2015 HONDA Civic Problems & Complaints
Real owner complaints and problems reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). View common issues by component.
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POWER TRAIN
143 complaints
Transmission drive belt snapped while driving. Took it to Honda dealer to diagnose, they found it to be the drive belt that snapped in the cvt transmission. There was a recall involving the same year make and model (2015 honda civic) however my car wasn't part of the recall even though this is a known problem with cars excluded from this recall. Cars included in the recall recieved software updates to decrease the tension to the belt, which can cause it to snap under stress. My car wasn't included in this software update and I believe that is a mistake. Honda denied us coverage because we weren't "loyal enough" despite driving mostly only Honda vehicles for my entire life. As for safety concern I was nearly stopped when it snapped so I was able to pull over, so it wasn't a safety concern in my instance atleast. Dealer took pictures of the transmission fluid pan and found metal debris from the metal drive belt that snapped. I just wonder if my car was included in this recall for the software update if it would still be driving today. There were no lights or signs of warning it just snapped unexpectedly. I have always changed the cvt fluid with Honda genuine fluid and don't believe maintenence to be a problem. More the fact that this should have been included in a recall this was a very bad year for Honda and the cvt transmission from what I am now realizing from research
Jan 23, 2026
No warning lights or symptoms prior to issue. Driving on the highway and vehicle suddenly started revving like it was in neutral, failing to accelerate, then died on the side of the highway.
Dec 19, 2025
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Answer: The transmission is slipping or malfunctioning when driving the car, specifically when accelerating. Yes, it is available for inspection upon request. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Answer: When the transmission slips or malfunctions, the acceleration of the car doesn't act as it should. For example, when waiting to join a flow of vehicle traffic, or when waiting to cross a busy intersection, the delay in acceleration or the slipping of the transmission is increasing the risk of being in the wrong place at the wrong time, or causing my vehicle to block other vehicles. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Answer: Yes. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Answer: No. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? Answer: No. Additional information: I spoke with Honda in 2023 to see if there was a recall related to my CVT transmission. They took my information, but advised there was no recall. I had a similar conversation with them in 2024 because it seemed to be getting worse, but there still was no recall. Now in 2025, it still feels like it's getting worse and making it feel unsafe to drive the car.
Nov 13, 2025
Exact problem was recalled for same year for 143,000 vehicles but my VIN was not in the recall. I was diving and vehicle made a loud noise and all the sudden stopped accelerating. It was like my car was in neutral. Put my car in park when I stopped and car started rolling backwards like it wasn’t in park. It finally went into park and I shut car off and restarted tried putting in drive again. It made a loud grinding noise and would not go in drive still acted like in neutral. Had to have car towed from scene. Looked up transmission issues and saw there was a recall for this exact issue.
Oct 07, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway. Upon attempting to shift the vehicle into park, the contact observed that the gear shift lever was loosened and was moving freely back and forth. The “Service Transmission” warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V574000 (Power Train), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Apr 30, 2025
+ 138 more complaints for this component
AIR BAGS
41 complaints
I was in a car accident, I rear ended a vehicle. The other vehicle was stopped, I did not break at all and ran into them. My airbags did not deploy & there was substantial damage to my vehicle (deemed totaled by insurance assessor). My safety was put at risk as I sustained whiplash (whiplash resulted in neck pain day(s) following and bruising on my upper legs. When the assessor reached out to me, he stated that the air bags should have deployed and seemed to be a malfunction.
Nov 02, 2025
Airbag light came on intermittently. Had module and something else replaced by McCarthy Honda in Overland Park, KS.
Apr 22, 2025
Randomly the passenger airbag indicator light comes on and a notification to check airbag
Feb 23, 2025
We purchased the car in April 2023. Before we got home, the airbag warning light came on. The dealer agreed to repair the issue. Now, the airbag warning light is coming on fairly regularly. What should we do?
Nov 18, 2024
Unknown The warning on my digital screen is off then comes back on after a few minutes of driving. It happens every time for the past week.
Apr 23, 2024
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
34 complaints
The transmission blew, despite only having 90,000 miles
Nov 24, 2025
When can I take the car in to get checked and where. it is making a zooming noise, kind of like an airplane
Feb 11, 2025
While driving on the freeway the latch from the hood came lose causing the hood to fly open and smashed the front windshield
Jan 09, 2025
The transmission part that connects to the engine broke
Dec 12, 2024
The vehicle loses acceleration while driving slows it down making it dangerous on roads for crash and when it shifts gears it jerks the car
Jun 19, 2023
+ 29 more complaints for this component
STRUCTURE
12 complaints
peeling paint
Dec 04, 2024
Factory paint is peeling off from multiple location.
Oct 25, 2024
Exterior paint is badly bubbling and peeling in multiple locations (around rear window, around rear license plate, top of trunk. I reported issue to the dealership when I took it in for service and they cannot/will not help to repair and cover the cost of repair. Yes, my car is available for inspection upon request.
Mar 24, 2024
Paint chipping off of vehicle around rear windshield.
Aug 24, 2022
I have a 2015 Honda Civic and the white paint has started peeling around the back window.
Jul 25, 2021
+ 7 more complaints for this component
ENGINE
11 complaints
An incident took place where a vehicle hit mine on in the front end when the vehicle was parked about 3 weeks prior. August of 2022, one of my vehicles pistons flew out the side of the engine and thankfully onto the ground not injuring or killing anyone, waited and waited for AAA as there were issues getting them, the vehicle was brought to Vermette Auto Body in Feeding Hills MA, the insurance denied the claim for the engine after multiple experts saying it was not collision/insurance related that it was mechanical/manufactuor. The manufacturer when contacted at Balise Honda stated there was nothing they could do. The vehicle is now $10,000 in debt with at least 8,000 dollars worth of repair and considering the piston and rod were the culprit and there is now recalls on the other years I wanted to bring mine forward because I am now in substantial debt due to this and no vehicle nor the ability to purchase a new one. Prior the the incident I had to replace the alternator, Transmission, Blower motor as well. I put new brakes and rotors on too just prior and now the vehicle can’t move and it is parked at my grandmothers and i am [XXX] in College and this really put me in the hole and I have no vehicle. I hope this can be looked into and the resolution the replacement of the engine and anything else needed to complete the work and assist with a substantial payment to Ally Financial for the vehicle to help me get back on track with payment. or issue a new vehicle taking the old one off my hands and covering the costs to register it and taxes. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Nov 19, 2023
Transmission went out.
May 20, 2023
The CVT transmission resulted in the shaft breaking during operation. The car rolled in reverse and without the gears being switched.
Dec 16, 2022
The transmission plug pops out while driving and can cause fluid to spray everywhere. A known issue of vehicles of this types
Oct 06, 2022
I recently went in for an oil change and was told my transmission cap was missing. I have not had any work done on my car since the last oil change and no one touched the transmission fluid. The cap isn't even placed somewhere on the engine- it's just gone! I've driven hundreds of miles with no cap and there is no telling what debris has gone into the transmission fluid now. I will have to do a complete transmission fluid flush and replacement plus buy a new cap. I have seen others having the same issues as me and was told to report this to the NHTSA. This is my daily driver and I take children back and forth to school on the interstate daily. If my transmission had gone while I was driving I don't know what could have happened.
Apr 20, 2022
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10 complaints
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after purchasing the vehicle. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was approximately 76,000. It was later discovered that the mileage on the title was 193,000. The contact became aware of fraud after receiving a letter from the State that their records indicated that the mileage was 193,000 when the vehicle was registered in Kentucky. The vehicle was registered in Kentucky in February 2025.
Dec 08, 2025
The car started exhibiting signs of electrical issues like unable to start, unable to turn on, faster draining batteries in 2022. These issues lead to numerous appointments and visits to dealer and specialty shops. The battery, Starter, Alternators have all been tested and replaced costing thousands of dollars. The problem and escalated unabated despite these costly interventions. The electrical issues became a safety issue this week when after being jumped started, the electrical systems became unstable when driven. The radio and display cut in and out and started shaking when slowing or stopping. The car seemed about to cut out and disabled in traffic. When I returned home, the car was again completely dead. Another visit to dealer after previous visits mandated an “Overnight Draw Diagnostic Test” costing $162.50 to throughly investigate this issue. This overnight test required me to rent a car while this diagnostic was being conducted. The Honda dealer reported the cause and remedy of their test as Replacement The Right Front Outside Door Handle due to a “Large Parasitic Draw caused by The RF OUTSIDE SMART HANDLE DRAINING THE BATTERY REC TO REPLACE HANDLE AD FIRST STEP IN REPAIRS”. “Replaced the Right Front Door Handle, Reinstalled Door Panel, Set Vehicle up for A Draw Test, ReChecked and found No Excessive Draw At this time. Confirmed Repairs. The total cost of this repair was $836.64 pretax. Additional cost included rental car $462.00 This repair is clearly attributed to the Manufacturer and should have been covered as such. Additionally, given the escalating problems this design and engineering cost, it could be attributed to accidents and deaths.
Jul 27, 2023
Car key remotes both failed within the 7 years. They had to replace the SOP Fuse Box and Imobi Unit. The parts should not have failed within this time. The remote would open the trunk when the open and close feature was lightly touched and created a safety issue for the driver to secure the car and the alarm feature was not working. It was very costly to repair. With the cooperation of the car dealership, they reduced the cost to about $1300. This occured in August 2022.
Sep 12, 2022
It took 4 tries before my car would start. I went to auto zone to have the battery & alternator & starter tested. Battery was dead so I had it replaced. A week later, it took 4 tries before my car would start. I took it to auto zone for testing again. Alternator was bad so I got it replaced. A week later it took 3 tries before my car would start. I went to auto zone for testing again. Alternator was bad so I had a shop replace it again. A couple days later my car wouldn't start. I was stranded & needed to get to work. The mechanic that replaced the alternators for me came to my rescue. He tested & looked up the problem. He thought the sensor on the black terminal of the battery was bad. I ordered 1 & got it replaced. My car wouldn't start the next day after work & I was stranded again. The mechanic told me to unplug the black sensor so that my car would start & I could get home safely. The next day I took it to the shop & more tests were run. Finally he told me that I need to go to a dealership & tell them I need a TSB firmware update & that there was nothing he could do for me. Honda needs to be held accountable for this.
Nov 11, 2021
Vehicle battery would discharge over night resulting in a dead battery. Took the vehicle to dealer to fix. The problem was a parasitic draw on fuse 29 which was traced to a faulty front passenger lock actuator. Defect was determine after a review of NHTSA ID # 11378656
Jun 11, 2021
+ 5 more complaints for this component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
8 complaints
II HAD PULLED OUT OF A PARKING LOT AND WAS PREPARING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN. TO ALLOW AN ONCOMING CAR TO PASS, I STOPPED IN THE INTERSECTION. HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE BEHIND ME WAS FOLLOWING TOO CLOSELY, AND HIT MY REAR BUMPER. UPON IMPACT, MY CAR SUDDENLY REVVED AND ACCELERATED TO PERHAPS 20-30 MPH. I PRESSED HARDER ON THE BRAKE, BUT THE ACCELERATION CONTINUED. I QUICKLY APPLIED THE HAND BRAKE, AND MY VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP IN THE DRIVEWAY OF A FACING BUSINESS. FORTUNATELY, NO HUMAN OR PROPERTY DAMAGE OCCURRED. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE HONDA DEALER, WHO THOROUGHLY INSPECTED THE APPLICABLE COMPONENTS; THEY COULD FIND NO PROBLEMS, SO THEY CONTACTED HONDA, WHO SUBSEQUENTLY CAME OUT BUT AGAIN COULD FIND NO PROBLEMS. THE DEALERSHIP SUGGESTED THAT I MIGHT HAVE ERRONEOUSLY APPLIED THE ACCELERATOR INSTEAD OF THE BRAKE, BUT I KNOW THAT THIS IS NOT TRUE. I HAVE MANY YEARS OF EXCELLENT DRIVING EXPERIENCE, AND QUICK REACTION TIME. I AM ABSOLUTELY POSITIVE THAT I WAS APPLYING THE BRAKE, AND THAT MY CAR EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. WITH A SUPPOSED CLEAN BILL OF HEALTH, THIS CAR CONTINUES TO BE MY MODE OF TRANSPORTATION. HOWEVER, I ALWAYS HAVE AN UNDERLYING FEAR THAT THIS UNINTENDED ACCELERATION MIGHT OCCUR AGAIN.
Jul 29, 2020
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND LOST ACCELERATION IN DRIVE POSITION.
Mar 25, 2020
SPEEDOMETER STICKING READING OVER 60 WHEN GOING LESS THAN 40. WHEN STOPPED IT READ AT 23 JUST DO NOT CALIBRATE CORRECTLY. SERVICE DEPARTMENT HAD TO RE-WRITE THE THE TCM SOFTWARE.. NO ONE COULD EXPLAIN WHY THIS HAPPEN! IT IS STILL NOT ACCURATE & YES IT IS A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN
May 21, 2019
I WAS SLOWLY TURNING MY VEHICLE INTO A PARKING SPACE IN THE PARKING LOT OF A RESTAURANT. THE CAR WAS FACING THE BUILDING WITH A SIDEWALK BETWEEN THE CAR AND THE BUILDING. THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY AND UNCONTROLLABLY ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN.PRESSING ON THE BRAKE DID NOT SLOW IT DOWN AT ALL. THE VEHICLE LURCHED FORWARD, JUMPING THE CURBED SIDEWALK AND STOPPED WHEN IT CRASHED INTO THE BRICK WALL OF THE BUILDING. I WAS ABLE TO STEER AWAY FROM THE LARGE WINDOW THAT WAS DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF ME. IT WAS NOON AND FORTUNATELY THERE WERE NO CUSTOMERS ON THE SIDEWALK. THE VEHICLE SUFFERED EXTENSIVE FRONT END DAMAGE COSTING $7773 IN REPAIRS. I WAS EVALUATED AT THE SCENE BY AMBULANCE CREW. I HAD AN ELEVATED BLOOD PRESSURE AND A SORE SHOULDER/NECK. THE DEALER'S STAFF AND THE REGIONAL MANAGER INSISTED THAT THIS WAS NOT A FAILURE OF THE VEHICLE, BUT HUMAN ERROR. I KNOW I WAS NOT PRESSING ON THE GAS. THE REGIONAL MANAGER ASKED ME TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO THE CRASH SITE TO DEMONSTRATE FOR HIM WHAT HAD HAPPENED AS IT WOULD MAKE IT MORE CLEAR TO HIM THAN READING ABOUT IT. I DECLINED THIS LUDICROUS REQUEST! A POLICE REPORT IS AVAILABLE AS WELL AS INSURANCE CLAIMS AND PHOTOGRAPHS.
Jul 07, 2018
3 INCIDENTS OF UNINTENDED ACCELERATION - EACH TIME I WAS TURNING LEFT INTO A PARKING SPACE SLOWLY WHEN THE ENGINE REV'D AND THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD. THE 3RD INCIDENT ENDED WITH MY CAR SPEEDING THROUGH A PLATE GLASS WINDOW. THE DEALERSHIP ASSUMES THAT I HIT THE ACCELERATOR INSTEAD OF THE BRAKE. I DEFINITELY DID NOT. I APPLIED THE BRAKE AND WAS GLIDING INTO THE PARKING SPOT. WHEN THE CAR SPED UP. THE BRAKE FAILED TO STOP IT.
Mar 26, 2018
+ 3 more complaints for this component
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
7 complaints
Unknown Fumes have been seeping into the vehicle causing driver to be lethargic, and hallucinogenic and a terrible smell to seep into the car.
Nov 01, 2022
I HAVE 89000 MILES ON THIS VEHICLE OVER THE PAST 12 MONTHS MY JUNE CONSUMPTION HAS DECREASED 12-25 MILES PER GALLON. UNDER SIMILAR DRIVING CONDITIONS MY MILEAGE DROPPED FROM AVG OF 50MPG TO 42 MPG. HONDA DEALER INFORMED ME THAT THEY DO NOT KNOW WHAT CAUSES THE PROBLEM DRIVING CONDITIONS ARE DAILY 8-10 STOP & GO AND HIGHWAY DRIVING AT SNAGGED OF 45 MPG
Aug 05, 2020
VEHICLE STALL DAILY AFTER A STOP. I RETURNED IT TO THE HONDA DEALER WHO TOLD ME , "THAT WAS NORMAL!" I UNDERSTAND THE 2016 THRU 2019 MODELS WERE RECALLED FOR THIS PROBLEM BUT MY 2015 STALLS DAILY WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP! WHAT DO I DO NEXT???
Dec 15, 2019
MY VEHICLE STALLS SEVERAL TIMES A DAY WHEN STARTING FROM A STOPPED POSITION.
Aug 04, 2019
CAR ENTERED A PARKING SPOT WITH THE CLUCH PLACED IN PARK. SUDDENLY THE CAR ABRUPTLY WENT OVER THE CURB WAS STOPPED BY A CAR PARKED OPPOSITE SIDE. ABOUT 15 MIN. LATER THE LIGHTS WENT ON. THERE WAS NO MOVEMENT WHEN PLACED IN PARK.
Jan 04, 2019
+ 2 more complaints for this component
STEERING
7 complaints
Hard to steer to the left and car pulls to the right if you let go of steering wheel. Yes it has been reproduced & confirmed by the local dealer, & i was told this case usually happen when car was involved in accident but my car has never had any accident, there is no warning light, i thought it has something to do with alignment, i had it aligned early this year and i was told to have the power steering rack be check.
Jul 25, 2022
THE STEERING WHEEL ON MY 2015 HONDA CIVIC IS DEFECTIVE. THE STEERING WHEEL IS DISINTEGRATING MAKING THE HAND GRIP ON THE WHEEL UNSAFE. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN KNOWN BY HONDA CORP FOR YEARS AND THEY REFUSE TO REPLACE THIS UNSAFE STEERING WHEEL DUE TO VEHICLE WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED. HOWEVER THEY DID NOT STATE THAT THE STEERING WHEEL IS OPERATION IS SAFE. HONDA STATED THEY WOULD ONLY REPLACE IF THE NHTSA DIRECTED A RECALL FOR REPLACEMENT. I HAVE SEEN NUMEROUS 9TH GENERATION HONDA CIVIC'S WITH THIS SAME ISSUE. MY GRANDSON'S CAR IS A 2013 CIVIC WITH THE SAME ISSUE DISINTEGRATION AND GUMMY STICKY STEERING WHEEL. WHY WOULD THIS BE CONSIDERED A SAFE OPERATION OF A MOTOR VEHICLE? A SEARCH ONLINE WILL SHOW A NUMBER OF CIVIC OWNERS HAVE REPLACED THIS MODEL STEERING WHEEL AT THEIR OWN COST. I HAVE OWNED A NUMBER OF HONDA'S TO INCLUDE CIVIC, PILOT, ACURA TL, ACCORDS AND I HAVE NEVER HAD THIS PROBLEM BEFORE. IT SHOULD BE A RECALL ISSUE FOR ALL 9TH GENERATION HONDA CIVIC'S, ESPECIALLY WITH YOUNG PEOPLE PURCHASING THIS AFFORDABLE CAR.
Sep 01, 2020
I WENT OUT TO MOVE MY CAR IN THE DRIVEWAY THIS MORNING AND WAS SHOCKED THAT MY POWER STEERING HAD SUDDENLY FAILED OUT OF NOWHERE WHILE BACKING UP. THE CAR WAS EXTREMELY HARD TO MANEUVER IN THE DRIVEWAY (CERTAINLY CAN'T DRIVE IT ANYWHERE), AND THE POWER STEERING WARNING APPEARED ON THE DASH. 20 MINUTES LATER, IT WAS BACK TO NORMAL, BUT NOW I AM AFRAID TO DRIVE IT.
Jan 21, 2020
EVER SINCE I BOUGHT THIS CAR, THE STEERING HAS BEEN DRIVING ME CRAZY!! I CANNOT KEEP THIS VEHICLE STRAIGHT WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. I THOUGHT IT WAS BECAUSE OF THE ORIGINAL CHEAP TIRES THAT CAME WITH THE VEHICLE. I AM ON MY 3RD SET OF TIRES AND 3 ALIGNMENTS FROM THE DEALERSHIP WITH NO FIX!!! NO MATTER WHAT I DO.... THE CAR SWERVES ALL OVER THE ROAD. ESPECIALLY WHEN GOING HIGHWAY SPEEDS. CONTACTED HONDA CORPORATE AND THEY BASICALLY SAID THEY CAN'T DO ANYTHING. DEAR HONDA...U ARE PUTTING MY LIFE AT RISK WITH THIS 2015 HONDA CIVIC. I AM TERRIFIED TO DRIVE ON THE HIGHWAY DUE TO THE INSTABILITY OF THIS CAR. IT'S SERIOUSLY MENTALLY​ AND PHYSICALLY TAXING TO KEEP THIS VEHICLE FROM VEERING ALL OVER THE ROAD. I AM NOT KIDDING WHEN I SAY THIS...IF I WAS DRIVING BEHIND MY CIVIC...I WOULD THINK THE DRIVER WAS DRUNK. ABSOLUTELY​ THE MOST UN PLANTED VEHICLE I HAVE EVER DRIVEN. I AM BEGGING YOU HONDA...PLEASE ADDRESS THE WANDERING STEERING IN MY 2015 CIVIC!!! IT IS DANGEROUS!!!!
Apr 03, 2017
AROUND 8500 MILES WHILE DRIVE 35 MPH THE CAR SUDDENLY VEERED TO THE RIGHT HITTING THE CURB CAUSING $1200 PLUS DAMAGES TO THE WHEEL, ETC. AROUND 12,250 MILES WHILE DRIVING 45-50 MPH THE CAR SUDDENLY VEERED TO THE RIGHT AND RAN OFF THE ROAD CAUSING A BROKEN BACK AND $725 IN DAMAGE TO THE WHEEL SKIRTS. THIS HAPPENED 5/13/16. SUBSEQUENTLY THIS HAPPENED TWO MORE TIMES AROUND 40-45 MPH BUT WITH NO ACCIDENTS AS NO CARS WERE IN THE RIGHT LANE. REPORTED TO AMERICAN HONDA AND THE CASE WAS DISMISSED AS THEY CAN'T IDENTIFY ANY PROBLEMS. THE STEERING WHEEL WOBBLES BUT NOT CODES SHOW UP.
Sep 30, 2016
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WHEELS
7 complaints
TPMS LIGHT WILL NOT RESET IF ALL FOUR TIRES ARE NOT THE SAME BRAND. TIRE PRESSURES HAVE BEEN NORMAL. MULTIPLE REPAIRS HAVE BEEN MADE WITH NO AVAIL. THE TMPS SENSOR LIGHT IS ABLE TO BE TEMPORARILY RESET, BUT GOES OFF AGAIN AFTER DRIVING FOR A BRIEF TIME. ONLY WAY TO FIX IT PER TWO SEPARATE HONDA DEALERSHIPS IS TO GET ALL FOUR NEW TIRES. THE SAFETY AND WARNING LIGHT IS ANNOYING AND DISTRACTING. IT ALSO MAKES PASSENGERS IN THE VEHICLE FEEL WEARY OF THE CAR'S SAFETY WHICH MAKES THE VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO USE TO TRANSPORT BUSINESS PARTNERS, ETC.
May 03, 2020
TWO OF MY FOUR MICHELIN PILOT SPORT TIRES HAVE BELT SEPARATION. THERE IS NO EVIDENCE OF IMPACT DAMAGE (BULGED SIDEWALLS) THE TIRES HAVE UNDER 28K MILES, AND THE REMAINING TREAD I ESTIMATE AT 6/32S. BOTH OF THESE TIRES HAVE SPENT MOST OF THEIR LIFE ON THE REAR OF MY 2015 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN. BEING ON THE REAR (TO ME) MEANS NO WEIGHT OF THE ENGINE/TRANSMISSION, NO STEERING FORCE, NO ACCELERATION FORCE, AND UNDER 50% OF BRAKING FORCE. THE FRONT TIRES ARE IN GOOD CONDITION. I NOTICED THE PROBLEM WITH A GRADUAL INCREASE IN NOISE FROM THE REAR, AND I CANNOT PINPOINT THE EXACT START. THE DIAGNOSIS CAME FROM COSTCO TIRE CENTER #0328. THE TECHNICIAN SHOWED ME AND HAD ME TOUCH/FEEL THE DEFECTS WITH MY HANDS. THE DEFECTS ARE IN THE CENTER OF THE TREAD, AND ARE NOT NEAR THE SIDES AT ALL. MY TIRE SIZE IS 215/55R16 I DO NOT HAVE PHOTOS OR FURTHER ATTACHMENTS. I CAN PROVIDE THE SERIAL NUMBERS IF REQUIRED. THE DATE BELOW REPRESENTS THE DIAGNOSIS DATE. THE ZERO SPEED REPRESENTS AT THE TIME OF DIAGNOSIS WHILE THE CAR WAS ON THE LIFT.
Feb 28, 2020
I JUST BOUGHT THIS CAR AFEW DAYS AGO AND I'M ALREADY HAVING PROBLEMS WITH TIRE PRESSURE HOLDING.THE TIRES ARE BRAND NEW ISSUED BY THE HONDA DEALERSHIP WHERE I BOUGHT THE CAR. I WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE DEPT TODAY THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AND TO EXPECT IT. THAT IS UNEXCEPTABLE AND EXTREMELY DANGEROUS!! I'M WAS READING THE 2014 HONDA CIVIC HAS A RECAP FOR THIS PROBLEM.. WHY HAS THE 2015 NOT BEEN RECALLED? IF I HAVE AN ACCIDENT I WILL SUE HONDA!!!
Feb 06, 2019
I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE USED WITH LESS THAN 3500 MILES ON IT FROM VANDERGRIFF HONDA IN ARLINGTON, TX; IT HAS NO FUNCTIONING TPMS , WHICH IS REQUIRED IN A 2015 VEHICLE.
Nov 19, 2017
THE TPMS KEEPS COMING ON. I HAVE ASKED HONDA SINCE 2015 WHEN I PICKED UP MY BRAND NEW CAR TO LOOK INTO IT AND THEY TELL ME NOTHING IS WRONG. I HAVE ASKED 5 TIMES AND STILL NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE. THE SENSOR KEEPS COMING BACK EVERY COUPLE OF MILES. ALL HONDA DOES IS RESET IT AND THAT'S IT. THEY TELL ME ALL I HAVE TO DO IS RESET IT. WHAT IF SOMETHING REALLY IS WRONG WHEN I'M DRIVING? SOMETHING CAN HAPPEN BUT HONDA SAYS NOTHING IS WRONG. I DON'T THINK THAT IS TRUE. I CAN'T EVEN TRAVEL OR TAKE MY CAR ANY WHERE IN THE PAST 1 1/2 YEARS BECAUSE THE SENSOR ALWAYS COMES ON. I HAVE LESS THAN 500 MILES AND I BOUGHT THIS CAR BRAND NEW AND I DO NOT EVEN TRUST HONDA AND IT'S CARS ANY MORE. WASTE OF MONEY AND DISAPPOINTED FOR MY FIRST CAR. HONDA LIES AND DOES NOT FIX THE PROBLEM.
Jul 25, 2017
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SEATS
5 complaints
need new seatbelts
Mar 17, 2023
ONGOING ISSUE. HEADREST ANGLE IS NONADJUSTABLE (ONLY HEIGHT IS) AND THUS ISN'T SAFE FOR EVERYONE. IT PUSHES THE HEAD DOWN AND COMPROMISES SPINAL ALIGNMENT. PEOPLE WITH THINNER TORSOS OR WHO SIT MORE UPRIGHT ARE AT THE MOST RISK. OPTIONS TO FIX THIS INVOLVE USING PADDING ON THE BACK OF THE SEAT OR BENDING THE BARS IN THE HEADREST, BOTH OF WHICH WOULD PROVIDE SUFFICIENT DAILY COMFORT, BUT COULD RESULT IN INJURY IN AN ACCIDENT. A MUCH BETTER SOLUTION WOULD BE THE ABILITY TO ADJUST THE ANGLE OF THE HEAD RESTRAINT FOR PROPER POSITIONING AND ASSOCIATED INSTRUCTIONS IN THE SAFETY SECTION OF THE CAR'S MANUAL.
Nov 23, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA CIVIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEAD RESTRAINTS FORCE HER HEAD FORWARD IN A DIFFICULT POSITION. THE CONTACT WAS UNCOMFORTABLE WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HEAD RESTS COULD NOT BE ADJUSTED FOR SAFETY REASONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 5,500.
Jan 25, 2016
HEADREST AND CONCAVED SEATS ARE MAKING MY LIFE MISERABLE. I HAVE A LONG COMMUTE IN LA TRAFFIC TO/FROM WORK. I USUALLY USE THE TIME TO RELAX AND DECOMPRESS FROM A DAY OF TEACHER, INSTEAD THIS TIME HAS BECOME DREADFUL AND PAINFUL EXPERIENCE. I'VE HAVE BACK PROBLEMS AND NEXT PROBLEM FOR YEARS AND I'VE RECENTLY REALIZED ITS MY STUPID CAR! I JUST RETURNED FROM A 3 WEEK TRIP AND MY BACK PROBLEMS WERE NONEXISTENT DURING MY TRAVELS...FIRST DAY BACK HOME AND DRIVING AND MY BACK IS KILLING ME AGAIN! IN HINDSIGHT, THIS HAS BEEN THE SAME FOR PREVIOUS TRIPS. SUCH A DISAPPOINTMENT AS I'VE BEEN A LOYAL HONDA DRIVER.
Dec 10, 2015
VEHICLE HEAD-REST FORCES THE HEAD INTO AN UNCOMFORTABLE POSITION CAUSING NECK PAIN.
Sep 05, 2015
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
4 complaints
Failed tramission.
Jul 11, 2025
For the second time in 6 months, my car has malfunctioned at a stop light. Both times, the vehicle was unresponsive when I tried to go from fully stopped at a red light. In both instances, the (red) oil light and the battery light came on at the same time/after (meaning they weren’t on before) and the brake locked up. Pressing the gas pedal did nothing. Turning the car off completely and restarting cleared the issue in both cases, but I’m worried that it could happen again. Today when it happened, a vehicle behind me behaved aggressively toward me (even though I put my hazard lights on when I realized the problem), and brake checked me once I was moving again. The first time it happened, I took my car to a Honda dealership and they weren’t able to find anything wrong with the car. There were no codes that gave them any info about the issue and they weren’t able to replicate it. At that time, they did recommend a transmission fluid exchange, which I got. The car drove somewhat better (it had been jerky before) after the service, but the improvement was temporary as the jerkiness has returned. While this problem has only presented itself at stoplights l’m terrified of what might happen on a highway or in a situation where the people around me are even more aggressive than the man I encountered today.
Apr 21, 2023
The transmission fill plug comes out and the transmission fluid then gets all over under the hood. This is the second time this has happened as the first time I brought it to the Honda dealership, they said its nothing to worry about and happens as they put a new cap in and cleaned it up. This can not be ok as it has only been about a year an only 15,000 to 20,000 sence the first occurrence. I can feal a difference when operating the vehicle as it shifts weird and drags the car excessively, there is no warning. My loved ones operate this vehicle and I do not want to see any accidents happen as I have heard of them happening to the same year, make, and model 2015 Honda Civic EX. I would love for an inspection.
Jun 19, 2022
ABOUT 15 SECONDS ENTERING THE FREEWAY I DECIDED TO MERGE. AS I ACCELERATED I HEARD SOMETHING POP OR LIKE A CLUNK/THUMP SOUND, LIKE SOMETHING HAD SHIFTED, THEN MY CAR BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN. THEN WHEN I STEPPED ON THE GAS MY RPM WAS MOVING BUT MY CAUSE WAS NOT. GOOD THING I WAS STILL ON THE FAR RIGHT HAND SIDE AND WAS ABLE TO PULL TO THE SHOULDER WITHOUT CAUSING ANY ACCIDENTS. I TURNED THE ENGINE OFF THEN BACK ON. ENGINE WAS FINE, IT STARTED BUT I MY CAR WASN'T MOVING WHEN I PRESSED THE GAS ON DRIVE. I TRIED TO REVERSE MY CAR BUT IT MOVED VERY LITTLE AS WELL. SOUNDS LIKE MY PROBLEM REFLECTS THE RECALL ON 2014-2015 HONDA CIVIC CARS REGARDING ABOUT THE TRANSMISSION, ALTHOUGH A RECALL DOESN'T SHOW WHEN TYPING MY VIN.
Dec 03, 2018
STEERING,POWER TRAIN
3 complaints
2015 HONDA CIVIC WITH AROUND 87,000 MILES HAD TRANSMISSION FAILURE. CAR STARTED SHAKING WHILE DRIVING AND THEN STOPPED MOVING. CAR WAS PROPERLY MAINTAINED
May 19, 2025
I was on a trip in my 2015 honda civic and going down the highway and all of a sudden the RPM went way up and then the vehicle lost power completely. It left me stranded in the middle of nowhere. Turns out the CVT belt came apart causing metal fragments to gather on the speed sensor and make it malfunction. This is a common know issue and well documented on online forums. The cause of failure is excessively high hydraulic pressure within the transmission due to a computer programming error. A Honda recall updated the software. Some Civics have an internal component that was not hardened as much as it should have been. Honda believed they identified, by manufacture date, the Civics that did not receive that weak part and therefore left those Civics out of the recall. However, many, many other Civic owners including me have still experienced catastrophic failure of our transmissions. The software update that the Oct. 2015 recall provided took 20 minutes and cost Honda $33.33 in labor. Those of us with failed transmissions are having to pay $5000-$6000. The cars have to be towed to a dealer for diagnosis for even the possibility of having Honda cover the repair. Generally Honda refuses. This is an extreme safety concern if it fails while traveling in traffic and a nightmare to try to replace. Prior to the transmission failure, I had noticed that the fill plug on the transmission had popped off which was weird. I replaced it and it kept popping off. Turns out after looking online that countless other 2014-15 owners have also experienced this problem caused by pressure buildup within the transmission. I recommended that at minimum Honda be required to issue a software update for all 2014-15 Honda civics regardless of whether they have the internal hardened parts! Really hoping something can be done about this to protect future drivers and keep our roads safe. Thank you!!
Jul 08, 2023
I was driving in stop and go city traffic and came to a stop at a red light and noticed smoke or steam coming from the hood. Upon pulling away from the light once it turned green, I noticed I had reduced acceleration and pulled over quickly. I have yet to get it in to the Honda dealership but will shortly. Upon roadside inspection from a mechanic, it is confirmed the the cvt transmission plug has come off and the transmission has lost fluid. Additionally, when turning left, the car will jar around and rumble if you turn the steering wheel too much.
Mar 12, 2022
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
3 complaints
While I was driving on the highway I heard a rattling noise in the engine bay and every single light and system showed a malfunction on my dash. Then I was not able to accelerate and had to roll to a stop. This was extremely dangerous both for me and for the other vehicles on the highway because the speed limit was 55 MPH and between not knowing why all of my system warning lights turned on I didn't even notice that I was not accelerating anymore for a few moments. The worst part was that the area in which I was driving had no shoulder and it was by a body of water. When I was relatively safe out of the way I called a tow truck to take me to a repair shop a block away from my residence in the event it was something minor. The first repair shop looked at it and stated it was an engine issue and I should take it to the dealer/repair shop we normally take it to. I then needed to get it towed again to the other shop and the problem was confirmed to be a catastrophic engine failure by the Honda dealer/repair shop which we always take our vehicle to for maintenance (literally got an oil change and filters replaced less than a month prior) and had to pay to get our engine replaced. The original engine is not available for inspection as we had to get it replaced. The vehicle was not inspected by the manufacturer because they stated there was no open recall on our vehicle even if there were other vehicles with the same year make and model with an open recall on an issue that could cause something like this.
Jan 27, 2025
Son driving vehicle. Vehicle suddenly loses power whire moving and not shifting gears.
Jun 19, 2024
STICKING DRIVE BY WIRE THROTTLE BODY SYSTEM , WHEN SHIFTING CLUTCH IS NOT RELEASING RIGHT OR TO THE VEHICLE SPECS ON THE VEHICLE AND ENGINE VIBRATION WHEN IDLING. WHEN STARTING TO DRIVE , VEHICLE ENGINE VIBRATION WHEN DRIVING ON NORMAL ROAD AN HIGHWAY TOO.
Mar 14, 2016
POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
3 complaints
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal and brake pedal felt stiff and the vehicle had jolted while depressing the brake pedal before losing automotive power. The check engine, brake, transmission, and several other warning lights illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that after accelerating from a stop, the vehicle had jolted a day prior. The contact stated that an AAA service representative attempted to jump-start the vehicle however, the vehicle would lose automotive power once disconnected. The vehicle was towed to a local independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with codes: P1440 and P0AE1. The contact was advised by the independent mechanic that the failure was related to Service Bulletin: 20-030. The local dealer was contacted however advised that contact that the VIN was not included in the Service Bulletin. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000.
Oct 17, 2024
THE TRANSMISSION DRIVE PULLEY SHAFT IS DAMAGED, I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AND THE CAR LOCKED UP AND BRAKED AND THE FRONT WHEELS LOCKED UP. THIS IS BAD LUCKILY I WAS ON A DESERTED FREEWAY AND NO ONE WAS BEHIND ME. THIS IS DANGEROUS.
Jun 04, 2018
PURCHASED CAR WITH 136 MILES ON IT. NOTICED THE BRAKES MADE A POPPING SOUND WHEN PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, ALSO A NOISE WAS HEARD WHEN THE CAR WAS PUT INTO DIFFERENT GEARS. TOOK IT IN SEVERAL TIMES AND WAS TOLD NOTHING IS WRONG. MAYBE YOU ARE PRESSING TO HARD ON THE BRAKES.THIRD MONTH IN I WENT BACK AGAIN FOR THE GEAR SHIFT NOISE AND WAS TOLD THATS JUST HOW THESE CIVICS SOUND.
Nov 19, 2015
SUSPENSION
3 complaints
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving away from a parking lot, the vehicle made an abnormally loud sound. The contact pushed the vehicle back into the parking lot. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact noticed that the front axle had fractured and detached from the vehicle; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
Aug 29, 2024
Honda Civic Ex CVT 2 door coupe 2015 It has 117,00 miles CVT transmission problems I went to mechanic to see if I had fluid because the vehicle was sluggish when shifting I was told plenty of fluid, just nasty sludge. I was told I need a new transmission. He also said my wheel bearing on passenger side needs replaced Mechanic said ,” CVT are the worse in that year” I’m wondering why no recall??
Dec 24, 2022
WHEEL BEARING DEFECTIVE CAUSED LOUD NOISE WHILE DRIVING
Dec 13, 2017
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
3 complaints
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, the vehicle started jerking while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle lost motive power and stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the roadway. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed with internal transmission failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
Feb 16, 2022
I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON I-77 AND WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, THE VEHICLE STOPPED ACCELERATING. I WOULD PUSH ON THE GAS AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SLOW. I COULD HAVE GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT BUT PULLED OFF ONTO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY. THE CAR WAS RUNNING BUT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. I CALLED MY INSURANCE COMPANY TO TOW THE VEHICLE. THE HONDA DEALERSHIP WHO ASSESSED THE CAR SAID THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. THERE IS ONLY 100,364 MILES ON THE CAR AND THE TRANSMISSION SHOULD JUST STOP WORKING. THERE IS A KNOWN PROBLEM (RECALL) WITH THE 2015 HONDA CIVIC BUT MY VIN ISNT INCLUDED. HONDA KNOWS THEY NEED TO EXTENDED OR OPEN RECALL TO INCLUDE MORE VINS. THIS IS HONDAS MESS UP BUY PUTTING IN A FAULTY TRANSMISSION.
Jan 02, 2020
I WAS DRIVING HOME ON I-80 AND WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, THE VEHICLE STOPPED ACCELERATING. I WOULD PUSH ON THE GAS AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. RPMS WOULD GO TO 4000. THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SLOW. I COULD HAVE GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT BUT PULLED OFF ONTO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY. THE CAR WAS RUNNING BUT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. I CALLED MY INSURANCE COMPANY TO TOW THE VEHICLE. THE AUTO SHOP WHO ASSESSED THE CAR SAID THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. THERE IS ONLY 158,000 MILES ON THE CAR AND THE TRANSMISSION SHOULD JUST STOP WORKING. THE SHOP SAID IT WOULD BE $5100 TO REPLACE.
Nov 04, 2019
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
3 complaints
My 2015 Honda Civic has 69070 miles on it. My car will straight out just stop in the middle of the road. The breaks and gas will stop engaging. This has been happening since late March of 2021, and continues to happen at least once a week.There’s still power as the outside lights, radio, dash lights are all still on and functioning. I took the car to a Honda dealership and they said it was the REC VSA modulator. So I have had to replace the REC VSA modulator. The car ran beautifully for a whole week, then it started again. I took it to another auto shop and had them diagnose the car and they changed the MAP sensor, and the main engine bay fuse. I’ve had the alternator and started checked and they’re both fine. The 9th gen honda civics have electrical and computer issues and Honda should be held responsible because they’re a safety issue. I am so afraid of what could happen I only take my car to work and home. Something needs to be done about these issues.
Sep 30, 2021
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA CIVIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DURING COLD WEATHER CONDITIONS AND AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, COLD AIR EMITTED THROUGH THE VEHICLE WITHOUT THE A/C BEING ACTIVATED. IN ADDITION, THE ENGINE REVVED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50. UPDATED 08/15/17*LJ *CN
Apr 11, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA CIVIC. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER WHILE IDLING AT A RED LIGHT. THE FAILURE OCCURRED APPROXIMATELY SEVEN TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,000.
Nov 02, 2015
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
3 complaints
I HAVE THE AIR BAGS LIGH ON IN MY CAR ., I NEED TO CHECK THAT .. I BOUGHT THIS CAR WITH THE LIGHT ON
Jan 21, 2021
THE VEHICLE (V-2) WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION AT THE 1-5 NB CYPRESS OFF RAMP IN REDDING CALIFORNIA IN EVENING PEAK HOUR TRAFFIC (AT 1810). V-2 WAS STRUCK BY V-1, WHICH IN TURN PUSHED V-2 INTO V-3. BOTH V-1 AND V-2 WERE STATIONARY AT THE TIME OF COLLISION. V-1, A ISUZA TROOPER SUSTAINED MINOR FRONT END DAMAGE. V-2 RECEIVED MINOR FRONT END DAMAGE, AND MAJOR REAR END DAMAGE. V-3, A KIA SOUL RECEIVED MINOR REAR END DAMAGE. THE ISSUE IS THAT THE V-2 AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY OR THE SEAT-BELT RESTRAIN THE DRIVER IN THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER STRUCK THE STEERING WHEEL RECEIVING A MAJOR BRAIN CONCUSSION AND BROKEN NOSE UPON BEING PUSHED BY V-1 INTO V-3. SEVERAL ON THE SCENE QUESTIONED THE LACK OF AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT OR THE SEAT-BELT NOT PROVIDING THE RESTRAINT NECESSARY TO PREVENT THE INJURY. MY CONCERN IS THIS IS A FAILURE OF THE SAFETY SYSTEMS NECESSARY TO RESTRAIN THE DRIVER. REPORTING PARTY IS THE FATHER OF THE DRIVER OF V-2, A TEEN DRIVER.
Sep 05, 2016
I HAD A CAR ACCIDENT A COUPLE DAYS AGO I GOT INJURED FROM MY NECK AND MY BACK I HIT MY HEAD ON THE STEERING WHEEL DUE TO A MALFUNCTION OF MY AIR BAGS. THEY DIDN'T DEPLOY. BUT MY CAR IS ASKING ME TO CHECK THE AIR BAG SYSTEM AND THEY TURNED OFF ALSO MY SEAT BELT FOR SOME REASON GOT STUCKED IT WON'T PULL MORE.
Jul 23, 2016
SUSPENSION,WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES
2 complaints
The salespeople are very unprofessional and don’t take the wellbeing and safety of their customers or the surrounding public seriously. My husband and I went to Stark to test drive a couple of their cars. The first car that we test drove the Honda Civic should have been properly repaired first before ever being placed on the lot. To even get the parking brake lowered, my husband had to disassemble the plastic manifold, second the car was lowered to the point where it scraped the road whenever we were turning on an incline, finally there was some mechanical issue with the gear shift where we weren’t able to reverse. When we got back from the test drive the salesperson explained to us that they knew of this issue and that there’s a trick to it. This trick wasn’t mentioned to us at the start of the test drive, nor did the salesperson go with us to explain it to us on the road. This is very dangerous, what if there was an emergency and we needed to reverse. Not knowing this trick not only puts our lives in danger but also all the other drivers in the area. I’m not a car person, but even I know that a car should be able to go forwards and backwards.
Sep 09, 2025
DRIVING UNDER 30 MPH IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA A CAT CROSSED MY PATH. I SWIVERD TO THE RIGHT SCRAPPED A PARKED CAR AND HIT MY BREAKS HARD AND MY FRONT AXLE WENT OUT. THE FRONT RIGHT TIRE PRACTICALLY CAME OUT LEAVING THE CAR WRECKED
Oct 05, 2015
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2 complaints
Had to have transmission replaced at 114,000 miles in 2023 in June of 2024 warning on screen flashing multiple warnings hillside assist,power steering and Abs turned car off and wouldn't restart. Took to mechanic and they said it was faulty start button was replacef and in June of 2025 transmission plug was popped out and all lights started throwing warning signal again and car died won't restart.
Jun 12, 2025
I bought the 2015 Honda Civic in 2019 and had to replace the transmission in 2020 and now in February of 2023 I need to replace the transmission again. No service lights came on for transmission until the shop told me my trans was going out and I would need to replace it again. He said it is a common problem for the 2015 Honda civic because of the CVT transmission.
Feb 18, 2023
STEERING,AIR BAGS
2 complaints
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while their son was driving in a parking garage at approximately 3 - 4 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to turn and the driver had to use excessive force to regain control of the vehicle. The contact stated that there was an abnormal rumbling sound coming from the steering wheel. The air bag warning light was illuminated and other functions on the steering wheel became inoperable, including the horn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the cable reel was fractured and was interfering with the steering controls of the vehicle. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 47,500.
Jul 02, 2024
I have a 2015 Honda Civic that I just came back from the dealer with because they warning light for my airbag came on. At the dealership the code was cleared and I was told that it could be a cable reel and then reading the report from the dealership, it states that it could be a faulty airbag I feel this is very unsafe, and told let’s see what happens. I feel this is unsafe for me to be driving a car with a faulty airbag and possibly a cable that doesn’t work. My vehicle has 71000 miles and is always maintained.
Jun 18, 2024
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2 complaints
After coming to a complete stop at a Stop Sign with the Honda Civil, my husband (he) started to accelerate, but he could only go up to about 20 mph in a 55-mile zone. Next, the car made a bump noise when his foot was on gas pedal. The car went about 100 feet before it started to slow down on a busy highway. The car was not going the speed limit because it couldn't pick up speed. Multiple cars and trucks had to go around. Next, he had to pull over to the shoulder of the road because the car wouldn't pull no matter what gear it was placed in. The car stopped completely, and it had to be tolled home due to inability to move. Langdale Honda was called and asked about a possible recall on the transmission. They said that I would have to pay about $140 for an inspection for the problem.
Oct 30, 2023
Failure of transmission control module Description fits exact diagnosis in recall. Check transmission light on at 45,000 miles. Andy Mohr wants money to inspect it. I an more than willing to if they will inspect it for free but it is not drivable. If they would come pick it up I would be happy to let them drive it all they want. The problem came with no warning on the Highway. car wouldn’t no longer switch to second gear. Purchased at Andy Mohr Honda in Bloomington at 17,000 miles off lease from some someone who barely drove it. Certified Preowned by Honda. Paid in full, feel ripped off. Yes, available for inspection on request No warning: transmission complete failure 2015 Silver Honda Civic Has been discussed with mechanics at Curry Buick in.Bloomington as well as our Winslow marathon which has great mechanics, they told me to contact you. The issue according to the NTHSB is the “TCM” or transmission control module. resulting in cars wheels locking up, or spinning out of control and not changing gears (this is what happened to me and repeated itself when I waited a week and tried driving around my neighborhood ) the issue is supposed to result in transmission and Powertrain failure, making engine wanting to redline very easily. I’m lucky I didn’t burn my engine up. I didn’t purchase a car in 2018 at 17,000 miles and expect the transmission to fall out at 45,000 miles. That’s unacceptable and I was never notified, and Andy mohr purports that my vehicle was either serviced or software changed resulting in no issue, however a transmission dying at 45,000 mi on a Honda Civic is not right and I suspect Honda notified the previous lessee and they did not service the car or had it improperly serviced. Otherwise I see no reason to have a car fall apart at 45,000 miles. I drive like grandma.
Apr 02, 2023
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2 complaints
AT AROUND 130K MILES, AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON. GOES ON AND OFF SPORADICALLY. BEEN DOING THIS OVER 2 MONTHS. HAPPENS ANYTIME FROM WHEN STARTING THE CAR, TO DRIVING, STATIONARY, TURNING, ANYWHERE.
Dec 23, 2020
TAKATA RECALL; AIRBAG LIGHT HAS COME ON TWICE FOR NO REASON OVER THE PAST 3 MONTHS FOR A FEW DAYS AT A TIME AND WILL GO OFF. HAS COME ON ONLY WHEN STATIONARY AND SHOWS UNTIL IT DECIDES TO GO OFF AFTER I'VE STARTED THE VEHICLE AFTER A PERIOD OF TIME, AS IF IT NEVER WAS ON. TRANSMISSION ISSUE; TRANSMISSION PULLING/SLIPPING. WHEN PUTTING VEHICLE INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE IT STALLS AND JERKS BACK. WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP VEHICLE STALLS/JERKS. WHEN SLOWING TO A STOP VEHICLE JERKS CONSISTENTLY. LESS THAN 100,000 MILES.
Apr 16, 2019
VISIBILITY/WIPER
2 complaints
LEAVING WORK THIS MORNING, I TURNED ON MY CAR AND ACTIVATED THE REAR DEFROSTER. AFTER DRIVING FOR ABOUT 10 MINTUES, MY REAR WINDOW LITERALLY EXPLODED SOUNDING LIKE A CANNON WENT OFF RIGHT BEHIND MY HEAD. I WAS DRIVING AT APROX. 15 MPH ON A EVEN ROAD SURFACE SO IVE RULED OUT VIBRATIONS AND ALSO IT WAS ABOUT 75 DEGREES F SO HEAT COULDN'T HAVE CAUSED IT FROM RAPID TEMP CHANGES. THE ONLY THING I HAVE LET TO WONDER IS IF IT WAS A DEFECT IN THE DEFROSTER THAT CAUSED THE GLASS TO BECOME TOO HOT AND CAUSE THIS. MY DEALERSHIP HAS NOT TAKEN ANY MEASURES TO PULLING AMPS FROM THE DEFROSTER TO SEE IF THERE IS A DEFECT IN THE DEFROSTER AND HAVE REFUSED TO SERVICE THIS UNDER A MANUFACTURER WARRANTY. IS THERE ANY RECORD OF THIS HAPPENING TO OTHER HONDAS? IF SO, I MAY BE ABLE TO PROVE IT WAS A DEFECT FROM THE MANUFACTURER. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME.
Oct 05, 2018
I HAVE A 2015 HONDA CIVIC WITH THE LX TRIM PACKAGE. THE SCREEN FOR THE BACKUP CAMERA IS SMALL AND BACK ABOUT 3 INCHES UNDER THE DASH OVERHANG. IN BRIGHT DAYLIGHT THIS SCREEN IS UNREADABLE DURING BACKUP DUE TO LIGHT WASHOUT AND GLARE. IT WORKS WELL AT NIGHT, BUT ALMOST NOT AT ALL IN SUNLIGHT. BECAUSE OF THE HIGH MOUNTED REAR WINDOW THERE IS NO VISIBILITY FOR SEVERAL FEET BEHIND THE CAR WHEN BACKING UP WITHOUT THE BACKUP CAMERA. I HAVE BACKED INTO SEVERAL THINGS THAT DID NOT STICK UP ABOVE THE TRUNK LINE THAT COULD HAVE JUST AS EASILY BEEN A SMALL CHILD. THIS CAR HAS THE WORST DAYLIGHT BACKUP VISIBILITY OF ANY CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED. I BELIEVE IT IS UNSAFE.
Nov 14, 2015
SERVICE BRAKES
2 complaints
THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ON THIS VEHICLE DOES NOT KEEP THE CAR FROM MOVING, THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO MOVE AFTER YOU APPLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE CAR.
Aug 04, 2018
BRAKE PROBLEM. SAFETY CONCERN. HAD TO PANIC BRAKE HARD AND FAST TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT WHILE GOING STRAIGHT AT STREET SPEED OF LESS THAN 25 MPH. NEW NOISE IMMEDIATELY AFTER EVENT: 'METALLIC CLUCK' SOUND UPON BRAKE PEDAL RETURN COMING FROM FIREWALL WHERE VACUUM BOOSTER AND MASTER CYLINDER ARE LOCATED. ALSO NOW EXPERIENCING INTERMITTENT 'HIGH HARD BRAKE PEDAL' (VACUUM ASSIST PROBLEM?) SEVERAL TIMES WHILE DRIVING AND WHILE PARKED. TOWED TO DEALER. BRAKE PROBLEMS SHOULD NOT RESULT WHEN THEY ARE USED AS INTENDED. SAFETY CONCERN. *TR
Dec 19, 2016
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
2 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA CIVIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AUTOPARK HONDA (3630 OLD RALEIGH RD, CARY, NC 27511) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED DUE TO THE REPAIR COST. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V574000 (POWER TRAIN). THE CONTACT WAS ALSO INFORMED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED REPLACEMENT DUE TO A BENT CRANKSHAFT AND THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THE ENGINE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 79,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
Apr 19, 2018
NOTICED A SHUDDER WITH VEHICLE DURING 1ST WEEK OF PURCHASE. THOUGHT IT WAS A LITTLE WEIRD SINCE BEING A NEW CAR. ASSUMED THAT IT WAS AN ISOLATED INCIDENT WITH REGARDS TO BREAK IN OF VEHICLE. 2ND WEEK OF OWNERSHIP ON MY WAY TO WORK, NOTICED THE SHUDDER MULTIPLE TIMES DURING STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. THIS SHUDDER LATER TRANSITIONED INTO A KNOCK OR PINGING OF SOME SORT WHILE JERKING AND ACCELERATING ON ITS OWN WITHOUT ANY DRIVER INPUT. VERY SCARY AT THIS POINT...GOT OFF THE FREEWAY AND PARKED THEN TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF. UPON START UP, VEHICLE STILL IDLING VIOLENTLY. HAD TO GET TO WORK SO JUST BRAKED MOST OF THE WAY AND DROVE WITH ADDED CAUTION. AFTER WORK, CAR BEHAVED NORMALLY ON MY WAY HOME WITH ECON AND AIR CON BOTH OFF. SHUDDER IS STILL PRESENT TO THIS DAY DURING LIGHT TO MODERATE ACCELERATION AT 30 - 40 MPH. I AM FEARFUL OF USING THE ECON AND AIR CON TOGETHER AS THIS WORSENS THE PROBLEM. HONDA AND THE PUBLIC NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT THIS.
Oct 28, 2015
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint
My steering computer is bad. The steering wheel goes the opposite way. I’ve taken it to the dealership and they’re saying that the computer software and the whole computer needs to be replaced and affects how the way the car steers and is aligned.
Jan 24, 2026
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
1 complaint
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the vehicle suddenly came to a stop. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to exceed 35 MPH, and the contact pulled over. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a transmission center, and it was determined that the failure was linked to the CVT and pulley system. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
Nov 04, 2025
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
On on my dashboard due to a faulty malfunction in my ABS module that can only be done at Honda dealership and has to be removed only by Honda and sent off for Honda to rebuild and then sent back for them only to replace Seems ridiculous to pay $3000 for this when it's all over the Internet that this is an issue this is a computer issue this is ridiculous that this isn't there is no recall for this for this for this Honda issue it's all over Youtube this is the number one issue that's going around
Jul 16, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
1 complaint
My husband and I purchased a 2015 Honda Civic 3 years ago. We have maintained proper maintenance and have the documentation on this. At 118,000 ish miles, my [XXX] son was merging onto the interstate at night just a day or so after a snowstorm. As he was merging the car unexpectedly began to lose power. He tried to compensate by pushing the gas harder but realized her needed to pull over. The merge lane had construction cones and there was a bank of snow on the shoulder prohibiting him from getting over safely. He contacted the police he came out and he contacted a tow truck. He had to sit at the end of a merge lane for 45 minutes before a police officer could get there. We are fortunate he was not plowed by a semi or other vehicle. The car was towed to Richmond Car & Truck Center. After inspection, it was determined a new motor was needed. We paid to have that replaced only to be told after that it was still not operable. The transmission was out. The likely-hood of a motor and transmission going out was practically unheard of. The mechanic was even at a loss. I researched and found my son's make/model did have a recall on the transmission although, his was not part of that. We are thankful he is safe but I have never heard of a Honda losing a transmission/engine at 118,000 miles. We believe this is a transmission flaw. No warning light was ever illuminated and no issues of a problem ever existed until this incident. We have documentation. This has been reported to Honda but I have not received a response. I fear this may happen to someone else. What options do we have? INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Feb 19, 2025
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
1 complaint
[XXX] vin has the same issue for transmission failure as for the recall notice issued for all the honda Honda has issued recalls for certain Honda Civic models with Continuously Variable Transmissions (CVT) due to software issues that may affect the transmission's performance and durability. For example, in 2015, Honda recalled the 2014–2015 Honda Civic and 2015 Fit due to an issue with the CVT control software. In some CVT operation modes, the software was programmed to use high hydraulic pressure, which could put a lot of stress on the drive pulley shaft. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Jul 18, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
All light appeared on the dashboard and we took the vehicle in for inspection. We learned that the VSA Modulator had failed and was a safety risk as it controlled the brakes. This needs to be recalled as the soldering was not done correctly when originally manufactured and this particular part has failed on a high percentage of the hondas that come equipped with the modulator. Please look into recalling this as many drivers have experienced their brakes locking up while driving due to this modulator failing.
May 07, 2024
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaint
Transmission failed on the freeway December 2021. I was suddenly unable to speed up or accelerate my car. Placed me, my passengers and other people on the freeway at serious risk. Many cars braked suddenly behind me and swerved out the way to prevent a car accident. Dealer at the service center denied a problem and was inspected by them. No warming lamps or messages.
Nov 14, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR,POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGS
1 complaint
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration with the ABS and air bag warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the transmission was slipping while coming to a stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the dealer confirmed that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V574000 (Power Train) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000.
Mar 20, 2023
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
1 complaint
I was involved in accident due to the weather . I slide off ice and crash into a guard rail and light pole and my vehicle failed to deploy the airbags . I was not going fast due to weather. The seat belt worked probably which jammed after the impact, but my airbag warning light appear on dash board, but no airbags deployed which worries me. It’s in a collision shop now getting observed .
Feb 10, 2023
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaint
I was driving home from work and as I took off from a standstill, I accelerated and my car began to reach 4000-5000 RPM immediately but my speedometer read 4-6 mph. I made it to through the intersection and drove until I reached a safe parking lot. It began puttering through the parking lot, almost jerking, but sounded like I was accelerating at top speeds. Then, it stopped completely. I had it towed to a mechanic that I trust and it turns out that my transmission plug/cap was missing entirely, and all my transmission fluid leaked out without any notice, warning light, or message. I had driven without the cap for days likely before the car began to fail. I was alone and driving in the dark when it occurred which made me panic even more trying to get out of the road in rush hour traffic. After the tow truck began to drive away, I found this puddle of transmission fluid on the concrete. After the mechanic inspected and diagnosed all the damages/failures, he informed me that my entire transmission needs to be replaced along with other affected parts including a pump, new transmission cap, and transmission fluid. I found several other complaints reported to NHTSA about others having the same transmission failure and missing transmission cap/plug. This is my daily driver to/from work as well as transportation for me to take my parents to doctors appointments. Now, not only am I without a mode of transportation to work/medical appointments, but I am having to replace or rebuild the transmission. I was quoted $5366 for a new transmission…WITHOUT labor, replacement cap, new fluid. All for a $25 cap that popped off…NHTSA or Honda need to address this issue and find a solution. I could have been injured trying to navigate to a safe place while my car was stalling and sputtering.
Nov 15, 2022
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
ABS BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE AND UNABLE TO STEER VEHICHLE CAUSING ACCIDENT. FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY FOR FRONT PASSENGER. If THE PASSENGER DID NOT MOVE HIS HEAD WHEN HE DID AND DRIVER THEY BOTH LIKELY WOULD HAVE BEEN KILLED IN THE ACCIDENT. WHEN THIS VEHICHLE WAS PURCHASED AT THE CARMAX DEALERSHIP LESS THAN 60 DAYS AGO, IT WAS ASSURED OF NO ISSUES, HOWEVER IT DID HAVE LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNINGS AND THEY PUT AIR IN TIRES AT THE TIME OF TEST DRIVE, I HAVE READ SOME PEOPLE HAVE HAD LOW TIRE WARNING / ABS ISSUES PRIOR TO ABS FAILURES AND WISH THIS TO BE INVESTIGATED. THIS IS SUSPICIOUS.
Jun 14, 2022
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,WHEELS
1 complaint
I was driving and my tires felt as if they were locking while I was driving. As I was driving up a hill my car slowed down and I couldn’t press on the gas pedal. I luckily was able to get it to a safe spot but I wasn’t able to reverse back or drive forward.
Apr 11, 2022
BACK OVER PREVENTION
1 complaint
The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while attempting to park the vehicle she became aware that the back over prevention camera system was inoperable. The contact stated that she attempted to reset the camera however, the screen remained black. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted and informed of the failure. The contact was informed that there would be an out of pocket cost to have the vehicle diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 114,000.
Mar 25, 2022
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
1 complaint
TODAY I WENT UNDER THE HOOD BECAUSE MY CAR BROKE DOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION ON THE WAY TO THE HONDA DEALERSHIP AS MY CAR WAS ACTING STRANGE. IT WASNT ACCELERATING AS NORMAL AND DIDNT FEEL LIKE IT WAS SWITCHING GEARS. UNDER THE HOOD I DISCOVERED THE TRANSMISSION FLUID FILL CAP WAS COMPLETELY MISSING. IVE READ ONLINE OTHERS HAVE HAD THIS ISSUE AND IT WAS ADVISED TO FILE THIS REPORT.
Jan 15, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,EQUIPMENT,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
COMPLAINT TO NHTSA REF. 2015 HONDA CIVIC-EX (VIN: [XXX]) PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR REFERENCED VEHICLE CONTAINS A DESIGN FLAW AND PRODUCT DEFECT. THE CAR WAS NOT STARTING DUE TO A MAJOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. THE TECHNICIANS AT A HONDA CERTIFIED DEALER DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS A PRODUCT DEFECT ASSOCIATED WITH THE RIGHT FRONT DOOR HANDLE TOUCH SENSOR. ACCORDING TO AN ADVISOR AT HONDA OF ESCONDIDO (CALIFORNIA), THE DOOR HANDLE SENSOR FAILURE CONSTITUTED BOTH A HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE MALFUNCTION. THE ADVISOR INDICATED THAT THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND THAT HE HAS NOT SEEN THIS PHENOMENON OCCUR WITH RESPECT TO A HONDA CIVIC DURING HIS MANY YEARS AT HONDA OF ESCONDIDO. IT APPEARS THAT THE AMOUNT OF CURRENT (AMP) DRAW WAS THE MAIN CULPRIT IN DEPLETING THE BATTERY?S POWER CAPACITY AND DEGRADING IT TO A POINT THAT THE CAR WOULD NOT START AS A RESULT OF THE PRODUCT DEFECT. IT ALSO CAUSED THE VSA (I.E., THE VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST) SYSTEM TO MALFUNCTION AND BEHAVE ERRATICALLY AS WELL. IN OUR ASSESSMENT, THIS SITUATION CONSTITUTES A PUBLIC INTEREST CONSIDERATION AS THE SAFETY, WELL-BEING AND WELFARE OF EVERY OWNER IS AT RISK WHEN DRIVING THE SAME 2015 HONDA CIVIC MODEL. IN OUR JUDGMENT, A RECALL IS REQUIRED TO PREVENT SEVERE ACCIDENTS FROM HAPPENING AND TO PRECLUDE THIS HIGHLY RISKY AND DANGEROUS SAFETY SITUATION FROM RECURRING. THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE NECESSARY CORRECTION ACTION. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
Dec 09, 2020
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,LANE DEPARTURE
1 complaint
I WAS DRIVING ON A 3 LANE HIGHWAY AND HAD SLOWED DOWN WITH HAZARDS ON WHEN I WAS REAR ENDED MOVING ABOUT 7 MPH. I SUFFERED SEVERE INJURIES INCLUDING A GRAND MAL SEIZURE AND 2 BRAIN BLEEDS BECAUSE I BOUNCED MY HEAD OFF THE STEERING WHEEL AS WELL AS MY PASSENGER HITTING HER HEAD ON THE DASH AND CAUSING HER TO BLACKOUT BECAUSE THE CAR AIRBAGS DID NOT GO OFF WHEN WE GOT HIT BY SOMEONE DRIVING 65 MPH. THE CAR HAD BEEN HIT SO HARD IT GOT HIT INTO A BUSH CAUSING FRONTAL DAMAGE TO AND SEVERE REAR DRIVER DAMAGE.
Dec 02, 2020
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
1 complaint
RE. 2015 HONDA CIVIC-EX (VIN #: [XXX]) DEAR SIR, OUR REFERENCED CAR HAS HAD NUMEROUS DEFECTS AND DEFICIENCIES AND IS CURRENTLY INOPERABLE. WHILE WE'VE HAD TO REPAIR THE CAR ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS WITHIN THE PAST COUPLE OF YEARS, WHAT HAS OCCURRED WITHIN THE PAST 6 MONTHS HAS BEEN NOTHING SHORT OF A NIGHTMARE EXPERIENCE; STARTING IN FEBRUARY AND CONTINUING TO THE PRESENT DAY. THERE IS SOMETHING STRUCTURALLY WRONG WITH THE HONDA CIVIC AS THERE APPEARS TO BE OEM SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS RELATED DEFECTS AND MALFUNCTIONS THAT ARE UNUSUAL, ANOMALOUS AND TOTALLY ABNORMAL. IN ONE INSTANCE, THE CAR BECAME VERY ERRATIC AND WAS SHAKING AND AERODYNAMICALLY UNSTABLE AND IT ALMOST LOST CONTROL, AS THE STEERING COLUMN BECAME VERY RIGID/STIFF AND WAS NOT ABLE TO INITIALLY ROTATE/TORQUE THE STEERING WHEEL TO NEGOTIATE CERTAIN CORNER TURNS. NUMEROUS DASHBOARD LIGHTS FLASHED SIMULTANEOUSLY INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, CHECK ENGINE SIGN, VSA, TPMS, HSAS, POWER STEERING MALFUNCTION, EXCLAMATION SIGN, ETC. WE'VE REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR II) REPLACED THE BATTERY FIVE TIMES; AND III) CONDUCTED THE REQUISITE ALIGNMENT ADJUSTMENTS AND TIRE PRESSURE AND ROTATION APPLICATIONS AND OTHER RELATED REPAIRS, ETC. NONE OF THE ABOVE REPAIRS FIXED THE ROOT CAUSES OF THE PROBLEM. WE'RE NOT ABLE TO OPEN THE CAR DOORS AT THE PRESENT TIME AS THE VEHICLE IS NOT IN AN OPERATIONAL MODE. THIS CAR IS POTENTIALLY A "LEMON" AND FRANKLY WHATEVER TURNS-OUT TO BE THE ROOT CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM(S), THIS MODEL VEHICLE SHOULD BE A CANDIDATE FOR A RECALL. PLEASE DO THE RIGHT THING AND TAKE THE NECESSARY CORRECTIVE ACTIONS TO HAVE HONDA SATISFACTORILY RESOLVE THIS MATTER ASAP AND WE REQUEST NHTSA TO REPORT THIS INCIDENT SO THAT IT DOESN'T HAPPEN TO ANOTHER DRIVER AS THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PROMPT AND PROFESSIONAL COOPERATION. SINCERELY, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
Oct 29, 2020
POWER TRAIN,WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
IT WAS RAINING, I WENT TO SLOW DOWN AND IT WAS AS IF THE FRONT WHEELS LOCKED UP, TCS BLINKING ON AND OFF, AND THE TIRES REMAINED PULLING AS IF POWER WAS STILL BEING SENT TO THE FRONT TWO, LOCKED UP, TIRES AND I HAD NO CONTROL AS THE CAR PULLED ME STRAIGHT FORWARD INTO THE SIDE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE RESULTING IN A COLLISION THAT HAD ME HIT A STOPPED CAR SO HARD IT SPUN THE OTHER CAR AROUND AND TOTALED MY CAR. THIS ALL HAPPENED WITHIN 500 FEET OF WHERE I INITIALLY PULLED OUT ONTO THE ROAD I WAS TRAVELING ON WHEN THE CAR STARTED TO MALFUNCTION TO THE ROAD WHERE I ATTEMPTED TO TURN ONTO TO AVOID THE CRASH AND COULD NOT MANEUVER THE VEHICLE AT ALL.
Nov 15, 2019
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
1 complaint
MY CAR WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT LAST NIGHT AFTER BEING STOPPED ON THE FREEWAY. WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY I NOTICED MY CAR DRIVING STRANGE( SOUNDING AND FEELING LIKE IT WAS IN THE WRONG GEAR) MOMENTS LATER THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND 2 WARNINGS IN THE DASHBOARD ABOUT MY ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS. MY CAR BEGIN TO DECELERATE, COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FREEWAY AND BEING HIT IN THE REAR BY ANOTHER DRIVER. I FOUND THIS VERY STRANGE AND DANGEROUS DUE TO MY CAR BEING A 2015 AND PROPERLY MAINTAINED. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENED.
Nov 08, 2019
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 complaint
2015 HONDA CIVIC; 50,000 MILES. AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS AND MANUAL HEADLIGHTS EMIT A SOUND FROM THE ENGINE, BOTH RIGHT AND LEFT SIDES. IN ESSINCE, WHEN THE HEADLITES ARE ON, THE SOUND IS ON 100%. SEVERAL INDIVIDUALS SHARED SAME ISSUE ON THE HONDA FORUM AND SHARED SEVERAL POSSIBLE CAUSES. ONE OF WHICH WAS SMALL CRACKS IN THE SODER WITHIN THE MODULE. MY CONCERN IS WHEN THE CRACKS SEPARATE, THE HEADLIGHTS WILL STOP WORKING.
Oct 13, 2019
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS
1 complaint
I BOUGHT MY CAR NEW AND HAVE HAD IT ONLY 3 1/2 YEARS. MY ISSUES STARTED WITH MY BATTERY FAILING TWICE WITHIN A YEAR OF EACH OTHER. I HAD TO REPLACE ALL 4 TIRES WITH NEW ONES ONLY A YEAR AFTER BUYING IT BECAUSE THE TIRES WERE SO WORN DOWN AS IF THEY WERE NOT NEW TO BEGIN WITH. THEN I HAD A SYSTEM FAILURE THAT REQUIRED MY CAR TO BE TAKEN IN TO SERVICE FOR A COUPLE DAYS. THEN MORE RECENTLY I HAD A TRANSMISSION PIECE FAILURE THAT EMPTIED MY TRANSMISSION FLUID TO THE POINT THAT I WAS DRIVING ON THE ROAD AND MY CAR SLOWLY STOPPED MOVING WHICH EVENTUALLY HAD ME STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD FOR A COUPLE HOURS UNTIL I WAS ABLE TO GET TOWED. HONESTLY ONE OF THE WORST EXPERIENCES IN MY LIFE. I WAS BY MYSELF ON THE SIDE OF A WOODED AREA WHILE IT WAS GETTING DARK. WHEN I HAD MY CAR NOT START IT WAS IN A STATIONARY POTION. WHEN MY CAR HAD A WEIRD SYSTEM MOLT DOWN I WAS DRIVING AND WHEN THE TRANSMISSION STARTED ACTING UP I WAS ALSO DRIVING. WHEN DRIVING I WAS ON A MAIN STREET AND HAD TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD.
Aug 07, 2019
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,SEATS
1 complaint
MY CAR WAS STRUCK IN AN ACCIDENT IN WHICH THE AIR BAGS DID NOT COME OUT, NOT A SINGLE ONE. MY CAR WAS STATIONARY AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT ON A CITY STREET WHEN ANOTHER CAR AT FULL SPEED STRUCK FROM BEHIND. FROM THE IMPACT THE SEAT WAS TWISTED AND ONCE AGAIN NO AIRBAGS CAME OUT. ADDITIONALLY, THE SEAT BELT GOT STUCK AND ONCE I UNBUCKLED MY SEAT BELT IT DID NOT RETURN TO ITS PLACE LIKE IT NORMALLY DOES. WITHIN THIS COMPLAINT, I WILL ATTACH PICTURES FROM THE CRASH AND IT SHOWS HOW THE AIRBAGS DID NOT COME OUT.
Aug 02, 2019
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
1 complaint
THE CAR SLOWED DOWN WHILE DRIVING ON CITY STREETS, AND THEN STOPPED COMPLETELY. ALSO WHEN I STOPPED OR WAS SLOWING DOWN, MADE A TURN OR BRAKING THE SAME THING OCCURRED. THIS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES ON INDIVIDUAL DAYS. I PUT ON MY FLASHING HAZARD LIGHTS TO PREVENT BEING HIT FROM BEHIND ON BUSY STREETS. I HAVE READ ABOUT HIS HAPPENING TO SEVERAL OTHER DRIVERS WHEN I WAS RESEARCHING IT ONLINE. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION. I DO NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING HIS CAR, IT'S LIKE RUSSIAN ROULETTE. I AM HAVING IT CHECKED OUT TOMORROW AT A HONDA DEALER.IT MAY TAKE A WHILE FOR DIAGNOSIS OF THE CAUSE. I WAS SURPRISED THAT THIS WAS NOT LISTED AS A RECALLED VEHICLE. SINCE HIS HAS HAPPENED ON DIFFERENT DATES I WILL JUST LIST THE LATEST DATE BELOW.
May 30, 2019
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
NOTICED MY VIN NUMBER LOOKS DIFFERENT AND MY SETTINGS FOR RADIO, WALLPAPER, USB AND PHONE DASH BOARD HAS CHANGED AFTER MY EX-HUSBAND TOOK CAR SUPPOSELY TO GET OIL CHANGE
Apr 25, 2019
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 complaint
TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY AT AROUND 65 MPH WHEN I HEARD A LOUD BANG COME FROM THE TOP OF THE CAR. THE MOONROOF HAD UNEXPECTEDLY SHATTERED. HEATER WAS ON, WEATHER WAS AROUND 60 FAHRENHEIT IN CALIFORNIA. WHEN THE MOONROOF SHATTERED, I WAS NO WHERE NEAR AN OVER PASS; I HAVE NO REASON TO BELIEVE SOMETHING FROM THE EXTERIOR CAUSED THE DAMAGE. GLASS SHATTERED OUTWARD, BUT BITS STILL FELL WITHIN THE VEHICLE. PHOTO CAN CORROBORATE OUTWARD TRAJECTORY.
Jan 10, 2019
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
1 complaint
AS I STARTED TO DRIVE I NOTICED THAT WAS RUNNING REALLY SLOW AND MAKING A LOUD NOISE.AFTER 2 MILES I TURNED AROUND AND WENT BACK TO MY WORKPLACE.AS SOON IT REACHED UPHILL THE CAR WAS DRIVING BACKWARD.THIS IS 3 YR OLD CAR,THE AUTO REPAIR GUY SAID ITS THE TRANSMISSION. I FIND IT ODD FOR A 3 YR OLD CAR WITH 75,500 MILES ONLY.ALSO FIRST WEEK WHEN I HAD IT THE TIRE PRESSURE KEPT COMING ON. I THOUGHT IT MIGHT BE A SENSOR PROBLEM OR MAYBE SOFTWARE BUT THE CAR COMPANY DEALER WHERE I BOUGHT IT KEPT TELLING ME IT'S SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE WEATHER.THE LIGHT IS ON FOR 3 YRS NOW SO HOW DO I REALLY KNOW IF MY TIRES ARE OK OR NOT..MY CAR WENT TO HYDROPLANE ONE WHEN RAINSTORM AND COME TO FIND OUT MY TIRES WERE BAD AND BEC THE TIRE PRESSUE LIGHT WAS ON ALL THE TIME IT DIDN'T REALLY GAVE ME A REAL WARNING REGARDING MY TIRES.THE CAR DEALERSHIP COMPANY JUST IGNORED ME.DO THEY HAVE TO WAIT UNTIL I REALLY HAVE A BAD WRECK?? PLS. HELP ME,I REALLY WANT HONDA CARE TO KNOW BEFORE ITS TOO LATE.THANK YOU.
Dec 09, 2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,TIRES
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA CIVIC. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE BATTERY WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER (SAM LINDER HONDA, 300 AUTO CENTER CIR, SALINAS, CA 93907, (831)-424-1500) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIRE PRESSURE NEEDED TO BE ADJUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 32,000.
Jul 17, 2018
AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE
1 complaint
AIR BAGS HAVE BEEN REPLACED BUT VIN NUMBER ON THE AIR BAGS HAVE BEEN REMOVED.
Jun 29, 2018
VISIBILITY,VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA CIVIC. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A RATTLING NOISE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE NEAR THE TIRES. THE CONTACT TURNED OFF THE RADIO TO HEAR THE NOISE AND NOTICED A WIND NOISE. THE CONTACT THEN SLID THE COVER FOR THE SUN ROOF BACK AND NOTICED THAT THE SUN ROOF GLASS HAD BLOWN OUT. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE ROUND ROCK HONDA DEALER (2301 N INTERSTATE HWY 35, ROUND ROCK, TX 78664; 512-904-6900) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE GLASS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO IDENTIFY THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT RESEARCHED THE FAILURE AND DISCOVERED THAT IT WAS COMMON. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE REPAIR WAS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 24,500.
Jan 24, 2018
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA CIVIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRUNK OPENED INADVERTENTLY ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS AND WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (PRICE HONDA, 4567 S DUPONT HWY, DOVER, DE 19901), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000.
Jan 22, 2018
STEERING,SEAT BELTS,WHEELS
1 complaint
SI
Oct 01, 2017
SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: I HAVE HAD MY 2015 HONDA CIVIC COUPE SINCE OCTOBER OF 2015. FIRST ISSUE, SINCE I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE I HAVE NOTICED A STRANGE CLICKING SOUND THAT HAPPENS ONCE WHEN YOU SWITCH FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE. FOR EXAMPLE, I WILL PUT OUT OF MY DRIVE WAY IN REVERSE, GO A COUPLE YARDS IN REVERSE, THEN COME TO A COMPLETE STOP AND SWITCH IT TO DRIVE. AFTER I SWITCH IT TO DRIVE AND THEN DRIVE A COUPLE YARDS FORWARD, A WEIRD CLICKING SOUND COMES UP, IT IS TOWARDS THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. I AM NOT SURE IF IT IS AN AXLE OR HUB, OR KNUCKLE. THE SECOND ISSUE IS, MY IGNITION SWITCH. IT TENDS TO HEAT UP AFTER A FEW MINUTES. THE REASON I SAY A FEW MINUTES IS BECAUSE, ILL PUT THE KEY INTO THE IGNITION SWITCH, THEN TURN IT AND DRIVE OFF FOR A COUPLE OF MINUTES AROUND THE BLOCK. THEN ILL COME TO A STOP, PUT THE CAR IN PARK, AND REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION, AND THE KEY WILL BE EXTREMELY HOT. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED, I PUT MY KEYS IN MY JEAN POCKET AND IT BURNT ME. IT WASNT A BAD BURN TO WHERE IT LEFT ME A SCAR OR ANYTHING, BUT IT WAS STILL A BURN THAT IS NOT NORMAL.
Jun 16, 2017
STEERING,SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
1 complaint
I BOUGHT A BRAND NEW 0 MILES HONDA CIVIC 2015 ON MAY 2015 IVE BEEN HAVING A LOT OF PROBLEMS WITH MY SUSPENSION MOTOR MOUNTING HAD BEEN REPLACES AS WELL AS AXELS... I'M CONCERN ABOUT MY FAMILY AND MY OWN SAFETY I'M SCARED OF AN ACCIDENT FOR A SUSPENSION PROBLEM SINCE ITS FRONT SUSPENSION... ON THE DEALER THEY ALWAYS TRY TO AVOID ON TELLING ME THE CAUSE OF THIS MATTER... I WOULD LIKE THIS SUSPENSION PROBLEM TO BE INVESTIGATE... THE TRANSMISSION IS ANOTHER PROBLEM MOST OF THE TIME YOU ACCELERATE AND THE CAR DOENST GO FAST AND FEELS LIKE SLIPS ON KICKS OUT... I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER BUT LIKE ALWAYS THEY SAID THEY DON'T FIND THE PROBLEM... THE WORST THAT THE DEALER ALWAYS REQUEST ME TO GO ON A DRIVE TEST WITH THE MECHANIC THAT'S NOT PART OF MY JOB THEY SHOULD HAVE QUALIFIED WORKERS
Apr 24, 2017
STEERING,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaint
MY DAUGHTER (17 YEARS OLD) WAS DRIVING AT 35 MILES IN LEONA VALLEY CA ON LAST FRIDAY 2015 HER HONDA CIVIC (7,000 MILES ON ODOMETER). HER CAR LOW-PRESSURE AIR LIGHT CAME ON AND THEN CAR STARTED TO SWERVE VIOLENTLY LEFT TO RIGHT. WITHIN FEW MINUTES THE CAR BRAKES STOPPED FUNCTIONING (ACCORDING TO HER, IT FELT SHE WAS PUSHING ON AIR WHEN SHE PRESSED THE BRAKE PADDLE) AND THEN THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED. THE CAR ENDED UP ON ITS SIDE AND CAUGHT FIRE. IT STARTED A BRUSH FIRE (25 ACRES) HERE IN CA. WHEN MY DAUGHTER AND HER TWO FRIENDS TRIED TO GET OUT THE DOOR, THE OTHER DOOR WON'T OPEN. THEY HAD TO JUMP OUT OF THE SUN ROOF. THE QUESTION I HAVE IS WHAT CAUSED THE FIRE AND WHY DID THE CAR'S BRAKES AND STEERING WHEEL LOCKED? WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO FIND OUT WHAT NEEDS TO HAPPEN IN ORDER TO GET TO THE BOTTOM OF ROOT CAUSE OF THE ACCIDENT?
Aug 02, 2016
AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE,SEATS
1 complaint
WE WERE STOPPED IN TRAFFIC, SEAT BELTS WERE FASTENED, TURN SIGNAL ON, AND WE WERE REAR-ENDED BY A WORK VAN MOVING AT VERY HIGH SPEED. OUR CAR WAS TOTALED. THE FRONT SEATS WERE BROKEN DUE TO THE IMPACT. NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. NOT FRONT, NOT SIDE.
Jul 10, 2016
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
1 complaint
WE BOUGHT A BRAND NEW HONDA A COUPLE MONTHS AGO WE USUALLY DO NOT DRIVE IT MUCH SINCE IT IS FOR MY WIFE WHO TAKES THE BUS TO WORK. ONR DAY WR GOT A CHECK TIRE PRESSURE WARNING. SO I CHECKED TIRED AND EVERYTHING WAS FINE WITH THEM. THE WARNING WE WERE RECEIVING ACCORDING TO HONDA IS TPMS. AND IT'S ACTUALLY HAPPENING TO ALOT OF THERE CARS. FIESTA AND FOREMOST THIS IS SUCH A SAFETY HAZARD. BECAUSE WHEN THE REAL DAY COMES WHEN I DO NEED AIR I WILL NEVER KNOW. IT IS ALSO SAD THAT HONDA WAD AWARE OF THIS AND NEGLECTED TO MENTION IT TO US. THE OTHER THIN IS MY OLD CAR HAD FOR 15 PLUS YE AS DIDN'T HAVE ANY OF THESE HIGH TECH GADGETS,AND THESE NEW ONES I KEEP READING HAVE THIS ISSUE OR THAT. I'M STARTING TO BECOME EXTREMELY WORRY AND WONDER IF IT'S SAFE TO DRIVE. I AM CALLING THEM TODAY TO SET AN APPOINTMENT TO GT IT FIX
Jul 07, 2016
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT LEASED A 2015 HONDA CIVIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SIDE VIEW MIRRORS AND THE REAR WINDOWS OBSTRUCTED HER VISION WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,500. ...UPDATED 09/12/16 *BF *JS
Jul 07, 2016
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaint
I REPORTED DURING THE LAST OIL CHANGE THAT THE CAR WAS STALLING SPECIFICALLY WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE BETWEEN 10 MPH & 30 MPH. THE CAR STALLS, AND HAS EVEN COMPLETELY STOPPED FOR A FULL 60 SECONDS WHILE TRYING TO CHANGE LANES IN TRAFFIC EVEN THOUGH THE GAS PEDAL WAS COMPLETED DEPRESSED. THIS ALMOST CAUSED ME TO HAVE AN ACCIDENT. THE TECH SAID IT WAS DUE TO THE ECON BUTTON AND THE ENGINE TRYING TO CONSERVE ENERGY. I WAS TOLD TO NOT USE THE ECON BUTTON (ALTHOUGH THIS IS SUPPOSE TO SAVE ME MONEY ON GAS AND FUEL EFFICIENCY AND PART OF THE ALLURE OF THE VEHICLE.) DESPITE THAT I HAVE HAD THE ECON BUTTON OFF AND THE CAR CONTINUES TO STALL AND NOT ACCELERATE PROPERLY. AGAIN THIS IS USUALLY BETWEEN 10 MPG TO 30 MPH. I DON'T KNOW IF THIS IS A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM OR PART OF THE PISTOL PIN SNAP RING PROBLEM OR EVEN POSSIBLY A FUEL INJECTOR PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM APPEARS TO BE GETTING WORSE AND OCCURRING MORE FREQUENTLY. MY HUSBAND HAS THE SAME TYPE AND YEAR VEHICLE AND HIS DOES NOT BEHAVE THE SAME WAY. HIS ACCELERATION APPEARS TO BE FINE AND DOES NOT STALL AS MINE DOES. ALSO THE TIRE PRESSURE GAUGE HAS COME ON TWICE FOR NO APPARENT REASON. ONCE WAS 8-15-15 DURING A 4 HOUR ROAD TRIP WHICH OCCURRED AFTER WE ARRIVED. THE 2ND TIME WAS IMMEDIATELY AFTER I RETURNED HOME FROM MY LAST OIL CHANGE IN 4-2016. THIS IS THE (3RD) REPORTED PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE. PROBLEM (1) WAS THE STAINED HEADLINER (6/2015)WHICH WAS REPLACED AND HAS NOT HAD ANY FURTHER ISSUES (2) WAS THE CENTER CONSOLE PIN COMING LOOSE AND POPPING UP (4-2016) WHICH HAS CURRENTLY REMAINED INTACT AND NOW THE ACCELERATION IS GETTING WORSE. (CONTINUOUSLY).
May 18, 2016
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA CIVIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS ON, IN NEUTRAL OR WHILE DRIVING, THERE WAS AN EXTREMELY STRONG VIBRATION. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE WAS GETTING PROGRESSIVELY WORST. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MULTIPLE DEALERS, WHO WERE NOT ABLE TO REPLICATE AND DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND WAS TO SEND A REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVE FROM THEIR COMPANY TO INSPECT THE FAILURE BUT THE CONTACT RECEIVED NO FOLLOW UP AND WAS UNCERTAIN IF THE MANUFACTURER WOULD BE ABLE TO PROVIDE A PERMANENT REMEDY FOR THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 900. UPDATED 05/04/16*LJ *TR
Mar 16, 2016
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
I FIRST PURCHASED A 2015 HONDA CIVIC AND STARTED HEARING THIS "GRINDING/CREAKY" WHEN I PUSHED DOWN ON MY BRAKES, COMING FROM MY REAR. DON'T GET ME WRONG, I AM ABLE TO USE MY BRAKES AS I WANTED, BUT WHEN I PUSHED DOWN ON THE BRAKES TO PUT IN GEAR OR JUST PUSHED DOWN A LITTLE TOO HARD, I WOULD HEAR THIS NOISE. ALSO I NOTICED, WHENEVER I HAD A FULL TANK OF GAS (TOOK ME A WHILE TO FIGURE THIS OUT), I WOULD HEAR THIS "THUMPING" NOISE. IF I DO NOT HAVE GAS IN MY CAR, I DO NOT HEAR THE NOISE. I WENT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP A TOTAL OF 3 TIMES. THE MECHANICS TOLD ME THESE WERE NOT NORMAL NOISES, THEY TRIED TO DIAGNOSE MY CAR, IF KEPT MY CAR THE LAST TIME FOR 5 DAYS BUT WAS UNABLE TO GET THE SOUND TO REALLY GO AWAY. I EVEN TIRED TO TAKE IT TO ANOTHER HONDA DEALERSHIP TO GET MY CAR LOOKED AT, BUT I WAS TOLD, "TO TAKE MY CAR BACK WHERE I BOUGHT IT FROM BECAUSE ITS CLEAR THERE IS A PROBLEM, AND THEY DIDN'T WANT THEIR TECHS NAME ON IT". I WAS SHOCKED. I WENT BACK TO THE ORIGINAL DEALER AND THEY EVEN CALLED THE AMERICAN HONDA TECHNICIANS WHO WERE OF NO HELP. I WAS FED UP AND FELT UNSAFE IN MY CAR, SINCE I WAS BEING TOLD THESE WERE NOT "NORMAL" NOISES, I ASKED TO TRADE IN MY CAR (SAME EXACT YEAR/MODEL). DESPITE TEST DRIVING THE SECOND CAR (ON AN EMPTY GAS TANK), I DIDN'T HEAR ANY NOISES INITIALLY. BUT NOW ITS BEEN A FEW DAYS AND I HEAR THE EXACT SAME NOISES IN THIS CAR, AS I DID THE FIRST ONE. I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT TO DO. I JUST WANT A CAR THAT DOES NOT MAKE ANY OF THESE NOISES. I JUST TRADED IN MY CAR TO RECEIVE THIS ONE I AM CURRENTLY DRIVING ON 2/5/16. I HAVE YET TO GO BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP TO LET THEM KNOW OF THESE NOISES ON THE 2ND CAR, BECAUSE I FEAR BEING JERKED AROUND AGAIN. I REACHED OUT TO CORPORATE AND RECEIVED A CASE MANAGER NAMED ROBIN WHO HAS YET TO GET BACK TO ME AND NEVER RETURNS PHONE CALLS. I AM DESPERATE TO FIND OUT THESE NOISES.
Feb 11, 2016
TIRES
1 complaint
ON THE MORNING OF 12/14/15, WHILE TAKING MY NEW CAR , THAT HAD 3,400 MILES ON IT, TO THE DEALERAHIP FOR IT'S FIRST NEW CAR SERVICE I HAD A BLOW OUT OF THE REAR PASSENGER TIRE ON THE FLORIDA TURNPIKE DOING 70 MPH. WHEN I FINALLY ARRIVED AT THE DEALERSHIP THEY EXAMINED THE BLOW OUT AND COULD SEE NO DAMAGE TO THE TIRE THAT WOULD ACCOUNT FOR THE BLOW OUT. THE SAME WAS TRUE WHEN I GOT TO A MICHELIN DEALER WHO ALSO EXAMINED THE TIRE, HE COULD FIND NO DAMAGE THAT WOULD SUPPORT ANYTHING OTHER THAN A DEFECTIVE TIRE. WHEN THE TIRE BLEW IT BROKE THE REAR WHEEL SUSPENSION COVER. MICHELIN REFUSED TO PAY FOR THE COST OF THE NEW TIRE SINCE THE BLOW OUT CAUSED ADDITIONAL DAMAGE TO THE REAR SUSPENSION. MICHELIN WANT ME TO GO THROUGH THEIR "CLAIM PROCESS" WHICH INCLUDES, BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO MY RETURNING THE TIRE. AFTER NUMEROUS PHONE CALLS, EXPLAINING THAT BEING A SENIOR CITIZEN , CARRYING A TIRE TO BE MAILED IS NOT AN OPTION NOR WAS THE COLLECTION OF THE RUBBER THAT WAS LEFT ON THE TURNPIKE AN OPTION FOR ME TO COLLECT AND SEND, IN THE AT]LTERNATIVE I'VE ASKED MICHELIN TO SEND ONE OF THEIR REPRESENTATIVES TO MY HOME TO EXAMINE THE REMAINS OF THE TIRE ONOLY TO0 BE TOLD THAT IS NOT THEIR POLICY I AM AFRAID TO DRIVE THIS NEW CAR FOR FEAR OF THE OTHER 3 TIRES BLOWING OUT. I WANT MICHELIN TO REPLACE THE 3 REMAINING TIRES THAT ARE CURRENTLY ON THE CAR, TO PAY THE COST OF THE REAR WHEEL SUSPENSION WHICH IS $199.94, AND REIMBURSE ME FOR THE $201.43 I PAY TO REPLACE THE TIRE THAT BLEW OUT. SINCE TIRES ARE OUR FIRST LINE OF DEFENSE, MY FEARS ARE BASED ON MY HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE. I NEED MICHELIN TO STEP UP AND STAND BEHIND THEIR PRODUCT. PICTURES OF TIRE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST EMAIL: [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
Jan 20, 2016
STEERING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaint
TRYING TO STOP CAR BUT IT ACCELERATE AND WHEELS LOCK CAUSING AN ACCIDENT
Nov 27, 2015
STEERING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
WHILE TRAVELING AT SLOW SPEEDS IN CITY DRIVING, THE CAR TENDS TO LURCH FORWARD. CONCERNED ABOUT TAKATA AIRBAG- BEFORE I BOUGHT VEHICLE ASKED IF ONE WAS INSTALLED AND/ OR AIRBAG MANUFACTURER. COULD NOT GET AN ANSWER AND WAS TOLD TO BUY A 2015 "JUST TO BE SAFE". IN LIGHT OF THE 2015 VW TAKATA AIRBAG THAT JUST RUPTURED I WOULD LIKE ADVICE ON WHAT TO DO AS I BOUGHT THE CAR . IT IS HARD TO BELIEVE THAT TAKATA WOULD BE ALLOWED TO CONTINUE PUTTING AIRBAGS IN WITHOUT KNOWING THE CAUSE.
Aug 21, 2015
SEATS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
WE PURCHASED THIS CAR ON APRIL 11, 2015. DON'T DRIVE THE CAR EVERYDAY. HOWEVER, EVERY TIME I AM IN THE CAR, EVEN FOR SHORT DISTANCES, I GET REALLY SICK--HEADACHE, NAUSEA, TIGHTNESS IN THE HEAD, AND EXTREME TIREDNESS. I AM NOT PRONE TO CAR SICKNESS, AND HAVE DRIVEN A BRAND NEW HONDA ACCORD PREVIOUSLY, AND HAVE NEVER EXPERIENCED THESE SYMPTOMS BEFORE. A 2011 REPORT CITES HONDA CIVIC AS BEING THE 'HEALTHIEST' CAR TO DRIVE. HAS SOMETHING CHANGED IN THE MATERIALS THAT HONDA NOW USES? IS ANYONE ELSE EXPERIENCING THESE PROBLEMS? WHAT CAN I DO NEXT? HOW LONG BEFORE VENTILATION DISSIPATES THESE ISSUES?
Jun 08, 2015
Where to Find VIN for Problems Check
To check for problems and complaints on your 2015 HONDA Civic, you'll need the VIN number. Find your VIN in one of these 4 common locations.
Understanding VIN Structure for Problem Reports
Each character in your 2015 HONDA Civic 17-digit VIN helps identify specific complaints and problems affecting your vehicle model.
How to Check 2015 HONDA Civic Problems in 3 Steps
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Locate Your VIN
Find the 17-character VIN on your 2015 HONDA Civic dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.
2
Review by Component
Browse owner-reported complaints organized by vehicle component (engine, transmission, brakes, electrical) to identify common issues and problem patterns for this model year.
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Check Safety Issues
Review crash and fire incidents for each component to assess safety concerns. Contact your HONDA dealer or report problems to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many problems does the 2015 HONDA Civic have?
The 2015 HONDA Civic currently has 370 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.
What are the most common problems with 2015 HONDA Civic?
The most common problems reported for the 2015 HONDA Civic are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.
Where does this 2015 HONDA Civic problem data come from?
All problem and complaint data for the 2015 HONDA Civic comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.
How do I report problems with my 2015 HONDA Civic?
You can report safety problems with your 2015 HONDA Civic directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.
Where can I find my VIN to check problems?
Your 2015 HONDA Civic VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.
Is the 2015 HONDA Civic reliable?
Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 2015 HONDA Civic. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.
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