10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 5
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
16,747 miles

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problem #61

Oct 222021

Civic

  • miles
Coils and spark plugs getting rust/wet by water intrusion causing emisions problems the car is unable to drive.

- Caguas, PR, USA

problem #60

Aug 092021

Civic

  • miles
Key-less start system problem.... Car has 55000 miles and has been serviced at local Honda dealer on time every time. Car will start up in accessory mode after being turned off and goes into alarm. To turn off alarm I have to use door key. Keyless Remote does not work during the alarm stage and will work after restarting car. I have to unhook battery to keep car from alarming. I have already had remote replaced and reprogrammed. I have to go through a new system reset every time I use the car. Honda could not find a code error. I am concerned this is a major and dangerous problem with the electrical system, possibly control module or push start button. I have read numerous complaints of this issue online from many different Honda models including mine.

- Tifton, GA, USA

problem #59

Jun 012021

Civic

  • miles
Air conditioning started to blow hot and the Freon was low. Had to refill the Freon which is using the new R-1234yf fluid which is hard to find at autozone and is very expensive for a 1 pound can at $50. Still cheaper than a mechanic or dealership price. Problem is that the car has 27000 miles and has only been driven sparingly and was never abused. A month later and it-€™s starting to blow warmer only on 100 degree weather. I currently cannot afford to have full repairs done to the AC. Never had hit anything with my car. Paint and interior is in near excellent condition. So it-€™s obviously not my fault. Honda should be ashamed.

- Rialto, CA, USA

problem #58

Jun 122021

Civic

  • miles
A/C compressor failed. Mileage 51,000.

- Dallas, TX, USA

problem #57

Jun 012021

Civic

  • miles
happens with out the key near the car. 2017 Honda Civic, Car will trigger itself to start to accessory mode, turning on headlights, wipers (if switch is on), and sometimes triggering the alarm system when locked and armed. just the electronics turn on by itself. It occurs both when I am in the vehicle, and when no keys are in the vehicle sometimes every error message shows. Several times I will go to my car and the system will be on, or the car will be dead and have to be jumped from being on without me knowing. I'm currently disconnecting the battery. This is a video of another person with the exact problem https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKdfkzsnXT0

- Zephyrhills, FL, USA

problem #56

Apr 272021

Civic

  • 94,500 miles
Started car to run an errand, and a bunch of error/problem codes appeared on dash one by one as well as engine light. All yellow lights. The car was still able to drive with no problems but it displayed on dash with every problem. Had no issue turning on, staying in motion, sitting idle for 30 min, or braking, yet every issue was still on display after multiple startups. Called dealership and they had me bring it in but should only take a couple of hours. Had to leave overnight and is now late afternoon. Service is making repairs and software updates at the approval of american Honda (not even involving extended warranty.) fairly certain that this isn't the first time that Honda has had to deal with this.

- Columbia, MD, USA

problem #55

Apr 052021

Civic

  • miles
Air conditioner fails to cool and instead blows hot air. Honda authorized service technician has confirmed that a defective air conditioner compressor has caused freeon leakage from the compressor's main shaft throughout the system.

- Redwood City, CA, USA

problem #54

Feb 232021

Civic

  • 29,900 miles
My car alarm randomly started going off while parked for three days, three different times of the day. The last time it happened back to back at 2am while parked. I tried turning it off with my key fob and it would not register. I opened the car with the key in the fob and pushed the start button, the engine started and I remained parked. Then I tried turning the car off but it would not turn off, instead the lights flickered on the dash and the car stayed on. I tried it 2 more times and it finally turned off the engine but not the dash. All the warning signs came on the car including a break systems error and a tire pressure error. After this, I took the battery out of my fob and now the car battery is dead. I powered up the battery today but the car won't start. The dash turns on but then it just flickers and gives me all the same warning signs. I found there were recalls for this issue on 2016 Civics and that the recall should be extended to 2017 and 2018 Civic as well. Mine is a 2017 civi and it's having all these issues that could be deadly if they happen on the freeway.

