2012 HONDA CIVIC

3 recalls, 620 complaints - 100 TSBs - 4/5 safety rating

STEERING:COLUMN

Defect Description

Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 Civic passenger vehicles, manufactured from October 26, 2012, through October 30, 2012. These vehicles were assembled with the incorrect steering column assembly.

Consequence

The steering column may not have proper energy absorbing characteristics, which could increase the risk of injury during a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the steering column, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on December 10, 2012. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.

157 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Defect Description

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 HONDA CIVIC VEHICLES. DURING ASSEMBLY, THE PROCESS REQUIRED TO SEAT THE DRIVERS SIDE DRIVESHAFT AND SET THE RETAINING CLIP WAS NOT COMPLETED. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVESHAFT MAY SEPARATE.

Consequence

IF THIS OCCURS, THE VEHICLE WILL HAVE A LOSS OF DRIVE POWER AND MAY ROLL AWAY IF THE PARKING BRAKE HAS NOT BEEN SET WHEN THE GEAR SELECTOR HAS BEEN PLACED IN THE PARK POSITION, INCREASING THE RISK OF CRASH OR PEDESTRIAN INJURY.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver's side driveshaft and install a new driveshaft as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 21. 2012. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.

50,190 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Defect Description

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CIVIC 2-DOOR AND 4-DOOR VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 21, 2011, THROUGH MAY 2, 2011. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT AN O-RING, WHICH SEALS A CONNECTION IN THE FUEL FEED LINE, IS MISALIGNED. IF THE O-RING IS MISALIGNED, A SMALL FUEL LEAK MAY OCCUR.

Consequence

FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FEED LINE ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.

1,156 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Complaint Statistics

620 total complaints 90 crashes 9 fires 60 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
AIR BAGS	136
STEERING	73
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	47
POWER TRAIN	45
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL	39
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	36
ENGINE	35
SERVICE BRAKES	34
STRUCTURE:BODY	28
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	22

Incident date: May 7, 2026

Honda pilot would not restart after auto ideal engine stop. This issue caused all the warnings lights to come on with blinking engine light! Honda dealer was not able to resolve the issue and ended up paying $1500 even though it was a part of their service bulletin 23-009.

Incident date: Apr 29, 2026

While traveling at highway speed during rush hour commute, the vehicle lost engine power and stalled. While coasting, I tried to restart the engine several times without success. Before coming to a stop, I attempted to get to the shoulder safely. Unfortunately, a portion of the vehicle was left part... Read more

Incident date: Mar 12, 2026

The low beam headlights are useless for night driving. The operator is required to run high beam during any night time or low light operation. This creates a safety issue for both the operator and any incoming vehicles.

Incident date: Mar 21, 2026

Driving down the road and had Stabiltrak disable and power steering go out, causing great difficulty to maintain control of steering the vehicle. My teenage son’s first vehicle and he was driving with myself and younger son as passengers. This could have been a very horrible situation. Apparent... Read more

Incident date: Mar 21, 2026

The 2011 to 2019 Ford Explorers have a huge issue with them. The internal water pump on my 2017 Ford Explorer 3.5L engine failed. The failure caused coolant to leak into the engine crankcase, where it mixed with the engine oil. This contaminated the oil and led to catastrophic engine failure and sei... Read more

Incident date: Mar 21, 2026

The frame of the back window is cracking allowing water to come in through the back glass. This is causing the headliner and other components such as air bags and other electrical components to get wet and damaged. This could cause risk of fire or failure of safety components within the vehicle suc... Read more

Incident date: Mar 20, 2025

Rear tailgate on my 2021 Sierra opens or drops when wet. This seems to only happen in a heavy rain or after a truck wash. This problem has been recognized by the manufacturer and the dealer. There is no warning other than the constant clicking of the electric switch allowing the tailgate to drop. Th... Read more

Incident date: Mar 20, 2025

Incident date: Dec 30, 2025

While driving at freeway speed, my fully closed panoramic moon roof exploded with me and my 5 year old son in the car. Thankfully, the interior shade was closed so no shards of glass fell inside. It sounded like a gunshot and I have front and rear view dash cam video with audio of the incident. You ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 14, 2025

This problem has occurred to me now twice. Both occurrences were on very cold days where the temperature was below 20 degrees F. The car starts promptly and runs, but the entire dashboard electronic instrument cluster is non-functioning and dark . In this condition, you cannot tell your speed, e... Read more

Incident date: Jul 14, 2025

I bought my 2021 Toyota Highlander on 11/17/2025 and approximately one month later, I heard a whining noise when the car accelerates past 25 mph. The whining noise gets progressively louder the more the car accelerates. In addition, when driving over a bump or hump, there is a grinding/creaking nois... Read more

Incident date: Oct 16, 2025

Car is making loud noises while going over uneven roads. Only have 64,000 miles on it and I need to replace the struts.

