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2021 Honda Insight recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Air bags | 2 |
| Electrical system | 1 |
Safety recalls3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| May 21, 202626V332000 | Air bags: sensor occupant classificationAir bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V332000
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| Feb 1, 202424V064000 | Air bags: sensor occupant classificationAn air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V064000
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| Dec 17, 202020V798000 | Electrical system: propulsion system DC/DC converterA loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 20V798000
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Owner complaints by component25
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 8 | 32 |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 24 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 16 |
| Air bags | 3 | 12 |
| Seats | 3 | 12 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 12 |
| Structure | 1 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 4 |
| Engine | 1 | 4 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 4 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 4 |
| Power train | 1 | 4 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 4 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Unknown or other
“The Honda infotainment screens have a history of "Phantom Touches". I have replaced my infotainment system once under warranty.”
- Air bags
“The contact's daughter owns a 2021 Honda Insight. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver's and passenger-side air bags suddenly deployed without impact.”
- Structure
“There is a massive hood flutter when large vehicle drive towards me going above 50mph. It feels and looks like the hood is not latched correctly and going to open into my windshield.”
Other Honda Insight model years
- 20223 recalls33 complaints
- 20213 recalls25 complaints
- 20206 recalls31 complaints
- 20198 recalls98 complaints
All years: 2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2019 · 2014 · 2013 · 2012 · 2011 · 2010 · 2002 · 2001 · 2000
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2021 Honda Insight recall questions
How many recalls does the 2021 Honda Insight have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Honda Insight. The most recent, 26V332000 (reported May 21, 2026), concerns air bags. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2021 Honda Insight recalls for?
The largest group is air bags, with 2 campaigns. Others: electrical system (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Honda Insight?
Forward collision avoidance is the most-reported component, named in 8 complaints out of 25 filed with NHTSA (32%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 Honda Insight?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Honda recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Honda dealer.
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