- Lynnwood, WA, USA

problem #53

Nov 052020

Civic

  • 18,000 miles
My 2017 Honda Civic ex-T coupe shuts down my digital screen and audio system with the message "amp is in protection mode" this then makes any hands free devices turn completely off from the car. This is a safety issue because in my state, cell phones and any other form of electronics are not permitted. So when being on the phone or using gps it shuts everything down and thats a major safety concern. I recently went to many Honda dealers and they have contacted Honda North America but they told me Honda does not know what the problem could be and that they recalled the 2016 Honda Civics for a similar issue, but since they didn't recall the 2017 Honda Civics then there is nothing they can do. This problem is stressing me out because I can't follow the directions on my gps or answer important calls if needed. Also I went to audio techs who told me this is the most bizarre situation they've ever experienced. I do not think it is fair for me to pay all of this money on my new car (only owned for 3 months). I am also a first time buyer and this makes me regret ever buying a car! the vehicle is on for a few minutes and then the message occurs and then shuts off everything. I even got my whole audio system and amp taken out for further tests and no-one seems to know. If you guys can help in anyway to recall the 2017 Civics with this issue that would be greatly appreciated. Thank you

- Windsor Mill, MD, USA

problem #52

Dec 112020

Civic

  • 22,250 miles
My son and I purchased a certified pre-owned 2017 Honda Civic sedan on Dec 3rd from Honda of lisle il. The car was purchased with 22,100 miles. My son was driving on Dec 10th and stopped for gas for the first time. He got back in the car and started it up. He noticed the engine light came on. He immediately cam home and called for an appointment for the next day to have it checked out at the dealer. As he was driving to the dealer he got about 1 mile down the road when all of a sudden black smoke started pouring out of the engine compartment and the car froze up and immediately burst into flames. Thankfully it happened on a side street as he was slowing down for a traffic light. I had it towed to the dealer. Even though there is a law that they need to take it back within 15 days or less than 500 miles, they essentially told me it wasn't their problem and I needed to get my insurance involved. A fire inspector hired by the insurance company looked at the totaled vehicle and suspected the fire started near the battery. My insurance company informed me that they would have to have a fire engineer inspect it at a cost of $5,000 therefore they will not pursue further. This should not have happened to a certified car with 22K miles. Full video https://youtu.be/ttsvy7zgmw8

- Naperville, IL, USA

problem #51

Nov 112020

Civic

  • 14,600 miles
Car was parked in my garage and the alarm set itself off multiple times, when I approached the car it was unresponsive to any key fob commands and the dashboard was completely lit with flashing safety feature warning lights, and airbags were also disabled. Had to open the car with the manual key, since the car would not respond to the key fob. Started the car to see what was going on, when I went to turn it off again, it refused and wouldn't turn off. I proceeded to call roadside assistance after multiple failed attempts to get the car to respond to the key fob and they turned the car off. Two days later I drove car to the dealership, the whole way there all the warning lights were on and all the safety features were disabled and not working. Dealership refused to cooperate or even acknowledge the issue at hand. Took it two times just to be turned away and told they would not help me out, as they claimed they did not find anything wrong with the car, even though when we went to pick it up the vehicle was still not working. The car was bought new, I'm the original owner, only has 14,600 miles. Dealership manager told us that corporate Honda commanded him not to touch the vehicle and to tell us to pick it up. Drove the car back still broken, with all safety features not working, warning lights on, and the alarm continues to set itself off. Had to disconnect battery and it has been sitting in my garage unusable for two weeks now, for it is not safe to drive. Attempted various times to contact corporate Honda for help with this issue, yet they refuse to acknowledge what is going on and will not respond. Please help, this car is unsafe and must be recalled. What would it take for Honda to own up? it seems safety is not a concern for them. It is a safety concern for the car is controlled by unresponsive electronics.

