Honda Civic problems
The Honda Civic (Japanese: ホンダ・シビック, Hepburn: Honda Shibikku) is a series of automobiles manufactured by Honda since 1972. As of 2023, the Civic is positioned between the Honda Fit/City and Honda Accord in Honda's global car line-up.
The first-generation Civic was introduced in July 1972 as a two-door fastback sedan, followed by a three-door hatchback that September. With a 1,169 cc transverse engine and front-wheel drive like the British Mini, the car provided good interior space despite overall small dimensions. Initially gaining a reputation for being fuel-efficient, reliable and environmentally friendly, later iterations have become known for performance and sportiness, especially the Civic Type R, Civic VTi, Civic GTi and Civic SiR/Si.
The Civic has been repeatedly rebadged for international markets, and served as the basis for the Honda CR-X, the Honda CR-X del Sol, the Concerto, the first generation Prelude, the Civic Shuttle (later to become the Orthia) and the CR-V (which, by extension, was used as the basis for the Honda FR-V).
The Civic is one of the all-time best-selling automobiles in the world, with over 27 million units sold since 1972 as of 2021.
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Common Honda Civic problems
The Honda Civic is known for its reliability, but like any vehicle, it can have certain common problems. Here are some of the most frequently reported issues based on data from owner complaints:
- Airbag Light due to Failed Occupant Position Sensor: The airbag light may illuminate due to a failed occupant position sensor. Honda has issued recalls for some model years to address this issue, which requires the replacement of the defective sensor. The cost of diagnosis for this problem averages between $88 -$111.
- Bad Engine Mounts: Bad engine mounts can cause vibration, roughness, and rattling, especially when reversing or driving in drive. Replacing the engine mount usually resolves the problem.
- Fuel Pump Module: An issue has been found with the fuel pump module on Civics manufactured from the start of production up until 5 March 2019. A new module will need to be fitted to sort the issue.
- Side Airbags: A small number of examples built between 12 April and 31 July 2017 might not deploy as intended in a collision. Speak with your Honda dealer to establish if your car is affected by this.
- Emissions: Some Civics made from the start of production up until 23 May 2018 could have a problem with the engine's emission control software that would require an update to be performed by a Honda technician.
- Transmission Problems: Transmission issues are a common problem in the Honda Civic, with the 2001 model year having the most overall complaints. The most-reported problem is transmission failure.
- Clear Coat Peeling: The 2009 Honda Civic has had issues with clear coat peeling, which can be costly to repair.
- Wobbly Handbrake: The handbrake in the Civic can become wobbly, which may require the replacement of the entire steering rack and tie rod.
- Excessive Handbrake Travel: The handbrake in the Civic can have excessive travel, which may require the replacement of the handbrake cable.
- Failed Fuel Flap Release Switch: There have been known issues with the fuel flap release switch failing in Honda Civic vehicles, which can be repaired at a Honda dealers.
- Cracked Engine Manifold: The engine manifold can crack, specifically on the 2.2 iCDTi engine. This is an expensive part to replace, but will be covered under warranty if you still have one.
- Failed Front Suspension Bump Stops: The front suspension bump stops can fail, causing a rattling noise when driving over speed bumps. This can be covered under warranty if you still have one, otherwise you will need to fit a replacement bump stop to resolve the issue.
- Worn Down Gear Knob: The gear knob is known to wear down very quickly on the Civic. This is just a cosmetic issue rather than mechanical.
- Early Corrosion on Bodywork: The Civic is known to get early corrosion on the bodywork around the A-pillars, particularly around the outside edge of the A-pillar next to the windscreen, around the edges of the doors and the bonnet.
It is important to note that not all Civic models are affected by these problems, and many owners report minimal issues with their vehicles. However, potential buyers should be aware of these common problems and consider them when inspecting a used Civic.
What years to avoid with a Honda Civic?
Models of the Honda Civic from 2001 to 2005, 2007 to 2009, and 2011 are the worst because of the multiple complaints and recall record. The 2001 model had close to 1,228 user complaints just in that year.
What is the main problem with the Honda Civic?
Suspension problem
A common problem on the Civic is for the front suspension bump stops to fail. You may notice this issue when driving over speed bumps if you hear a rattling noise coming from the front suspension.
Is the Honda Civic a reliable car?
