2018 Honda Civic
This year had more than double the complaints 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 | 48 |
| 1989 | 69 |
| 1990 | 92 |
| 1991 | 111 |
| 1992 | 100 |
| 1993 | 155 |
| 1994 | 161 |
| 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 | 1204 |
| 2008 | 916 |
| 2009 | 395 |
| 2010 | 396 |
| 2011 | 168 |
| 2012 | 454 |
| 2013 | 317 |
| 2014 | 290 |
| 2015 | 377 |
| 2016 | 1075 |
| 2017 | 584 |
| 2018 | 736 |
| 2019 | 424 |
| 2020 | 221 |
| 2021 | 140 |
| 2022 | 881 |
| 2023 | 252 |
| 2024 | 119 |
| 2025 | 68 |
| 2026 | 27 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
42% of complaints: steering — 309 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rack and pinion.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
âStickyâ steering has developed over the last few thousand miles driving this vehicle. It began with the car resisting turning when driving straight.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260724
Steering wheel started notching after taking left turns. The wheel would not smoothly return to center and would stick which would lead me to over correcting the steering wheel to get it unstuck.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260722
Steering sticks requires, force to turn wheel at times. This is an ongoing problem, not a one time occurrence.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260711
13% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 95 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing control/drive module and fuel pump.
CRASH INJURY11% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 80 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
My 1.5L turbo had the error message "Emissions System Problem" appear on the dash.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260713
8% of complaints: electrical system — 61 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing wiring and wiring harness.
CRASH FIRE INJURY8% of complaints: engine — 57 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Civic vehicles.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the certification label, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is U23.
Campaign 18V421000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic and CR-V vehicles.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C2N, P2O.
Campaign 18V663000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic Hatchback and Civic Type R vehicles.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the owners information kit, free of charge. The recall began January 9, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is O3A.
Campaign 18V817000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 20V314000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD.
Campaign 23V858000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 26V332000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2018 Honda Civic — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (309 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (95 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (80 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V421000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V663000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V817000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V314000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V858000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V332000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2018 Honda Civic reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Honda Civic is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Honda Civic?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Honda Civic have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.