- Fayetteville, AR, USA

problem #50

Nov 142020

Civic

  • 36,700 miles
We drive a 2017 Honda Civic hatch and we had to take vehicle to dealership. They diagnosed it with rodent issue chewing thru wire. We now have to fix it and replace wire and the dealership will put a take to deters rodents. We have to pay $500 dollars to replace. My husband was driving home from work and his power steering stopped working. I called Honda and they said we have to pay for damage but they did say many customers have called Honda to complain about issue. So it is a know issue and no recall has been done. Does someone have to die before Honda does something about it. Help

- Wadell, AZ, USA

problem #49

Jul 082020

Civic

  • 36,000 miles
Sometimes, when trying to start the vehicle, it will not crank and start. The electric power will come on (dash board icons, headlights, etc.), but it will not crank. It takes from 2 to 7 turns of the key, before it cranks and starts. This problem occurs sometimes once a week, sometimes 2 or 3 times. I took it to a Honda dealer for repair. However, on the day I took it in, of course, it was working fine. The service manager said that their computer could not diagnosis it, unless the problem occurred while it was hooked to the computer. He told me to bring it back when the problem got worse, or the car would not start at all. I have not returned to the dealer yet. This problem began in early July of this year. The vehicle had approximately 36,000 miles on it.

- North Little Rock, AR, USA

problem #48

Oct 012020

Civic

  • 60,000 miles
During driving of the vehicle and at various speeds all electrical systems will fail and all warning lights come on. This includes ABS, traction control, power steering, brake assist and more. When this occurs the vehicle becomes almost impossible to steer and has nearly resulted in an accident before. While the previous occurrence happened at approximately 35mph if this occurred on the interstate it would almost certainly result in a major crash and injury.

- Manitou Springs, CO, USA

problem #47

Sep 192020

Civic

  • 10,748 miles
Air conditioning system goes from cold to hot while the vehicle is in operation. During very hot days cabin becomes extremely hot even with fan turned to high and A/C turned to the on position. Have heard this problem has happened with other Honda Civic owners as well. Becomes very uncomfortable trying to drive while cabin is hot. Happens whether the vehicle is in motion or at idle

- Columbia, SC, USA

problem #46

Aug 202020

Civic

  • miles
The head unit/display stopped working about a week ago. At first, nothing would come on. I thought it may have been a fuse, or it needed rebooted. I disconnected the battery and it still continued to act up. The back-up and passenger side cameras won't work properly, the climate controls won't work as I can't change the air flow or temperature, the bluetooth won't work or connect, and the audio controls won't work or are severely delayed. This creates multiple safety issues while driving: 1. the audio will randomly turn on, and at high volumes due to the fact that I cannot control the volume or turn it on or off. 2. the back-up and/or side cameras will get stuck on the screen, which creates a distraction while driving. 3. the bluetooth won't work, which is a huge safety concern due to 'hands-free' laws in most states. 4. the climate controls won't work correctly and, therefore, I cannot use the front defrost. When taken to the Honda dealership, they claim that it will cost $4,000 to replace. $4,000 on a 3-year old vehicle, with no other major issues.

- Cranberry Township, PA, USA

problem #45

Aug 082020

Civic

  • 46,254 miles
Sometimes the car will start by itself and then the alarm goes off.ann this happens when the car is sitting in the driveway.

- Springfield, MO, USA

problem #44

Jul 032020

Civic 4-cyl

  • 41,000 miles
A/C faulty - condenser leak - driver side air not working stationary and in motion, consistently dysfunctional

- La Vista, NE, USA

problem #43

Jun 132020

Civic 4-cyl

  • 75,000 miles
On June 13th, less then a month after it was inspected/serviced from the Honda dealership on May 21st, my 3 year old car busts up in flames. As we were driving down a rural road on a clear day going about 65, a spark flew from the engine. The oil pressure light comes on followed by loss of power to the car. Luckily we pulled over just in time to watch the car go up in flames and explode. I have contacted 3 dealerships, including their service team, Honda financial, Honda general, and the Honda plant in Indiana. Every one of them has shown no compassion or interest in finding out why this happened. Does it take someone to die to take this serious? and my insurance is taking their time since it is a total loss.

- Clyde, TX, USA

problem #42

Aug 152018

Civic 4-cyl

  • 8,000 miles
The A/C stopped working only one year after I purchased this car brand new. The car's A/C started blowing hot air from the vents even when the temperature control setting was set to lowest temp. This is a safety issue since often times I have to pull over and throw up from heat exhaustion while I'm driving during the summer months. There has been no reason for this to occur. However, I have reviewed many other owners of this same year, make and model with the exact same problem.

- Richmond, CA, USA

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