CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Honda Insight has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 45 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 fires, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (31 reports).
2013 Honda Insight recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can degrade over time after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature changes.
Passenger airbag inflator can explode, sending metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in certain vehicles may rupture because its propellant can degrade after long exposure to high humidity, heat, and temperature cycling.
Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash
The front passenger airbag inflator may have been installed incorrectly when it was replaced during a previous repair.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
Certain 2010 Honda and Acura vehicles have a passenger-side frontal airbag inflator that can rupture.
Passenger Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may explode.
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture in a Crash
The driver's frontal airbag in these vehicles can be affected by moisture getting into the inflator over time.
Most common 2013 Honda Insight problems
Problem areas named in the 45 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 31 |
| Air Bags | 8 |
| Power Train | 7 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
What owners report
I have had a 2013 Honda Insight since September 2024 and I have complained about excessive oil consumption since October 2024.This past Saturday my car stopped on the highway when I tried to accelerate. It was towed to Honda and the diagnostic comes back as piston ring replacement with spark plugs. Last November I had 2 spark plugs replaced and my ignition coils. There was an ESB put out by Honda but I was not the current owner then so Honda doesnât want to cover the cost. I also have contacted the dealership, that is not a certified reseller of Honda, mark Sweeney Buick of Cincinnati, Ohio but since I signed an As Is contract they stated they wouldnât assist. The first week I got the c
Noticed decreased performance & frequent oil changes in 2015. At first, I did not know the weak engine performance was related to the oil consumption & was never offered diagnostic testing until May 2023 across multiple Honda shops in different states. With this, I was under the impression that my car was performing within normal limits. Finally in May 2023 the local Honda shop recommended the proper diagnostic test & told me about the known piston/oil consumption defect known to this model & the (expired) warranty extension that was associated with it. I returned end of Aug 2023 to get results of my oil consumption test, which was positive. At this time, they quoted me a repair cost (to ch
The contact owns a 2013 Honda Insight. The contact stated that vehicle failed to respond after shifting the transmission to the desired gear. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed with a defective CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission). The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000.
I experienced "rough running" of my 2013 Honda Insight just prior to August of 2021. Initial work on the vehicle helped, but repairs became increasingly expensive and extensive. EX: A simple oil change on about 8/2/2021 (mileage at 64,545). At about mileage 68,370 the vehicle failed again (showing check engine light / stalling); repair shop found a misfire on cylinder #4, and all 8 of the spark plugs were replaced. Â Then on/about Nov./2022 (mileage at 71,988), the vehicle was running rough again (with check engine light on) and the repair shop found a miss in cylinder #4 again, and then replaced cylinder #4 Â spark plugs and coils. On/about Feb./2023, the vehicle had more problems (running
The contact owns 2013 Honda Insight. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered. Additionally, the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The contact stated that the engine was consuming 3-4 quarts of oil per 1,000 miles driven. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who performed an oil change. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.
2013 Honda Insight questions
Does the 2013 Honda Insight have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2013 Honda Insight: Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger airbag inflator can explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Honda Insight?
Based on 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (31), Air Bags (8), Power Train (7).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Honda Insight 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.