2026 Honda Civic
Only 23 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 23 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 |
|---|---|
| 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
Only 23 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
5 of 23 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Brakes I wasn't able to stop when I got to the intersection. My emergency brake system never turned on and stop me from hitting the rear of the ambulance.
NHTSA ODI report, 20251009
4 of 23 total reports mention: steering.
CRASH INJURY4 of 23 total reports mention: service brakes.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Brakes I wasn't able to stop when I got to the intersection. My emergency brake system never turned on and stop me from hitting the rear of the ambulance.
NHTSA ODI report, 20251009
4 of 23 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Brakes I wasn't able to stop when I got to the intersection. My emergency brake system never turned on and stop me from hitting the rear of the ambulance.
NHTSA ODI report, 20251009
3 of 23 total reports mention: engine.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2026 Honda Civic — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (4 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2026 Honda Civic 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 2026 Honda Civic?
The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Honda Civic 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.