Incident date: Mar 3, 2025

The rear back up camera is malfunctioning/not working intermittently. Sometimes it works, and then glitches out and is gone, other times it is a completely black screen. This started approximately 4-6 weeks ago. It says "Camera is unavailable. Please contact your dealership". I have since seen tha... Read more

Incident date: Aug 20, 2025

Around May 2025, the brake booster and pump in the car stopped working. There was no clear warning lamp or indicator prior to it failing. While driving on the highway, the part stopped working and significantly changed the car's braking power. Rather than smoothly braking as it did before, the ca... Read more

Incident date: Aug 5, 2025

UNKNOWN - was parking in a spot and car accelerated uncommanded, stepped on the brakes and car did not stop. It stopped with parking sign cement post.

Crash

Incident date: Aug 5, 2025

After not driving the car for a full day or so, when I drive down my street about 1/4 of a mile to a stop sign and stop the vehicle will not accelerate from the stop. I press on the gas but the car goes around 5 MPH for the next 50-100 feet or so and will not accelerate before finally kicking in and... Read more

Incident date: Aug 7, 2025

Complete transmission valve body failure. 27,000 miles on truck. Unacceptable.

Incident date: Jun 16, 2025

While braking slowly to park at my home, my 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning XLT suddenly accelerated forward without any throttle input. The vehicle struck a wall. My foot was on the brake and I did not touch the accelerator. There were no warning messages prior to the incident. This could have caused ser... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Jun 1, 2025

I am writing to formally express my deep concern and disappointment regarding the sudden failure of my Volkswagen Tiguan SE, a brand-new vehicle purchased just three months ago. While driving, the car abruptly stopped in the middle of the road, putting my entire family in grave danger. Fortunately, ... Read more

Incident date: Jun 1, 2025

I was driving very slowly (5 to 10 MPH) through a rain storm on May 28th. The water rose to about 6 inches (fairly still, not rushing water), and I heard a loud and alarming noise under the car. I drove on for one block on a neighborhood street until I could get to higher ground. I discovered tha... Read more

Incident date: Jun 1, 2015

Engine stalled in traffic. Happened when slowing to a stop. Happens when engine has warmed up.

Incident date: Apr 19, 2025

Ford issued a recall on my vehicle in January 2025. They state that I cannot charge my car until they fix it, or it could catch on fire. I paid $8,000 extra for a car I can charge, and almost never use my gas engine. I have now not been able to charge my car for 5 months and there is no fix availabl... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2025

I was driving my vehicle on the highway when all of a sudden I started to lose speed and my car wouldn’t accelerate. When my vehicle wouldn’t accelerate it started to shake significantly and the check engine, abs, traction control, and service stabilitrak light came on all at once. I was able to... Read more

Incident date: May 2, 2025

Started working with Kia care center about October 2024. My engine oil was burning internal and I was given a case number, was told to drive until oil was very low and drive 1,000 miles, and told NOT to add oil from Grand Kia. Took my car into Grand Kia, didn't get to 1,000 only lasted three months... Read more

Incident date: Apr 7, 2024

I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of significant concern regarding my recent visit to your service center on April 22, 2025, for a scheduled appointment to replace the driver's side rim and two front tires. Upon post-service inspection of my vehicle, I observed that the newly installe... Read more

Incident date: Apr 17, 2025

The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Durango. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V838000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair... Read more

Incident date: Jan 24, 2025

The High-Speed Cooling Fan Motor Relay (Recall 21N01) and the Exterior A-Pillar Apical Molding (Recall 24V031) failed on my vehicle. The cooling fan caused the engine to overheat repeatedly, and the vehicle became undrivable. Unfortunately, I no longer have the vehicle, as it was surrendered to my b... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Jan 24, 2025

While idling, I noticed a knocking sound. Dealership found that rockers on both banks not rotating from lifter failure. Dealership replaced both lifter banks. Luckily this was caught early and was corrected for engine failure.

Incident date: Oct 20, 2024

Honda 2025 CR-V AWD. Fuel Mileage decreased from 31 MPG to 22 MPG on [xxx] on [XXX] Highway Trip leaving Vernon Hills, Illinois with Cruise Control and Economy Mode Set. There was no Engine Performance Problem and no errors were indicated. The car dashboard displayed the average mileage as 22-2... Read more

Incident date: May 4, 2024

The car while driving suddenly died. The error code is related to the fuel pump, which I now understand had a recall for the 2 previous years. The dealership does not know when a replacement part might be available.

