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2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

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Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other Clarity Fuel Cell years?

Clarity Fuel Cell NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted6 complaints2017: 6 complaints2018: 2 complaints2019: 0 complaints
Clarity Fuel Cell NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V326000Seat BeltsJune 4, 2020 · 128 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Clarity Fuel Cell, Clarity Electric, and Clarity Plug-in Hybrid vehicles with rear seat belt assemblies with a dual-mode locking mechanism. The seat belt webbing sensor locking mechanism may not lock as intended.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seat belt assembly production dates, and replace the assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is Z7L.

2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell — common questions

Is the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.