2015 HONDA CIVIC

1 recalls, 488 complaints - 80 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.)

Complaint Statistics

488 total complaints 59 crashes 6 fires 51 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
POWER TRAIN	121
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	57
AIR BAGS	51
ENGINE	50
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	35
STEERING	22
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL	20
SERVICE BRAKES	18
STRUCTURE:BODY	16
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	16

Incident date: Sep 1, 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact had experienced intermittent power steering assist failure, causing the steering wheel to lock up while driving at various speeds. The contact stated that after the failure, the vehicle failed to restart, and the "Air Bag" warning light illuminated. T... Read more

Incident date: Sep 1, 2025

Incident date: Jun 1, 2026

The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. An independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle with transmission failure. The contact associated the fail... Read more

Incident date: Nov 17, 2021

Engine failure while driving . A bolt broke off the Rod end cap and was freely moving in the engine causing a rod knock sound and seized the engine. Almost causing an accident on the heavily populated road. Metal debris is present in oil pan . Piston is damaged as well.

Incident date: Aug 12, 2023

I am reporting a serious safety issue involving my 2017 Ford F-250 diesel truck. While towing a 34-foot fifth wheel trailer and traveling from [XXX] to [XXX] , the vehicle experienced a sudden and dangerous failure near [XXX] . The engine warning light appeared, the vehicle went into low power mo... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2026

The transmission shift cable on the vehicle may fail to maintain its connection to the transmission. According to the manufacturer’s safety notice, this defect results in an unexpected and unrecoverable loss of PARK function. The manufacturer has acknowledged that this condition can lead to unin... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2026

The forward-facing multipurpose camera unit (ADAS camera) failed internally while driving, causing the simultaneous deactivation of multiple critical safety systems including Collision Mitigation Braking (CMBS), Road Departure Mitigation, and Lane Keeping Assist (LKAS). The failure is indicated by p... Read more

Incident date: Apr 3, 2026

Transmission is shuddering at speeds up to 60mph. Can cause the vehicle to jump repeatedly.I am worried at such a high speed the vehicle could lose control and put my life and others at risk. Also can shift very hard when coming to a stop so much so that it feels like I’ve been hit from behind by ... Read more

Incident date: Oct 19, 2025

While driving I received the infamous "Stop vehicle and check power supply" warning, and it was then inoperable, needed a tow to the dealer for ICCU replacement. I can't believe you terminated your initial investigation into this in 2023 because they did a recall (which my car received). That recal... Read more

Incident date: Oct 1, 2025

We have been waiting for almost two years for the traction control and ads break repair. When will something be done about this recall not being repaired?

Incident date: Feb 23, 2026

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Venture. The contact stated that while his father was driving at an undisclosed speed on the highway, the vehicle suddenly lost automotive power. No warning lights illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that his father managed to pull over to the shoulder of t... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Feb 2, 2025

Driver side LED DRL light has failed. This is a common problem occuring with many people with 2021+ year models of the Ford F-150. Truck is barely outside of warranty and with 51,000 miles and should not have a failing LED DRL. Additionally, Ford has made this part unrepairable and according to the ... Read more

Incident date: Feb 2, 2025

We have been hearing whining coming from the front of the vehicle for months. Over the life of our time with this car, we have reported to Toyota multiple times about the sound, and about how sometimes the engine seems slow to shift. The whining increases as you press the gas pedal. Toyota is awa... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2026

On January 15, 2026, at approximately 7:51 a.m., my son was involved in a motor vehicle collision that disabled three vehicles. His vehicle sustained significant damage and was declared a total loss. During the collision, the driver-side airbag did not deploy, and the seat belt failed to engage. As ... Read more

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Dec 18, 2025

The vehicle has a recurrent malfunction of the Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS), part of the exterior headlight system and advertised as a safety feature within Mazda’s i-ACTIVSENSE® technology. The failure presents as a dashboard warning stating: “Headlight System Malfunction. Have the veh... Read more

Incident date: Nov 8, 2025

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake warning light illuminated, and the vehicle shut off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was confirmed that the failure was due to an unrepaired recall. The contact received not... Read more

Incident date: Nov 22, 2025

The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V586000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that several dealers were contacted and confirmed that the parts were not yet avai... Read more

