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Honda Insight: which year should you buy?

Across the 2011 to 2022 model years, the public record is strongest on the 2021 (85/100). Every year below is scored on its own NHTSA complaint and recall history. Pick the year, not just the nameplate.

Best years to target

2021 85

Every model year, scored

Same math for every year (how we score). A neutral Unproven or Too New stamp means too few owner reports are on file to affirm the year, not that it’s clean.

202264/100
Caution

29 complaints · 3 recalls

202185/100
Buybest year

24 complaints · 3 recalls

202064/100
Caution

30 complaints · 6 recalls

201960/100
Caution

97 complaints · 8 recalls

201464/100
Unproven

5 complaints · 3 recalls

201364/100
Caution

45 complaints · 6 recalls

201264/100
Caution

59 complaints · 8 recalls

201164/100
Caution

40 complaints · 10 recalls

Zeroing in on the 2021?

The full year-by-year verdict is free. When you’re ready to inspect and negotiate one specific car, the Full Report turns the 2021 Honda Insight’s complaint breakdown and recall list into an inspection-ready, shareable PDF.

Recalls, complaint breakdown & inspection checklist, all in a shareable PDF

Cross-shopping a different nameplate? Compare the 2022 Honda Insight head-to-head →

The fine print: each year’s verdict is computed from public NHTSA complaint and recall records for the Honda Insight as a model, not for any individual car. A well-kept example of a weaker year can outlast a neglected strong one. Informational only, so always get a professional pre-purchase inspection.