2022 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.
83% of complaints: steering — 731 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rack and pinion.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Steering pulls to the side making it very hard to steer. Will stay in lane when going straight but makes your arms sore trying to steer it. Does not happen at all speeds usually above 30mph. Duplicated by dealer.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220518
Also filed under LANE DEPARTURE
My 2022 Honda Civic has developed an intermittent sticky steering condition. The steering wheel becomes difficult to turn around the center position and requires additional force before it moves normally again.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260808
Also filed under SUSPENSION and UNKNOWN OR OTHER
10% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 90 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I owned 2 of these 2022 civics equipped with Honda's Collision mitigation braking technology. This is the year they removed the forward radar and relied only on a single camera unit.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230923
9% of complaints: lane departure — 81 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing assist and warning.
CRASH INJURY5% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 42 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing cruise control.
CRASH INJURY4% of complaints: electrical system — 38 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing adas.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
Momentary Increased Steering Effort
Momentary Increased Steering Effort
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Civic 4-door and Civic 5-door vehicles that received a replacement power steering rack as part of a service repair.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the electric power steering rack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 16, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is YFW.
Campaign 23V704000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid,...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, October 18, 2024, and August 2025. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 24V064000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 24V744000 — 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
2022 Honda Civic — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (731 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (90 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for lane departure issues (81 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V704000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V064000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V744000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V332000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2022 Honda Civic reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Honda Civic is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Honda Civic?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 83% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Honda Civic have?
4 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.