Is the Honda Civic Reliable?
1996–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Honda Civic Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 12 | — | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 1 | 55 | 2 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2024 | 1 | 99 | 8 | — | 61 | Fair |
| 2023 | 1 | 201 | 10 | — | 60 | Fair |
| 2022 | 0 | 635 | 19 | — | 61 | Fair |
| 2021 | 1 | 111 | 3 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2020 | 2 | 146 | 9 | — | 56 | Fair |
| 2019 | 2 | 257 | 13 | — | 54 | Fair |
| 2018 | 4 | 358 | 11 | — | 45 | Fair |
| 2017 | 4 | 357 | 9 | — | 46 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Civic Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Civic scores 13 points below the average sedan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Honda Civic Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 2231 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Honda Civic reliable?+
The Honda Civic scores 59/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 17 recall campaigns and 2231 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Civic is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Civic achieved the highest reliability score of 83/100 with 1 recall and 12 complaints.
How many miles does a Civic last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Honda Civic owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Civic will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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