2010 Honda Civic Cng
Common Problems
Ranked from 272 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
22 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Premature brake pad wear requiring frequent replacement
69complaintsHigh severityBrakesFront and rear brake pads are wearing out prematurely, requiring replacement at low mileage (as low as 8,000 to 19,000 miles), often accompanied by squealing, grinding noises, and uneven wear.
$250–$700est. brake pads + rotors (per axle) · 1–2.5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Driver's side sun visor fails to stay upright, causing visibility obstruction
52complaintsSafety riskOtherThe driver's side sun visor cracks at the seam or separates from its hinge mechanism, causing it to fall down unpredictably while driving and block the driver's view.
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Takata Airbag Inflator Failure
44complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe Takata airbag inflators may degrade over time, leading to overly aggressive combustion upon deployment, which can cause metal fragments to be expelled, posing a risk of injury or death.
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Paint Peeling and Clearcoat Failure
28complaintsMedium severityOtherClearcoat and paint peeled off the hood, roof, trunk, and quarter panels, causing rust and aesthetic issues.
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Brake system noise and vibration
20complaintsMedium severityBrakesAbnormal noises such as squealing, grinding, and whistling are reported from the brake system, often occurring at low mileage and indicating premature wear or malfunction.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Airbag Deployment Without Impact or Failure to Deploy During Collision
17complaintsSafety riskElectricalAirbags deployed unexpectedly without impact or failed to deploy during collisions, increasing injury risk.
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Suspension issues causing uneven tire wear and alignment problems
13complaintsMedium severitySuspensionSuspension failures led to uneven tire wear, feathering, noise, and alignment issues, requiring tire replacement and suspension repairs.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Accelerator pedal sticking or unintended acceleration
10complaintsSafety riskEngineThe accelerator pedal sticks or causes unintended acceleration when the brake pedal is pressed, creating a dangerous situation where the vehicle accelerates unexpectedly.
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Electrical System Issues Including Overheating Fuse Box and A/C Failure
8complaintsMedium severityElectricalElectrical system failures caused overheating fuse boxes, A/C compressor issues, and odometer fraud.
$500–$1,600est. power-distribution / bcm module replacement · 1.5–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Unintended Vehicle Shutdown or Stalling While Driving
7complaintsHigh severityEngineVehicle unexpectedly shut off or stalled while driving without warning lights, risking loss of control.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 11
Motor mount failure causing excessive vibration and noise
5complaintsMedium severityEngineThe motor mount fails prematurely, causing the engine to vibrate excessively and emit loud noises, particularly when reversing.
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Paint and Clear Coat Peeling
5complaintsLow severityOtherThe exterior paint and clear coat peel or flake off the roof and trunk, often starting as a chalky texture before progressing to visible peeling.
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Seat Belt Malfunction or Failure to Unlatch
5complaintsSafety riskOtherDriver's seat belt failed to unlatch or was not detected as latched, increasing injury risk.
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Air Conditioning Condenser Punctured by Road Debris
4complaintsLow severityEngineOwners reported that the air conditioning condenser was punctured by road debris, requiring costly repairs not covered under warranty.
$800–$1,600est. a/c compressor replacement · 3–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Vehicle Surges Forward When Braking or at Idle
4complaintsHigh severityOtherOwners reported sudden acceleration or surging forward when braking or at idle, causing near-accidents and requiring emergency stops.
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Water Intrusion and Electrical Hazards
4complaintsHigh severityOtherWater leaked into the interior through windows and seams, causing puddles and potential electrical hazards.
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Power steering failure or tight steering
3complaintsHigh severitySteeringPower steering failed or became excessively tight during turns, sometimes causing the vehicle to become difficult to steer or lock up.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 18
Sun Visor Malfunction
3complaintsMedium severityOtherSun visors cracked, separated, or failed to stay in place, obstructing vision.
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Clicking noise from powertrain during turns
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionOwners reported a clicking noise when turning left or right at low speeds, often related to the powertrain or steering components.
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Engine Fire or Spontaneous Combustion
2complaintsSafety riskEngineVehicle caught fire or emitted smoke from the engine compartment without apparent cause.
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Ignition key can be removed while vehicle is in gear
2complaintsSafety riskElectricalOwners reported being able to remove the ignition key while the vehicle was still in gear, causing the car to roll unexpectedly.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 22
TPMS Warning Light Malfunction
2complaintsLow severityElectricalThe tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light remains illuminated despite properly inflated tires.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.