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2009 Honda Element

NHTSA has received 41 complaints about the 2009 Honda Element, and 20% of them involve brakes. After that come suspension (20%) and air bags (12%).

At a glance

Complaints
41 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Brakes 20% of complaints
Recalls
8
Fuel economy
20 to 22 MPG combined

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

Problems owners report

NHTSA has received 41 complaints about the 2009 Honda Element, and 20% of them involve brakes. After that come suspension (20%) and air bags (12%).

  • Brakes 20%
  • Suspension 20%
  • Air bags 12%
  • Body & structure 12%
  • Cruise control 7%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2009 Honda Element

Recalls

The 2009 Honda Element is affected by 8 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 8 recall campaigns for the 2009 Honda Element

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2009 Honda Element. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 22 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 20 city / 25 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

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