CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Honda FIT has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 217 complaints with NHTSA, including 28 crashes, 2 fires, 28 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (57 reports).
2008 Honda FIT recalls
Drive Shaft May Break, Causing Sudden Power Loss
Some vehicles may have drive shafts whose protective coating was not applied properly at the factory.
Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal shards
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in certain vehicles may rupture due to propellant degradation after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature cycling.
Passenger Front Airbag Can Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
The passenger-side front airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture during a crash that requires the front airbags to deploy.
Passenger Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Most common 2008 Honda FIT problems
Problem areas named in the 217 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 57 |
| Structure | 43 |
| Power Train | 24 |
| Engine | 23 |
| Electrical System | 18 |
| Exterior Lighting | 17 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 |
| Steering | 12 |
| Unknown Or Other | 12 |
What owners report
My Honda Fit with an automatic transmission experienced a driveshaft failure due to corrosion in August 2018. At that time, Honda had announced a recall for similar driveshaft corrosion failures affecting manualâtransmission Honda Fits, but no recall existed for automaticâtransmission vehicles. Because there was no recall for my vehicle configuration, and no notice from Honda, I had the vehicle repaired at an independent repair shop at my own expense. Honda later expanded the recall to include automaticâtransmission Honda Fits in June 2019. However, I never received a mailed recall notification while I owned the vehicle. I sold the vehicle in February 2020, before Honda mailed recall
Id like for my car to get assessed for any of the 8 recalled items that pop up in your system.. I bought this car from a dealership and I don't believe that they did anything for it to fix the recall problems
The contact owns a 2008 Honda Fit. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. While driving approximately 55 MPH or faster, there was a misfire coming from the engine. The contact stated while driving at slower speeds, the vehicle was wobbling. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that there was a misfire coming from all 4-cylinders. The mechanic test-drove the vehicle and the passengerâs side front axle shaft detached from the vehicle. Due to the failure, the dealer was unable to further diagnose the vehicle to determine what parts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted; however, the contact was una
When the car is started, it cranks with a bit of hesitation. It then has a rough idle. After putting the car in gear and going, it will just shut off while it's in drive. I then have to place the car in neutral while it's still moving to start it again and then quickly put it into drive. It does this the first 10 minutes of driving and then it stops. Until you let it sit for awhile and then it repeats this same issue.
My Bumper snapped off with going down a driveway. Itâs made of plastic and itâs broken and need to be replaced. This is an ongoing issue with this vehicle. Every Honda fit I see on the road has this issue. This is dangerous and could cause an accident.
2008 Honda FIT questions
Does the 2008 Honda FIT have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2008 Honda FIT: Drive Shaft May Break, Causing Sudden Power Loss; Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal shards; Passenger Front Airbag Can Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments; Passenger Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments; Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Honda FIT?
Based on 217 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (57), Structure (43), Power Train (24).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Honda FIT 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.