2021 Honda Insight problems, complaints & recalls

2026-09-21 · Unknown Or Other

“the honda infotainment screens have a history of "phantom touches". i have replaced my infotainment system once under warranty. the problem is that while out in sunlight the vehicle's infotainment system will randomly beep and change screens and functions on its own as bands of sunlight enter via the windshield or side windows. it is extremely dist…”

2026-06-08 · Air Bags · 150,000 mi

“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. there was no warning light illuminated. the contact stated that the air bags cracked the front windshield and injured the driver's arm. the…”

2026-04-11 · Structure:body

“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. this has happened since i purchase the vehicle new in 2021…”

2026-01-23 · Fuel/Propulsion System

“went in for a typical servicing. they noted that the downstream o2 sensor was damaged by rodents. the vehicle, with around 14k has always been stored in a weather tight garage, never stored outside. there has been no rodents in the building since i owned it from 1999. this is a presumptuous statement i refuted, but they wouldn’t take off, and i…”

2025-12-26 · Seats

“i received a 2021 insight seat weight sensor safety recall in september 2025 saying that recall replacement parts were now available at honda dealers. ever since i received this notice, none of the atlanta area honda dealers are able to remedy the defect in my vehicle due to lack of parts, contrary to the notice saying parts are available.…”

2025-11-24 · Engine

“under certain circumstances, the portion of the pcu that controls charging of the 12 volt accessory battery malfunctions, sending the pcu into a "fail safe" mode, preventing battery charging and activating warning displays for the driver. this has caused my vehicle to stall while driving, potentially increasing the risk of a crash. other honda hybr…”

2025-11-12 · Service Brakes

“the brake servo control unit feel simulator which reduces the simulation force provided to the brake pedal during emergency or failed conditions and is a key component of realizing a regenerative braking system. it provides a good pedal feeling to a driver, improves energy recovery and ensures braking security. my safety has been put at risk as tha…”

2025-10-31 · Electrical System

“while my wife was driving my car on a busy road. the servo brake control unit/ pedal simulator broke making it near impossible to stop the car. she had to crash the car into a parking block. and honda import/export is uncooperative and dismissive of the fact that my wife and daughters lives were jeopardized due to the part malfunctioning …”

2025-07-23 · Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking

“on two (2) occasions, the "collision mitigation braking system" braked with no reason. it has happened on a quiet and straight line residential street with no other moving vehicle, pedestrian, animal, or any other obstruction in view. after one second or so of braking, it returned to normal. it is available for inspection. i have not spoken to…”

2025-01-22 · Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings

“on at least two occasions the automatic emergency braking system has activated with nothing in front of the vehicle. several instances when cresting a steep rise in the road the forward collision warning system has activated the "brake" warning light.…”