Most common 2008 Honda Civic SI problems
Share of the 7 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Honda Civic SI complaints by model year
Best Civic SI years: 2007, 2008. Years to avoid: 2022, 2023. Compare all years →
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2008 Honda Civic SI a good car?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 Civic SI rates average: 63% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Civic SI at the same age. It is one of the best Civic SI years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Honda Civic SI?
The body & structure — 2 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year, most often about body. Next are the air bags (2) and engine & cooling (2).
How many recalls does the 2008 Honda Civic SI have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2008 Honda Civic SI. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Honda Civic SI?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2007 and 2008. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2022 and 2023. See the full Honda Civic SI years comparison.
At what mileage do 2008 Honda Civic SI problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 125,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.