Incident date: Nov 13, 2025

Transfer case and front and rear differentials have failed - bmw claims lifetime fluid which is clearly not accurate

Incident date: Oct 19, 2025

As slowing down to park in parking space, the automatic braking applies hard and throws you forward. All three times, the vehicle was just entering the parking space and automatically slammed on brakes causing all passengers to lunge forward and seat belt to apply hard, hurting passengers chest. T... Read more

Incident date: Oct 19, 2025

While driving 70 mph on the highway my truck suddenly downshifted into first gear causing the truck to go into a skid. The skid was recovered so nobody was injured but if it were a wet day or pulling a trailer, I doubt it could have been saved. The speedometer quit working and a wrench showed on the... Read more

Incident date: Oct 25, 2025

Unknown

Incident date: Oct 7, 2025

Honda Odyssey Idle Stop system failure Vehicle: 2020 Honda Odyssey (Elite) Incident description: While driving, the vehicle's "Idle Stop" system engaged as I came to a complete stop at [e.g., a traffic light, intersection, stop sign]. The engine shut off as designed, but failed to restart automatic... Read more

Incident date: Sep 6, 2025

Problem: The Vehicle Slows down all of a sudden on the middle of the road from around 70 miles to 10 miles, then slowly drives at 15 or 20 miles speed. Safety Concern: On the Interstate Hwy, this has happened many time. Fortunately without any accidents. Very recently also this happened and I do not... Read more

Incident date: Sep 6, 2025

Rear light bar was replaced under Recall 23S30 on April 30, 2024. At the time, light bar had moisture inside and was no longer functioning. Now same issue has presented itself with the new part. Rear lightbar works sporadically or not at all. This means that the red part of the light bar flashes ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 6, 2025

Incident date: Jun 6, 2025

I had my vehicle serviced and repaired at Barber Honda here in Bakersfield, California, last year. They replaced the electrical power steering, but the problem came back. The light on the dashboard with a wheel-shaped icon turned on, and the wheel locked. It was a scary situation because we were dri... Read more

Incident date: Jun 6, 2025

The vehicle displayed engine warning message “Emission System Problem” at 70,000 miles and this appears to be present in many vehicles of this edition.

Incident date: Jun 6, 2025

The vehicle displayed engine warning message “Emission System Problem” at 70,000 miles and this appears to be present in many vehicles of this edition.

Incident date: Apr 19, 2025

The contact owns a 2012 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and attempting to make a left or right turn, the steering wheel made an abnormal whining sound. Additionally, the contact stated that while accelerating from a stop, the vehicle hesitate. There were no warni... Read more

Incident date: Apr 19, 2025

A few different days over the past few months. Driving heated seats stopped working. Check engine warning light on intermittently. Key fob not working. Multiple error codes stored in system cleared by dealer. shut down the car screen has stayed on. AC light has stayed on when car is off. Scree... Read more

Incident date: Jun 9, 2025

After a trip I found a crack in the fiberglass under the slide out, the dealer sent me to a Bodyshop. They have determined that the welds for the frame have broken. I have contacted forest river they will not try to help with the repair. I believe this is a safety issue with their product.

Incident date: Jun 9, 2025

Incident date: May 17, 2025

Shift to park error code where vehicle does not turn off and vehicle does not appear to be in park. GM vehicles had this issue in the past and still appear to have this same issue.

Incident date: May 17, 2025

The technical service bulletin for the Service Safety Restraint System is for models 2021-2023. I have a 2020 Service Safety Restraint System error code this is appearing intermittently. Turning off and on. It's almost like a short somewhere. We are taking it in for servicing but I feel that the... Read more

Incident date: Apr 15, 2025

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The component that failed was the Hydraulic Clutch Actuator, which is part of the hybrid transmission system. This component was already replaced in May 2024 under recall SC276, but it failed again. Th... Read more

Incident date: Jan 4, 2025

Acceleration is causing misfires or the engine to feel like it “skips” Also grumbles or bubbles when I shut down.

