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2019 Honda Civic Si problems

Owners filed 353 complaints about the 2019 Honda Civic Si with NHTSA between Jan 2019 and Aug 2025. The most-cited component is steering (81).

Complaints
353
Filed with NHTSA
Crashes
22
Reported by owners
Fires
0
Reported by owners
Injuries
13
People reported injured
Deaths
0
Reported to NHTSA
01 —By component

Complaints by component

One complaint can cite several components
  1. Steering81
  2. Fuel system, gasoline67
  3. Fuel/propulsion system62
  4. Electrical system33
  5. Engine26
  6. Service brakes25
  7. Forward collision avoidance22
  8. Power train13
  9. Structure11
  10. Lane departure10
  11. Vehicle speed control8
  12. Wheels7
  13. Visibility/wiper6
  14. Air bags6

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 7, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Trend

When complaints were filed

Does it get worse with age? Complaints per calendar year filed
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Model yearComplaints filed per calendar year
201930
202029
202131
202220
202347
2024141
202555

Mileage at failure isn’t a structured field in NHTSA complaint data, so we don’t chart it. Some owners mention it in their reports below.

03 —Owner reports

Top problems in owners’ words

Verbatim from NHTSA complaints, newest first

Steering

81 reports2 crashes
“I purchased a 2019 Honda Civic LX July 3rd 2025 I noticed that the steering front end didn't feel right so I brought it back they still to this day the dealership has the car I cannot drive it on the highway because the steering goes to the left goes to the right I have to keep two hands on the wheel I came close to hitting a tractor trailer cannot drive over 50 mph without it being out of control right now it's at Honda dealership and they're saying they're not sure what's wrong after seeing all the complaints I notified them that I felt that's what the problem was the steering box rack I do not feel safe or trust this car I'm trying to get the dealer to buy the car back”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 19, 2025SteeringODI 11674737

Fuel system, gasoline

67 reports
“The contact owns a 2019 Honda Civic SI. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start on the initial startup intermittently. The contact stated that the fuel pump made a grinding sound while locking the door. The check engine warning light was illuminated for a moment. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000. Parts distribution disconnect.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Apr 9, 2025Fuel system, gasoline, Electrical system, EngineODI 11653591

Fuel/propulsion system

62 reports1 crash
“When trying to start the car the car won't turn over. When it finally does start and i am driving it seems to lose power as if it wants to shut down. Im afraid to drive long distances. I looked up recalls based on my vin however nothing comes up but when I look it up based on year make and model it has an open recall for faulty fuel injector that needs to be replaced for the same exact symptoms. Please help as i am 7months pregnant and afraid for my safety.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 27, 2025Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11669625

Electrical system

33 reports3 crashes
“While driving the dash showed a "12 volt battery charging system problem." Continued to drive to a safe location roughly a mile down the road and while enroute all the error lights illuminated and proceeded to state "Tire Pressure Monitor Problem" "Brake System Problem" "Brake Hold System Problem" "Power Steering Problem" and a couple others I don't recall. I lost my power steering while driving and my wipers proceeded to stop working, in a downpour. Contacted AAA who came and ran diagnostics which showed the alternator was dead. I then had to have my vehicle towed instead of driving it to work.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 7, 2025Electrical system, EngineODI 11665531

Engine

26 reports
“I brought my car to the dealership Honda North at 382 Newbury Street in Danvers MA on 6/5/25 to repair NHTSA Recall number 23V-858. The vehicle was returned to me on 6/7/25 at which time I was told the interior would have a strong fuel smell for 1-2 days, but that would disappear. After 4 days, the fuel smell worsened and the "Check Engine" light had come on. On 6/11/25 I returned the vehicle to Honda North. When I picked up the vehicle several days later, the fuel odor was minimal, and the check engine light was off. Today [XXX], the check engine light is back on. I plan to call Honda North to schedule what will be my 3rd visit to Honda North for this safety recall repair, which clearly is not being repaired properly, and putting me in further danger of crash or injury.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 18, 2025Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11667861

Service brakes

25 reports8 crashes
“Sometimes whenI go to brake the brake pedal goes all the way up and I can’t press it down to stop the vehicle. This only lasts a few seconds then the brakes return to normal. I believe this may be due to a previous recall. “A common brake issue reported with the 2019 Honda Civic is a potential problem with the brake system due to a faulty tie rod fastener connecting the brake master cylinder and brake booster, which could result in improper braking and is currently subject to a recall by Honda” Not sure why my vehicle is showing 0 recalls under the VIN.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Feb 18, 2025Service brakes, Forward collision avoidanceODI 11643479
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 7, 2026

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.