Honda Civics are known for their durability, with many owners reporting their vehicles easily surpassing the 200,000-mile mark, showcasing the model's long-term value. The Honda Civic's average annual repair cost is a mere $368, which is relatively low compared to some other brands.
At what mileage do Honda Civics start having problems?
A typical Honda will last 200,000 to 300,000 miles without much issue, which is an excellent range for most drivers. The Honda Civic will last about 200,000 miles with proper care, putting it in that range.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Honda Civic years
We have researched Honda problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Honda Civic cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Honda Civic model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Honda Civic model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Honda Civic years
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Honda Civic car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Honda Civic , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Air bags problems
- Steering problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Honda Civic vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Civic model years
A total of 1733 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Civic model years
There were a total of 176 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Civic model years
There were a total of 1460 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by Civic model years
There were a total of 106 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 15028 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Honda Civic . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Honda Civic vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Honda Civic 2019
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-27
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-27
- VIN: 19XFC2F67KE
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Steering wheel sticks.
Honda Civic 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-20
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-26
- VIN: 19XFB2F57CE
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I was 3 hrs away from home and I started my vehicle and the air bag light began flashing and beeping. The light was on the message board that indicates my speed, clock, fuel, etc. it basically is the information center for the car. I pushed the information button on the steering wheel to clear it but it kept blinking and flashing the entire way home. I also turned off the engine and restarted it but no luck with that either. It was a very distracting experience having to drive 3 hours like this. I made an appointment with my mechanic and he diagnosed it as the Occupant Passenger Detection Sensor. This will cost $800.00 to repair. The car is not drive able in this condition because of the safety of the air bag. I looked up recalls but it seems my car has none.
Honda Civic 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-11
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-25
- VIN: 2HGFC2F7XGH
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: My AC gave me problems 2years ago, after a couple times at dealer finally, needs to replace Compresor and condenser and hoses. Honda put me in waiting list for the replacement of the parts. (covered under 10 years extended warranty) finally got call to repair the car. Now my AC again stop working only hot air. Took the car to Honda, now the evaporator is leaking. They want $ 2,450 to replace.
Honda Civic 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-25
- VIN: 19XFC1F71GE
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: While driving the steering wheel becomes sticky. It is difficult to turn and requires varying levels of force, reducing accuracy and resulting in jerky movements, difficulty staying in the lines, and increasing risk of crash. No warning lights or errors are coming up for this issue. No other symptoms. Issue has been going on for about a year. If necessary I can get supporting documentation from a mechanic for this issue. No inspection from insurance or police.
Honda Civic 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-20
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-25
- VIN: 19XFC1F94GE
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: The evaporator core is leaking, which is causing reduced visibablility out of the windows due to condensation on the windows, mold-like smells from moisture from the interior cabin (it is available upon request). I took it into the dealer - they examined the issue (the shaft seal had just been replaced in April of this year) and let me know that this time the evaporator core was leaking. For context and why I bring it to the attention of the NHTSA is in early to mid-August of this year my AC not only took an extended time to get cool, it only got cooler, and not cold. Unfortunately, I am now well acclimated to the signs of a faltering air conditioning system after dealing with three like episodes on the same vehicle, occurring within 2 to 3 years of each other (the car isn’t even nine years old). In fact, this vehicle’s air conditioning has been in a rhythmic pattern of failing ever since I purchased the vehicle. Over 8 years there have only been a few summers which haven’t been negatively impacted by this inconvenience. Honda is aware of the issue, because they have offered "good-will" subsidies which sometimes cover partial replacements of these components. But, they have yet to take responsibility for anything outside of the condenser. Hence, the consumer is on the hook to pay for a vital piece of the car (not just the convenience) that removes moisture out of the car.
Honda Civic 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-16
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-25
- VIN: SHHFK7H58HU
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The condensor, compressor & evapoartor core all broke down This is dangerous as this is our family vehicle and we have no A/C in the hot summer The dealer inspected the vehicle and confirmed the issue. They will only fix the first two (condensor & compressor) under warranty. They say Honda won't fix the evaporator core even though this one breaking is almost certainly a result of the condesor & compressor breaking. We believe this should also be covered under warranty. There was no warning of the issue The evaporator core costs $2k to repair and Honda refuses to help, even though the dealer let us know that this part breaking was almost certainly caused by the parts under warranty breaking down. We asked for second oppinions with other mechanics who told us the same thing.