Incident date: Aug 12, 2024

The contact owns a 2018 Honda Civic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair... Read more

Incident date: Oct 10, 2024

The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the power steering assist suddenly failed. The contact used an excessive amount of force to steer the vehicle. The steering stability control warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be di... Read more

Incident date: Jun 27, 2024

I have been having the same problem many people have been having with the same vehicle type. I will be driving and this has happened 4 times now and once on the freeway! Were I am driving, and all of the sudden the power steering cuts out, and I get all the warning lights come on. I had to pull o... Read more

Incident date: Jun 3, 2024

After having the recent recall completed at the dealer, shortly thereafter I noticed that the ABS warning light, traction control warning light, and the downhill assist warning light all came on and stayed on while driving. The service department at the dealership says that these events are not rela... Read more

Incident date: Jun 23, 2024

Power steering cuts off and very hard to steer until you turn off vehicle and turn back on but then will go out again while driving .This is very un safe when my wife is driving Kids to school.I have read that 2009-2011 has same issue and have been recalled why isn’t this one if it’s same proble... Read more

Incident date: Jun 23, 2024

Brake error and traction control error on dash. It is available for inspection. Not sure if it is safe but we have not options. This started several years ago. We have looked at ordering parts and tried to make appointment at dealer but parts were out of stock. We have not ever taken it in to the de... Read more

Incident date: Jun 14, 2024

Vehicle only has 209 miles and the transmission is out ,not driveable

Incident date: Jun 14, 2024

My power steering and brakes went out as I was driving. I was making a turn in town, and I almost collided with another car at the intersection. I pushed the brakes as hard as I could, but it didn't slow down, the car just eventually rolled to a stop on its own. The exact cause is unknown, but it ... Read more

Incident date: Jun 14, 2024

Incident date: May 2, 2024

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic, and it was determined that the spark plug and an ignition... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2024

My 2020 Toyota Rav4 was just diagnosed with an engine coolant bypass valve failure. The leak from this valve could cause engine overheating. This seems to be a well known defective engine component that Toyota appears unwilling to address.

Incident date: Nov 15, 2019

The car is making a weird sound when I break. It sounds like liquid is moving around and another sound. The central caution off in my car and the airbags too

Incident date: Nov 1, 2022

Vehicle cluster lights go black while driving...dangerous due to no fuel gauge..no speed gauge... no speedometor..no seat belt warning and no blinkers to exit highway safely....there is a danger of crashing as vehicles goes hesitant during black periods...this is an ongoing problem with Mercedes as ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 23, 2024

My driver window stopped working in 2022, I paid to go get it fixed at an automotive place and then now as of 2023 all of the other 3 windows stopped working within a 2-4 month period. For all 3 windows to go randomly stop working within the 2-4 month period is the concern. I have mentioned this is... Read more

Incident date: Nov 16, 2023

WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL TO RIGHT OR LEFT AT LOW SPEEDS, I EXPERIENCED SUDDEN LOSS OF CONTROL, GRINDING, CLUNKY SOUND SUDDEN JERK IN DIRECTION OF THE TURN.

Incident date: Jan 24, 2024

The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon her husband entering the vehicle and closing the driver's side door, the rear window suddenly shattered. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to determine the cause of the... Read more

Incident date: Oct 15, 2023

Only center sticky steering feel when making slight left-right adjustment.

Incident date: Nov 20, 2023

The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at various highway speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle would not properly accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact indicated that the RPM was elevated before the vehicle ... Read more

Incident date: Nov 18, 2023

In June of 2022 (50,284 miles) we were experiencing hard shifting and noises upon starting. We took it to our local dealership in Virginia who did an upgrade on the powertrain control module and told me what I was experiencing was normal for this transmission and not a concern. In December of 2022 (... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2012 HONDA CIVIC

2012 Honda Civic 2 DR FWD

Category	Rating
Overall Rating	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Passenger	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash, Driver	3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Side Crash, Passenger	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk	11.8%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	No
Lane Departure Warning	No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EPA Fuel Economy, 2012 HONDA CIVIC

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive)	28.0	38.0	31.0	Regular	$2,000
1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive)	28.0	35.0	31.0	Regular	$2,000
2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive)	22.0	31.0	25.0	Premium	$3,050

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 HONDA CIVIC

100 manufacturer communications from 61 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
140000 AIR BAGS	9
060000 ENGINE (PWS)	7
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	7
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM	6
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)	5
100000 POWER TRAIN	5
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	4
091000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE	3

100000 POWER TRAIN

Owner Notification Letter - Our records indicate that a EMISSIONS RECALL has not been completed on this vehicle (Vehicle Identification Number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX). Under certain circumstances, your vehicle's powertrain control module (PCM) m

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

100000 POWER TRAIN

Owner Notification Letter - Under certain circumstances, your vehicle's powertrain control module (PCM) may not properly adjust the air-fuel ratio resulting in your vehicle releasing air pollutants which exceed California and Federal standa

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

100000 POWER TRAIN

Service Bulletin - Due to an improper PCM calibration, after starting the engine the PCM cannot properly adjust the air-fuel ratio under certain conditions and the on-board emission-related diagnostic system may not appropriately detect a m

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Service Bulletin - Due to an improper PCM calibration, under certain conditions after starting the engine the PCM cannot properly adjust the air-fuel ratio. As a result, vehicle emissions may exceed applicable standards.

100000 POWER TRAIN

103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Dealer Message - Today, September 24, 2019, American Honda is announcing a stop sale and emissions recall for certain 2012 Civic vehicles that may be releasing air pollutants that exceed applicable state and federal standards.

