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Honda Civic

EPA MPG: 34 mpg

RECALL ALERT:
There are 3 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

Reliability

Overall Reliability

The 2019 Civic has about average reliability compared to other cars from the same model year.

The 2019 Honda Civic has been recalled 3 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
Most Common Trouble Spots
Common Trouble Spot
Common Trouble Spot

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2019 Honda Civic owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

What Owners Say

A/C compressor

"The AC system stopped cooling as the refrigerant had leaked. Honda fixed the problem under an Extended Warranty Notification for A/C Compressor Shaft Seal."

Anonymous A., ON (2019 Honda Civic Touring 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"It failed a year after I received a 10 year warranty extention Honda of a potential problem with the compressor shaft seal. Service done free of charge & works perfect now a year in."

Anonymous A., (2019 Honda Civic Sport 2.0-L 4 Cyl)

"A/C quit blowing cold air. Problem was known to Honda and fixed under extended warranty."

Anonymous, AR (2019 Honda Civic EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
Condenser

"Rust/rot caused a leak and loss of refrigerant. Had to replace the condenser and refrigerant totaling $1200. Recall not covered in 2019 only 2018 and earlier."

Anonymous, NJ (2019 Honda Civic LX 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
Evaporator

"Car would not cool. Evaporator coil had to be replaced at our cost. Honda did not cover it under warranty or under a specific recall for the condensor."

Anonymous, FL (2019 Honda Civic EX 2.0-L 4 Cyl)
Refrigerant leaks

"started a year ago; unfortunately it was under the dash and quite expensive to repair"

Anonymous, TX (2019 Honda Civic Sport 2.0-L 4 Cyl)

Electrical Accessories

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, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

What Owners Say

12V battery

"The vehicle has a drain on the electrical system. If the vehicle sits for more than 3 days, the battery is frequently drained. (Requires jump to start vehicle.) Two repair shops (non-dealer) have not fully diagnosed the problem."

Anonymous, (2019 Honda Civic Sport 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
Keyless entry

"Went to a party and on going home the key would not open the door and the small light on the dash blinked every time I pushed it. Luckily my wife was with me and her key worked. I purchased a replacement key on Amazon but had to take it to the dealer to cut and program. $125. The also said they reprogrammed the old key but it never worked again."

Anonymous, NJ (2019 Honda Civic LX 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
Warning lights

"Warning lights randomly illuminate and at times car has been completely dead. Battery is newer and testing ok."

Anonymous, MN (2019 Honda Civic LX 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

Apple CarPlay

"Long time. Do not recall exact start. Has remain unresolved across two iPhones and multiple connecting cords. No device connected message, so Apple Play wont be recognized/startup at all. Rebooting system sometimes resolves, sometimes does not; same with rebooting phone. Its the only bad thing about the car, but I would still consider the car again because I love the passenger side camera and Honda stopped making that in later models."

Anonymous A., CT (2019 Honda Civic EX 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"Apple Car Play will not display on the vehicle entertainment system."

Anonymous, (2019 Honda Civic Sport 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
Other in-car electronics problem

"door would not lock and windows would roll down automatically"

Anonymous, CA (2019 Honda Civic EX Unsure)

Fuel System/Emissions

Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

What Owners Say

Fuel pump

"A manufacturer recall was announced and the fuel pump was replaced at no charge."

Anonymous, OH (2019 Honda Civic Touring 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"Recall problem"

Anonymous, FL (2019 Honda Civic EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

""1215A7|SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN: INSPECT HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP (STO S/B: 24-049 S/B: 24-123 S/B: 24-124| I did not experience any issues with my car, however this was a recall that I received and had fixed in March 2025""

Anonymous, OR (2019 Honda Civic LX 2.0-L 4 Cyl)

Exhaust

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

What Owners Say

Other/unsure

"battery dies if the car isn't driven every week"

Anonymous, CA (2019 Honda Civic EX-L 2.0-L 4 Cyl)

"Fuel door would not open even with the emergency release in the truck. Dealership had to replace the latch mechanism."

Anonymous, TX (2019 Honda Civic EX-L 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"Tires"

Anonymous, VA (2019 Honda Civic Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Paint/Trim

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

What Owners Say

Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling)

""We experienced chipping of the paint on the passenger side mirror and passenger side door handles of the front and back door. We asked Honda to replace these items as it was a manufacturer defect as we found out by our research on the internet. Yet, all they would do for us was to give us 10% off of the parts and labor. We did replace these parts.""

Anonymous A., CA (2019 Honda Civic EX 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

""Peeling paint around rear window - white pearl. Dealer refused to fix, referred to corp office who said it was up the dealer to fix. Back & forth with conflicting responses until finally the dealer said I would have to wait for another recall. (last recall for this particular paint issue was 10 years ago & they are still using the same paint. Three different body shops won't touch it and said this is a problem with that particular paint used on multiple other car brands and the way it is improperly applied. The only remedy is to strip and repaint the entire car - $10k-$12k price. Starter assembly had to be replaced ($700) at 30k miles by AAA after being stranded following the dealer's unsuccessful diagnosis ("we were unable to duplicate the problem").""

Anonymous, SC (2019 Honda Civic Sport 2.0-L 4 Cyl)

Noises/Leaks

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

What Owners Say

Squeaks or rattles

"As the car has aged it doesn't sound as solid as it did closing doors and getting seated."

Anonymous, NC (2019 Honda Civic EX Unsure)

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

What Owners Say

Fuel door or charge port door

"Lock on fuel door is connected to doors. Had to replace solenoid for fuel door lock. Appears to be a very common problem."

Anonymous A., CA (2019 Honda Civic LX 2.0-L 4 Cyl)

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

Suspension/Steering

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.

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

Engine Major

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

Engine Electrical

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

Transmission Minor

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

Engine Minor

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

Engine Cooling

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

Transmission Major

Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Powertrain
Engine Major
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Engine Cooling
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Drive System
Fuel System/Emissions
Exhaust
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Climate System
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In-car Electronics
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 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes, to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dec 18, 2023
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
What should you do:
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
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.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 23V858000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 2490460
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Mar 25, 2021
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
What should you do:
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
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: 21V215000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 624552
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
May 28, 2020
If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
What should you do:
Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
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: 20V314000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 135995
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