2017 HONDA CLARITY FUEL CELL Complaints and Recall Information

The 2017 HONDA CLARITY FUEL CELL has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to loss of power, stalling, and component failures tied to the fuel cell control unit and water pump systems.

There are five recalls affecting multiple systems including the hybrid propulsion, electrical system software, and water pump. These recalls address power loss risks and potential stalling problems.

• Fuel cell control unit software (18V068000, Camp No. R0L). Affected 471 vehicles. The FC-ECU may misinterpret a small cell voltage drop causing reduced or complete loss of power. Power loss increases crash risk. Dealers will install a software update free of charge. Owners were notified starting February 28, 2018.
• Fuel cell control unit software update (18V921000, Camp No. A3O). Affected 1082 vehicles previously repaired under recall 18V068. The original software fix may have been incomplete, allowing partial or complete power loss from voltage misinterpretation. Dealers will perform a software update free of charge. Notifications began February 14, 2019.
• Water pump corrosion and failure (19V315000, Camp No. L4N). Affected 1082 vehicles. Internal corrosion can cause water pump failure leading to vehicle stalling and increased crash risk. Dealers will replace the water pump free of charge. Recall began June 10, 2019.

Owners dealing with repeated repair attempts for power loss or stalling, or those affected by unresolved recall issues, may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting with a qualified consumer protection attorney can help determine those rights.