100000 POWER TRAIN

010000 STEERING

ServiceNews Article - When removing and installing a cable reel, you need to keep both the cable reel and the steering angle sensor in position. If you don't , the VSA indicator may come on along with one or more VSA DTCs. And when you run

140000 AIR BAGS

Service Bulletin - This bulletin has been cancelled because the collection is now complete. If you did the collection in this Service Bulletin on or before February 26, 2019 (RO date), use the Warranty Claim Information provided below.

133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

"Service bulletin - Clearance between the motor pinion and the plate hole causes the plate body to flex, which allows the gear to move up and jump off the motor teeth."

130000 VISIBILITY

"Service bulletin - Clearance between the motor pinion and the plate hole causes the plate body to flex, which allows the gear to move up and jump off the motor teeth."

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Service bulletin - Emission certification labels that were replaced on a small number of vehicles may have been replaced with a label listing incorrect information. The affected emission labels are replacement service parts, and were not in

350000 EQUIPMENT

Dealer message - Today, American Honda is notifying dealers of a voluntary noncompliance recall for a small number of Honda vehicles due to an error on the replacement (service part) underhood emissions labels. American Honda previously not

140000 AIR BAGS

Service bulletin - 2012 and 2015 Civic Front Passenger Inflator Collection. This bulletin has been cancelled because the collection is now complete.

140000 AIR BAGS

Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement f

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Service bulletin - The oil consumption is more than the customer expects; the engine oil level is low on the dipstick sooner than expected based on overall vehicle usage, condition, and maintenance history. In some cases, the oil warning li

350000 EQUIPMENT

Service bulletin - This bulletin has been cancelled because the collection is now complete.

103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

SERVICE BULLETIN - DUE TO AN IMPROPER PCM CALIBRATION, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE THE PCM CANNOT PROPERLY ADJUST THE AIR-FUEL RATIO. AS A RESULT, VEHICLE EMISSIONS MAY EXCEED APPLICABLE STANDARDS.

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

"DEALER MESSAGE - TODAY, APRIL 21, 2017, AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR, CO., INC. IS NOTIFYING ALL DEALERS OF A VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL FOR CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 HONDA CIVIC PZEV VEHICLES TO ADDRESS THE POSSIBILITY OF NON-METHANE ORGANIC GAS (N

103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

091000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE

"SERVICE BULLETIN - FOR VEHICLES WITH SCI COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) FUEL TANKS, HONDA IS NO LONGER REPLACING THE FUEL TANK AND SOLENOID VALVE ALTOGETHER. IF YOU REPLACE THE FUEL TANK SOLENOID VALVE, YOU MUST NOW REINSTALL THE ORIGINAL FU

071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

SERVICE BULLETIN - NAVIGATION SYSTEM INFORMATION.

091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

SERVICE BULLETIN - THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT WORK AND THE LOW FUEL INDICATOR BLINKS WITH FUEL IN THE TANK. THE PCM MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED.

091100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

SERVICE BULLETIN - THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT WORK AND THE LOW FUEL INDICATOR BLINKS WITH FUEL IN THE TANK. THE PCM MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED.

140000 AIR BAGS

SERVICE BULLETIN - THIS BULLETIN IS CANCELLED BECAUSE THE COLLECTION IS NOW COMPLETE. AHM WAS COLLECTING THESE PARTS TO STUDY THE FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR.

141220 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

DEALER MESSAGE - IF THE SRS WARNING LAMP IS ILLUMINATED AND A DTC 11-1X OR 11-2X OR A B0001-13 IS STORED IN THE SRS MAIN UNIT, REPLACE THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG MODULE.

140000 AIR BAGS

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

140000 AIR BAGS

SERVICE BULLETIN - AMERICAN HONDA IS CONDUCTING A STUDY OF FRONT PASSENGER?S AIRBAG INFLATORS. THIS COLLECTION INVOLVES A SMALL NUMBER OF FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATORS FROM SPECIFIC LOCATIONS. ONCE CUSTOMERS ARE LOCATED, AN APPOINTMENT W

140000 AIR BAGS

2012 Civic Front Passenger's Air bag Inflator Collection. American Honda is conducting a study of front passenger's airbag inflators. This collection involves a small number of front passenger airbag inflators from specific locations. Once

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

"SERVICE BULLETIN - THE MIL COMES ON WITH ONE OF THESE DTCS: ? P2646/P2651 (ROCKER ARM OIL PRESSURE SWITCH CIRCUIT LOW VOLTAGE). ? P2647/P2652 (ROCKER ARM OIL PRESSURE SWITCH CIRCUIT HIGH VOLTAGE). NOTE: THE SYMPTOM MAY BE INTERMITTENT A

016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

"DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2012-2015 CIVICS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF EPS (ELECTRIC POWER- ASSISTED STEERING) LIGHT ON WITH/WITHOUT LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST AS WELL AS HAVING THE DTC 33-01 (LOWER

016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

"ENGINEERING REQUEST - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2012-2015 CIVICS WITH A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF EPS (ELECTRIC POWER-ASSISTED STEERING) LIGHT ON WITH/WITHOUT LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST AS WELL AS HAVING THE DTC 33-01 (L

