2016 Honda Civic Problems & Complaints

Most common 2016 Honda Civic problems

• Steering~39,000 miles
  44641%
• Other / not specified~35,000 miles
  25323%
• Electrical system~28,000 miles
  11911%
• Engine & cooling~29,000 miles
  999%
• Brakes~23,000 miles
  969%
• Windows, wipers & sunroof~9,000 miles
  545%
• Body & structure~13,000 miles
  484%
• Transmission & drivetrain~41,000 miles
  363%
• Fuel & propulsion system~14,000 miles
  303%
• Lights~1,000 miles
  303%
• Air bags~33,000 miles
  283%
• Stability & traction control~13,000 miles
  272%
• Wheels & tires~12,000 miles
  262%
• A/C & heater~39,000 miles
  212%
• Speed control & acceleration~3,000 miles
  172%
• Driver assistance~83,000 miles
  131%
• Suspension~30,000 miles
  61%
• Seats~0 miles
  40%
• Seat belts~13,000 miles
  40%
• Equipment & accessories
  30%

Share of the 1,082 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

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2016 Honda Civic recalls (5)

What 2016 Honda Civic owners say

Steering all 446 →

The contact owns a 2016 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel was drifting and failed to move as needed and continued to jerk. The contact forced the steering wheel into position however, the action would overcorrect the vehicle. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel was jerking and the vehicle was difficult to turn. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer again where it was diagnosed and determined that the power steering rack needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 47,466.

The contact owns a 2016 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, frequently becoming stuck in position, requiring that the steering wheel be manually returned to center. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V663000 (Steering), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000. The VIN was not available.

Electrical system all 119 →

The contact owns a 2016 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the electronic braking system, steering, alternator, check engine, and TPMS warning lights illuminated. After shifting into drive(D), the vehicle lost power steering functionality and became difficult to turn. The braking system warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a certified mechanic and the contact was informed electronic power steering rack and pinion had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure was 46,000.

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2016 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while getting maintenance work performed on the vehicle , her mechanic discovered a mileage discrepancy through a Carfax report. The contact stated that she was given a Carfax report upon purchase of the vehicle; however, the report she was given did not match her mechanic's Carfax report. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 120,000 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 190,000.

Engine & cooling all 99 →

The contact owned a 2016 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked unattended, it caught fire. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. There were no reported injuries. A police report was filed. The air bags did not deploy. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number 16V074000 (Engine and Engine Cooling).

The contact owns a 2016 Honda Civic. The contact stated that on numerous occasions while the vehicle was idling or driving at various speeds, she depressed the accelerator pedal however, the RPM's increased and the engine revved; however, there was an extended delay before the vehicle responded. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure, and an appointment was scheduled. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 108,000.

2016 Honda Civic engines & fuel economy

EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.