2014 HONDA CIVIC

2 recalls, 384 complaints - 150 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating

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

Defect Description

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Civic vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014, to November 6, 2014 and 2015 Fit vehicles manufactured March 12, 2014, to May 12, 2015. The software settings that control the transmission operation may result in damage to the ... Read more

Consequence

If the transmission drive pulley shaft is damaged, it may break, and the vehicle may lose acceleration or the front wheels may lock up while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 30, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JU2 (Civic) and JU3(Fit).

143,676 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

TIRES:BEAD

Defect Description

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Honda Civic LX vehicles manufactured November 26, 2013, through January 21, 2014. In the affected vehicles, during mounting of the tires, the tire bead may have gotten pinched between the assembly equipment and the steel wh... Read more

Consequence

The tire damage could cause the tire to lose air, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any damaged tire, free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2014. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's number for this recall is JD8.

9,816 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Complaint Statistics

384 total complaints 48 crashes 10 fires 35 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
POWER TRAIN	80
AIR BAGS	47
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	41
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	30
ENGINE	30
WHEELS	22
SERVICE BRAKES	18
STEERING	14
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	11
EXTERIOR LIGHTING	10

Incident date: Sep 8, 2025

Front headlights went out also rear brake lights now I have a problem with brake light and tailgate lamp staying on when car and lights are off. The suspension has had a issue ever since I bought it it makes awful loud noises when driving and especially hitting bumps in road. Passenger front and rea... Read more

Incident date: Sep 8, 2025

Incident date: Jun 1, 2026

Purchased 2019 Chevrolet Silverado High Country Edition with the 6.2L engine and 143K miles for my son. The vehicle had a clean service history on Car Fax. On the day we purchased the vehicle, we drove it home and noticed it was shuttering at times. I used my computer scanner and it came back with a... Read more

Incident date: Aug 20, 2025

The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving or while the vehicle was idling, the vehicle made an abnormal grinding sound and shut off on several occasions. The contact turned the ignition key, and the vehicle restarted. There was no warning light illuminated. The... Read more

Incident date: Dec 26, 2025

My 2022 Kia Carnival, approximately 80,000 miles, had intermittent dashboard warning lights and grinding brake noise for a few weeks. I brought the vehicle to Tasca Kia White Plains first time on 4/14/26 then again on 5/8/26. The dealership initially could not reproduce the issue, then later suspect... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Apr 23, 2026

Rpm slighting rising at low mph and it hesitates/jerks a bit

Incident date: Apr 2, 2026

Steering system failed and started to jerk -- Contacted Honda and while there was a recall on the NEWER models, we experienced a similar issue on our 2020 Civic.

Incident date: Dec 10, 2025

I was stopped at a traffic light and when it tire we green I was unable to drive as the emergency brake was holding the vehicle. I was unable to release it. Car would not go forward or backwards. Finally was able to drive after disconnecting battery for a few minutes. Drive directly to repair statio... Read more

Incident date: Dec 10, 2025

The contact owns a 2021 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler equipped with Castle Rock Tires, Tire Line: ST Tires, Tire Size: 225/75/R15, DOT Number: TJULT 1MT. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the RV suddenly started to swerve, and the steering wheel became unstable. The contact regained control of the s... Read more

Incident date: Feb 20, 2026

On February 19, 2026, at only 80 driven miles in this new 2026 Toyota Corolla hatchback, while moving slowly in reverse on dry pavement with no throttle input, no sharp steering and no misuse of the brake the vehicle spun out of control 4-5 times in the parking lot finally causing a collision with a... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Dec 9, 2025

I drive a 2017 Toyota Highlander and am having issues with the transmission. The issues and poor craftsmanship on the UA80 8-speed transmissions. Toyota offered Technical Service Bulletins T-SB-0160-18, T-SB-0008-21, and a limited Customer Support Program (CSP ZJC). But very few VINs were included a... Read more

Incident date: Dec 9, 2025

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? From 2018. The uauto start/stop system has failed 3 times. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? These components failing subjects the driver and surroundings to a stalled car that ... Read more