016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

091100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

091000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE

"DEALER MESSAGE - THIS IS TO INFORM YOU THAT HONDA SERVICE BULLETIN 06-015, NATURAL GAS FUEL TANK AND FUEL LINE INSPECTION, HAS BEEN REVISED TO INCLUDE INSTRUCTIONS FOR ORDERING THE CNG FUEL TANK INSPECTION LABELS. THESE LABELS CAN BE ORDER

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

091000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

HONDA 2012 CIVIC: INFORMATION REGARDING INACCURATE FUEL GAUGE. VEHICLES ARE TO BE INSPECTED FOR FAILURE. *LJ

091100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

"SERVICE BULLETIN - THE FUEL TANK IN ALL HONDA NATURAL GAS VEHICLES MUST BE INSPECTED FOR DETERIORATION OR DAMAGE EVERY 3 YEARS OR 36,000 MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. THIS IS A REQUIREMENT OF HONDA AND THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT. IN ADDITION,

091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

FUEL GAUGE OUT OF ORDER; LOW FUEL INDICATOR FLASHES WHILE THE TANK HAS FUEL*CN

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Service bulletin - There is a chirping from the engine area while driving on rough roads in hot weather. The side engine mount's internal components are rubbing together, causing a noise.

199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

Service bulletin - For any TPMS-related warranty repairs, all recorded DTCs must now be entered into the warranty claim. Make sure your repair order includes those DTCs.

061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

HONDA: CIVIC 2012-2013 : COMPLAINTS OF INCORRECT FUEL GAUGE. *LJ

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012-2013 Civics with a complaint of an inaccurate fuel gauge. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a r

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

HONDA: AN INVESTIGATION IS LOOKING INTO SOME VEHICLES THAT ARE EXPERIENCE AN INACCURATE FUEL GAUGE ISSUE. MODEL 2012 CIVIC. *PE

091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

Engineering request for investigation - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012 Civics with a complaint of an inaccurate fuel gauge. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to

091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2012 Civics with a complaint of an inaccurate fuel gauge. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to you attempting a repai

162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

HONDA: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. WARRANTY EXTENSION, FOR 7 YEARS, ON SOME VEHICLES, FOR EXTERIOR PAINT ON HOOD AND FRONT FENDERS LEADING EDGE IS CRACKING; PAINT ON ROOF APPEARS TO BE CHALKY OR CLOUDY. MODEL 2012-13 CI

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Service bulletin - The exterior paint on the hood and the leading edge of the front fenders may crack or look chalky or cloudy. Also the roof, trunk, upper portions of the quarter panel, and the upper portions of the doors may look chalky o

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Service bulletin - The customer states the vehicle did not start due to a low state battery charge. The vehicle?s battery sensor monitors battery condition and the PCM determines charging mode. Based on the sulfation of the battery and cust

103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Service bulletin - The MIL comes on and DTC P0101 (MAF sensor circuit range/performance problem) is stored. The PCM misinterprets the mass air flow sensor inputs while driving with constant throttle movement.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Service bulletin - The customer states the vehicle did not start due to a low state of battery charge. The vehicle?s battery sensor monitors battery condition and the PCM determines charging mode. Based on the sulfation of the battery and c

180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Service bulletin - A buzz or rattle is heard from the dash when the heater is on low to medium fan speed. The air mix door is warped.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Service bulletin - The MIL comes on and DTC P0455 (EVAP system large leak) and/or DTC P0456 (EVAP system very small leak detected) is set. The fuel fill cap (gas cap) may also be loose or have a stick-slip feeling when tightened. The fuel f

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Service bulletin - The starter motor intermittently whines and does not crank the engine. The starter pinion does not extend far enough to properly engage the engine flywheel.

133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

HONDA: ON SOME VEHICLES, BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER FRONT WINDOWS WILL NOT GO UP DUE TO LACK OF CLEARANCE BETWEEN MOTOR PINION AND PLATE HOLE CAUSING PLATE BODY TO FLEX ALLOWING GEAR TO MOVE UP AND JUMP OFF MOTOR TEETH. MODEL 2012-2013 CIV

091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

HONDA: DUE TO AN INACCURATE FUEL GAUGE, SOME VEHICLES ARE BEING INVESTIGATED FOR THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDITION AND NEED TO BE INSPECTED. MODEL 2012 CIVIC. *PE

162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

HONDA: ON SOME VEHICLES, AN INVESTIGATION IS REQUESTED REGARDING THE MOLDING ON ROOF BEING EITHER LOOSE OR MISSING. MODELS 2012-2013 CIVIC. *PE

162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

HONDA: ON SOME VEHICLES, THE ROOF MOLDING IS EITHER LOOSE OR IS MISSING. MODELS 2012-2013 CIVIC. *PE

101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

HONDA: WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, IN SOME VEHICLES, NOISE IS HEARD FROM CLUTCH WHILE ENGAGED IN 1ST GEAR, AND SOUNDS LIKE A SQUEAKING, OR GROANING, OR GRINDING, RUBBING OR METALLIC. MODEL 2012 CIVIC. *PE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SERVICE BULLETIN -THE MIL COMES ON WITH DTC P0128 (COOLING SYSTEM MALFUNCTION) STORED. THE THERMOSTAT JIGGLE VALVE MAY INTERMITTENTLY STICK OPEN AND CAUSE THE PCM TO STORE DTC P0128.