Honda Civic 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-25
- VIN: 2HGFB6E54FH
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: Factory paint is peeling off from multiple location.
Honda Civic 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-24
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-25
- VIN: 2HGFE2F56NH
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: My daughters car started having steering issues. We took the car to the Honda dealer we bought the car from for repair. Instead of addressing the recall they stated the steering issue wasn't a recall issue but when the car's vin number is pulling up a recall for steering. We took the vehicle to another Honda dealer for a second opinion and again they said the steering issue wasn't part of the recall. Neither dealer mentioned anything about repair the recall, they said the steering issue wasn't part of the recall. The second dealership stated "even if we wanted to fix the steering issue found we could because the parts aren't available for 4 to 6 months" then tried to sell us a new car. I have all this information in writing from both dealership. Both dealerships charged us a service fee for the diagnosis when we were just asking for the recall to be repaired. I filed a complaint with Honda an their investigation consisted of calling the dealership to ask what the diagnosis was, no actual investigation was ever conducted. Honda said they couldn't help us. The recall has never been addressed. They wanted us to pay $3000 or $4000 for the repairs, my daughter was the first owner of this vehicle. We find it to be suspicious that a brand new vehicle has steering issues after 2 years of ownership and coincidently Honda put out a recall for steering issues but it's not part of the recall. The diagnosis paperwork from the dealership we received specifically stated the exact same thing the recall stated on the Honda website. We need help.
Honda Civic 2018
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-24
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-24
- VIN: 2HGFC2F55JH
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I called Honda as part of the recall issued on 12/13/2023. But they said they don't have the parts to honor my recall issue.
Honda Civic 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-04
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-24
- VIN: 2HGFB2F67CH
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: When my car reaches speeds above 60mph the steering is difficult to control (a lot of Play in the steering wheel). I took my vehicle in to a Monrovia, CA Honda Dealer in May 2024 to fix the issue. The dealer replaced the bushings but did not fix the steering issue. This vehicle feels dangerous. I noticed on the internet there are a lot of mechanics talking about steering issues in the model years that my car is under. I am frustrated that the Honda dealers don’t seem to want to fix this issue. I’ve already paid a great deal of money in up keep and the problem has not been corrected. I have had no warning lamps or signs of leaks just a lot of play in the steering wheel and lack of control.I don’t feel safe on the highway in this vehicle.
Honda Civic 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-02
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-24
- VIN: 19XFC2F53GE
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: The differential inside the transmission is making a knocking noise and shakes really badly check engine light came on and traction control light both are on and break system light and I have not even had it for a year
Honda Civic 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-12
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-23
- VIN: 19XFC2F71GE
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: When driving at highway speeds (generally around 50 to 80 mph), the steering wheel has a "sticky" feeling when trying to maintain a straight line. Making minor adjustments with the steering wheel requires excessive force to correct minor lane adjustments. This, in turn, creates a very unpleasant and unsafe driving condition as it feels like you are constantly fighting the steering wheel, just to maintain the center of your lane. Driving long periods like this also causes the driver to some what "fight" against the issue causing fatigue in the drivers hands, wrists, and arms. The larger concern is if this issue continues, or gets worse, this could easily lead to an increased risk of loss of control of the vehicle and/or crash. This seems related to a similar recall just issued by Honda for 1.7 million vehicles (including Civics) for 2022 - 2025 models by NHTSA.
Honda Civic 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-22
- VIN: 19XFC2F56GE
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Anytime I drive on the highway, the steering wheel begins to stick, causing me to need more force to correct, which causes overcorrection. I then have to correct the overcorrection which causes an overcorrection in the other direction because the steering wheel does not move smoothly. It's extremely frustrating and almost every time someone is following me, they call to ask if I'm all right due to the swerving. This can be a serious safety issue because of constant swerving due to how difficult it is to correct the car in the lane without overcorrecting, starting an overcorrection snowball. It also doesn't stop until the car is shut off and turned back on, in which case it starts up again once getting over 45mph.
