Sell your 2006 Honda Insight for cash

The 2006 Honda Insight is a two-seat sports car that came with a 1.0L 3-cyl engine. At 20 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2006 Honda Insight at a glance

Body styleTwo Seaters
Engines1.0L 3-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic (variable gear ratios), Manual 5-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy45–48 city / 49–58 highway / 47–52 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$1,300–$1,450 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂171–189 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA2 configurations
Age20 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 20 years old, most of a 2006 Insight's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a two-seat sports car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Hybrid battery: hybrid versions also carry a high-voltage battery pack, which recyclers and rebuilders pay for.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Insight. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the air bags. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2006 Honda Insight recalls

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2006 Honda Insight. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

EquipmentJul 2006 · NHTSA campaign 06V270000

On certain passenger vehicles and motorcycles, the owner's manuals contain incorrect contact information for the national highway traffic safety administration's (NHTSA) vehicle safety hotline.

Risk: The language in the owner's manuals is not in accordance with the current mandatory requirements.

Common 2006 Insight problems

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2006 Honda Insight with NHTSA.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Air Bags1
  • Engine1

Typical mileage when problems were reported

    2006 Honda Insight service bulletins

    Manufacturers have filed 16 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2006 Honda Insight. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

    Most common bulletin topics

    • Air Bags2
    • Electrical System2
    • Engine and Engine Cooling2
    • Electrical System1
    • Electrical System1
    • Engine and Engine Cooling1

    Recent bulletins

    • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 2021 · A07-030

      "Service Bulletin - There are several A/C leak detection tools available. -Refrigerant Gas Leak Detector -Ultrasonic Leak Detector -Leak Dye"

    • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2014 · DLR MSG - Honda

      Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, American Honda announced three recalls for various 2001-11 Honda models. As of August 4, 2014, affected VINs have been identifi

    • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2014 · DLR MSG - Stop S

      Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, American Honda announced three recalls for various 2001-11 Honda models. As of July 23, 2014, affected VINs have been identifie

    • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJun 2013 · SB-12-048

      Honda: information on replacement and removal of junction board from old ima battery and new battery mounted before battery is installed. Models 2003-11 civic hybrid, 201

    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

    NHTSA defect investigations

    NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2006 Honda Insight.

    Electrical SystemDP22005 · opened Jan 2023, closed Aug 2023Led to recall 22V063000

    Pedestrian alert sounds

    NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pe

    Selling a 2006 Insight: questions

    How much is a 2006 Honda Insight worth for junk?

    It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

    Can I junk a 2006 Insight that doesn't run?

    Yes. We buy 2006 Insights that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

    Can I sell a 2006 Insight with open recalls?

    Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Honda Insight; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

    What paperwork do I need to sell my 2006 Insight?

    Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

    Sources

    Data retrieved October 2026.

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