2014 Honda Civic
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 35 |
| 1987 | 39 |
| 1988 | 46 |
| 1989 | 69 |
| 1990 | 91 |
| 1991 | 110 |
| 1992 | 98 |
| 1993 | 146 |
| 1994 | 135 |
| 1995 | 199 |
| 1996 | 305 |
| 1997 | 373 |
| 1998 | 435 |
| 1999 | 338 |
| 2000 | 287 |
| 2001 | 1079 |
| 2002 | 702 |
| 2003 | 499 |
| 2004 | 350 |
| 2005 | 314 |
| 2006 | 1402 |
| 2007 | 1203 |
| 2008 | 914 |
| 2009 | 395 |
| 2010 | 396 |
| 2011 | 168 |
| 2012 | 454 |
| 2013 | 314 |
| 2014 | 290 |
| 2015 | 377 |
| 2016 | 1059 |
| 2017 | 574 |
| 2018 | 708 |
| 2019 | 406 |
| 2020 | 216 |
| 2021 | 133 |
| 2022 | 877 |
| 2023 | 249 |
| 2024 | 116 |
| 2025 | 62 |
| 2026 | 23 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
33% of complaints: power train — 97 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY19% of complaints: air bags — 56 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
While I was driving, a truck hit me from behind causing a 5 car accident. My car was unable to be driven from the scene. The radiator and front collision bar are very bent in, however my airbags did not deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230913
I WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION WHERE THE ENTIRE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WAS COLLAPSED INCLUDING THE FRAME BEING BENT AFTER I REAR-ENDED A NISSAN ARMADA WHO BRAKED SUDDENLY IN FRONT OF ME. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND THE CAR WAS RENDERED TOTALED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180504
TAKATA RECALL _ MY SON HAD AN ACCIDENT IN THIS 2014 HONDA CIVIC AND THE AIRBAG DIDI NOT DEPLOY. THE WRECK WAS FRONT END "CRASH" DOING $8,000+ WORTH OF DAMAGE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171213
12% of complaints: electrical system — 36 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I was approaching a green light, and engaged the brakes to slow down. As I approached the light reaching approximate 10MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231107
8% of complaints: wheels — 22 distinct reports on file.
CRASH8% of complaints: engine — 22 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Honda Civic LX vehicles manufactured November 26, 2013, through January 21, 2014.
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.
Campaign 14V109000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 15V574000 — check if this car was fixed
Electrical overstress
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2014 Honda Civic — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (97 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (56 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (36 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 14V109000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V574000 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2014 Honda Civic reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Honda Civic is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Honda Civic?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Honda Civic have?
2 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.