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2019 Honda Civic Hatch Type R
Common Problems

Ranked from 187 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.

2
Safety
8
High severity
7
Medium
2 problems on this vehicle involve a crash, fire, or injury risk. If you are experiencing one, stop driving and have it inspected.

17 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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  1. 1

    Recall Issues with Parts Unavailability

    40complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Recalls for various systems are pending or parts are unavailable, leading to unresolved issues.

  2. 2

    Random Engine Stall

    32complaints
    High severityEngine

    The engine randomly stalls or fails to start, often requiring multiple attempts to start the vehicle.

    $150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 15 hrs labor
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  3. 3

    Steering Wheel Sticking and Jerking

    27complaints
    High severitySteering

    The steering wheel sticks and jerks, requiring extra force to turn, especially at highway speeds and during minor adjustments.

    $200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 16 hrs labor
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  4. 4

    Fuel Pump Recall Issues

    23complaints
    Safety riskFuel system

    Issues related to the fuel pump recall, including delays in repair and non-availability of parts, leading to engine stalling or loss of power.

    $500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 25 hrs labor
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  5. 5

    Lane Departure Warning Malfunction

    23complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The lane departure warning system malfunctions, failing to provide proper assistance to the driver.

  6. 6

    Steering Rack Issues

    20complaints
    High severitySteering

    The steering rack is malfunctioning, causing the steering wheel to stick or become difficult to turn, especially at highway speeds.

    $900–$2,000est. steering rack replacement · 48 hrs labor
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  7. 7

    Air Conditioning System Failure

    14complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The air conditioning system has multiple failures, including leaks, abnormal pressure conditions, and evaporator core issues.

    $800–$1,600est. a/c compressor replacement · 36 hrs labor
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  8. 8

    Evaporator Core Leaking

    10complaints
    High severityElectrical

    The evaporator core is leaking, causing low A/C system pressures and dark spots, leading to potential 10-year warranty extensions.

    $100–$600est. evap system repair · 0.53 hrs labor
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  9. 9

    Fuel Pump Failure

    10complaints
    High severityFuel system

    The fuel pump fails intermittently, causing the car to stall or not start.

    $500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 25 hrs labor
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  10. 10

    Power Steering Control Module Failure

    10complaints
    High severitySteering

    The power steering control module is failing, causing the steering to become unresponsive or require excessive force to turn, especially at highway speeds.

    $200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 16 hrs labor
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  11. 11

    Fuel Injector Malfunction

    8complaints
    Medium severityFuel system

    The fuel injector is failing, causing the engine to stall or lose power, especially at higher speeds or under load.

    $300–$1,200est. fuel injector replacement · 15 hrs labor
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  12. 12

    Steering Issues at High Speeds

    6complaints
    High severitySteering

    The steering becomes sticky or notchy at higher speeds, causing difficulty in maintaining control of the vehicle.

  13. 13

    Unintended Acceleration

    3complaints
    Safety riskFuel system

    The vehicle experiences unintended acceleration, posing a risk of accidents.

  14. 14

    Brake Malfunction Causing Unintended Braking

    2complaints
    High severityOther

    The automatic braking system engages unexpectedly, causing the car to brake suddenly without any external stimuli.

    $150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 14 hrs labor
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  15. 15

    Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure

    2complaints
    Medium severityEngine

    The engine stalls or misfires at idle when the stop-start system is engaged.

    $150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 14 hrs labor
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  16. 16

    Steering system malfunctions leading to erratic behavior

    2complaints
    Medium severitySteering

    The steering system malfunctions, causing the car to jerk and lunge forward unexpectedly.

  17. 17

    Suspension system failures leading to structural damage

    2complaints
    Medium severitySuspension

    The suspension system has failed, causing structural damage such as paint peeling and dings on the rear part of the car.

    $150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 15 hrs labor
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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.

2019 Honda Civic Hatch Type R Problems: 17 Common Issues