2007 Honda Civic Hybrid

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2007 Honda Civic Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:47:35.023Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2007: 64 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2003	51
2004	35
2005	48
2006	55
2007	64
2008	64
2009	28
2010	12
2011	1
2012	12
2013	9
2014	5
2015	5
2025	7

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 52%

52% of complaints: electrical system — 33 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

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THIS VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE FOR HIGHWAY OR CITY DRIVING. IT DECELERATES WHEN YOU NEED POWER, MAKING IT VERY DANGEROUS TO MERGE IN HIGH SPEED OR HEAVY TRAFFIC CONDITIONS. IN THE SUMMER WHEN THE A/C IS RUNNING, ACCELERATION IS EXTREMELY UNRELIABLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120409

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Civic Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel was difficult to turn.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250325

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT "INTEGRATED MOTOR ASSIST SYSTEM COMPROMISE" DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180112

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 20%

20% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 13 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

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NHTSA ODI report, 20120409

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A SOFTWARE UPDATE WAS PERFORMED BY THE DEALER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE UPDATE DECREASED ACCELERATION AND SHORTENED THE BATTERY LIFE OF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110909

POWER TRAIN 16%

16% of complaints: power train — 10 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 14%

14% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 9 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

ENGINE 14%

14% of complaints: engine — 9 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID. WHILE THE CONTACT'S WIFE WAS DRIVING 5 MPH, THE CONTACT MADE A LEFT TURN AND DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WHEN THE INTEGRATED MOTOR ASSIST (IMA) WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE SEIZED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180918

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT "INTEGRATED MOTOR ASSIST SYSTEM COMPROMISE" DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180112

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20110325 — electrical system

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2007 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID VEHICLES. THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR THE VOLTAGE CONVERTER THAT RELAYS POWER FROM THE INTEGRATED MOTOR ASSIST (IMA) SYSTEM TO THE VEHI

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE VOLTAGE CONVERTER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 25, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-999-1009 A SELECT OPTION 4.

Campaign 11V106000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20161115 — air bags

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Acura TSX, 2011 TSX Wagon, 2010-2011 Acura ZDX, 2008-2011 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid, and Civic GX, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2010-2011 FCX...

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall is KA4, KA5, KA6, and KA7.

Campaign 16V346000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20170222 — air bags

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Acura TSX, 2011-2012 Acura TSX Wagon, 2010-2012 Acura ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2012 Honda Accord Crosstour and Honda Insight, 2009-2012 Honda Fit, 2009-2012 Pilot, 2007-2011...

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag inflator, free of charge. The manufacturer has mailed an interim notification, and will send a second notification when parts are available.

Campaign 17V030000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20190705 — air bags

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2013 TSX Sport Wagon, and 2010-2012 ZDX and 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV, 2012-2014 Crosstour,...

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator installation and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019.

Campaign 19V378000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20190812 — air bags

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2014 TSX Sport Wagon, 2010-2013 ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic and Civic Hybrid, 2008-2010 Civic GX NGV, 2012-2015 Crosstour,...

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.

Campaign 19V502000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2007 Honda Civic Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for electrical system issues (33 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (13 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for power train issues (10 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 11V106000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Verify recall 16V346000 (air bags) has been completed.
Verify recall 17V030000 (air bags) has been completed.
Verify recall 19V378000 (air bags) has been completed.
Verify recall 19V502000 (air bags) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2004 ● 2005 ● 2003

WORST YEARS

● 2008 ● 2006 ● 2003

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FAQ

Is the 2007 Honda Civic Hybrid reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Honda Civic Hybrid is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Honda Civic Hybrid?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 52% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2007 Honda Civic Hybrid have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.