Honda Civic recalls and complaints, 2015–2016, 2018, 2020, 2022, 2024
Every tracked model year in one table: NHTSA recalls, owner complaints and what they are about.
NHTSA lists 16 recall campaigns and 3,406 owner complaints for the Honda Civic model years VinSnap tracks (2015–2016, 2018, 2020, 2022, 2024). The most-recalled systems are fuel system, gasoline (3), steering (3) and air bags (2). Owners complain most about the steering (1,594), electrical system (283) and power train (282). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (1,081, next is 2022 with 957); raw counts are not adjusted for sales or years on the road. Complaints report 164 crashes, 15 fires, 106 injuries and 1 death.
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Honda Civic recalls and complaints by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 1 | 393 | 37 | 2 | 23 | 0 |
| 2016 | 5 | 1,081 | 36 | 4 | 16 | 0 |
| 2018 | 6 | 603 | 27 | 4 | 21 | 1 |
| 2020 | 5 | 231 | 15 | 1 | 12 | 0 |
| 2022 | 4 | 957 | 35 | 3 | 20 | 0 |
| 2024 | 3 | 141 | 14 | 1 | 14 | 0 |
Recall and complaint counts per model year from NHTSA. Crash, fire, injury and death figures are what owners reported in their complaints, not confirmed findings. Year links open that year's specs, recall list and complaint breakdown.
Most-recalled systems
| System | Recall campaigns | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system, gasoline | 3 | 2016, 2018, 2020 |
| Steering | 3 | 2018, 2022, 2024 |
| Air bags | 2 | 2016, 2018, 2020, 2022 |
| Equipment | 2 | 2018 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 2016 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 2016 |
| Parking brake | 1 | 2016 |
| Power train | 1 | 2015 |
| Seats | 1 | 2024 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | 2020 |
Most-complained-about components
| Component | Complaints | Share | Year with most |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1,594 | 47% | 2022 (802) |
| Unknown or other | 528 | 16% | 2016 (253) |
| Electrical system | 283 | 8% | 2016 (119) |
| Power train | 282 | 8% | 2015 (180) |
| Engine | 208 | 6% | 2016 (95) |
| Service brakes | 165 | 5% | 2016 (92) |
| Air bags | 152 | 4% | 2015 (59) |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 141 | 4% | 2018 (70) |
| Forward collision avoidance | 134 | 4% | 2022 (74) |
| Structure | 106 | 3% | 2016 (48) |
A complaint can name more than one component, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Which NHTSA model names are counted
NHTSA files recalls and complaints under exact model names. This page adds up: CIVIC, CIVIC CNG, CIVIC HATCH, CIVIC HATCH TYPE-R, CIVIC HATCHBACK, CIVIC HATCHBACK TYPE R, CIVIC HYBRID, CIVIC SEDAN, CIVIC SEDAN SI, CIVIC SI, CIVIC TYPE R.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Honda Civic have?
NHTSA lists 16 recall campaigns across the Honda Civic model years 2015–2016, 2018, 2020, 2022, 2024, most often for the fuel system, gasoline (3), steering (3) and air bags (2).
Which Honda Civic year has the most complaints?
Of the years VinSnap tracks, the 2016 Honda Civic has the most NHTSA complaints (1,081), ahead of the 2022 (957). Counts are not adjusted for how many were sold or how long they have been on the road.
What do Honda Civic owners complain about most?
Across 2015–2016, 2018, 2020, 2022, 2024, NHTSA complaints most often name the steering (1,594 complaints), electrical system (283 complaints) and power train (282 complaints).
Are Honda Civic recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge by franchised Honda dealers. Recalls apply to specific build ranges, so check your VIN to see which campaigns cover your vehicle.