2019 Honda Insight electrical system problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2019 Honda Insight — 12% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2019 Honda Insight. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. In addition, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while…”
filed Mar 9, 2026
“Car was put into reverse to perform a T turn to drive in the opposite direction on 1/14. The "D" button was depressed to place the car into Drive. The car quickly accelerated backwards and crashed into the mailbox. Service Advisor at the David McDavid Honda Dealership was contacted yesterday…”
filed Jan 15, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Electrical System problems in other Insight years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Insight | 9 | 30% |
| 2021 Insight | 3 | 13% |
| 2020 Insight | 7 | 23% |
| 2013 Insight | 4 | 9% |
| 2012 Insight | 1 | 2% |
| 2011 Insight | 1 | 3% |
| 2010 Insight | 7 | 6% |
| 2000 Insight | 7 | 29% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2019 Honda Insight
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.