Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 HR-V.
Classified as a passenger car, the 2016 Honda HR-V pairs an Automatic (AV-S7) transmission with an EPA-rated fuel economy of 28 city, 34 highway, and 31 combined mpg. Although the vehicle has generated 237 total owner complaints and 2 recalls centered primarily on the Power Train, this model year sits far closer to the lowest historical complaint count of 11 recorded in 2026 than the peak of 681 reached in 2023. As a result, the 2016 model occupies a comparatively stable and favorable position within the HR-V's broader reliability history, avoiding the highest complaint thresholds the lineup would eventually face.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI NS · NS CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (AV-S7) |
| Overall length | 168.9 in |
| Overall width | 70.1 in |
| Overall height | 63 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.8 in |
| Curb weight | 3062 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 60.6 / 60.6 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 60/40 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 28 / 34 / 31 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the HR-V of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | EX 1.8L I-4 | 8.40 sec | 16.50 sec | 141 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | EX 1.8L I-4 | 8.50 sec | 16.40 sec | 141 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | EX 1.8L I-4 | 8.50 sec | 16.50 sec | 141 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | EX-L Navi 1.8L I-4 | 8.60 sec | 16.80 sec | 141 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | EX-L Navi 1.8L I-4 | 9.30 sec | 17.40 sec | 141 hp | AWD |
| 2016 | EX-L Navi 1.8L I-4 | 9.50 sec | 17.40 sec | 141 hp | AWD |
| 2016 | EX-L Navi 1.8L I-4 | 9.50 sec | 17.30 sec | 141 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | Sport 1.8L I-4 | 9.60 sec | 17.40 sec | 141 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine ATF in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 15.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Honda HCF-2 transmission fluid |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.7 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Honda HCF-2 transmission fluid |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 4.2 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Clutch Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Differential Gear Oil | ATF |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 2.5 qt |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 15.0 ft-lbs |
| Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts | 40.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | Install a new nut and torque to 242.0 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | Install a new nut and torque to 133.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | NGK, DENSO |
| Spark Plug Gap | .039 - .043 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 13 ft-lbs |
| Ignition Timing | 1 degrees |
| Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance | 2 degrees |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Engine Compression | 128 min, Max Variation 29 psi |
| Intake Valve Lash | 0.007-0.009 in |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | 0.009-0.011 in |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 37; Rear: 26 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | 80 |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: .906; Rear: .315 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | .0006 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .0016 |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2016 HR-V, as the first model year of this generation, logged 237 complaints and 2 recalls, placing it among the higher-complaint years in the federal record—exceeded only by 2019 (217) and the outlier 2023 (681). The complaint trend across the generation shows a sawtooth pattern: a drop to 120 in 2017, a rise to 151 in 2018, another peak in 2019, then a general decline through 2021-2022 before the 2023 spike. With 109 TSBs—the highest of any year in the dataset—the 2016 required frequent dealer intervention, particularly for powertrain issues (61 complaints) and electrical system problems (30). While it avoids the massive 2023 complaint count, the 2016's first-year status and high TSB volume indicate it is a riskier choice than the lower-complaint, zero-recall 2017 or the more settled 2020-2022 models. **Unless you can verify that all TSB-related repairs were performed, this is not a recommended year to buy.**
All 237 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Acura MDX, 2017-2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda HR-V and Honda Odyssey, and 2016 Honda HR-V vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have… Remedy: Owners will be notified, and Honda or Acura dealers will bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at…
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2016 HR-V vehicles manufactured January 12, 2015, to May 20, 2015. The affected vehicles may be missing the required tire placard indicating "Tire and… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle, and apply a new label, free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer…
Showing 5 of 109 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A21-047 | 2025-02-20 | Power Train | Service Bulletin - Due to the possibility of early deterioration of the Continuous… |
| A21-047 | 2023-05-03 | Power Train | Service Bulletin - Due to the possibility of early deterioration of the Continuous… |
| A22080B | 2022-08-25 | Visibility | Servicenews article - If you are inspecting an HR-V and notice oil residue on the A/C… |
| ATI&07112022902 | 2022-07-11 | Visibility | Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2016-2021… |
| ATI&06032022901 | 2022-06-03 | Equipment | Dealer message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2016-2021… |
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EPA figures are 28 city / 34 highway / 31 combined mpg.