Honda HR-V NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 Honda HR-V an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2027):
NHTSA rates the Honda HR-V at 5 ★ overall, 5 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Honda HR-V Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 Honda HR-V SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 4 | 107 |
| 2024 | 2024 Honda HR-V SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 4 | 107 |
| 2023 | 2023 Honda HR-V SUV AWD | — | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | — | 3 | 681 |
| 2023 | 2023 Honda HR-V SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 681 |
| 2022 | 2022 Honda HR-V SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 82 |
| 2022 | 2022 Honda HR-V SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 82 |
| 2021 | 2021 Honda HR-V SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 4 | 61 |
| 2021 | 2021 Honda HR-V SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 4 | 61 |
| 2018 | 2018 Honda HR-V SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 151 |
| 2017 | 2017 Honda HR-V SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 0 | 120 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Honda HR-V Safety FAQ
Is the Honda HR-V a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Honda HR-V an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Honda HR-V?
The Honda HR-V scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 14.3%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Honda HR-V have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Honda HR-V as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.