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2026 Honda CivicRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 32 owner complaints for the 2026 Honda Civic. Most complaints involve forward collision avoidance (8) and steering (7). The EPA rates it 24–49 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
24–49mpg
EPA · 7 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
32
Top: forward collision avoidance
Fuel cost / yr
$1,300est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2026 Honda Civic as of Nov 3, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 3, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

32 complaints filed with NHTSA · Sep 2025 – Oct 2026
  1. Forward collision avoidance8
  2. Steering7
  3. Service brakes5
  4. Electrical system5
  5. Engine5
  6. Vehicle speed control2
  7. Suspension2
  8. Air bags2
  9. Lane departure2

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 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
1996314
1997383
1998450
1999348
2000297
20011,089
2002717
2003525
2004351
2005316
20061,411
20071,212
2008923
2009398
2010400
2011170
2012462
2013320
2014293
2015389
20161,083
2017608
2018602
2019460
2020240
2021162
2022962
2023338
2024144
202588
202632
Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
2
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 3, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Forward collision avoidance

8 reports1 crash
“While using Adaptive Cruise Control set to the longest following distance on open roads with no vehicle ahead, the car suddenly applies the brakes as if detecting an obstacle. This also occurs when vehicles pass on two-lane roads. The braking is unexpected and creates a risk of being rear-ended. The issue happens repeatedly under normal driving conditions.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 8, 2026Vehicle speed control, Forward collision avoidanceODI 11769926

Steering

7 reports1 crash
“The front tires on this vehicle have suffered premature wear and are already 50% worn out at only 11,000 miles. Certified Tire Technicians at Town Fair Tire inspected the vehicle during my routine tire rotation. The technician confirmed this level of wear is highly abnormal for this mileage. There is a suspected steering alignment or front suspension defect from the factory causing the vehicle to drift and pull at highway speeds, creating a potential safety hazard and premature tire wear.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 6, 2026Steering, SuspensionODI 11769466

Service brakes

5 reports1 crash
“This car brakes at least once a week while using adaptive cruise control despite zero carsz people or anything at all being in front of me. It's extremely common and dangerous. Look on Honda forums on Facebook or I suspect anywhere else and you'll see. I had a 2023 Honda HRV and never had such issues. I don't know what they've changed but it's unsafe. They're going to literally kill someone.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 23, 2026Service brakes, Forward collision avoidanceODI 11766554
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 3, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

7 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Midsize Cars, Large Cars
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl hybrid · 2.0L 4-cyl · 1.5L 4-cyl turbo · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Automatic (AV-S7) · Manual 6-spd
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline · Premium 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 3, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Civic 4Dr
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, SIDI; Hybrid · Front-Wheel Drive
504749$1,300181
Civic 5Dr
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive
504548$1,350186
Civic 4Dr
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, SIDI · Front-Wheel Drive
324136$1,800248
Civic 4Dr
Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, SIDI · Front-Wheel Drive
313934$1,900260
Civic 5Dr
Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive
303834$1,900268
Civic 4Dr
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo, SIDI · Front-Wheel Drive
273731$2,550285
Civic 5Dr
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
222824$3,300364
  • Civic 4Dr
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, SIDI; Hybrid
    50 city · 47 hwy · $1,300/yr
    49
    mpg comb.
  • Civic 5Dr
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    50 city · 45 hwy · $1,350/yr
    48
    mpg comb.
  • Civic 4Dr
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, SIDI
    32 city · 41 hwy · $1,800/yr
    36
    mpg comb.
  • Civic 4Dr
    Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, SIDI
    31 city · 39 hwy · $1,900/yr
    34
    mpg comb.
  • Civic 5Dr
    Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    30 city · 38 hwy · $1,900/yr
    34
    mpg comb.
  • Civic 4Dr
    Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo, SIDI
    27 city · 37 hwy · $2,550/yr
    31
    mpg comb.
  • Civic 5Dr
    Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    22 city · 28 hwy · $3,300/yr
    24
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 3, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
HONDA CIVIC SEDAN 4 DR N/A FWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
9.5%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 3, 2026Vehicle 20894
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat 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.
09 —FAQ

2026 Civic questions

How many recalls does the 2026 Honda Civic have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 3, 2026.

What are the most common 2026 Honda Civic problems?

Owners filed 32 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are forward collision avoidance (8), steering (7), service brakes (5). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2026 Honda Civic get?

The EPA rates the 2026 Honda Civic at 24–49 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (7 versions rated).

How safe is the 2026 Honda Civic?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2026 Honda Civic 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 3, 2026