750584 · source
2. Filed Jun 10, 2025NYEngine

   I am the owner of a Honda Fit, and I am reporting a persistent and worsening issue that began during the winter of 2024. The vehicle produces a rattling noise during cold start-ups, which has become increasingly loud and frequent over time. This vehicle has only 89,646 miles, which is considered relatively low mileage for a modern engine to begin exhibiting such symptoms. This suggests that the issue is not due to normal wear and tear, but rather a premature mechanical…

   NHTSA complaint #11666085 · source
3. Filed Feb 13, 2025FLElectrical SystemEngine

   My Honda Fit was purchased new in Portland, Oregon. I am the original owner. I began having issues that are documented after moving to Florida, and took the car to Honda in Palm Bay. The issues were grinding noise at the first start of the day, or after sitting for several hours and then restarted. The noise is noticed upon start in am or 1st start and is a grinding noise from the motor area. It sounds like a knock/grinding, like the motor is starting and has no oil in it.…

   NHTSA complaint #11642603 · source
4. Filed Nov 23, 2024FLElectrical SystemEngine

   recall notice for starter system, took in for repair, part in notice replaced but car now not starting again and had starter system lights on again. As per service records car has has the problems since 2016/17 while under warranty and recall repair done at Honda. The “ grinding” knock/tap noise from engine has never been repaired and until 7/2023 Honda was “ unable to diagnose” it. Westshore Honda- Tampa diagnosed it as “ VTC” ( which is inside the motor) and other folks…

   NHTSA complaint #11626989 · source
5. Filed Sep 14, 2024DCEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   VTC Actuator rattles at cold start. Dealer says may cause problem in the long run. Seems like manufacturing defect that Honda should fix

   NHTSA complaint #11614559 · source
6. Filed Mar 12, 2024MAEngine

   While driving. the engine failed. Loss of power, smoke. Would not start. Entire engine compartment covered with oil. Car towed to mechanic. Who said a hole had been blowout the size of a fist. Engine would have to be replaced.

   NHTSA complaint #11576903 · source
7. Filed Feb 13, 2024OREngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   P219alA code appears; supposed fuel injector issue after trying smaller fixes (MAF sensor, air filter) with no luck. Just purchased from local dealer a few weeks ago.

   NHTSA complaint #11571574 · source
8. Filed Apr 5, 2023108,000 miMNEngine

   The contact owns a 2015 Honda Fit. The contact stated while his daughter was driving 40 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, and there were abnormally loud sounds coming from the engine. The contact's daughter was able to drive to her residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an oil change; however, the mechanic diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the variable valve…

   NHTSA complaint #11515659 · source
9. Filed Jun 3, 2022FLElectrical SystemEngineOther / Unknown

   I purchased car, 2/2015 in Oregon, and began having issues once in Florida, at approx 10,000 miles. I took car to a Honda dealership. I needed service- oil change etc, however, the car was missing, as in the motor/ or emissions. The cold ambient temp light always came on, in Fl, but im not aware of issues it caused. Soon the car began having multiple things happening and I took the car into the same dealership( always) to have it inspected, as the Fit is still practically…

   NHTSA complaint #11467280 · source
10. Filed Sep 28, 2021CAEngine

    At start up (often after the car has sat a few hours), the engine rattles loudly for about 2 seconds. Honda Service Bulletin 16-088 acknowledges that this occurs because “The variable valve timing control (VTC) actuator is defective.” However, Honda refuses to fix this engine defect unless the car is under warranty. This defect should be repaired regardless of whether the car is under warranty because the defect could lead to catastrophic engine failure.

    NHTSA complaint #11434780 · source
11. Filed Jun 30, 2021WAEngine

    I took the car into the Honda dealer in Bellevue, WA for an oil change and a buyer's inspection with leak down test. The next day, I could hear a loud rattling noise when I started the car. I took it back to Honda and they say it is the VTC actuator, along with timing chain, serpentine belt and water pump, which they did NOT list as issues during the 1st appointment, which was supposed to be a total inspection of the car. Not sure if they missed it or caused the additional…

    NHTSA complaint #11423022 · source
12. Filed Mar 11, 202129,221 miGAEngine

    I bought honda fit 2015 on jan 11, 2015. Last year i got the problem with the engine start/stop button. The engine did not start when i pushed the button many times. On june 13, 2020, i brought my card to honda dealer. They said they have to replace the starter. I left the car at dealer and come back to pick up the same day. At dealer parking lot, i started my car and it did the same problem again. I came back inside the office and let the technician knew. So, i left my car…

    NHTSA complaint #11400408 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology