10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
6,998 miles

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problem #40

Feb 102024

Civic

  • miles
The contact is an attorney who represented the owner of a 2018 Honda Civic. The contact stated that the client had taken pain medication and fell asleep in the driver's seat with the seat heater activated. The client slept for approximately seven hours and sustained severe burns the his lumbar region. The client was later admitted to the local hospital and treated for third-degree burns. The contact was concerned that the seat heater may have failed and became too hot causing injuries to the client. The vehicle was not yet examined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Fishkill, NY, USA

problem #39

Nov 062023

Civic

  • miles
I got a new alternator because I thought it was draining the battery. A few weeks later I didn-??t drive my car for 3 days and the engine would not start but all the lights would turn on. I got it jumped and took it the dealership and they still don-??t know what is wrong with it. This is the 4th time this has happened and I changed the battery every time.

- Amherst, MA, USA

problem #38

Oct 192023

Civic

  • miles
Last week my body control module (bcm) malfunctioned in my car. I was first alerted to this from a car alarm going off. I tried my key fob and nothing happened. Despite nothing happening I walk outside to find it is actually coming from my car and none of the key fob buttons are working.(I have 2 I tried) I was completely locked out of my car and even the physical key was not opening the door. Yet for some reason the trunk was unlocked.(not able to enter car through here.) Looking inside the care to my amazement it was turned on in accessory mode despite me having absolutely no contact with the key except hours prior but the vehicle was properly shut off at that time. The safety concerns posed by this is that this could happen at any point potentially locking a pet, a child, or myself into my car with no means of escape. The car was only in accessory mode, but that means it-??s fully capable of turning itself on by itself. Had I parked my car in the garage and it turned over, I-??d probably be laying in my house dead from carbon monoxide poisoning. Upon looking online, there were countless occurrences of this happening in Honda-??s newer vehicles 2016+. Even to the point where Honda recalled the same body control module issue in their accord and insight models. But why not the civic in their line which suffers from the same issue as their flagship vehicles? I am still unable to get into my car at the moment so I have the part but I-??m looking to get it fixed asap as it-??s my only vehicle.

- Tinley Park, IL, USA

problem #37

Feb 012023

Civic

  • miles
Car has power steering issue most noticeable at highway speeds, matching the description of the EPS defect on 2018 Civics (NHTSA ID: 18V663000 ) but my VIN was not included in the recall, despite showing the exact same problem. The steering sticks and has resistance to small adjustments, especially trying to go straight in a lane, & snapping side to side or pulling in opposite direction instead of smoothly turning, intensity varies. There is an audible "clicking" or resistance sound when turning. It's getting increasingly worse overtime, and is a safety issue. Matches testimonials of many other owners of 2018 Civics online. Ive had 3 independent engineers diagnose this issue as a power steering rack problem matching the recall - I have documentation from 2 attached below, the 3rd was an in-person recommendation, document was not provided. Honda is the only diagnostic not acknowledging the EPS problem. Please help me get this replaced so I can drive safely.

- Atlanta, GA, USA

problem #36

Jul 252023

Civic

  • miles
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle at the residence, the vehicle started losing electrical power. The instrument cluster lights became dim, and the infotainment system turned off. The contact stated that she parked and turned off the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times while driving and turning the steering wheel. Additionally, the steering wheel became difficult to steer. The "Power Steering Failure" and "Brake System Failure" messages were displayed. An unknown dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V663000 (Steering). The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Baton Rouge, LA, USA

problem #35

Jul 262023

Civic

  • miles
The car makes loud noise in back near gas cap. The Honda dealer states there's a electrical gas locking mechanism gone bad and needs to be replaced. They were out of part for the fuel door latch actuator. Seems like lots of people having this problem.

- Desoto, TX, USA

problem #34

Jan 012023

Civic

  • miles
Car steering wheel became -??sticky-?? and -??jerky-?? and felt like lane keeping assistance was on preventing car from turning properly. Clicking noise and scraping started. Took to dealership and was told new tires required. Aware of multiple service bulletins and March 2023 class action regarding steering. Took to different dealership who is charging $3800 to replace steering rack. Allegedly not covered under warranty or recall. Car has only 45,000 miles on

- Somers, NY, USA

problem #33

Dec 292022

Civic

  • miles
Every so often, quite a few lights will come on my dash. These lights include and relate to problems with power steering, hill start assist, emissions system, traction control tire pressure, and brake system. It does not allow me to use my brake hold when this happens. Also, unsure if it has anything to do with it, it has caused a problem with my first cylinder and is reading that the fuel system is too rich. But the original few lights that come on, will come and go randomly when the car is shut off overnight and will typically stay gone until the car sits with the parking break on for a few minutes.

- Lawrenceburg, IN, USA

problem #32

Mar 012023

Civic

  • miles
I am the original owner of the above listed vehicle. The AC is not circulating cold air. I brought it in to get inspected and was told that the AC went out and has to be replaced. It is retaining freon, but it-??s not circulating.

- Brentwood, CA, USA

problem #31

Jan 032023

Civic

  • miles
The computer board is out and on back order. I have to boost my care EVERYTIME I attempt to drive it. It has been out since January and won't be in until March 8th. They won't give me a loaner car at all. Nothing showed on the dash. The car automatically stays on but won't crank up but that is why the battery is being ran down.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

problem #30

Jan 052023

Civic

  • miles
When I drive down the road at certain times the steering sticks which does not allow me to make the minor adjustments needed to stay in the center of a lane. This causes a jerkiness and overcorrection when driving at higher speeds. This has occurred on long trips and short drives, but sometimes the steering seems fine. I have confirmed that it is not the lane assist kicking in. It is a problem with the steering wheel sticking.

- Cutler Bay, FL, USA

problem #29

Aug 132022

Civic

  • 51,128 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Civic. The contact stated that when attempting to make a right turn at approximately 25 -30 mph, the vehicle failed to successfully turn right. The vehicle continued in a forward motion until it crashed into a nearby sign. The air bag did not deploy. There were no injuries. Medical attention was received and confirmed that no injuries occurred. The sign was damaged. There was no police report. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that there was an electrical failure. The vehicle had been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 51,128.

- Gateway Village, Beaumont, TX, USA

problem #28

Jan 052022

Civic

  • miles
After less than 4 years, the dashboard Infotainment Screen stopped working and went blank/dark. I checked all connections and fuses with no luck. After a trip to the Honda Dealer, they quoted $1200 to replace the Infotainment screen. I do not have the money to replace this part. This part failed in less than 4 years time. As a result, I have no access to the back up camera, tire inflation calibration, or radio controls and other functions displayed on this screen. This is causing a safety hazard while driving and undue driver distraction while driving while trying to access information usually displayed on the screen. I checked the internet regarding this issue, and there is wide spread data that this is a common issue with Honda, including several law firm class action lawsuits. I believe there should be a Safety Recall for Honda to replace this part.

- Amesbury, MA, USA

problem #27

Oct 072022

Civic

  • miles
First it was two hoses that had issues with the AC then the condensor wasnt holding anything in so it kept leaking out and my AC still wasnt working so Honda said the Evaporator went out and said this is what Honda is known for and happens a lot. So my whole AC all these little parts kept going out and it cost me $4000 to replace all of them and to get it fixed. The evaporator is what cost $3000 to replace

- Coolidge, AZ, USA

problem #26

Oct 012022

Civic

  • miles
I was driving on the freeway, at roughly 65 mph as I began s switching lanes my steering wheel had locked up! Nearly causing me to crash on the freeway. Barely made it over. Steering wheel was stiff with 4 lights coming on my dash Electric power steering light Traction control light Tire sensor light Brake sensor light I-€™ve been seeing this is a recurring thing with this car all online ! And needs ti be taking care of ASAP !! My life was in danger.

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

problem #25

Jun 152022

Civic

  • miles
Actuator Assy., Fuel Lid (FUEL FILL DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR). Repeatedly locks and unlocks (making a gun shot noise loudly) every time I get in and out of the vehicle. Yes, it is available for inspection at any time. My safety or the safety of others could be at risk with the open gas cap, constant moving electrical components, and to be left stranded unable to open the gas door. The Problem was talked about with the Honda dealership. They said it was a common problem. That Honda knows about. No warning lamps or any notification.

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

problem #24

Jun 282022

Civic

  • miles
There crappy electrical Systems and cause a fire! It-€™s breaks the Ac system. Someone could die of heat related reason from driving in 95 degree weather. DAMN YOU HONDA!!!

- Parkville , MD, USA

problem #23

Oct 102020

Civic

  • 25,000 miles
The battery that came with this new car dies every 2 weeks for no rhyme or reason! this battery needs to be recalled it's not right. Honda refuses to correct the problem and pretends that it passes the battery test when it should be failing the battery test. Please help.

- Bristow, VA, USA

problem #22

Mar 032021

Civic

  • miles
Air conditioner stopped working, blows out hot air. Dealer said condenser was leaking. Heard there was recall on some Honda Civics for this issue.

- Benicia, CA, USA

problem #21

Jul 012020

Civic

  • 20,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Civic. The contact stated that the low-pressure tire warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer Honda of newnan (391 newnan crossing bypass, newnan, ga 30265: (678) 552-2071) where it was diagnosed with needing all 4 tires to be replaced and an alignment performed. The vehicle had been repaired but continued to experience the failure. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.

- Grantville, GA, USA

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