101100 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)

"DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2012 M/T CIVIC SIS WITH A COMPLAINT OF A CLUTCH NOISE WHEN ENGAGING THE CLUTCH IN 1ST GEAR OR WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. THE NOISE CAN BE DESCRIBED AS GRINDING, SQUEAKING,

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

HONDA: DESCRIPTION OF THE UPDATE FOR HFL (HFT) CONTROL UNITS. DESCRIPTION OF TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT, UPDATING TIPS AND PRECAUTIONS, AS WELL AS HONDA CONTACT INFORMATION. *JS

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

AMERICAN HONDA: VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE AN ENGINE SURGE UPON ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. AHM REQUESTS TO INSPECT VEHICLE BEFORE ANY REPAIRS ARE ATTEMPTED. *JS

105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

HONDA: DUE TO A CLICKING OR CLACKING NOISE, WHILE TURNING EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT, THE CAUSE OF THE NOISE IS UNDER INVESTIGATION. MODEL 2006-2012 CIVIC. *PE

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

AMERICAN HONDA: INVESTIGATION OF AN ENGINE SURGE ON SPECIFIC VEHICLES, WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. INSPECTION IS TO OCCUR PRIOR TO ATTEMPTING A REPAIR. *JS

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

HONDA: DTC P2646/P2651 OR P2647/2652 MAY BE SET. THE ROCKER ARM OIL PRESSURE SWITCH MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO INCLUDED MODEL CIVIC SI MODEL YEAR 2002-2005. *JS

105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

HONDA: A CLICKING OR CLACKING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN TURNING EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT, IN SOME VEHICLES. MODELS 2006-2012 CIVIC. *PE

071110 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

HONDA: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. A SMALL LEAK MAY OCCUR BETWEEN FUEL RECEPTACLE AND FUEL FILL PIPE DUE TO IMPROPER FINISHING AT TIME OF MANUFACTURING, CAUSING A HISSING NOISE OR GAS ODOR. MODEL 2012 CIVIC.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

HONDA: THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF, POWER ON, BUT IN ACCESSORY; NEVER USE CONVENTIONAL WHEEL & TIRE ASSEMBLIES ON PAX VEHICLES; MIL ON AFTER THROTTLE BODY CLEANING OR REPLACEMENT; S/M FIX BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING, DIALOGUE FOR DVD SURROUND SOUND FR

190000 TIRES

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

200000 WHEELS

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

HONDA: ODOMETER, TRIP COMPUTER, FUEL RANGE, AND FUEL ECONOMY STATUSES ARE NOT VISIBLE ON THE I-MID DISPLAY. THIS CAN BE FIXED WITH A SOFTWARE UPDATE. *KB

071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

HONDA: THE FUEL TANK AND SOLENOID VALVE ARE NO LONGER BEING REPLACED TOGETHER AND IF FUEL TANK SOLENOID VALVE IS REPLACED, THEN REINSTALL ORIGINAL FUEL TANK. MODELS 1998-11 CIVIC GX, 2012-13 CIVIC. *PE UPDATED 04/15/2013. *KB

140000 AIR BAGS

HONDA: SOME SRS REPLACEMENT PARTS WERE INCORRECT, BECAUSE OF PRODUCTION OF WIRING HARNESSES AND CONNECTORS, FROM CONTINENTAL AND TRW SUPPLIERS, THAT ARE THE SAME BUT HAVE DIFFERENT SENDING SIGNAL WAYS BETWEEN IMPACT SENSORS AND SRS UNIT.

114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

HONDA: CERTAIN MODEL YEAR VEHICLES WOULD RANDOMLY EXPERIENCE MISFIRE DUE TO POSSIBLE INCOMPLETE CRANKSHAFT POSITION PATTERN. 2012 MODEL CIVIC. *PE

140000 AIR BAGS

CIVIC: A POSSIBILITY THE REPLACEMENT PARTS USED FOR SRS WERE INCORRECTLY INSTALLED. *PE

061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

HONDA: IF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS PRESSED DURING A COLD START, THE ENGINE MAY START, THEN STALL. THE PCM MISINTERPRETS THE AMOUNT OF FUEL NEEDED TO START THE ENGINE. ALSO INCLUDED MODEL CIVIC SI 2/4 DOOR MODEL YEAR 2012; MODEL CIVIC M/T A

171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

HONDA: DRIVER'S FRONT PASSENGER'S DOORS DO NOT UNLOCK IN FREEZING WEATHER. MOISTURE IN THE LOCK CABLE FREEZES. DRY AND LUBRICATE THE LOCK CABLE. *JS

