The Honda ADV160 spans 2024–2026 with 2 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2025, 2024, 2026 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2026, 2024, 2025. It delivers up to 32 mpg combined and NHTSA-rated safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Honda ADV160 is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2024 to 2026 across multiple generations.
How to read a Honda ADV160 VIN — every digit explained
Every Honda ADV160 carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Honda and the country it was built in (real Honda codes below).
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this ADV160.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
- USA19U · 19V · 19X · 1HF · 1HG · 478
- Canada2HG · 2HH · 2HJ · 2HK · 2HN · 2HU
- Mexico3CZ · 3DH · 3H1 · 3HD · 3HG
- JapanJH2 · JH3 · JR2
- ChinaLAL · LWB
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your ADV160, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.
How many recalls does the Honda ADV160 have?
The Honda ADV160 has 2 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2024–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2025 Honda ADV160 recalls 1
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:oil/lubrication:pump
What's wrong. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024-2025 ADV160 scooters. The oil pump driven gear may fail, resulting in a loss of drive power.
Risk. Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix. Dealers will replace the oil pump driven gear, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 6, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KR9.
2024 Honda ADV160 recalls 1
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:oil/lubrication:pump
What's wrong. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024-2025 ADV160 scooters. The oil pump driven gear may fail, resulting in a loss of drive power.
Risk. Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix. Dealers will replace the oil pump driven gear, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 6, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KR9.
Best and worst years for the Honda ADV160
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 3 tracked years, the worst years are 2025, 2024, 2026 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2026, 2024, 2025.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 ADV160 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Avoid | |
| 2025 ADV160 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Avoid | |
| 2026 ADV160 | — | Avoid |
What are the most common Honda ADV160 problems?
The most-reported Honda ADV160 problems are Engine (2 reports), Gasoline (1 reports) and Fuel System (1 reports) — out of 12 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Honda ADV160 specifications & dimensions
The 2026 Honda ADV160. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Honda ADV160 window sticker.
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Honda ADV160 cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the ADV160 holds — passengers and cargo. EPA measures its interior at 106 cu ft of passenger volume and 17 cu ft of cargo. Seating capacity and legroom vary by trim.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Honda ADV160 tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Honda ADV160 get?
The Honda ADV160 returns up to 32 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $1,950/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:
The 2026 Honda ADV160 (1.5L 4-cyl) gets 32 mpg combined and costs about $1,950/yr to fuel, emitting 276 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 6/10) — that's about $1,250 saved over 5 years versus the average new vehicle.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 ADV160 | 29 | 37 | $1,950 | 276 | — | 1.5L 4-cyl | |
| 2025 ADV160 | 29 | 37 | $1,950 | 277 | 6/10 | 1.5L 4-cyl | |
| 2024 ADV160 | 29 | 37 | $1,950 | 277 | 7/10 | 1.5L 4-cyl |
Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.
See how the ADV160 stacks up against the most fuel-efficient sedans, or calculate this ADV160's real yearly fuel cost.
What engines does the Honda ADV160 have? Power & range
The Honda ADV160 is offered with 1 powertrain — 1.5L 4-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl | 1.5L · 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | Regular |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
How much does a Honda ADV160 cost to own?
A Honda ADV160 holds its value well. A typical example keeps roughly 56% of its value after five years — losing about 44% to depreciation. Check what a used ADV160 is worth today or browse current used-market prices before you buy or sell. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 84% | $25,200 | −$4,800 |
| Year 2 | 76% | $22,800 | −$7,200 |
| Year 3 | 68% | $20,400 | −$9,600 |
| Year 4 | 61% | $18,300 | −$11,700 |
| Year 5 | 56% | $16,800 | −$13,200 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this ADV160 loses about 44% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — ≈ $9,750 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the ADV160 ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
Is the Honda ADV160 safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the ADV160 yet — see the top-rated safest cars instead.
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How many miles does a Honda ADV160 last?
A well-maintained Honda ADV160 typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.
Check your Honda ADV160’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this ADV160’s VIN free →All Honda ADV160 model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Honda ADV160 — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 ADV160 | 0 | — | |
| 2025 ADV160 | 1 recall | — | |
| 2024 ADV160 | 1 recall | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the ADV160?
By owner-complaint volume, 2025, 2024, 2026 drew the most reports. 2026, 2024, 2025 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the ADV160 have?
2 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2024–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN. See all Honda recalls and reliability across every model.
What MPG does the ADV160 get?
Up to 32 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
How many miles does a ADV160 last?
A well-maintained ADV160 typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the ADV160 reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the ADV160 is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Honda ADV160 warranty?
New Honda models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Honda dealer.
Where is the Honda ADV160 made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your ADV160's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Honda may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the ADV160 have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.