Incident date: Dec 9, 2025

The componet that failed is the cars electric system in the rear. Battery gets so hot its melted a 2nd orange box on top of the battery. Burned a hole right through. Attempted to start the vehicle, now it's throwing big sparks in the rear battery compartment. ABS warnings, brake warnings, it leaks. ... Read more

Incident date: Nov 26, 2025

The front passenger-side lower control arm on my 2022 Kia Forte fractured completely without warning during normal driving conditions. There was no collision, curb strike, pothole impact, or accident. The fracture appears clean and brittle, not bent or deformed. The failure caused suspension misali... Read more

Incident date: Nov 26, 2025

On Dec 12th the speedometer repeatedly showed very incorrect values, both displaying much faster than the vehicle was traveling and displaying zero when the vehicle had accelerated. We have not been able to replicate the issue. And it went away after shutting down and restarting the vehicle. The v... Read more

Incident date: Oct 16, 2025

Horn was going in and out of working for the first few months after purchase. Now the horn does not work at all. It is not the fuse. As seeing through other complaints this is a very common problem and should be on Hyundai to fix.

Incident date: Oct 16, 2025

On [XXX], my 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S (VIN: [XXX] ) suffered a sudden and complete electrical and transmission failure while I was driving my child to school. Without warning, multiple system error messages appeared, the transmission locked, and the vehicle became totally unresponsive. It would not shu... Read more

Incident date: Oct 15, 2025

The contact owns a 2012 Kia Forte. The contact stated that the brake lights failed to illuminate, and while inspecting the lights in the rear of the vehicle, the contact became aware that the socket where the brake light bulb was located was melting from the light overheating. The vehicle was taken ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 6, 2025

Rear passenger window stopped working due to switch failure. Unsafe for passengers in rear as road debris and outdoor weather was able to get in. Issue was resolved by replacing master switch

Incident date: Jul 6, 2025

Car was being driven on the highway in cruise control, when the cruise control turned off and the car began to decelerate. When the gas pedal was pressed, the RPMs shot up but there was no acceleration. The car was pulled over, turned off, and we were not able to turn it on again. The car was towed... Read more

Incident date: May 22, 2025

The contact owns a 2014 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, she crashed into the rear of a stopped Tesla, which crashed into another unknown vehicle. The floor air bag deployed and struck her knees. The driver's side air bag deployed. The passenger-side airbag... Read more

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: May 29, 2025

My vehicle has been jerking/hesitating upon acceleration and at times can barely move going up an incline at low speeds. This has been going on for over a year. Last year I was told by the Ford dealership that it was the RDU recall which did not make a difference, and they replaced the PTO which als... Read more

Incident date: Feb 1, 2025

The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer to... Read more

Incident date: Feb 1, 2025

Power issues, same as what has been reported with other CRVs.

Incident date: Feb 1, 2025

Incident date: Jan 1, 2025

Since late 2024, we have received notification via the Lincoln mobile app that "certain vehicle features have been disabled to conserve battery life". Those made known via that notice were lack of ability to remotely lock/unlock the vehicle and also lack of ability to remote start the vehicle. Linco... Read more

Incident date: Nov 1, 2024

There has been an ongoing issue with my vehicle since it was last taken to service for a recall. The transmission has premature failure. I have had the entire vehicle powertrain fluids changed and nothing has helped. My boyfriend has been driving the vehicle and will not let me drive it anymore beca... Read more

Incident date: Nov 17, 2024

This was a rental truck and I am not the owner, just the operator. The headlights are too bright and I have almost been crashed onto when other drivers were blinded by the headlights. I am not sure but believe this is the first year this model truck has these bright led headlights.

