2017 Honda Fit: problems, recalls and what it’s worth
Nothing major in the public record for this year and model.
Ask for the VIN and check it, then get a pre-purchase inspection.
Known problems on the 2017 Honda Fit
No generation-wide weak spot is flagged in GarageIntel’s research for this year and model. A specific car can still have its own problems, so get it inspected.
2017 Honda Fit recalls
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2017 Honda Fit.
2017 Honda Fit safety investigations and free repairs
No open safety investigations.
Free repairs to ask about (warranty extensions):
- Engine: American Honda is extending the warranty coverage of the engine start/stop switch to 9 years from the original date of purchase or 125,000 miles, whichever comes first.
- Paint: The exterior paint on the vehicle may peel off.
A dealer for the brand can check these by VIN.
Source: NHTSA, Sep 24, 2026.
2017 Honda Fit safety and fuel
From NHTSA’s crash tests and the EPA’s fueleconomy.gov.
What owners complain about
42 complaints filed with NHTSA for this year and model, about average.
Share of complaints that mention each area. One complaint can mention several.
Other Honda Fit years
Printable inspection checklist · Out-the-door price calculator