The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Civic vehicles. The manufacturing date area of the certification labels may have random characters which can affect the owner's ability to determine if a safety recall includes their vehicle.
The risk
If the owner is not able to verify if their vehicle is involved in safety recall, it can increase the risk of injury or crash.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 18V-421 (18V421000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | U23 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Report date | June 20, 2018 |
| Owners notified | August 7, 2018 |
| Vehicles affected | 13 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 18V-421 repair free?
Yes. Honda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 13 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.