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 | 0 | 16 | — | — | 77 | Good |
| 2025 | 0 | 74 | 17 | — | 67 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 99 | 8 | — | 71 | Good |
| 2023 | 0 | 202 | 10 | — | 61 | Fair |
| 2022 | 1 | 638 | 19 | — | 51 | Fair |
| 2021 | 2 | 122 | 3 | — | 76 | Good |
| 2020 | 2 | 150 | 9 | — | 71 | Good |
| 2019 | 2 | 283 | 13 | — | 66 | Good |
| 2018 | 4 | 388 | 11 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2017 | 4 | 371 | 9 | — | 62 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Civic Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Civic scores 6 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 2343 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Honda Civic reliable?+
The Honda Civic scores 66/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 15 recall campaigns and 2343 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 77/100 with 0 recalls and 16 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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