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2006 Honda Element

NHTSA has received 154 complaints about the 2006 Honda Element, and 36% of them involve air bags. After that come wipers, windshield & visibility (8%) and electrical system (7%).

At a glance

Complaints
154 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Air bags 36% of complaints
Recalls
9
Fuel economy
20 to 21 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

NHTSA has received 154 complaints about the 2006 Honda Element, and 36% of them involve air bags. After that come wipers, windshield & visibility (8%) and electrical system (7%).

  • Air bags 36%
  • Wipers, windshield & visibility 8%
  • Electrical system 7%
  • Body & structure 7%
  • Suspension 6%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2006 Honda Element

Recalls

The 2006 Honda Element is affected by 9 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 9 recall campaigns for the 2006 Honda Element

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2006 Honda Element. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 21 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 19 city / 24 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Element