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2013 Honda Civic HybridRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 310 owner complaints for the 2013 Honda Civic Hybrid. Most complaints involve air bags (106) and steering (38). The EPA rates it 44 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Combined MPG
44mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
310
Top: air bags
Fuel cost / yr
$1,400est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2013 Honda Civic Hybrid as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
310 complaints filed with NHTSA · Feb 2013 – May 2026
- Air bags106
- Steering38
- Electrical system35
- Service brakes34
- Structure23
- Power train22
- Engine21
- Vehicle speed control20
- Seats16
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
By model year
Complaints for each Civic Hybrid model year we’ve synced.
View as table
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 35 |
| 2005 | 48 |
| 2006 | 1,459 |
| 2007 | 1,268 |
| 2008 | 980 |
| 2009 | 424 |
| 2010 | 410 |
| 2011 | 166 |
| 2012 | 454 |
| 2013 | 310 |
| 2014 | 282 |
| 2015 | 365 |
| 2025 | 15 |
- Crashes reported
- 28
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 29
- Deaths reported
- 0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Air bags
106 reports18 crashes1 fire
“The contact owns a 2013 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the contact was rear-ended by another vehicle, which caused the contact to crash forward into another vehicle. The contact and their spouse were taken to a local emergency room to be evaluated. The contact and their spouse sustained multiple injuries, such as whiplash and back injuries. In addition, the contact's spouse sustained an arm injury. A Police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.”
Steering
38 reports4 crashes
“Purchased November 2023 not even 1 week warning lamps, messages / adaptive cruise control, road departure mitigation, brake systems, failure lights alarming at the same time. Took to dealer cleared sensors. A matter of days alarms going off again. Call dealer they want to keep vehicle for diagnostic. When they did diagnostic it was another problem. They repair guy also mentioned not to apply E-brake. He said their is a possibility that it may completely lock. I will be taking vehicle to another dealership for 2nd opinion.”
Electrical system
35 reports1 crash
“The airbag light comes on sporadically - almost all of the time when it's cold, and then on/off when it is warmer. Throws the code B0001-13 - Open or Increased Resistance in Driver's Airbag Inflator. Brought it to the dealership and they told me that I needed to get the whole driver's side airbag replaced (to the tune of $1300 dollars). With the plethora of recalls surrounding 2000s to 2010s Civics, I have a hard time believing this shouldn't be covered under some sort of recall, especially with the amount of other people online who have experienced the same issue.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 9, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
1 version rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
- Engines
- 1.5L 4-cyl hybrid
- Transmissions
- Automatic (variable gear ratios)
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civic Hybrid Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 43 | 44 | 44 | $1,400 | 200 |
- 44mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
1 tested variant
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5Honda Civic Hybrid 4 DR FWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 10.5%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 9, 2026Vehicle 7527
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2013 Civic Hybrid questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Honda Civic Hybrid have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 9, 2026.
What are the most common 2013 Honda Civic Hybrid problems?
Owners filed 310 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (106), steering (38), electrical system (35). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2013 Honda Civic Hybrid get?
The EPA rates the 2013 Honda Civic Hybrid at 44 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).
How safe is the 2013 Honda Civic Hybrid?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2013 Honda Civic Hybrid 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 9, 2026