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2014 brought yet another update to Honda's popular small car, keeping the Civic competitive. A responsive continuously variable transmission helps boost fuel economy slightly to 30 mpg overall and 40 on the highway, while an up-level touch-screen infotainment system provides more connectivity features, although it could be more user-friendly. Despite the upgrades, the Civic only scored midpack in our Ratings.
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Honda Civic

Reliability

Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how used vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system.

Overall Reliability
The 2015 Honda Civic has been recalled 1 time by NHTSA. View Recalls
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Potential Trouble Spots
Engine Major
Engine Minor
Engine Cooling
Transmission Major
Transmission Minor
Drive System
Fuel System
Electric System
Climate System
Suspension
Brakes
Exhaust
Paint/Trim
Body Integrity
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Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for about 500,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2018 vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system. NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.

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Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2015 Honda Civic owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

In-car Electronics

CD or DVD players, radio, speakers, GPS, communication system (e.g., OnStar), display screen freezes or goes blank, phone pairing (e.g. Bluetooth), voice control commands, steering wheel controls, portable music device interface (e.g., iPod/MP3 player), backup or other camera/sensors.

What Owners Say

“Very poor design making the backup camera almost useless”

Anonymous, GA (2015 Honda Civic EX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)
In-dash navigation system (GPS)

“It is a piece of junk. Every other navigation system I have ever used is much better than this one”

Anonymous, NC (2015 Honda Civic EX-L 1.8-L 4 Cyl)
Phone pairing (e.g., Bluetooth)

“Honda's entire Hondalink product is crap. I constantly have to setup and pair my cell phone with Hondalink. Even after doing this successfully (which can be *very* difficult to do) I then have to do it again the next time I am in the car. Honda customer service is no help”

Matthew K., VA (2015 Honda Civic LX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

“System was disconnected when vehicle was serviced”

Anonymous, VA (2015 Honda Civic LX Unsure)

“Each of the problems are related to the car not being compatible with Android phones. Honda does not support 80 percent of the smartphone market and I had to wait until Android made a backwards compatible adjustment to the Nugent version of the operating system”

Anonymous, TN (2015 Honda Civic Si 2.4-L 4 Cyl)
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Climate System

Blower (fan) motor, A/C compressor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate control, refrigerant leakage, electrical failure.

What Owners Say

Blower (fan) motor

“It was making a mechanical sound when on. It was very annoying”

Ryan H., ON (2015 Honda Civic LX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)
Refrigerant leaks

“It was a very small leak that was hard for the dealership to solve. It took three trips for them to get it right”

Michael C., NJ (2015 Honda Civic EX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

“2 visits for the repair but was covered with the warrenty”

Anonymous, QC (2015 Honda Civic Hybrid 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

“Came from the factory uncharged according to the technician”

Michael N., NY (2015 Honda Civic EX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)
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Brakes

Antilock system (ABS), parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, rotors, pulsation or vibration, squeaking, brake failure or wear.

What Owners Say

Squeaking

“Squeeling occurs with stop n go traffic situation and brakes fade as they appear to heat up/”

Anonymous, SC (2015 Honda Civic LX Unsure)
Premature brake wear

“Braakes may have hit something that cause damage”

Anonymous, CT (2015 Honda Civic EX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

“Premature rotor and pad wear, one caliper sticking”

Anonymous, FL (2015 Honda Civic LX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Electric System

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery and related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, distributor or rotor failure, spark plugs and wires failure.

What Owners Say

Gauges

“Software issue caused the dashboard to go out”

Erich Z., OH (2015 Honda Civic EX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)
Tire pressure monitor

“The indicator kept saying that the tire pressure was wrong. We called Honda and then the dealer, and they had us reset it. We haven't had any problems since then”

Anonymous, IL (2015 Honda Civic EX-L Unsure)

“Light came on with air pressure not being low. going to take it to the dealer for reset”

Ronald P., VA (2015 Honda Civic Si 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, 4WD/AWD components, driveline vibration, traction control, electronic stability control (ESC), electrical failure.

What Owners Say

Driveshaft or axle

“It made a noise when you made a sharp u turn. The faster you made the turn, the louder the noise. It was like a chew, chew, chew sound. They replaced both drive shaft assemblies, just to be sure that it was done right the first time”

Howard G., CA (2015 Honda Civic EX-L 1.8-L 4 Cyl)
Electrical failure

“Battery died with no warning and could not be recharged”

Eugene J., IN (2015 Honda Civic EX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Power Equipment

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, remote engine start, alarm or security system

What Owners Say

Coil

“Problem was isolated and fixed by the dealer in a timely manner, I was provided with a loaner car while the vehicle was in the shop”

Anonymous, OH (2015 Honda Civic Si 2.4-L 4 Cyl)
Battery (not hybrid or electric)

“Twice I was unable to start the car and needed a boost. I have no idea what drained the battery. Once we were on the ferry, but stayed in our vehicle to listen to the radio. It was a 50 minute ride. It must have drained the battery just below the level for start up. The other time I have no idea what drained the battery”

Klaus B., BC (2015 Honda Civic LX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Transmission Major

Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, clutch replacement.

What Owners Say

Transmission rebuild or replacement

“Computer warned to check transmission. Car was driving fine. Dealer said need to replace transmission asap and installed replacement”

Arthur F., NY (2015 Honda Civic EX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Engine Minor

Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, oil leaks.

What Owners Say

Oil leaks

“Rear main seal, torque converter seal, o-ring were replaced under warranty”

Anonymous, IL (2015 Honda Civic LX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, leaks.

What Owners Say

Muffler

“Had to be replaced because of leakage”

J S., AB (2015 Honda Civic EX 1.8-L 4 Cyl)

Body Integrity

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, loose or cracked seals and/or weather-stripping, air and water leaks.

What Owners Say

“Air conditioning”

Margot L., TX (2015 Honda Civic LX 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Fuel System

Check engine light, sensors (includes O2 or oxygen sensor), emission control devices (includes EGR), engine computer, engine computer, fuel cap, fuel gauge/sender, fuel injection system, fuel pump, fuel leaks, stalling or hesitation.

Suspension

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

Body Hardware

Power or manual windows, locks and latches, tailgate, hatch or trunk, doors or sliding doors, mirrors, seat controls, safety belts, sunroof, convertible top.

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbo or supercharger, timing chain or timing belt.

Paint/Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling), loose interior and exterior trim or moldings, rust.

Transmission Minor

Gear selector or linkage, leaks, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission.

Engine Cooling

Radiator, cooling fan, antifreeze leaks, water pump, thermostat, overheating.

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This score shows whether the model had more or fewer problems overall than the average model of that year, calculated from the total number of problems reported by subscribers in all 17 trouble spots.
Recalls
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POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
Sep 15 2015
If the transmission drive pulley shaft is damaged, it may break, and the vehicle may lose acceleration or the front wheels may lock up while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Summary:
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Civic vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014, to November 6, 2014 and 2015 Fit vehicles manufactured March 12, 2014, to May 12, 2015. The software settings that control the transmission operation may result in damage to the transmission drive pulley shaft.
What should you do:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 30, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JU2 (Civic) and JU3(Fit).
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 15V574000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 143676
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