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2015 Honda Civic HybridRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 365 owner complaints for the 2015 Honda Civic Hybrid. Most complaints involve power train (169) and air bags (54). 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
365
Top: power train
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 2015 Honda Civic Hybrid as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
365 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jan 2015 – Nov 2025
- Power train169
- Air bags54
- Engine31
- Electrical system24
- Vehicle speed control20
- Steering19
- Structure16
- Wheels13
- Service brakes12
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
- 35
- Fires reported
- 2
- Injuries reported
- 22
- 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
Power train
169 reports2 crashes
“Had to have transmission replaced at 114,000 miles in 2023 in June of 2024 warning on screen flashing multiple warnings hillside assist,power steering and Abs turned car off and wouldn't restart. Took to mechanic and they said it was faulty start button was replacef and in June of 2025 transmission plug was popped out and all lights started throwing warning signal again and car died won't restart.”
Air bags
54 reports20 crashes
“I was in a car accident, I rear ended a vehicle. The other vehicle was stopped, I did not break at all and ran into them. My airbags did not deploy & there was substantial damage to my vehicle (deemed totaled by insurance assessor). My safety was put at risk as I sustained whiplash (whiplash resulted in neck pain day(s) following and bruising on my upper legs. When the assessor reached out to me, he stated that the air bags should have deployed and seemed to be a malfunction.”
Engine
31 reports2 crashes2 fires
“My husband and I purchased a 2015 Honda Civic 3 years ago. We have maintained proper maintenance and have the documentation on this. At 118,000 ish miles, my [XXX] son was merging onto the interstate at night just a day or so after a snowstorm. As he was merging the car unexpectedly began to lose power. He tried to compensate by pushing the gas harder but realized her needed to pull over. The merge lane had construction cones and there was a bank of snow on the shoulder prohibiting him from getting over safely. He contacted the police he came out and he contacted a tow truck. He had to sit at the end of a merge lane for 45 minutes before a police officer could get there. We are fortunate he was not plowed by a semi or other vehicle. The car was towed to Richmond Car & Truck Center. After inspection, it was determined a new motor was needed. We paid to have that replaced only to be told after that it was still not operable. The transmission was out. The likely-hood of a motor and transmission going out was practically unheard of. The mechanic was even at a loss. I researched and found my son's make/model did have a recall on the transmission although, his was…”
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 | 45 | 44 | $1,400 | 202 |
- 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 9107
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.
2015 Civic Hybrid questions
How many recalls does the 2015 Honda Civic Hybrid have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 9, 2026.
What are the most common 2015 Honda Civic Hybrid problems?
Owners filed 365 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (169), air bags (54), engine (31). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2015 Honda Civic Hybrid get?
The EPA rates the 2015 Honda Civic Hybrid at 44 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).
How safe is the 2015 Honda Civic Hybrid?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2015 Honda Civic Hybrid 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 9, 2026