CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 137 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 1 fire, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (25 reports).
2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid recalls
Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Most common 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid problems
Problem areas named in the 137 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 25 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 23 |
| Unknown Or Other | 20 |
| Electrical System | 20 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 20 |
| Power Train | 19 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 15 |
| Lane Departure | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 11 |
What owners report
Known A/C condenser issue was replaced twice and now the evaporator is leaking. Due to this, I'm unable to use the A/C to defrost the windows in the early morning and thus, creates a dangerous driving environment. Evaporator, which is part of the A/C unit, was not covered under the extended warranty (which is a known Clarity issue) and now the consumers are left having to pay for the repair.
this Honda does not display outside turn signals, found similar problem on Honda Civic and Accord which have recall for this problem. doing research civic and accord have the same body control module as my Honda clarity where the problem is located , I contacted my honda dealer and explained this to service advisor , but he was unable to help me. the car shows fast blinking at gauge cluster turn signal indicator just like turns signals from the civic and accord recalls
Multi-Purpose Camera Unit failure, error code U3000-49
COMPONENT FAILURE: 2018 Honda Clarity PHEV Air Conditioning Evaporator Core. Complete refrigerant leak. Available for inspection/repair at Norm Reeves Honda Huntington Beach. Confirmed July 29, 2026, via borescope/UV dye. Repair estimate: $3,151-$3,217. SAFETY RISK: Vehicle is inoperable without A/C on Southern California freeways during extreme heat. Operating in 100+ degree heat causes heat exhaustion, reduced driver alertness, and high accident risk. DEALER/INDEPENDENT CONFIRMATION: Confirmed by Norm Reeves Honda Superstore Huntington Beach (July 29, 2026) using borescope camera and UV dye. Written estimate provided. No independent inspection. MANUFACTURER/POLICE/INSURANCE:
COMPONENT FAILURE: 2018 Honda Clarity PHEV Air Conditioning Evaporator Core. Complete refrigerant leak. Available for inspection/repair at Norm Reeves Honda Huntington Beach. Confirmed July 29, 2026, via borescope/UV dye. Repair estimate: $3,151-$3,217. SAFETY RISK: Vehicle is inoperable without A/C on Southern California freeways during extreme heat. Operating in 100+ degree heat causes heat exhaustion, reduced driver alertness, and high accident risk. DEALER/INDEPENDENT CONFIRMATION: Confirmed by Norm Reeves Honda Superstore Huntington Beach (July 29, 2026) using borescope camera and UV dye. Written estimate provided. No independent inspection. MANUFACTURER/POLICE/INSURANCE:
2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid questions
Does the 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid: Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid?
Based on 137 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (25), Fuel/Propulsion System (23), Unknown Or Other (20).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-IN Hybrid has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.