Incident date: Mar 17, 2025

Batteries are constantly draining causing multiple failures with no warning such as hill assist, traction control, abs, steering, brake, 4 wheel drive and turn signal lights. I have had to replace both batteries every year since purchasing the vehicle. Date is happened is the most recent event. T... Read more

Incident date: Mar 4, 2025

The contact owns a 1995 N/A Chevrolet GMT-400. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 03V159000 (VISIBILITY); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amoun... Read more

Incident date: Feb 2, 2025

Engine does not work properly. It is loud and car shakes. Dealership had me do maintenance and did not fix the problem. Rear windshield wiper pours out fluid and turns on with no reason. They say there is a short however it turns on and blocks my rear window view every while just driving, or using ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 9, 2025

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while the vehicle was cold and driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle started shuddering abnormally between gears, and the RPM increased, causing the vehicle to lose power. The contact stated that after the hesitation, the vehicle ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 9, 2025

The contact owns a 2020 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); 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: Feb 5, 2025

I purchased a used 2020 Hyundai Palisade in June 2024. The vehicle has a defective engine caused by excessive oil consumption. I took the vehicle to the dealer service department and they confirmed the issue. A claim was made to Hynduai to replace the engine and it was denied. Not replacing the engi... Read more

Incident date: Dec 24, 2024

Brakes failing while driving in the rain. I was unable to use my brakes in the rain and headlights turned off while driving too. Took it to the dealer and they won't do anything unless lights are on on dashboard to read the code.

Incident date: Feb 2, 2025

The contact rented a 2023 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 MPH, the contact noticed that the Lane Keep Assist was following the lines on the right side of the vehicle, causing the vehicle to veer towards an exit several times. The contact was able to steer the vehicle bac... Read more

Incident date: Dec 6, 2024

UNKNOWN

Incident date: Dec 6, 2024

I charged a 2021 Apple Macbook Pro with factory charging cable from the front USB-C charging port in a 2023 Tesla Model 3. The laptop charged up to around 70% but ended prematurely due to a melted charging cable and usb-c port (the connections from the usb-c port that the cable plugs into, and the p... Read more

Incident date: Dec 6, 2024

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the front end of the vehicle. The suspension warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. After... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2025

APIM: Failure at 47,,047' Very well known problem! Ford needs to discount or fully replace these components that keep failing.

Incident date: Jan 8, 2025

This complain is regarding the recent recall regarding FSD tesla Smart Summon failures. Incident date June 02, 2024 Car was parked in a parking lot outside a movie theater. I was less than 20 feet away from car with clear visibility, and tried smart summon. Car pulled out of the parking making an a... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2015 HONDA CIVIC

2015 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, 2015 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
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
2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive)	22.0	31.0	25.0	Premium	$3,050

CO2 Emissions: 272.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)

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

Technical Service Bulletins, 2015 HONDA CIVIC

80 manufacturer communications from 55 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
106220 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL	8
350000 EQUIPMENT	7
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS	7
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY	7
140000 AIR BAGS	5
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	4
016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM	3
091100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY	3

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.

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.

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.

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 - 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

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

010000 STEERING

Service news article - To prevent damage during shipping, leather-wrapped steering wheels come with a protective plastic covering. The easiest way to remove it during PDI is to grab the covering with both hands near the top of the steering

011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

106220 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL

350000 EQUIPMENT

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

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

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

THIS COMMUNICATION IS INFORMING HONDA OF A DELAMINATION ISSUES WITHIN AN I.C. PRODUCED BY NXP AND ASSEMBLED INTO AIRBAG SENSOR SUPPLIED BY DENSO INTERNATIONAL AMERICA, INC. THIS DELAMINATION ISSUE MANIFESTS ITSELF AS AN OPEN CIRCUIT WITHIN

140000 AIR BAGS

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

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Hawaii Multi Model Monroney Label No Print.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

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.

270000 LANE DEPARTURE

HONDA: CERTAIN FUNCTIONAL ANOMALIES ENCOUNTER, INTERMITTENTLY, WITH REAR VIEW CAMERA DISPLAYING LANE WATCH, AND LANEWATCH DISPLAYING REAR VIEW CAMERA, OR AUDIO UNIT IN SOME VEHICLES. MODEL 2014-2015 FIT EX, EXL, EXLN, CIVIC 2 DR EX, EXL,

284000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM

272000 LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST

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 (current)	1	488
2014	2	384	View
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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