2009 Honda Civic SI
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 3 |
| 2006 | 4 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 3 |
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 3 |
| 2022 | 73 |
| 2023 | 61 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2025 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 2 total reports mentions: structure.
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IN JULY OF 2015, THE PAINT ON MY CAR SLOWLY STARTED CHIPPINGM NOW ITS FULL BLOWN RIDICULOUS AND MAKES HONDA CARS LOOK NOT WORTH THE INVESTMENT. I WILL STAY AWAY FROM PURCHASING WITH HONDA FROM NOW ON, THOUGH I LOVE MY VEHICLE. 2009 HONDA CIVIC SI
NHTSA ODI report, 20170720
1 of 2 total reports mentions: air bags.
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TAKATA RECALL THE AIRBAG LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. I HAVE SCANNED THE CAR WITH CAR MD SCAN TOOL AND IT CAME BACK WITH 10 SRS CODES. 15-1,25-1,27-1, 56-1, 61-1,68-1,83-1, 86-1, 02-8, 09-2.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190518
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2009 Honda Civic SI — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2009 Honda Civic SI reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Honda Civic SI?
The most-reported component is structure:body, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Honda Civic SI have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.