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

HONDA: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROL SOFTWARE UPDATE. *PE UPDATED 11/28/11. *PE UPDATED 5/3/2012. *JS

011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

HONDA: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROL SOFTWARE UPDATE. *PE UPDATED 11/28/11. *PE UPDATED 5/3/2012. *JS

021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT

HONDA: WHEN MAKE TIGHT TURN, WOULD HEAR OR FEEL A POPPING OR CLUNKING NOISE, AFTER DRIVING OVER BUMPS, COMING FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION. *PE

113000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

HONDA: ON SOME MODEL VEHICLES, THERE IS AN ALTERNATOR/STARTER TESTER (AST) MODULE CAPABLE OF TESTING ALTERNATORS, INSTALLED ON GR8 DIAGNOSTIC BATTERY STATION. *PE

112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

HONDA: ON SOME MODEL VEHICLES, THERE IS AN ALTERNATOR/STARTER TESTER (AST) MODULE CAPABLE OF TESTING ALTERNATORS, INSTALLED ON GR8 DIAGNOSTIC BATTERY STATION. *PE

071200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK

HONDA: FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY WARRANTY INFORMATION. *RM

022100 SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS

HONDA SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. THE REAR SPRING UPPER MOUNTING CUSHION MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED INCORRECTLY. *RM

NHTSA Safety Investigations, HONDA CIVIC

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE, Closed , Model Year: 2022

Momentary Increased Steering Effort

On March 17, 2023, The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE23-005) to access the alleged defect of momentary increase in steering effort in model years (MY) 2022 and 2023 Honda Civic vehicles. The complaints report that the momentary increase in steering effort (de... scribed as "sticky steering") occurs mostly at highway speeds after driving for a certain amount of time. The reports have been received over the past 2 years with most occurring with low vehicle mileage. The steering gear contains a unit that includes a worm gear and a worm wheel. Honda stated this condition of momentary increase in steering effort occurs due to two factors within this unit. During manufacturing, the worm wheel goes through annealing and component conditioning processes. These processes caused internal stress and strain within the worm wheel. This strain was slowly released over the first few months of the vehicle life. Over time, the released strain caused the deformation of the teeth on the worm wheel, causing the worm gear to catch on the worm wheel. This results in the consumer’s momentary increased in steering effort. Also, the manufacturing process did not guarantee consistent grease application and therefore, some vehicles within the scope received too little grease which contributes to the momentary increase in steering effort. Analysis of all relevant data indicates that the subject condition occurs early in the vehicle’s life primarily in winter months. Additionally, the subject vehicles need to be driven in a straight line for a period of time, possibly until the vehicle is warmed up, to recreate the condition. The condition does not illuminate a malfunction indicator light (MIL). Some complaints allege Honda dealerships are unable to recreate the condition or state this is a normal vehicle operation. However, Honda released Service Bulletin 23-037 in July of 2023 which accurately describes the condition. To address this issue, Honda directs dealerships to remove the electronic power steering (EPS) gearbox and replace with a new gearbox. Further, Honda stated that the worst case steering effort from all warranty returned parts tested was 2.4 pounds. ODI complaint traffic remains steady. ODI has received 13 crashes to date, 11 of which allege roadway departure due to not being able to overcome the momentary increased steering effort prior to their vehicle leaving the roadway. The remaining 2 incidents claim overcorrection of the steering wheel. PE23-005 has been upgraded to an Engineering Analysis (EA23-003) to further assess the scope, frequency and potential safety related consequences of the momentary increase of steering effort. Further the scope has been expanded to include assessment of the Acura Integra and Honda CR-V models. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.Read more