Honda Civic 2018
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-17
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-22
- VIN: 2HGFC1E55JH
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: On hot, very humid days, typically 80 degrees or hotter, the steering will lock in position which requires a very strong turn of the steering wheel to get it to turn again. This action causes the car to swerve and into other lanes of traffic causing a major safety concern. This problem has been discussed with a Honda quality assurance representative with no resolution. This has not been reproduced by a service center as it is an intermittent issue and the car has not been inspected by the manufacturer as they did not seem concerned about the problem. No warning lights are displayed before, during or after the problem.
Honda Civic 2019
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-07
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-22
- VIN: 19XFC2F67KE
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Honda Civic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); 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. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Latest 5 recalls Honda Civic
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 379 recalls for different components of the Honda Civic.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Honda Civic 2024
- Report Received Date: 2024-10-03
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
- Consequence: Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.
- Model: Honda Civic 2022
- Report Received Date: 2024-10-03
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
- Consequence: Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.
- Model: Honda Civic 2023
- Report Received Date: 2024-10-03
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
- Consequence: Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.
- Model: Honda Civic 2022
- Report Received Date: 2024-02-01
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
- Consequence: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, and October 18, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
- Model: Honda Civic 2021
- Report Received Date: 2024-02-01
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
- Consequence: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, and October 18, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
Latest negative Honda Civic car reviews
Latest positive Honda Civic car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2019
This car has it all being one of the best vehicles ever. Honda Civic is a fantastic car. Excellent fuel economy mileage. Comfortable seats, and nice interior.
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Vehicle year: 2000
I bought this car used with 110,000 miles on the clock and unmolested, actually it was a Canadian Model (SiR). The handling is amazing, thanks to the double-wishbone front suspension and independent rear. It feels like you can take on any corner at speed! What really sets this car apart (and applies to all Hondas with VTEC) is the VTEC engine. The low-rpm is perfect for gentle in-town driving (or when you're feeling relaxed). But when you want to really let loose, just hold the rev up and virtually no other NA cars can keep up with you. Not to mention the incredible sound and turbo-feel when it kicks in.
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Vehicle year: 2004
I drive over 25000 miles a year and I'm happy to report that I'm saving an estimated $5,000 over 5 years in fuel costs. Even though I tend to drive at a consistent speed of around 90mph on the freeway, I'm still getting an impressive 48.4 mpg. The car's 85 horses perform well even at this speed, which is great news for a speedfreak like me!
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Vehicle year: 1990
This car is so much fun to drive! You really feel connected to the road. The motor is strong and with 134,000 miles it has no problems. The car feels tight and shifts great. I love the styling - people are always staring at the car. It's definitely a recommended purchase!
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Vehicle year: 2021
I'm so happy with my second Honda vehicle! Although there are a few minor complaints, I still give it 4 stars. The climate control could be a bit stronger, but it's not a big issue. I've noticed that Android Auto sometimes disconnects and reconnects during my drive, but it's possible that it's just my specific vehicle and I plan to take it to the dealer for work. LED high or low beams are only available on the most expensive Sport Touring model, which is a shame since the running and fog lights are LEDs. However, I might add them myself. It would be nice to have a basic Sport mode on the more expensive EX model, but I'm not taking any points off for it since I didn't buy a Sport model. The center console seems a bit small with all the sliding parts, and the glovebox doesn't have a lock, but these are minor issues. Overall, it's a very comfortable and economic car with excellent mileage, good speakers, intuitive infotainment, and great storage space. I would definitely make the same choice again, and the cons are nowhere near deal breakers.
Are you having problems with your Honda Civic?
Arnoldo Macejkovic 2025-10-21
Vehicle year: 2006
I am confident in my ability to provide a thorough car review, especially when it comes to my Honda. While Honda is often considered reliable, my experience with three different models has shown otherwise. However, there are still some great things about the car that I would like to highlight. For instance, I consistently get 28 to 29mpg, which is impressive given the car's speed. Although there are faster cars on the market today, my Honda still holds up well. The seats are also a standout feature, as they are the best I have ever sat in, even compared to luxury cars. Despite being almost 10 years old, they have held up great. The car is also quite peppy, with a 0 to 60 time of 6.7 seconds. However, there are some downsides to the car that I must mention. Honda's reliability is not what it is made out to be, as I have experienced issues with 3rd gear and road noise. While Honda did eventually issue a recall for the 3rd gear issue, it still pops out at times and can be a problem. The road noise is also unreasonable, especially with low profile tires, and the car rides very rough. This is one of the main reasons why I plan to get rid of the car. Additionally, the back tires wear faster on the inside, despite Honda's recall and attempted fixes. Overall, while my experience with Honda has not been perfect, I am confident in my ability to provide an honest and thorough review of the car.At 145k miles, the timing chain failed and I had to pay 1500 dollars plus towing fees to fix a 'never maintenance' issue. Unfortunately, the rear view mirror is falling apart from the inside and has areas that no longer work. The biggest issue, however, is the paint. Although Honda did a TSB on paint for certain colors, they did not offer to fix my color, which is now almost completely gone from the roof and starting to come off the side pillars and trunk. Despite my attempts to reason with Honda of America, they refused to help pay for the over 1000 dollars in paint repairs my car now needs. It is unfortunate that Honda had faulty paint, but I still appreciate the car. However, I cannot recommend it to anyone unless they can get it at a cheap price.
Jacey Donnelly 2025-10-20
Vehicle year: 2022
I recently moved into a Civic LX sedan after driving a 2016 Lexus for 6 years. I am thrilled with the feature set as well as the fit and finish of the Civic. I was pleasantly surprised by the handling at everyday driving speeds, which is more than fair, and the steering feels tight and responsive. The ride is much smoother than I anticipated. It's a car that knows what it is, an everyday driver with good fuel economy and a solid set of quality of life features. One minor issue I noticed is that TPMS sensors are not included, but given the price point, it's a fairly robust package either way. I'm editing this review now much later to share some problems I have had with this vehicle. Unfortunately, the windshield wipers are the most poorly designed thing on the car. I cannot believe the current iteration was allowed to make it out of the design phase. First of all, in order to raise the wipers during freezing rain or cold snowing conditions, you have to put your wipers in The rear of the car could benefit from a bit more styling, but it's not unattractive. The 2022 Civic LX is not the most affordable car in its class, but its sleek modern design and robust feature package make it a great choice over its competitors. The car's handling is excellent, and it comes with a range of features such as Auto High Beams, Lane Departure, Adaptive Cruise, Blind Spot Detection, Collision Avoidance, and Apple Car Play. The exterior styling is also a plus, and the fit and finish are impressive. The only downsides are the lack of TPMS and the inability to default Auto Engine Stop to Off.
Maximillian Hintz 2025-10-15
Vehicle year: 1997
Although my experience with this car has been challenging, I have been able to address each issue as it arose. I have replaced the AC blower motor, radiator, muffler, and fixed a problem with the brake lights. While there have been some ongoing issues, such as an oil leak and rattles, I have been able to manage them. I believe that with proper maintenance, this car can be a reliable mode of transportation. However, I understand that my experience may not be the same as everyone else's and I respect their opinions.
Johnson Kunde 2025-10-12
Vehicle year: 2007
If you're considering purchasing a used 2007 Civic, it's important to be aware of a class action lawsuit involving the rear control arms. To avoid any issues, make sure to check that the control arms have the letter 'C' stamped on them. This will prevent rapid tire wear and save you from costly repairs (which unfortunately Honda will not cover). On the bright side, the fuel economy of these cars is excellent!
Dominic Roob 2025-10-08
Vehicle year: 2014
I purchased this car in November 2014 to replace my old 1989 BMW, which had some terrible leaks. I was tired of dealing with these issues, so I decided to finally purchase a brand new vehicle and say goodbye to problems. However, in August 2015 (not even a whole year after the purchase), I took my new Civic to get its first oil change after about 8000 miles. When I was picking up my car, the service guys at Honda recommended that I take care of an 'important' leak that the car had. Yes, my brand new Honda Civic, which I bought to get rid of the leaks and issues that I was having with my old BMW, was leaking transmission fluid. At this point, I have taken the car to repair the same issue twice. The people at Honda told me that the issue has to do with the o-ring and the rear main seal. They even applied a dye and kept the car overnight to 'make sure' that the problem was fixed. At this exact moment (when I wrote this review), I had the suspicion that the car is still leaking. I am very frustrated with this car. At this point, I feel like Honda sold me a brand new lemon car, and that really irritates me. My only hope is that if I confirm that the car is a lemon car, Honda will refund me or replace my car with another one. Otherwise, I would never buy or recommend Honda again in my life. By the way, and just to be fair, despite the very annoying leak that the car has, the car works great.