Incident date: Nov 3, 2024

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus ES 350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated tha... Read more

Incident date: Sep 3, 2024

The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal and brake pedal felt stiff and the vehicle had jolted while depressing the brake pedal before losing automotive power. The check engine, brake, transmission, and several other wa... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2024

DTC C0460, C0545 Internal Fault in Steering Gear Power Steering failing intermittently...ESP light and No traction lights come on on dash...can usually reset by turning truck off and restarting but does create an increased risk of accident due to failure while driving, especially at highway speeds ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 13, 2024

On July 28th 2024, I took my new 2023 Hyundai Elantra to its first oil change at a Take 5 oil change center. They replaced the oil, filter, checked the fluid levels in my car, and topped the fluids off. That evening, I noticed there was a liquid leaking from behind the passenger side tire, and at fi... Read more

Incident date: Aug 2, 2024

VEHICLE ISSUED DTC'S P1326 AND CAR FAILED COMPLETELY IN THE MIDDLE OF A VERY BUSY EXPRESSWAY

Incident date: Aug 2, 2024

Our truck only has 70,000 miles on it. My husband is a mechanic and has taken very good care of the truck. While traveling a few weeks ago the truck just started to miss and died. We lost all power. I am still under warranty thankfully. But I have read about all of the engines issues that are happen... Read more

Incident date: Aug 2, 2024

The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to an unknown Extended Warranty Coverage. ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2024

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of motive power. The service engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the cam phasers needed to be replaced. The ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2024

Received a recall letter, July 2023 for the footwell control module on our Mini Cooper Clubman. One 11-29 2023 I sent an email to customer relations because we have not heard anything back about the recall. Received a email from Abigail from monitoring relations on 11-30 2023 she wanted information ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2024

Incident date: Apr 4, 2024

Sunroof glass exploded for no reason. We were driving down the highway. The weather was mild. The glass exploded out. We have pictures of the glass protruding upwards not down

Incident date: Mar 30, 2024

My concerns is for the safety of my family as well as myself. I feel this recall is dangerous and it can happen at any given time. I believe that the manufactures of this vehicle had plenty of time to have this issue fixed. I really don't feel safe driving it, especially with my family.

Incident date: Mar 4, 2024

I recently purchased a 2021Mitsubishi Mirage G4 Carbonite Edition. Vin : [XXX] . I noticed (and tried everything i could) that the forward collision mitigation is not operational (FCM). I took it to the only authorized Mitsubishi Dealer in Las Vegas called 'Johnny Legends Mitsubishi'. They could not... Read more

Incident date: Mar 3, 2024

The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the transmission warning light illuminated. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic where a diagnostic was performed. The diagnostic determined that ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 25, 2023

I am currently experiencing electrical issues with my radio and backup camera. My radio will only play one radio station and nothing else. I cannot use bluetooth or apple carplay from my phone to my radio. The radio volume does not work as well, the backup camara sometime stays on a black screen cau... Read more

Incident date: Jan 21, 2024

The contact owns a 2023 Lexus IS350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the moon roof suddenly shattered, raining glass into the interior of the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was... Read more

Incident date: Jan 31, 2024

Emergency SOS and Travel Assist will intermittently fault out sending a loud chime in the cabin warning me that said assist devices aren’t available. Sometimes the chimes will go off for minutes on end and be completely random. This persistent chime is distracting and also frightening as I think I... Read more

Incident date: Jan 20, 2024

While driving, car brakes by itself. There were no cars in front or behind. Red light flash on dashboard and then snatched brakes by itself. Another time, someone came close behind me and my car stopped by itself again nearly causing the driver to run into the back of me. Sensor light come on. Does... Read more

Incident date: Jan 20, 2024

Incident date: Nov 15, 2023

This vehicle has a "digital cockpit" without traditional analog gauges. It completely shut down on me while driving on the freeway, leaving me without a speedometer, and a red caution "do not drive" warning indicator. I have a video of this incident captured by my partner that I can share, as well... Read more

Incident date: Jan 20, 2024

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2014 HONDA CIVIC

2014 Honda Civic 4 DR FWD

Category	Rating
Overall Rating	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Driver	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Passenger	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk	10.5%

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, 2014 HONDA CIVIC

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Front-Wheel Drive)	29.0	37.0	33.0	Regular	$1,850
2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive)	22.0	31.0	25.0	Premium	$3,050
1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S7) (Front-Wheel Drive)	29.0	37.0	32.0	Regular	$1,900
1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive)	28.0	35.0	31.0	Regular	$2,000

CO2 Emissions: 273.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)

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

Technical Service Bulletins, 2014 HONDA CIVIC

150 manufacturer communications from 67 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS	14
284000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM	11
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION	9
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	8
106220 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL	8
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY	7
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS	7
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS	7

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

105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Service bulletin - There is a clicking or grinding noise when making turns. Confirm the noise by accelerating while the front wheels are turned sharply to the left and then again to the right.