EA, Closed , Model Year: 2002

Low Beam Headlights Stop Illuminating

This investigation was prompted by Preliminary Evaluation (PE) 11-017, and was based on reports from consumers alleging that both low beam headlights stopped illuminating simultaneously.Some complainants also reported that the combination switch (switch) that controls the headlights and turn signals... , and/or its electrical wiring harness connector were damaged by overheating.ODI's PE information request letter asked Honda for certain data on model years (MY) 2002-2006 CR-V, 2003-2008 Pilot, 2003-2008 Element, 2001-2005 Civic, and 2000-2001 S 2000 vehicles.Analysis of complaint and Honda data show that a complete low beam headlight circuit failure occurs in models with 2-bulb headlight systems (i.e., a single bulb on each side for high and low beam).Models with 2-bulb systems include MY 2002-2004 CR-V, 2003-2005 Pilot, 2001-2003 Civic, and 2003-2008 Element.Models with 4-bulb headlight systems (i.e., two bulbs on each side, one for high and one for low beam) have different electrical circuits for the headlights and do not experience the same failure mechanism as the 2-bulb system.MY 2000-2001 S 2000 models with 2-bulb high intensity discharge headlights also have different electrical circuits for the headlights and do not experience the same failure mechanism.Honda introduced the 4-bulb headlight system in CR-V in MY 2005, in Pilot in MY 2006, and in Civic in MY 2004.On March 29, 2012 Honda submitted a defect information report (DIR) to recall 554,428 vehicles, including MY 2002-2004 CR-V and MY 2003 Pilot.In the DIR, Honda stated that tension from the combination switch wiring harness to the electrical terminal for the low beam headlight circuit could cause a small amount of motion as the combination switch was operated.This motion, over time, can wear the surface of the terminal creating copper oxide, increasing electrical resistance, which may cause the terminal to melt within the harness connector.ODI continued its investigation, and on August 31, 2012 Honda submitted another DIR to recall an additional 820,789 vehicles.This report included the MY 2002 Civic vehicles which were not subject to a prior safety recall (04V-086) for headlights, all of MY 2003 Civic, and MY 2004-2005 Pilot.Honda's DIR advised that operation of the turn signal switch lever at high speed and/or with heavy force can cause movement between the combination switch body and the sub-harness wiring connector.This can cause wear and continued movement can create copper oxide, increasing electrical resistance, and potentially causing the terminal to melt within the harness connector. Please see both DIRs at http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/recalls/ under safety recall 12V-136 for complete details.Honda also provided additional information on the Element model, stating that it was not recalled due to it's very low failure rate.Honda sold 301,497 Element vehicles in the United States and received 17 reports, while ODI received one report (see VOQ 10395219).Honda's technical explanation for the low rate, which was submitted under request for confidentiality, is that the headlight switch, as installed in the Element, reacts differently to the forces applied to it as compared to the recalled models.See attachment for additional information.Read more

PE, Closed , Model Year: 2003

CNG TANK EXPLODING IN A FIRE

IN MID-APRIL 2007, HONDA INFORMED ODI OF A CNG TANK EXPLOSION INCIDENT THAT OCCURRED ON A SUBJECT VEHICLE.THE INCIDENT OCCURRED AFTER AN ARSONIST BROKE INTO A LOT WHERE MULTIPLE VEHICLES, INCLUDING A SUBJECT VEHICLE, WERE STORED AND SET THE VEHICLES ON FIRE.DURING THE FIRE, THE PRESSURE RELIEF DEVIC... Read more

DP, Closed , Model Year: 1992

IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR

THE PETITION ALLEGES THAT IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR FAILURE COULD CAUSE A VEHICLE FIRE OR A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT

SQ, Closed , Model Year: 1996

THROTTLE CABLE STICKING

DUE TO THE AGENCY'S INVESTIGATION INTO THIS MATTER, HONDA AGREED TO CONDUCT A SAFETY RECALL TO NOTIFY OWNERS OF THE 1996-1998 HONDA CIVICS AND INSTALL A POSITIVE FLOOR MAT RETENTION SYSTEM ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE (GENUINE HONDA) FLOOR MAT.FURTHERMORE, HONDA WILL CONDUCT A PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN T... Read more

SQ, Closed , Model Year: 1996

CONDENSER FAN MOTOR INOPERATIVE

SEE RESUME FOR DETAILS.

PE, Closed , Model Year: 1993

ALLEGED STEERING LOCKUP

There is no summary currently available

PE, Closed , Model Year: 1986

SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILS

There is no summary currently available

PE, Closed , Model Year: 1988

STALLING

There is no summary currently available

HONDA CIVIC - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the HONDA CIVIC across all model years (1973, 2025).

402 Total Recalls

20,358 Total Complaints

9 Investigations

2,356 Reported Crashes

289 Reported Fires

199 Reported Deaths

HONDA CIVIC - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2026	0	51	View
2025	2	127	View
2024	3	175	View
2023	4	334	View
2022	4	1,157	View
2021	4	209	View
2020	5	303	View
2019	4	545	View
2018	6	890	View
2017	6	780	View
2016	5	1,375	View
2015	1	488	View
2014	2	384	View
2013	0	443	View
2012 (current)	3	620
2011	9	221	View
2010	8	489	View
2009	8	499	View
2008	7	1,083	View
2007	9	1,466	View
2006	15	1,709	View
2005	15	396	View
2004	15	424	View
2003	24	619	View
2002	24	876	View
2001	27	1,357	View
2000	18	351	View
1999	15	404	View
1998	18	502	View
1997	16	452	View
1996	17	383	View
1995	12	252	View
1994	14	171	View
1993	13	178	View
1992	13	113	View
1991	8	143	View
1990	10	110	View
1989	6	88	View
1988	8	51	View
1987	3	41	View
1986	3	54	View
1985	2	17	View
1984	3	7	View
1983	0	10	View
1982	0	1	View
1981	0	1	View
1979	1	1	View
1978	1	0	View
1977	3	0	View
1976	2	0	View
1975	2	0	View
1974	2	0	View
1973	2	0	View

Other HONDA Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
ACCORD	1,544	31,106	View
ODYSSEY	1,083	15,814	View
PILOT	1,019	12,296	View
ACCORD HYBRID	883	1,156	View
CR-V	820	20,314	View
INSIGHT	709	669	View
PASSPORT	510	2,127	View
FIT	348	2,698	View

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