2018 HONDA CLARITY PLUG-IN HYBRID

181 complaints filed with NHTSA.

181
Complaints
11
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Injuries
0
Deaths

Complaints by Component

ComponentCount
ENGINE24
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM22
POWER TRAIN19
UNKNOWN OR OTHER18
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM15
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE15
SERVICE BRAKES10
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL10
EXTERIOR LIGHTING9
VISIBILITY/WIPER9
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS4
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING4
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING3
WHEELS2
SEAT BELTS2

Recalls (1)

23V85800018/12/2023

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, F

Recent Complaints

20260128ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Rear camera and Side camera and infotainment system all do not work. Screen does work because we get the welcome message when starting the car. We brought the car to the dealership and they told us that the screen needs to be replaced (Which appears to be working) at a cost of $5400 which they stated may not fix this issue. In addition we tried to get the fuel recall repaired but they told us they could not do it because there is too much fuel in the tank. - The tank holds a total of 8 gallon

20260128LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION

Rear camera and Side camera and infotainment system all do not work. Screen does work because we get the welcome message when starting the car. We brought the car to the dealership and they told us that the screen needs to be replaced (Which appears to be working) at a cost of $5400 which they stated may not fix this issue. In addition we tried to get the fuel recall repaired but they told us they could not do it because there is too much fuel in the tank. - The tank holds a total of 8 gallon

20251215ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The Day Time Running light on the left side of the car just stopped working. The DRL is not damage. I checked for impact marks.

20251215EXTERIOR LIGHTING

The Day Time Running light on the left side of the car just stopped working. The DRL is not damage. I checked for impact marks.

20250926CrashFireUNKNOWN OR OTHER

The Honda Clarity's evaporator core has proven to be a defective component requiring premature replacement, representing a significant design or manufacturing flaw. This evaporator failure appears to be a systemic issue affecting multiple Honda Clarity vehicles, as evidenced by [specific sources - owner forums, service bulletins, etc.]. The defect typically manifests as [specific symptoms you've experienced - loss of cooling, refrigerant leaks, etc.], often occurring well before the expected ser

20250531ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

There is an issue with the front, right turn signal light flickering uncontrollably. This flickering is occurring during the vehicle’s operation, posing a significant safety risk as the amber light is incorrectly signaling to other vehicles on the road. The flickering also occurs while the vehicle is parked and off—draining the battery. It has been occurring intermittently with my vehicle for over two years. This issue is widely reported online, with dozens of posts on websites and forums

20250531EXTERIOR LIGHTING

There is an issue with the front, right turn signal light flickering uncontrollably. This flickering is occurring during the vehicle’s operation, posing a significant safety risk as the amber light is incorrectly signaling to other vehicles on the road. The flickering also occurs while the vehicle is parked and off—draining the battery. It has been occurring intermittently with my vehicle for over two years. This issue is widely reported online, with dozens of posts on websites and forums

20250523SERVICE BRAKES

The regenerative braking system left paddle (on the steering wheel) intermittently does not work. I press the paddle to slow the vehicle but nothing happens. If I press it multiple times, sometimes it will slow the vehicle, other times nothing happens. I use that method of braking frequently, so when it doesn't work, it jeopardizes the safety of myself and others on the road. This problem has been occurring for a few years; I don't recall the exact date that it began occurring. If needed, I can

20250225FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Since fuel pump recall fix by dealership, “Emission System Problem” started appearing in my car due to the way fuel pump recall was fixed. They already attempted to fix the issue 5 times but unable to provide permanent fix. Honda corporate office also not willing to help. This is a safety issue as when I drive the car, I smell gas and my car is constantly with dealership without permanent fix.

20250225ENGINE

Since fuel pump recall fix by dealership, “Emission System Problem” started appearing in my car due to the way fuel pump recall was fixed. They already attempted to fix the issue 5 times but unable to provide permanent fix. Honda corporate office also not willing to help. This is a safety issue as when I drive the car, I smell gas and my car is constantly with dealership without permanent fix.

20250225UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Since fuel pump recall fix by dealership, “Emission System Problem” started appearing in my car due to the way fuel pump recall was fixed. They already attempted to fix the issue 5 times but unable to provide permanent fix. Honda corporate office also not willing to help. This is a safety issue as when I drive the car, I smell gas and my car is constantly with dealership without permanent fix.

20241230FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

I received a letter in October 2024 about an inoperable fuel pump and a recall for the vehicle. However, after 3 months, the dealership does not have the fuel pump replacement pump and does not know when they will receive the part. As a result, I am still driving the car with the fuel pump issue.

20241219FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

The contact owns a 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that due to a limited supply of parts, the manufacturer was prioritizing the repair of vehicles experiencing symptoms related to

20241209FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

The contact owns a 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-in-Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. Additionally, several dealers were contacted, and the contact was informed that the parts were unavailable. The contact was informed that a diagnostic test was needed to confirm a failure, due to the limited parts that were available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a

20241203FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

The incomplete recall for the fuel pump is a year old and Honda continues to state that the parts are unavailable. Since this is a safety recall how do I get the car to be in safe working order? Do I have other recourse with Honda? What compels Honda to ever fix this?

20241127FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

The car stalled and died pulling into high flow traffic almost caused others to hit each other

20241114ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Several times now while driving on the interstate at the average speed of 70 to 75 which is the speed limit in my Area the battery level while fully charged it's supposed to only drop down to 20% I have noticed several times now while on the interstate I've been barely able to drive 40 mph as it is dropping the power level down to almost zero there is no bars being illuminated they're supposed to be two bars for 20% and even one bar for 10% and twice now in a matter of 2 weeks I've noticed that

20241114POWER TRAIN

Several times now while driving on the interstate at the average speed of 70 to 75 which is the speed limit in my Area the battery level while fully charged it's supposed to only drop down to 20% I have noticed several times now while on the interstate I've been barely able to drive 40 mph as it is dropping the power level down to almost zero there is no bars being illuminated they're supposed to be two bars for 20% and even one bar for 10% and twice now in a matter of 2 weeks I've noticed that

20241114VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Several times now while driving on the interstate at the average speed of 70 to 75 which is the speed limit in my Area the battery level while fully charged it's supposed to only drop down to 20% I have noticed several times now while on the interstate I've been barely able to drive 40 mph as it is dropping the power level down to almost zero there is no bars being illuminated they're supposed to be two bars for 20% and even one bar for 10% and twice now in a matter of 2 weeks I've noticed that

20241104FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

The contact owns a 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that occasionally the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and was inspected but not diagnosed. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall r