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P0847 on HONDA FIT

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2008, 2012

What P0847 Means on Your HONDA FIT

Real HONDA FIT Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Check engine light came on, transmission "d" light on, shifting roughly. the car was in motion on city streets when this happened. diagnostic codes run: p0756 and p0847."

— 2008 HONDA FIT owner • POWER TRAIN • Filed 02/08/2016

"While driving home at the end of the day, the car started to lurch around 20 mph while driving straight in a parking lot and on city streets. this had never happened before. the lurching continued for the next 3 miles until i got home."

— 2012 HONDA FIT owner • POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 09/04/2018

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0847 on HONDA FIT

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2008
1
2012
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

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P0847 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026