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2012–2025US model years checked

Safety recalls published by regulators

United States — NHTSA

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26 campaigns recorded in NHTSA's recalls database as at 19 August 2026.

A recall count is a list of campaigns issued for some production windows of this model — not a count of faults on this car. Most affected vehicles will already have been repaired free; check this vehicle's VIN or registration with the official regulator.

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Source: NHTSA recall records.

21 May 2026 AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER Campaign 26V332000 Affected build window: 29 September 2015Affected build window: 6 May 2021Affected build window: 10 October 2016Affected build window: 14 July 2021Affected build window: 11 April 2017Affected build window: 22 May 2018Affected build window: 1 September 2020 to 30 June 2021
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.

Consequence

Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.

98,892 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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14 November 2024 SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS Campaign 24V859000 Affected build window: 19 April 2023 to 4 January 2024
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in an unsecured seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

Consequence

An unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

121 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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14 October 2024 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP Campaign 24V763000
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid, and 2025 Honda Civic and Civic Hybrid vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may crack and leak fuel.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the high-pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 20, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PJW.

720,810 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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3 October 2024 STEERING Campaign 24V744000
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.

Consequence

Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.

1,693,199 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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1 February 2024 AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER Campaign 24V064000
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.

Consequence

An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.

750,114 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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18 December 2023 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP Campaign 23V858000
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Consequence

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

2,490,460 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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19 October 2023 STEERING:RACK AND PINION Campaign 23V704000
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Civic 4-door and Civic 5-door vehicles that received a replacement power steering rack as part of a service repair. The steering rack may have been incorrectly assembled, which can allow the tire to chafe against the lower suspension or tie rod end, possibly resulting in tire damage.

Consequence

A damaged tire can fail and increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the electric power steering rack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 16, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is YFW.

264,567 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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29 June 2023 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER Campaign 23V458000
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Civic, 2020-2023 Ridgeline, 2021-2023 Passport, 2021-2022 Pilot, and 2020 Acura MDX vehicles. The tie rod fastener that connects the brake booster and the brake master cylinder may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake master cylinder to separate from the booster assembly.

Consequence

Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are VEU, AEV, and ZET.

124,077 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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15 June 2023 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Campaign 23V430000
Defect

Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic, Acura RDX, Acura Integra, and 2022 Honda Accord vehicles. A ball valve in the vehicle stability assist (VSA) modulator may leak brake fluid, which can result in unintended vehicle movement when the brake hold feature is engaged or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel.

Consequence

Unintended vehicle movement or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the VSA modulator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are OEJ, XEK, AEY, XEX and OEW.

386 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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30 March 2023 SEATS Campaign 23V229000
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic Type R vehicles. The driver's seat frame may not have been welded properly, which can cause the seat cushion frame to break. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

Consequence

A broken seat cushion frame may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front driver seat cushion frame assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 10, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TDY.

640 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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25 March 2021 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP Campaign 21V215000
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Consequence

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.

624,552 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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10 December 2020 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT Campaign 20V770000
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Acura ILX, 2013 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid, and 2007-2008 Honda Fit vehicles with a manual transmission and 2009-2013 Honda Fit vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The drive shafts' protective coating may not have been applied properly during manufacturing, making it more susceptible to damage from road salt, or other contaminants, and potentially cause it to break.

Consequence

A broken drive shaft may cause a sudden loss of drive power. The vehicle could also roll away if the parking brake has not been applied before the vehicle has been exited. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shafts, replacing either the left or right drive shaft, if necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk with an interim letter mailed February 2, 2021. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are P9M, PAV, BAY, TAX, CA0, and MAZ.

248,358 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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28 May 2020 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP Campaign 20V314000
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Consequence

If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

135,995 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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16 November 2018 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL Campaign 18V817000 Affected build window: 29 March 2017 to 2 August 2017Affected build window: 3 August 2017 to 27 March 2018
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic Hatchback and Civic Type R vehicles. The owners guide in these vehicles may not have been included or if included, the owner's guide may not have been properly provided required information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

Consequence

If the information is missing or improper, it can increase the risk of injury or a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the owners information kit, free of charge. The recall began January 9, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is O3A.

7,016 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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27 September 2018 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM Campaign 18V663000 Affected build window: 5 September 2017 to 4 October 2017Affected build window: 4 October 2017 to 22 January 2018
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic and CR-V vehicles. The magnet that controls the torque sensor output signal for the electronic power steering system may not be properly secured, allowing the magnet to become dislodged. During a full lock turn, the dislodged magnet may cause steering assist to be applied in the opposite direction.

Consequence

The unintended steering input reduces vehicle maneuverability and increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C2N, P2O.

54 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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20 June 2018 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Campaign 18V421000 Affected build window: 11 December 2017 to 20 February 2018
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Civic vehicles. The manufacturing date area of the certification labels may have random characters which can affect the owner's ability to determine if a safety recall includes their vehicle.

Consequence

If the owner is not able to verify if their vehicle is involved in safety recall, it can increase the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the certification label, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is U23.

13 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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26 April 2018 SEATS · AIR BAGS Campaign 18V266000 Affected build window: 2 August 2016 to 27 July 2017
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback and Civic Type R vehicles. Driver and front passenger seatback pads sold as replacement service parts were made without slit openings for the seat-mounted side air bags. In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the seatback pad would interfere and adversely affect air bag performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

Consequence

If the seat-mounted air bags cannot not deploy correctly in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seatback pads, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is E1D, U1B, and X1C.

69 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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9 November 2017 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT Campaign 17V706000 Affected build window: 3 August 2017 to 3 October 2017
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda Civic Sedan and Coupe vehicles. The right halfshaft may have been improperly heat treated, reducing its strength.

Consequence

The improper heat treatment can result in the halfshaft breaking, preventing the engine from moving the vehicle, and can allow a possible roll away situation if the parking brake is not engaged. This can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the halfshaft's serial number, replacing it as necessary and aligning the front wheels, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is K0E.

5,404 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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11 October 2016 PARKING BRAKE Campaign 16V725000 Affected build window: 17 March 2015 to 3 October 2016
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2016 Honda Civic two door and four door 1.5L turbo and 2.0L vehicles. The electric parking brake (EPB) may not engage if it is applied immediately after turning the ignition off.

Consequence

If the EPB is not applied, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software to allow the EPB to engage immediately after the ignition is turned off, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KC6.

350,083 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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11 July 2016 EXTERIOR LIGHTING Campaign 16V526000 Affected build window: 23 February 2016 to 20 May 2016
Defect

American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Civic 2-Door vehicles manufactured February 23, 2016, through May 20, 2016. The affected vehicles may have a damaged LED side marker light circuit board inside the taillight assembly, making the marker light inoperable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."

Consequence

If a side marker light does not function, vehicle visibility can be decreased to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect both the taillight assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KB8.

11,846 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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9 February 2016 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE Campaign 16V074000 Affected build window: 22 September 2015 to 3 February 2016
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2016 Civic vehicles manufactured September 22, 2015, to February 3, 2016 and equipped with 2.0L engines. The affected vehicles have engines with piston assemblies that may have been manufactured without a piston wrist pin circlip or with an incorrectly installed piston wrist pin circlip.

Consequence

If a circlip is missing or incorrectly installed, the piston wrist pin may not be secure and may drift and damage the engine cylinder causing the engine to seize, and increasing the risk of a crash or a fire.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the piston assemblies and damaged engine components, as necessary, free of charge. Parts are expected to be available in the Summer of 2016. Owners were mailed an interim notification beginning March 31, 2016, and will be mailed a second notice when parts are available. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JX9.

42,129 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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15 September 2015 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) Campaign 15V574000 Affected build window: 16 January 2014 to 6 November 2014
Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Civic vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014, to November 6, 2014 and 2015 Fit vehicles manufactured March 12, 2014, to May 12, 2015. The software settings that control the transmission operation may result in damage to the transmission drive pulley shaft.

Consequence

If the transmission drive pulley shaft is damaged, it may break, and the vehicle may lose acceleration or the front wheels may lock up while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 30, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JU2 (Civic) and JU3(Fit).

143,676 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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10 March 2014 TIRES:BEAD Campaign 14V109000 Affected build window: 26 November 2013 to 21 January 2014
Defect

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Honda Civic LX vehicles manufactured November 26, 2013, through January 21, 2014. In the affected vehicles, during mounting of the tires, the tire bead may have gotten pinched between the assembly equipment and the steel wheel rims, resulting in damage to the tire.

Consequence

The tire damage could cause the tire to lose air, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any damaged tire, free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2014. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's number for this recall is JD8.

9,816 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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21 November 2012 STEERING:COLUMN Campaign 12V548000 Affected build window: 26 October 2012 to 30 October 2012
Defect

Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 Civic passenger vehicles, manufactured from October 26, 2012, through October 30, 2012. These vehicles were assembled with the incorrect steering column assembly.

Consequence

The steering column may not have proper energy absorbing characteristics, which could increase the risk of injury during a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the steering column, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on December 10, 2012. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.

157 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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4 June 2012 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT Campaign 12V256000
Defect

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 HONDA CIVIC VEHICLES. DURING ASSEMBLY, THE PROCESS REQUIRED TO SEAT THE DRIVER’S SIDE DRIVESHAFT AND SET THE RETAINING CLIP WAS NOT COMPLETED. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVESHAFT MAY SEPARATE.

Consequence

IF THIS OCCURS, THE VEHICLE WILL HAVE A LOSS OF DRIVE POWER AND MAY ROLL AWAY IF THE PARKING BRAKE HAS NOT BEEN SET WHEN THE GEAR SELECTOR HAS BEEN PLACED IN THE “PARK” POSITION, INCREASING THE RISK OF CRASH OR PEDESTRIAN INJURY.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver's side driveshaft and install a new driveshaft as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 21. 2012. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.

50,190 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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18 May 2011 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Campaign 11V288000 Affected build window: 21 April 2011 to 2 May 2011
Defect

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CIVIC 2-DOOR AND 4-DOOR VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 21, 2011, THROUGH MAY 2, 2011. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT AN O-RING, WHICH SEALS A CONNECTION IN THE FUEL FEED LINE, IS MISALIGNED. IF THE O-RING IS MISALIGNED, A SMALL FUEL LEAK MAY OCCUR.

Consequence

FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FEED LINE ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.

1,156 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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United Kingdom — DVSA

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14 campaigns recorded in DVSA's vehicle recalls database as at 19 August 2026.

A recall count is a list of campaigns issued for some production windows of this model — not a count of faults on this car. Most affected vehicles will already have been repaired free; check this vehicle's VIN or registration with the official regulator.

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16 February 2026 Civic Wheel Steel Bushes Missing (Accessory) Campaign R/2026/025 Affected build window: 7 February 2017 to 14 May 2018Affected build window: 21 May 2018 to 30 April 2019Affected build window: 22 May 2019 to 26 September 2019Affected build window: 8 October 2019 to 8 July 2020Affected build window: 7 August 2020 to 29 June 2021Affected build window: 16 January 2017 to 11 May 2018Affected build window: 16 May 2018 to 2 May 2019Affected build window: 20 May 2019 to 26 September 2019Affected build window: 9 October 2019 to 10 July 2020Affected build window: 7 August 2020 to 9 July 2021Affected build window: 4 January 2018 to 23 May 2019Affected build window: 5 August 2018 to 19 September 2019Affected build window: 14 October 2019 to 14 July 2020
Defect

On affected vehicles the alloy steel bushes may be missing in all five positions of the alloy wheel. This may result in the wheel nuts falling off or in the worst-case scenario wheel detachment.

Remedy

Inspect the wheels for the presence of bush and replace wheel(s) in case of missing bushes.

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31 March 2025 22-25M Civic and Other Models EPS Gear Box Worm Wheel Swelling Failure 6JP Campaign R/2025/024 Affected build window: 20 October 2021 to 21 September 2023Affected build window: 9 October 2023 to 27 May 2024Affected build window: 7 October 2022 to 5 September 2023Affected build window: 26 October 2023 to 28 October 2023Affected build window: 1 August 2024 to 20 August 2024
Defect

On affected vehicles ​due to decrease of the grease amount in the worm wheel gear meshing area of the EPS gear box during use the sliding resistance at the meshing area increases and the torque fluctuation when turning the steering becomes larger resulting in an abnormal noise or a dangerous sticking occurs when turning the steering.​

Remedy

For the Honda Civic (FL4 FE1) CR-V and ZR-V models replace the worm gear pre-load spring with a countermeasure part and add grease. For the Honda Civic Type R (FL5) model replace the Steering Gearbox with a countermeasure part.

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9 December 2024 23-25M High Pressure Fuel Pump Solenoid Component Part Breakage - 6YP Campaign R/2024/476 Affected build window: 1 October 2021 to 31 August 2024
Defect

On affected vehicles due to manufacturing issues the high pressure fuel pump could leak

Remedy

On the affected vehicles check for leaks and replace the high pressure pump if necessary

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5 December 2024 23YM Civic Lithium-Ion Battery Negative Terminal Defect Campaign R/2024/389 Affected build window: 3 June 2022 to 6 January 2023
Defect

On affected vehicles the Hybrid HV battery may develop a fault where battery electrolyte leakage occurs that may result in a vehicle fire in a worst-case scenario.

Remedy

Replace the Hybrid HV battery with a modified component.

40 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

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11 November 2024 23-24M ZR-V and Others Overspeed Alarm Inoperative Campaign R/2024/320 Affected build window: 9 October 2023 to 31 October 2023Affected build window: 16 October 2023 to 25 October 2023
Defect

On affected vehicles after cancelling the ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) the ISA (Intelligent Speed Assistance) will not alert the driver when over speed.

Remedy

Update Multipurpose Camera Unit with modified software.

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24 August 2020 VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH A FUEL PUMP MODULE MANUFACTURED WITH LOW DENSITY IMPELLARS Campaign R/2020/186 Affected build window: 18 September 2017 to 17 March 2020
Defect

Affected vehicles may be equipped with a fuel pump module manufactured with low density impellers.

Remedy

The affected fuel pumps will be replaced.

21,313 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

Open regulator source record
31 January 2020 THE REGULATORY REQUIREMENT FOR EMISSIONS LEVELS ARE NOT MET Campaign R/2020/008 Affected build window: 2 February 2015 to 23 May 2018
Defect

The regulatory requirement for emissions levels are not met.

Remedy

Update the software in the Engine Control Unit to improve the performance of the emissions control system

50,823 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

Open regulator source record
29 August 2019 POSSIBLE AIR BAG INFLATOR RUPTURE Campaign R/2019/246 Affected build window: 26 June 2007 to 21 May 2014
Defect

Driver air bag may not deploy correctly.

Remedy

The inflator inside the drivers airbag module is to be replaced.

8 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

Open regulator source record
29 August 2019 POSSIBLE AIR BAG INFLATOR RUPTURE Campaign R/2019/243 Affected build window: 17 November 2000 to 16 December 2014
Defect

Passenger air bag may not deploy correctly.

Remedy

The inflator inside the passenger�s airbag module is to be replaced.

122,397 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

Open regulator source record
27 July 2018 SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY AS INTENDED Campaign R/2018/119 Affected build window: 20 September 2016 to 13 September 2017Affected build window: 12 April 2017 to 31 July 2017
Defect

The front seat back pad mould (seat back cushion) and side airbag (SAB) are fitted to the seat back frame. The SAB is fitted underneath the pad mould and the pad mould has been designed with a slit that allows the SAB to deploy from underneath the pad mould. Seat back pad moulds that were supplied for after-sales use were not manufactured correctly; the slit process was not completed. When a front seat pad without the slit is assembled to the car it may block SAB deployment and may not satisfy occupant protection performance which is a non-conformance to side impact regulation.

Remedy

Registered owners of affected vehicles will receive a notification letter that will ask them to take their vehicles to a dealership or authorised repairer for a free repair. The technician will carry out inspection to verify the condition of the front seat back pad mould and will replace the pad mould and if necessary the seat heater element and seat back cover.

8 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

Open regulator source record
12 August 2016 POSSIBLE WHEEL LOCK WHEN ABS ACTIVATED Campaign R/2016/177 Affected build window: 29 February 2016 to 31 March 2016
Defect

Due to a manufacturing a check valve in the Vehicle Stability Assist / Anti lock braking modulator not operate correctly.The anti lock braking may not operate correctly resulting in possible wheel lock under anti lock braking operation. In addition the City Brake Active system (CTBA) may not operate as intended.

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace Vehicle Stability Assist / Anti lock braking modulator

769 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

Open regulator source record
22 July 2016 VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY Campaign R/2016/165 Affected build window: 12 April 2016 to 18 April 2016
Defect

A filter in the Vehicle Stability Assist / Anti lock braking modulator may break and foul one of the one-way check valves in the modulator. If the check valve does not operate correctly the vehicle stability control (using brake pressure) will not operate correctly. In some driving conditions the vehicle stability system may not be able to control the vehicle as intended and this may result in a skid or loss of vehicle control. The braking system does not lose function.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the VSA modulator.

97 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

Open regulator source record
16 May 2016 DRIVERS AIRBAG INFLATOR MAY RUPTURE IF DEPLOYED Campaign R/2016/045 Affected build window: 2 March 2004 to 20 May 2015
Defect

Abnormal deployment pressure may lead to rupture of the driver's air bag inflator case. In the event of an inflator rupture metal fragments could be propelled into the passenger compartment.

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace the inflator inside the driver's air bag module.

252,174 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

Open regulator source record
13 November 2012 VEHICLE MAY MOVE UNEXPECTEDLY Campaign R/2012/122 Affected build window: 27 October 2011 to 4 September 2012
Defect

Due to a software issue it could be possible to start the engine when the vehicle is in gear and the clutch is not depressed.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to install new software.

244 vehicles reported by the manufacturer as affected across the full campaign, which may cover several models.

Open regulator source record

What American owners reported to NHTSA

We checked the United States complaint database for this car.

5,700complaints for model years 2012–2025

The components Americans complained about most

  1. STEERING2,138 complaints
  2. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM580 complaints
  3. AIR BAGS514 complaints
  4. POWER TRAIN497 complaints
  5. ENGINE385 complaints

Keep the populations separate. These are complaint filings, not confirmed vehicles or forum owners. They are not added to the forum counts above.

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