AI Damage2022 Honda Insight: common problems
Owners of the 2022 Honda Insight filed 33 complaints with NHTSA, most often about forward collision avoidance and electrical system. The maker issued 13 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 33
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 13
What fails most often
- 1 Forward collision avoidance 42% of all complaints
- 2 Electrical system 33% of all complaints
- 3 Service brakes 15% of all complaints
- 4 Fuel/propulsion system 9% of all complaints
- 5 Steering 6% of all complaints
- 6 Engine 6% of all complaints
- 7 Lane departure 6% of all complaints
- 8 Structure 6% of all complaints
- Forward collision avoidance: 14 complaints (42% of all).
- Electrical system: 11 complaints (33% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 1.
- Service brakes: 5 complaints (15% of all).
- Fuel/propulsion system: 3 complaints (9% of all).
- Steering: 2 complaints (6% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 1.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 1.5 L · hybrid · 4 cyl
- CVT
Drive: FWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 33 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 14 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Parking brake | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
The center infotainment touchscreen registers inputs on its own when no one is touching it, opening menus, changing selections, and switching screens and radio stations. This distracts the driver while the vehicle is moving and can interfere with the backup camera display and navigation.
The vehicle began shaking when I was driving and even stopped in the roadway several times. Honda has inspected and attempted to repair the vehicle but multiple people have indicated that the issue cannot be resolved and was sold to me as a faulty vehicle.
The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Forward Collision Avoidance system independently activated, and the vehicle shuddered abnormally. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure was not yet determined.
The contact stated that while shifted into reverse, the rear-view camera failed to display a clear view image on the screen. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the center display made random selections without the screen being touched.
Driving down from the mountains the car started losing power. I took the car to the dealership on Monday. I was then advised that there was not an issue they could they could find. A few months later the car would not start.
The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The dealer was contacted through voicemail. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,400.
It also has the blind spot detection go off when thereâs no one next to me (or a highway barrier) Both of these instances have happened numerous times since Iâve had my car. Itâs only been 3 years and 25k miles. The problem started as soon as 2-3 months in
While I was going 5-10mph over a railroad crossing, the steering wheel airbag deployed as my front tires went over the grade crossing. The airbag also went left instead of straight. My hand is bruised and it sounded like a gunshot went off in my vehicle. After the deployment, the vehicle was still driveable.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 6,523 of 36,656 model years in the NHTSA data (top 18% most complained about).
On average one model year of the Insight has 31 complaints (17 years in the data). This year has 33, about average.
What to check before buying
- Forward collision avoidance. Radar and camera: calibration after bumper or windshield replacement.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
- Fuel/propulsion system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Service Bulletin - The MIL is on with P0461 (Fuel Level Sensor (Fuel Gauge Sending Unit) Circuit…
Service Bulletin - The MIL is on with P0461 (Fuel Level Sensor (Fuel Gauge Sending Unit) Circuit Range/Performance Problem). During refueling, the vehicle is unable to recognize the event during wakeup mode or if the…
- Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc
(AHM) is searching for any & all 2018-2022 Accord Hybrids, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrids & 2019-2022 Insights that match the criteria listed below. Qualifiers AHM is interested ONLY if the vehicle meets the following…
- Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc
(AHM) is searching for any & all 2018-2022 Accord Hybrids, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrids & 2019-2022 Insights that match the criteria listed below. AHM is interested ONLY if the vehicle meets the following requirements: 1…
- Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc
(AHM) is searching for any & all 2018-2022 Accord Hybrids, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrids & 2019-2022 Insights that match the criteria listed below.
- "Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc
(AHM) is searching for any & all 2018-2022 Accord Hybrids, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrids & 2019-2022 Insights that match the criteria listed below. Qualifiers AHM is interested ONLY if the vehicle meets the following…
- Service bulletin - Booming or rumbling through the speakers
ANC microphone insulating foam is damaged or folded over.
NHTSA lists 13 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Honda Insight?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: forward collision avoidance, electrical system, service brakes. Total complaints: 33. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: warning lights, check engine (36%), infotainment or screen glitches (18%), driver assists: adaptive cruise, lane keeping (12%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2022 Honda Insight?
NHTSA lists 13 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2022 Honda Insight from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2022 models
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-05.