106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

Service bulletin - There is a clicking or grinding noise when making turns. Confirm the noise by accelerating while the front wheels are turned sharply to the left and then again to the right.

200000 WHEELS

Service bulletin - There is a clicking or grinding noise when making turns. Confirm the noise by accelerating while the front wheels are turned sharply to the left and then again to the right.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Servicenews Article - Any customers complaining about these issues when their iPhone running iOS 12 is connected to the vehicle? ? When using an HDMI output, they can't view or listen to videos, music, etc. ? The launcher screen for Honda

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Servicenews article - Are any customers complaining about any of the following issues between their iPhone running iOS 12 when it's connected to their vehicle? ? You can't view or listen to videos, music, etc., when using a HDMI output. ?

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

140000 AIR BAGS

106220 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL

Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 Civic CVTs with a condition of the left axle seal leaking. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle p

350000 EQUIPMENT

106220 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL

162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

350000 EQUIPMENT

106220 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL

106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

106220 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL

106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

Engineering request for investigation - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014-2015 Civic CVTs with a condition of the left axle seal leaking. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific p

106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - ALTHOUGH SIMILAR, THE HONDALINK AND HONDALINK EV APPS AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD ON THE APPLE APPS STORE AND GOOGLE PLAY ARE NOT THE SAME. FURTHERMORE, EACH APP APPLIES TO SPECIFIC MODELS.

071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

"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

091000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE

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.

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.

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.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Does the front seat-back creak or squeak when you move around in the seat or get in or out of the vehicle? What?s likely causing it is the seat-back fabric rubbing against the foam pad underneath. This noise only happens when the seat gets

220100 SEATS:BARRIERS

220000 SEATS

EDITOR?S NOTE: This article replaces the one posted in December 2015 to extend the article?s shelf life. The issues covered are still being addressed. Does the front seat-back creak or squeak when you move around in the seat or get in or o

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

SERVICE BULLETIN - ON THE MONRONEY LABEL, THE BUMPER COMPLIANCE STATEMENT IS MISSING.

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

DEALER MESSAGE - ON THE MONRONEY LABEL, THE BUMPER COMPLIANCE STATEMENT IS MISSING. ATTACH THE MONRONEY UPDATE LABEL TO THE WINDOW AREA NEXT TO THE MONRONEY LABEL.

162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS

BACKGROUND On the Monroney label, the bumper compliance statement is missing. Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible. Vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your new vehicle inventory. Repair thes

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Today, February 26, 2016, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is announcing a Product Update for certain Accord, Civic, CR-Z, Fit, and Insight model years 2014-2016 vehicles for sale in the state of Hawaii to amend Monroney labels that were prin

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

350000 EQUIPMENT

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

On the Monroney label, the bumper compliance statement is missing. Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible. Vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your new vehicle inventory. Repair these vehicles b

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Hawaii Multi Model Monroney Label No Print.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

"TECH LINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - EDITOR?S NOTE: THIS ARTICLE REPLACES THE ONE POSTED IN SEPTEMBER 2015 TO EXTEND THAT ARTICLE?S SHELF LIFE. THE ISSUES COVERED ARE STILL BEING ADDRESSED. DO YOU HAVE A VEHICLE WITH 7-INCH DISPLAY AUDIO IN YOUR

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

220000 SEATS

"TECHLINE SUMMARY ARTICLE - EDITOR?S NOTE: THIS ARTICLE REPLACES THE ONE POSTED IN AUGUST 2015 TO EXTEND THAT ARTICLE?S SHELF LIFE. THE ISSUES COVERED ARE STILL BEING ADDRESSED. DOES THE FRONT SEAT-BACK CREAK OR SQUEAK WHEN YOU MOVE AROUND

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Do you have a vehicle with 7-inch Display Audio in your shop for any of these problems? ? When shifting into Reverse, the LaneWatch camera view comes up instead of the one for the rearview camera. ? When activating LaneWatch, the rearview

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

These problems are reported to happen intermittently and we?re working on a fix. Until it?s available, replace the audio unit. Reman units have been updated.

