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 2011 Insight.
The 2011 Honda Insight is a passenger car equipped with an automatic AV‑S7 transmission and a powertrain that calls for 3.4 quarts of 0W‑20 API oil, delivering EPA ratings of 39 city, 41 highway and 40 combined mpg. Owner‑reported data show 40 total complaints for the model year, with air bags emerging as the leading concern and ten recalls issued. In the broader 2000‑2022 complaint history, the 2011 figure sits well below the 2010 peak of 119 complaints but above the 2004 low of two, suggesting a moderate reliability profile relative to the nameplate's range.
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 151R · 340 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 | 172.4 in |
| Overall width | 66.5 in |
| Overall height | 56.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in |
| Curb weight | 2723 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 59.1 / 58.3 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 58/42 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 39 / 41 / 40 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 85 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 16 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Insight 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | EX Hatchback 1.3L I-4 + Elec 13-kW | 10.30 sec | 17.90 sec | 98 hp | FWD |
| 2010 | EX Hatchback 1.3L I-4 + Elec 13-kW | 10.40 sec | 17.80 sec | 98 hp | FWD |
| 2010 | EX w/Nav Hatchback 1.3L I-4 + Elec 13-kW | 10.40 sec | 17.80 sec | 98 hp | FWD |
| 2010 | EX Hatchback 1.3L I-4 + Elec 13-kW | 10.60 sec | 18.00 sec | 98 hp | FWD |
| 2010 | EX w/Nav Hatchback 1.3L I-4 + Elec 13-kW | 10.80 sec | — | 98 hp | FWD |
| 2010 | EX w/Nav Hatchback 1.3L I-4 + Elec 13-kW | 10.90 sec | 18.20 sec | 98 hp | FWD |
| 2010 | EX w/Nav Hatchback 1.3L I-4 + Elec 13-kW | 11.20 sec | 18.30 sec | 98 hp | FWD |
| 2012 | EX w/Nav Hatchback 1.3L I-4 + Elec 13-kW | 10.60 sec | 17.90 sec | 98 hp | FWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 3.4 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 · API |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.4 qt |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 8mm Bolts: 16 ft-lbs, 6mm Bolts: 9 ft-lbs |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 33 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 17 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 23 ft-lbs |
| Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs | 7 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | 36.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 133 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 750 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Ignition Timing | 10 degrees |
| Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance | 2 degrees |
| Ignition Timing Reference RPM | Idle rpm |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 0.99-1.10 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 2.65-3.00 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 151R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 340 cca |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 38.0-46.0 psi |
| Engine Compression | 142 Minimum PSI. 28 Maximum PSI. |
| Engine Oil Pressure | 10 psi @ idle, 50 psi @ 3000 rpm psi |
| Intake Valve Lash | 0.006-0.007 in |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | 0.009-0.011 in |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 25 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 80 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | 0.063 in |
| Minimum Shoe Thickness | 0.039 in |
| Rotor Max Parallel Variation | 0.0006 in |
| Rotor Runout Limit | 0.0016 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 0.827 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 0.827 in |
| 1 | 7 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 | 7 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 27 ft. lbs., 90 | 27 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 18 ft. lbs., Step 2: 40 | 18 ft. lbs |
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 2011 Honda Insight falls within a production arc that experienced a peak of 119 complaints in 2010 before generally trending downward. The 2011 model year saw a significant reduction to 40 complaints, though it shared the generation's high of 10 recalls with the previous year. This volume is more favorable than the 59 complaints recorded for 2012, suggesting a relative stabilization of quality. Air bags were the most frequent area of concern for 2011 with 26 complaints, though the data does not specify the root cause. With 71 technical service bulletins and a lower complaint volume than the 2010 launch, this is a good year to buy.
All 40 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 10 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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… Remedy: 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…
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2012 Honda Accord and Pilot, 2010 Accord Crosstour, 2001-2011 Civic, 2002-2011 CR-V, 2003-2004, 2006-2008 and 2011 Element, 2007 and 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2012… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2018. Owners…
Showing 5 of 71 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A18-066 | 2026-06-30 | Air Bags | Service Bulletin - Warranty Extension: Customer Support Program For Front Passenger's… |
| A18-048 | 2026-02-28 | Air Bags | Service Bulletin - Warranty Extension: Customer Support Program For Driver's Airbag… |
| A21120B | 2023-06-13 | Electrical System | Service News - The navigation clock and date are incorrect. This is due to a limited GPS… |
| A21120B | 2022-01-29 | Electrical System | ServiceNews Article - The clock shows the incorrect time. This issue is due to a limited… |
| APaS02262021902 | 2021-02-26 | Service Brakes | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2011-2016… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
3.4 qt of 0W-20 API, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 10 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 39 city / 41 highway / 40 combined mpg.