How many brake complaints does the 2016 Honda HR-V have?

NHTSA lists 26 brake-related complaints for the 2016 Honda HR-V, which is 11% of the 239 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2016 Honda HR-V?

Yes. Recall 18V777000, reported in November 2018, covers rear brake caliper pistons on 2016 Honda HR-V vehicles among other models. Dealers bleed the brakes free of charge as the remedy.

Did the 2016 HR-V brake problems cause crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data tied to these brake complaints shows 6 crashes and 4 injuries reported.

At what mileage do 2016 HR-V brake problems usually occur?

The median mileage at failure across reported brake complaints is 49,005.5 miles.

2016 Honda HR-V Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 26 brake complaints for the 2016 Honda HR-V, 11% of that year's 239 total complaints, with 6 crashes and 4 injuries reported. A related recall (18V777000) covers rear brake caliper pistons on 2016 and other model-year HR-Vs.

Brakes complaints: 26; 11% of 239
Crashes reported: 6
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 4
Median mileage: 49,006 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Drivers report sudden brake failure or loss of stopping power at low speeds, sometimes leading to collisions with objects, walls, or other vehicles.
Owners describe having to pump the brake pedal hard to get any stopping effect, especially during hard stops or on wet roads.
Several complaints describe rear brake caliper problems, including caliper failure alongside failure of the electronic parking brake unit.
Some owners report the ABS, brake, and traction control warning lights illuminating together while the vehicle was stopped or in use.
One complaint describes the brakes engaging on their own without pedal input, accompanied by an automated voice message about the brakes.
A few reports mention brake failure occurring together with unintended acceleration.

When 2016 Honda HR-V brake complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 23, 2015, latest Jun 10, 2026.

26 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2015 to Jun 2026; peak Feb 2019 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2016 Honda HR-V

NHTSA 18V777000Nov 1, 2018Brakes64,785 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Acura MDX, 2017-2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda HR-V and Honda Odyssey, and 2016 Honda HR-V vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating, causing gas pockets to form, reducing brake performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: A reduction of braking performance increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners will be notified, and Honda or Acura dealers will bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C31 and L30.

Brakes complaints by HR-V model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201626 (11%)
201714 (11%)
201818 (12%)
201919 (8%)
20205 (6%)
20215 (8%)
202214 (16%)
20235 (1%)
202412 (11%)
20257 (16%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2016 Honda HR-V have?: NHTSA lists 26 brake-related complaints for the 2016 Honda HR-V, which is 11% of the 239 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2016 Honda HR-V?: Yes. Recall 18V777000, reported in November 2018, covers rear brake caliper pistons on 2016 Honda HR-V vehicles among other models. Dealers bleed the brakes free of charge as the remedy.
Did the 2016 HR-V brake problems cause crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data tied to these brake complaints shows 6 crashes and 4 injuries reported.
At what mileage do 2016 HR-V brake problems usually occur?: The median mileage at failure across reported brake complaints is 49,005.5 miles.