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

"SERVICE BULLETIN - THE AUDIO UNIT SOFTWARE IS MALFUNCTIONING. SYMPTOM ? THE AUDIO UNIT BACK LIGHT FLICKERS. ? UPPER DISPLAY IS BLANK AT STARTUP. ? VOL/SELECTOR KNOB OR HARD KEYS DO NOT WORK. ? MULTIPLE SOURCES APPEAR ON THE INFORMATIO

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

SERVICE BULLETIN - CERTAIN DRIVE CYCLE CONDITIONS MAY CREATE HIGHER-THAN-NORMAL STRESS ON THE INPUT SHAFT PULLEY WHICH, IF REPEATED ENOUGH TIMES, COULD CAUSE THE PULLEY TO BREAK. IF THE SHAFT PULLEY BREAKS, THE VEHICLE IS NOT ABLE TO MOVE W

103400 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT

105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

"DEALER MESSAGE - YESTERDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2015, AMERICAN HONDA NOTIFIED NHTSA OFA SAFETYRECALLFOR APPROXIMATELY123,0832014-15 CIVIC & 20,5932015 FIT VEHICLES DUE TO DRIVE SHAFT PULLEYS THAT MAYFAIL. ANYNEW OR USED UNITS IN DEALER STOCKMUST

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SERVICE BULLETIN - THE CHECK SYSTEM MESSAGE IS DISPLAYED WITH THE MIL ON AND DTC P16F7 (STARTER INHIBITOR RELAY STUCK ON). THE CLUTCH IS PARTIALLY PRESSED, CAUSING A MISDETECTION OF P16F7.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

SERVICE BULLETIN - THE CHECK SYSTEM MESSAGE IS DISPLAYED WITH THE MIL ON AND DTC P16F7 (STARTER INHIBITOR RELAY STUCK ON). THE CLUTCH IS PARTIALLY PRESSED, CAUSING A MISDETECTION OF P16F7.

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

090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

091100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

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

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL

DEALER MESSAGE - AMERICAN HONDA (AHM)IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2014 1.8LCIVICS WITH A CUSTOMER REPORTING AN ENGINE OIL LEAK AT THE CHAIN CASE COVER. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDITION, AHM WOULD LIKE TO COLLECT SPECIFIC PARTS FR

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

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,

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Engineering request for investigation - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014 1.8L Civics with a customer reporting an engine oil leak at the chain case cover. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014 1.8L Civics with a customer reporting an engine oil leak at the chain case cover. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts

091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

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

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Dealer message - Models equipped with the 7?DA and DA+systems may intermittently encounter certain functional anomalies with the rear view camera (may display LaneWatch), LaneWatch (may display rear view camera), or the Audio unit. The anom

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

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

284000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM

133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2014 Civic Coupes with a complaint of window regulator noise when raising or lowering the windows. The noise can be described as popping, squeaking, growling, clicking, or knock

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

284000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM

133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Dealer message - Overview: Models equipped with the 7?DA and DA+systems may intermittently encounter certain functional anomalies with the rear view camera (may display LaneWatch), LaneWatch (may display rear view camera), or the Audio uni

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

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

284000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM

133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

Dealer message - American Honda (AHM)is investigating certain 2014 Civic Coupes with a complaint of window regulator noise when raising or lowering the windows. The noise can be described as popping, squeaking, growling, clicking, or knocki

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.

284000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM

160000 STRUCTURE

Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2013-2015 Civics with a complaint of a loose or missing roof molding. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific information from the ve

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Engineering request for investigation - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2013-2015 Civics with a complaint of a loose or missing roof molding. To fully understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific

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

284000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM

Dealer message - Models equipped with the 7? DA and DA+ systems may intermittently encounter certain functional anomalies with the rear view camera (may display LaneWatch), LaneWatch (may display rear view camera), or the Audio unit. The an

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.

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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 (current)	2	384
2013	0	443	View
2012	3	620	View
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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