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2010 Honda INSIGHT

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

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Quick Summary

The 2010 Honda INSIGHT has 155 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 3.1x the segment average of 50. The most common issue is air bags problems (37% of all complaints), specifically: driving at 30-40 mph when a car ran a stop sign. hit this car with my vehicle's front bumper. the airbags failed to deploy on my car. *tr. There are 10 recalls issued for this model year.

33 crash reports 15 injuries

155

Total Complaints

10

Recalls Issued

/5

Safety Stars

3.1x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

AIR BAGS

57 complaints
37%
  • DRIVING AT 30-40 MPH WHEN A CAR RAN A STOP SIGN. HIT THIS CAR WITH MY VEHICLE'S FRONT BUMPER. THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY ON MY CAR. *TR
  • WHILE PARKING THE 2010 HONDA INSIGHT IN MY GARAGE, I HAVE TO VEER TO THE RIGHT AND THEN BACK THE CAR TO GET INTO THE GARAGE. AS I WAS VEERING TO THE RIGHT AND CLOSE TO THE HOUSE THE INSIGHT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, AND WHEN I PUT THE BRAKES THEY DID NOT RESPOND ,INSTEAD THEY LOCKED AND THE VEHICLE CO
  • TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA INSIGHT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE JERKED FORWARD AND SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A BUILDING AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. NO ONE WAS INJURED AND THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED. THE POLICE WER
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 11 crashes

DRIVING AT 30-40 MPH WHEN A CAR RAN A STOP SIGN. HIT THIS CAR WITH MY VEHICLE'S FRONT BUMPER. THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY ON MY CAR. *TR

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2010 Honda INSIGHT

Based on 88 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 42K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage
0-30K
36
30-60K
23
60-100K
15
100-150K
9
150-200K
5
200K+
0

AIR BAGS

In line with typicalmedian 81K mi · 14 reports
0-30K
5
30-60K
1
60-100K
2
100-150K
4
150-200K
2
200K+
0

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 19K mi · 7 reports
0-30K
4
30-60K
1
60-100K
1
100-150K
0
150-200K
1
200K+
0

ENGINE

In line with typicalmedian 20K mi · 7 reports
0-30K
4
30-60K
1
60-100K
2
100-150K
0
150-200K
0
200K+
0

BODY/STRUCTURE

In line with typicalmedian 21K mi · 6 reports
0-30K
4
30-60K
1
60-100K
0
100-150K
1
150-200K
0
200K+
0

BRAKES

Later than typicalmedian 42K mi · 15 reports
0-30K
4
30-60K
6
60-100K
3
100-150K
2
150-200K
0
200K+
0

SPEED CONTROL

Later than typicalmedian 40K mi · 7 reports
0-30K
2
30-60K
3
60-100K
2
100-150K
0
150-200K
0
200K+
0

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (10)

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE27/09/2018

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Insight and Acura TSX and TSX Wagon, 2014-2015 Honda Crosstour and Pilot vehicles nationwide, as well as certain 2014 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Texas, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, California, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Honda is also recalling certain 2011-2013 Acura TSX, TSX Wagon and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Insight, Fit and Pilot vehicles, 2011-2012 Honda Accord and 2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Lastly, Honda is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura TSX and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Fit, Insight and Pilot, 2011-2013 TSX Wagon, 2010-2012 Honda Accord and 2010-2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are M2J and S2K.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2010 Honda INSIGHT

Live EIA prices
Per year
$1,171
Per month
$98
Per mile
9.8¢
MPG
41
City driving (worst-case MPG)
$1,200/yr
Highway driving (best-case MPG)
$1,117/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today
Current
$4.00
5-year low
$2.78
5-year high
$5.01
Since 2021
+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2010 Honda INSIGHT

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.
Full coverage / year
$1,366
Full coverage / month
$114
Liability only / year
$611
vs US avg
-18%
How this estimate is calculated
US base full-coverage premium$1674
× state (US)1.00x
× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x
× theft risk1.00x
× safety rating1.00x
× vehicle age0.85x
= Full coverage estimate$1366

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Honda INSIGHT Service Intervals

Oil change
8K mi / 12 mo
Tire rotation
8K mi
Brake fluid
36 months
Transmission fluid
30K mi
Engine coolant
60K mi
Spark plugs
100K mi
Cabin air filter
15K mi
Engine air filter
30K mi
Differential (AWD/4WD)
30K mi

Maintenance Minder shows exact intervals based on your driving. CVT-equipped models (Civic, HR-V, Accord Hybrid) need CVT fluid service, not conventional ATF.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Honda New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)
3 yr / 36K mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60K mi
Hybrid/EV battery
8 yr / 100K mi
Corrosion (rust perforation)
5 yr / unlimited mi
Roadside assistance
3 yr / 36K mi

These are the terms for a new Honda. If you're buying a used 2010 INSIGHT, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Honda dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

AIR BAGS(~50K mi)
$500
BRAKES(~50K mi)
$500
BODY/STRUCTURE(~50K mi)
$500
SEATS/RESTRAINTS(~50K mi)
$500
SPEED CONTROL(~50K mi)
$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 155 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

  • AIR BAGS: DRIVING AT 30-40 MPH WHEN A CAR RAN A STOP SIGN. HIT THIS CAR WITH MY VEHICLE'S FRONT BUMPER. THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY ON MY CAR. *TR

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • BRAKES: HONDA INCYTE 2010 MOMENTARY LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY. *TR

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • BODY/STRUCTURE: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA INSIGHT. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH WHEN HE BEGAN TO HEAR AN UNUSUAL SLAPPING NOISE FROM THE ROOF AND COULD SEE SOMETHING SLAPPING AGAINST THE REAR WINDOW. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER AND THE CONTACT FOUND THAT HALF OF THE WEATHER STRIPPING FROM T

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • SEATS/RESTRAINTS: 2010 HONDA INSIGHT. CONSUMER STATES THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONED AND BROKE DURING AN ACCIDENT *TGW THE SEAT BELT CAME OFF THE SIDE PANEL OF THE VEHICLE AND THEN THE BUCKLE CAME OUT OF IT'S HOLSTER. THE CONSUMER STATED HER CHEST SLAMMED INTO THE STEERING WHEEL AT HIGH FORCE. THE CONSUMER

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • RECALLS: Verify all 10 recalls have been completed — free at any Honda dealer
  • General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints
155
Recalls
10
Fire reports
0
Crash reports
33
Injury reports
15
Segment avg
50

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